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Harley-Davidson Officially Files Patent for New Over-the-Air Software Update System Shared Across Touring and Electric Platforms: What Riders Can Expect by 2029

Harley-Davidson has officially filed a patent for a unified over-the-air (OTA) software update system designed to span both its traditional Touring lineup and its electric LiveWire platform, signaling a major technological leap for the iconic American brand. The system promises to let riders receive performance updates, feature unlocks, and safety patches wirelessly—without ever visiting a dealership. Here's what the patent reveals and what riders can realistically expect as the technology rolls out toward a projected 2029 deployment window.