Harley releases new "Street Rod"! Yahoo!

[White trash]

Carrying on the VRSC family tradition, the Street Rod wields the explosive power of the liquid-cooled, 1130cc Revolution V-Twin engine. In addition, the engine is cradled in a hydroformed, tubular perimeter frame topped with stylized bodywork. A clipped rear fender and 180mm-wide rear tire carry the family looks as well. However, the fuel-injected, 60-degree V-Twin has been pumped up with a pair of chrome straight-shot dual exhaust pipes that help boost horsepower to 120 hp at 8,250 rpm while maintaining its 9,000-rpm redline.

The Street Rod’s distinct styling and upright riding position are the result of a new suspension combination, highlighted by massive 43mm inverted forks. Aero-cut polished, forged aluminum triple clamps are equally robust and deliver a steeper rake/fork angle (30/32 degrees) for more aggressive handling in the corners. The change in rake and fork angle shortens the bike’s wheelbase by 0.7 inches (to 66.8 inches). When matched with performance suspension calibration on the rear shocks, the set up delivers a sporty, performance-oriented ride.

Complementing the suspension changes is a generous 40-degree lean angle and Brembo four-piston caliper brakes with 300mm dual front rotors. The Street Rod’s handlebar and risers are shorter and less swept back. Combined with mid-mounted foot controls and a higher 30-in. seat height, this places the rider forward and into an aggressive position for attacking corners. Fuel capacity of the Street Rod is five gallons.

Adding to the Street Rod’s muscular looks are standard 10-spoke Staggered Cast Aluminum wheels, while radial, ZR-rated Dunlop tires deliver the performance message to the pavement with authority.

The VRSCR Street Rod is available in five stunning color options, including Vivid Black with a black frame, or Black Cherry, Rich Sunglo Blue, Mirage Orange and Yellow Pearl all with a silver-leaf frame. Highlighting each paint option is the silver and black engine with polished covers, plus selected, blacked-out components.


I need about $40K to go and scalp me some Jappas!

[That Guy]

Hmmm.....nice......think I'd still rather have a 'breathed on' sportster......which is the bast handling Harley?

[**R1**]

I dont think you will scalp many japa's with a mear 120hp
perhaps gsxr's but not much else

[750Y]

I have to wonder where they are heading with this whole v-rod thing. look at this latest beast it is getting almost spaceship like... very futuristic design

[Blakamin]

.....which is the bast handling Harley?

the buell

ya can keeps your street rod WT.... might beat some jappers on the straights but I wouldn't wanna follow ya gixxer around corners on it.....

and imagine the wind at 300kph
[edit] $40K!!! I could get something built that would eat that H-D for half that price!!!!!

[White trash]

the buell

ya can keeps your street rod WT.... might beat some jappers on the straights but I wouldn't wanna follow ya gixxer around corners on it.....

and imagine the wind at 300kph
[edit] $40K!!! I could get something built that would eat that H-D for half that price!!!!!

Has no one told you mate. it's not the size of your hammer that counts, it's the nail you're throwing it at.

Ask Jimbo, Dean and Cycosis what the old V-Rod's cabable of on the Castle point road. None of those guys ar slouches.

Let me assure you, this thing will be a weapon in the right hands.

Pete McDonald could get around Manfeild in 1:19 on an XL883 with 50hp for christs sake!

[Blakamin]

oh well! if ya had $40k and wanted a H-D, sure...
It would definately have to be better than the '90 springer softail... (do they still make them?)
just not my cup o' tea


and my hammer's fine, thank-you-for-asking

[vifferman]

Not bad, but the zorsts and paintjob are (IMHO) not as nice as those on the previous model.

[jrandom]

explosive power of the Revolution...

Bahahahaha. Explosive power.

Not to imply that it's gonna blow up, or anything.

[PuppetMaster]

Ignore the others WT, its sexy, but for 40k Id rather have a FXSTD Deuce or a softtail.

[scumdog]

Cool-bananas Batman!!
Serve mine black with flames please

I wonder how many more horses could be liberated from the 'Revolution' engine? Knowing H-D there quite a few more hiding there somewhere!

[**R1**]

Cool-bananas Batman!!
Serve mine black with flames please

I wonder how many more horses could be liberated from the 'Revolution' engine? Knowing H-D there quite a few more hiding there somewhere!

realy realy well hidin

[Pwalo]

Nice to look at, but I don't think that I'd pay that much for something that I wouldn't be prepared to use every day. (Just thin of the cleaning).

Besides I think my Dad would absolutely laugh himself silly if he saw me perched on one of those. Not to mention my dearly beloved.

[White trash]

Some more pics. We have one available for sale in April, exact pricing to follow.
HD already have a 1260cc big bore motor on the SVO V-Rod which boosts power by 10%.

[Biff]

If it was $10K I'd still prefer to have my testicles nailed to a plank of wood before buying one of those.

Another constructive comment by the Bif Baff.