I was working roughly in my head from my little LS650, I guess i didn't realize the Harley would be that heavy. its 45 kgs heavier than my little boulevard so yeah it would need all the extra HP it can get.Originally Posted by Ender EnZed
Flappin in the breeze.
I was working roughly in my head from my little LS650, I guess i didn't realize the Harley would be that heavy. its 45 kgs heavier than my little boulevard so yeah it would need all the extra HP it can get.
Ta
If by some miracle it is pumping out 60 odd horses, the motor would be finding it's way into many an F3 bike for fettling I imagine. But I highly doubt it will have more than 50. SV/ER/GT are all 650 items, and they all hover around 60-65 horses with a pipe fitted.
One hell of a ride.
'It's a motorcycle helmet with a built-in brake light.'
I stole the idea though.
Hardcore Biker
I reckon that these new Harleys look farkin awesome and as mentioned a bloody good idea to get a whole new breed of riders to the brand. Can't see the Yamaha connection either? It still looks very Harley.
Jam and tarts....
The internets told me it's a fucking massive 43hp. It does not interest me much now, I'd like to actually pass other vehicles without a paddle on a 500cc twin.
Alloy, stainless and Ti polishing.
Bling your bike out!
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One hell of a ride.
How much would sir care to bolt on? Cash or credit card?
It's not a bad output for learners - and some of the target markets where 10hp is the norm.
Kicked out of a one-man band.
Reckon they look pretty cool. Change the pipes.. Maybe change the cowling around the headlight. Would undoubtedly want more power than the 500 though.
Ta
You're not allowed any modification to exhausts on a LAMs bike. Once you're on your full lisence it's all good though, so perhaps some people will keep them and tune them up a bit.
Pootler
Just get the 750 and some 500 badges. Sorted.
Jam and tarts....
Good point. Similar powe to a CX Honda isn't it? They're more than adequate. I think 150hp is almosy ideal on a light bike, can we bolt that on?
Alloy, stainless and Ti polishing.
Bling your bike out!
PM me
One hell of a ride.
Trask turbo and NOS, but it will need internals too.
But then, what bit of 'LAMS bike' are you having trouble with?
One hell of a ride.
And a VIN plate and frame and engine numbers.
With my new camera I can read the VIN number on a motorcycle passing at 80kph - 20mtrs away.
Video tech isn't there yet - but it won't be long.
Senior Grumpy Old Bastard
To be honest? at a glance I would have said.. Japanese 'version' of an XR Sporty.. and that is the ONLY HD I would have bought.
It sounds 'Japanese' on the promo vid, and if it is as reliable, handles, stops and performs as good as a Jap equivalent? Good on HD, but I have my doubts!
If the road to hell is paved with good intentions; and a man is judged by his deeds and his actions, why say it's the thought that counts? -GrayWolf
Scooter boy
Great to see HD partake in the bike 'LAMS' wars, I like the look of them, will wait to ride one before I pass judgment....here I was thinking my 1200 sporty was the entry level harley
Forum whore
I wonder if there is a possibility of a backlash from the faithful given 'Harleys' are big 'men's' bikes (don't shoot me they image them that way).
I have a picture in my minds eye of Hog Rallies being invaded by young yuppies wearing the latest HD gear on their 500's, cracking open their raspberry ciders or RTD's around the camp fire while signing top 10 pop songs.
'I own a Harley' may never have the same ring to it again.
Will they offer Screaming Eagle goodies for these bikes?
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