CONCORD, Ontario (February 2, 2011) – A wide front end and chunky 16-inch tire give the new Harley-Davidson™ 1200 Custom motorcycle a proud stance that is strong and contemporary.

Introduced as [...]]]> PRESS RELEASE 1 of 2

NEW HARLEY-DAVIDSON® 1200 CUSTOM MOTORCYCLE ROLLS WIDE AND PROUD
H-D1™ Factory Customization Offers Selection of Factory-Installed Options

CONCORD, Ontario (February 2, 2011) – A wide front end and chunky 16-inch tire give the new Harley-Davidson™ 1200 Custom motorcycle a proud stance that is strong and contemporary.

Introduced as a mid-year addition to the 2011 Harley-Davidson® model line-up, the 1200 Custom motorcycle also features new wheels, a pull-back handlebar, and a reshaped LED tail lamp.

These elements combine to give the 1200 Custom motorcycle an exciting new look, which are only a starting point for this Sportster® model.

The 1200 Custom motorcycle will also debut H-D1™ Factory Customization – a new opportunity that allows the Customer to choose from seven option categories to optimize fit, function, and style.

By selecting from available Factory-installed wheels, handlebars, seats, paint, foot control position, security system, and engine finish, the Customer can create a 1200 Custom that is a truly personalized motorcycle. Factory customization is the latest element of Harley-Davidson® customization, which also includes Genuine Motor Parts™ and Genuine Motor Accessories™ catalogues, Fit Shop and Bike Builder on www.harleycanada.com/hd1bikebuilder, Genuine Motor Accessories™ Custom Seat and Custom Paint programs, Chrome Consultant and Fit Shop advisors at Harley-Davidson® Retail locations, and much more.

A Sportster® Model with Phattitude

The 1200 Custom motorcycle offers a new look, but is a Sportster® motorcycle to the core, offering a compelling combination of bold styling, nimble handling and the irresistible beat of American V-Twin performance.

Key features of the 2011 1200 Custom motorcycle include:

” Air-cooled Evolution® 1,200 cc V-Twin engine with Electronic Sequential Port Fuel Injection (ESPFI), rated at 79 ft. lbs. peak torque at 4,000 rpm.
” Powertrain is finished in black powdercoat with chrome covers.
” NEW chrome, five-Spoke cast aluminium wheels front and rear. Front and rear wheels are 16 x 3.0 inches.
” NEW Michelin® Scorcher® 31 tires; 130/90B 16 front and 150/80B16 M/C 77H rear.
” NEW wider fork spacing and polished triple clamps.
” Pull-back handlebar mounted on a curved riser that incorporates an LED warning light display.
” NEW reshaped classic Sportster® “eyebrow” over the headlamp.
” NEW tail light is smaller and has a new shape with a bright, maintenance free LED module.
” NEW front suspension rates are re-tuned to match the new tire/wheel combination. 39 mm front fork with 30 degrees of rake.
” Polished forward foot controls.
” Coil-over pre-load adjustable rear shocks.
” Two-up seat is standard. Laden seat height is 26.6 inches.
” The 4.5-gallon fuel tank offers long riding range.

Harley-Davidson® 1200 Custom Motorcycle

Introducing H-D1™ Factory Customization

H-D1™ Factory Customization is the newest element of Harley-Davidson® customization that allows Customers to build the 1200 Custom motorcycle from a selection of options, which are then installed as the motorcycle is assembled by Harley-Davidson Motor Company in Kansas City. H-D1™ Factory Customization enables personalized fit, function, and style.

By selecting different wheels, seats, handlebars, paint, and engine finishes, the Customer can dramatically alter the look of the motorcycle. Different combinations of foot control location, seat and handlebars can be selected to adjust the fit of the motorcycle to a rider’s stature. With H-D1™ Factory Customization the Customer will have the opportunity to order a 1200 Custom motorcycle in more than 2,600 combinations.

The H-D1™ Factory Customization tool will be available online at www.harleycanada.com/hd1bikebuilder. The Customer can view the bike they are creating as different options are selected.

The Customer can then print out a description of their bike and bring it to a Harley-Davidson® Retailer to review the motorcycle with trained staff, select additional accessories to be installed by the Retailer to further customize the motorcycle, and then place an order.

Customers can expect to be riding their new bike in as little as six to eight weeks from the time an order is placed with an authorized Harley-Davidson® Retailer.

Delivery timing may vary depending on demand, and will be communicated to Customers at the time of the order. H-D1™ Factory Customization will be available only through Harley-Davidson® Retailers in the United States and Canada.

The 1200 Custom motorcycle has a suggested Retail price in Canada of $11,389, and comes equipped with chrome five-spoke cast aluminium wheels, pull-back handlebars, forward polished foot controls, a two-up seat, a black engine with chrome covers, and Vivid Black paint. Factory-installed options can be swapped out in any combination to this base configuration of the 1200 Custom motorcycle, using these seven different categories:

” Wheels: Black five-spoke cast aluminium with machined highlights, chrome laced or black laced.
” Handlebars: Drag bars or mini-ape bars
” Foot Controls: Mid-mount polished
” Seat: Solo
” Paint/Graphics: Vivid Black, Brilliant Silver Pearl, Cool Blue Pearl, Chrome Yellow, Merlot Sunglo, Sedona Orange, Black Denim (solid colours); Scarlet Red/Vivid Black, Merlot Sunglo/Vivid Black, Sedona Orange/Vivid Black, Birch White/Sedona Orange, Chrome Yellow/Vivid Black (two-tone colours); Cool Blue Pearl with Scalloped graphics, White Hot Pearl with Hot Pink Flame graphics (custom graphics).
” Engine: Black powder coat with black covers.
” Security: Add Harley-Davidson® Smart Security System.

Option Group Standard Option 1 Option 2 Option 3
Wheels Chrome five-spoke Five-spoke black with machined highlights Chrome laced Black laced
MSRP Standard $510 $510 $510
Handlebars Pull-back Drag Mini-ape
MSRP Standard $200 $200
Foot Control Position Forward polished Mid-mount polished
MSRP Standard $200
Seat Two-Up Solo
MSRP Standard $0
Paint/Graphics Vivid Black Color (multiple options) Two-tone (multiple options) Custom (multiple options)
MSRP Standard $320 $560 $710
Engine Finish Black with chrome covers Black with black covers
MSRP Standard $280
Security No Yes
MSRP Standard $410
Options can be incorporated with the base configuration in any combination, except that the mini-ape handlebars cannot be combined with mid-mount foot controls.

2011 Harley-Davidson XL1200C Custom H-D1 Sportster Press Releases – 2 of 2

NEW HARLEY-DAVIDSON® 1200 CUSTOM ROLLS WIDE AND PROUD
H-D1™ Factory Customization Offers Selection of Factory-Installed Options

MILWAUKEE (February 2, 2011) A wide front end and chunky 16-inch tire give the new Harley-Davidson 1200 Custom a proud stance that’s strong and contemporary. Introduced as a mid-year addition to the 2011 Harley-Davidson model line-up, the 1200 Custom also features new wheels, a pull-back handlebar, and a reshaped LED tail lamp.

These elements combine to give the 1200 Custom an exciting new look, but that’s just a starting point for this Sportster® model. The 1200 Custom will also debut H-D1 factory customization, a new opportunity that allows the customer to choose from seven option categories to optimize fit, function and style.

By selecting from available factory-installed wheels, handlebars, seats, paint, foot control position, security system, and engine finish, the customer can create a 1200 Custom that is a truly personalized motorcycle.

Factory customization and Bike Builder on Harley-Davidson.com are the newest elements of H-D1, Harley-Davidson’s comprehensive offering of customization tools, which also includes Genuine Motor Parts and Genuine Motor Accessory catalogs, the Genuine Motor Accessories Custom Seat and Custom Paint programs, the Chrome Consultant and Fit Shop advisors at Harley-Davidson dealerships, and much more.

A Sportster® model with Fattitude
The 1200 Custom offers a new look but is Sportster to the core, offering a compelling combination of bold styling, nimble handling and the irresistible beat of American V-Twin performance.

Key features of the 2011 1200 Custom include:

” Air-cooled Evolution® 1200cc V-Twin engine with Electronic Sequential Port Fuel Injection (ESPFI), rated at 79 ft. lbs. peak torque at 4000 rpm.

” Powertrain is finished in black powdercoat with chrome covers.

” NEW Chrome, Five-Spoke cast aluminum wheels front and rear. Front and rear wheels are 16 x 3.0 inches.

” NEW Michelin® Scorcher® 31 tires; 130/90B 16 front and 150/80B16 M/C 77H rear.

” NEW Wider fork spacing and polished triple clamps.

” Pull-back handlebar mounted on a curved riser that incorporates an LED warning light display.

” NEW reshaped classic Sportster “eyebrow” over the headlamp.

” NEW tail light is smaller and has a new shape with a bright, low maintenance LED element.

” NEW Front suspension rates are re-tuned to match the new tire/wheel combination. 39mm front fork with 30 degrees rake.

” Polished forward foot controls.

” Coil-over pre-load adjustable rear shocks.

” Two-up seat is standard. Laden seat height is 26.6 inches.

” The 4.5-gallon fuel tank offers long riding range.

Introducing H-D1™ Factory Customization

H-D1 factory customization is the newest element of Harley-Davidson customization that allows customers to build the 1200 Custom from a selection of options that are installed as the motorcycle is assembled by Harley-Davidson Motor Company. H-D1 factory customization enables personalized fit, function and style.

By selecting different wheels, seats, handlebars, paint, and engine finishes, the customer can dramatically alter the look of the motorcycle. Different combinations of foot-control location, seat and handlebars can be selected to adjust the fit of the motorcycle to a rider’s stature. With H-D1 factory customization the customer will have the opportunity to order a 1200 Custom in more than 2,600 combinations.

The H-D1 factory customization tool will be available on Harley-Davidson.com. The customer can view the bike they are creating as different options are selected. The customer can then print out a description of their bike and bring it to a Harley-Davidson dealer to review the motorcycle with trained staff, select additional accessories to be installed by the dealer to further customize the motorcycle, and then place an order.

Customers can expect to be riding their new bike in as little as four weeks from the time an order is placed with an authorized Harley-Davidson dealer. Delivery timing may vary depending on demand, and will be communicated to customers at the time of order. H-D1 factory customization will be available only through Harley-Davidson dealers in the United States and Canada.

The 1200 Custom has a suggested retail price in the United States of $10,299, and comes equipped with Chrome Five-Spoke Cast Aluminum wheels, pull-back handlebars, forward polished foot controls, a two-up seat, black engine with chrome covers, and Vivid Black paint. Factory-installed options can be swapped out in any combination to this base configuration of the 1200 Custom, using these seven different categories:

” Wheels: Black Five-Spoke Cast Aluminum with machined highlights, Chrome Laced, or Black Laced.

” Handlebars: Drag Bars or Mini-Apes

” Foot Controls: Mid-mount polished

” Seat: Solo

” Paint/Graphics: (solid colors) Vivid Black, Brilliant Silver Pearl, Cool Blue Pearl, Chrome Yellow, Merlot Sunglo, Sedona Orange, Black Denim; (two-tones) Scarlet Red/Vivid Black, Merlot Sunglo/Vivid Black, Sedona Orange/Vivid Black, Birch White/Sedona Orange, Chrome Yellow/Vivid Black; (custom graphics) Cool Blue Pearl with Scalloped graphics, White Hot Pearl with Hot Pink Flame graphics.

” Engine: Black powder coat with black covers.

” Security: Add Harley-Davidson Smart Security System.

Options can be incorporated with the base configuration in any combination, except that the Mini-Ape handlebars cannot be combined with mid-mount foot controls.

Harley-Davidson Motor Company produces heavyweight custom, cruiser and touring motorcycles and offers a complete line of Harley-Davidson motorcycle parts, accessories, riding gear and apparel, and general merchandise.

A rebellious creation of the Dark Custom [...]]]> MILWAUKEE – Lean as wire, hard as iron and dark as a tar road at midnight, the new Blackline motorcycle is a Harley-Davidson Softail model pared to the bone.

The Blackline throws new fuel on a fire that burns across generations, an unquenchable desire to ride.

A rebellious creation of the Dark Custom movement, the Blackline celebrates three fundamental elements of motorcycling:

mechanical beauty, internal combustion, and the long black line of the road ahead.

The Blackline balances allegiance with rebellion, discarding previous conventions of color and chrome for a Dark Custom look that’s honest, functional and attainable.

Visual elements of the original bobber movement are combined with the raw, hand-hewn style embraced by today’s young builders.

Lean and Tight
The rear fender is bobbed high-and-tight over a slim, 144mm tire that emphasizes an authentic hardtail profile. The compact headlight and speedometer are tucked low into the wide, FX front end, and there’s just enough shine to make the black parts look blacker. Black-rimmed laced wheels complete a look that’s tough, tempered and undeniably Harley-Davidson.

The styling spotlight shines on a Big Twin engine dressed in black and silver, and on a fuel tank shaved smooth and low. Aboard the Blackline, the rider hugs the frame on the lowest two-up seat ever offered by Harley-Davidson, and reaches high for new Split Drag™ handlebars that bolt right to the top triple-clamp.

The Softail chassis utilizes rear suspension control provided by coil-over shock absorbers mounted horizontally along the frame rails below the powertrain, where they are out of sight. So while the swingarm section replicates the lines of a vintage hardtail frame, the Blackline delivers suspension performance and handling that are thoroughly modern.

The internally counter-balanced Twin Cam 96B^™ engine is rigid-mounted within the frame, creating a solid connection between rider and the power that moves the motorcycle to enhance the emotional experience of riding.

Key features of the 2011 Blackline include:

• NEWPowertrain styling
  • Powertrain is finished in gloss black powdercoat on the rocker box covers, the crankcase, the outer primary cover, and the transmission side cover. The cylinders are silver powdercoat with machined highlights. The derby cover and timing covers are chromed.
  • Rigid-mounted, counter-balanced Twin Cam 96B™ V-Twin engine with Electronic Sequential Port Fuel Injection (ESPFI), rated at 89 ft. lbs. peak torque at 3250 rpm.
  • 6-Speed Cruise Drive® Transmission.

• NEW Round air cleaner cover in brilliant chrome.
• NEW Black Denim powdercoat frame and swingarm.
• NEW Profile Laced Aluminum wheels with black anodized rims. Front wheel is 21 x 2.15 inches; rear wheel is 16 x 3 inches. Dunlop^® D402 tires are MH90-21 front and MU85B16 rear.
• NEW FX front end with black powdercoat triple clamps and black painted fork lowers.
• NEW Split Drag™ internally-wired handlebars mount directly to the top triple clamp.
• NEW Asymmetric five-gallon Softail fuel tank is clean on the left side, with a low-profile fuel fill on the right. Die cast “Blackline” trim panel flowing down the center of the tank is just high enough to cover the fuel pump hardware.
• NEW Analog speedometer on a triple-clamp mount that also holds indicator lights. LCD screen on the speedometer includes low-fuel warning and “miles to empty” display function.
• NEW Bobbed rear fender with combination stop/tail/turn lights in black housings, and a new composite license plate holder and light module that mounts on the lower edge of the fender.
• NEW Raw forged rear fender supports are finished in Black Denim powdercoat.
• NEW One-piece, two-up seat and passenger pillion. Laden rider seat height is 24 inches, the lowest two-up seat offered by Harley-Davidson. Gap between the nose of seat and fuel tank exposes the top of the frame.
• NEW 5.75-inch diameter headlamp in gloss black shell.
• Polished forward foot controls.
• Over/under chrome shotgun exhaust.
• Optional Security Package with Anti-lock Braking System and Smart Security System

Harley-Davidson Motor Company produces heavyweight custom, cruiser and touring motorcycles and offers a complete line of Harley-Davidson motorcycle parts, accessories, riding gear and apparel, and general merchandise. For more information, visit Harley-Davidson’s Web site at www.harley-davidson.com.

Styled for performance-minded enthusiasts who like a blacked-out, no-hassle ride, the Night Rod Special model takes the VRSC™ family on a sinister trip down a dark alley.

It features black wheels, black frame, black fork lowers, triple clamps, swingarm, racing stripes on the airbox cover and a color-matched [...]]]>

Water cooled, 1250cc, V-twin, DOHC

Styled for performance-minded enthusiasts who like a blacked-out, no-hassle ride, the Night Rod Special model takes the VRSC™ family on a sinister trip down a dark alley.

It features black wheels, black frame, black fork lowers, triple clamps, swingarm, racing stripes on the airbox cover and a color-matched speed screen visor.

What makes it a true member of the VRSC family are things like the aggressive, drag-inspired riding position, the amazing power of the Revolution engine and the distinctive sound and feel that only Harley-Davidson can provide.

This power motorcycle cruiser has a drag style low rise handlebar that places you in an aggressive power cruiser riding position. The H-D Night Rod Special exhaust has dual Harley mufflers with black end caps.

Exhaust shields are also found on the VRSCDX Harley exhaust. This motorcycle muffler system proves that a performance exhaust can still be a beautiful set of pipes.

In addition to the beautiful Harley exhaust, the Harley Night Rod Special VRSCDX has an ultra wide rear tire – exactly what you want on the back of your power motorcycle cruisers. Check out this power cruiser and discover why this power motorcycle cruiser stands out from the rest.

2011 Harley-Davidson VRSCDX Night Rod Special – USA Specifications

Base MSRP: $16,699

Model Highlights

• Black powder-coated powertrain with black covers
• Straight-shot exhaust with brushed finish dual mufflers with black end caps and exhaust shield
• Black, Slotted Disc Cast Aluminum wheels with orange pin stripe
• Sport front fender with black brace supports
• Color-matched speed screen visor
• Stainless steel, low-rise drag-style handlebar
• Black mirrors, rear shocks and controls
• Black frame
• Two-piece, two-up textured seat
• Contrasting racing stripe paint scheme

Electronic Sequential Port Fuel Injection (ESPFI)

Key Features

• High-performance Brembo® triple-disc brakes
• Race-bred clutch with “slipper” action helps ease drive train effort during downshifting
• 240 mm wide rear tire
• Forward-mounted footpegs and controls
• Round reflector-optic headlight
• Electric power accessory connector under seat
• Optional, factory-installed Anti-Lock Braking System (ABS)
• Optional Harley-Davidson® Smart Security System with hands-free security fob

Specifications

Engine
Engine Liquid-cooled, Revolution®, 60° V-Twin
Valves Overhead cam, 4 valves per cylinder, solid tappet with shim-under-bucket lash adjustment
Bore x Stroke 4.13 in. x 2.84 in.
(105.0 mm x 72.0 mm)
Displacement 76.28 cu. in. (1250 cc)
Compression Ratio 11.5:1
Fuel System Electronic Sequential Port Fuel Injection (ESPFI)
Air Cleaner Down draft intake
Lubrication System Wet-sump, integrated with powertrain crankcase

Drivetrain
Primary Drive Gear, 117/64 ratio
Final Drive Belt, 72/28 ratio
Clutch 9-plate, wet, A&S (Assist & Slip)
Transmission 5-speed
U.S. Gear Ratios (overall):
• 1st 11.752
• 2nd 7.898
• 3rd 6.322
• 4th 5.459
• 5th 4.899

Chassis
Frame Steel perimeter upper frame with hydroformed main rails and bolt-on lower frame rails; MIG welded
Swingarm Polished, one-piece cast aluminum with black powder-coat finish
Front Forks Wide, 49 mm custom
Rear Shocks Preload adjustable
Wheels: Black, Slotted Disc Cast Aluminum
• Front 19 in. x 3 in. (482.60 mm x 76.20 mm)
• Rear 18 in. x 8 in. (457.20 mm x 203.20 mm)

Brakes
• Caliper Type 4-piston front and rear
• Rotor Type (diameter x width): Patented, one-piece floating rotor (front), uniform expansion rotor (rear)
• Front (dual) 11.81 in. x .20 in. (299.97 mm x 5.08 mm)
• Rear 11.81 in. x .28 in. (299.97 mm x 7.11 mm)
• ABS Option Available
Suspension Travel:
• Front 4 in. (101.60 mm)
• Rear 2.90 in. (73.66 mm)

Clutch Type: Wet, slipper, hydraulic operated

Performance
Engine Torque (per SAE J1349):
• North America 85 ft. lbs. @ 7000 rpm (115.24 Nm @ 7000 rpm)
Lean Angle (per SAE J1168):
• Right 32°
• Left 32°

Fuel Economy7
ESPFI (EPA urban/highway test) 34/42 mpg (6.92/5.60 L/100 km)

Electric
Battery (per Battery Council International Rating) Sealed, maintenance-free, 12V, 19-amp/hour, 270 cca
Charging Three-Phase, 38-amp system (439W @ 13V, 2000 rpm, 489W max power @ 13V)
Starting 0.08 kW electric with direct drive starter motor engagement
Lights (as per country regulation):
• Headlamp (quartz halogen) 55-watt low beam, 60-watt high beam
• Tail/Stop Lights 8W/28W reflector optics (5W/21W)
• Turn Signal Lights 28W (21W) self-canceling
• Indicator Lamps High beam, neutral, low oil pressure, turn signals, engine diagnostics, security system (optional), coolant temperature, low fuel warnings

Dimensions
Length 94.40 in. (2397.76 mm)
Overall Width 34.60 in. (878.84 mm)
Overall Height 45.50 in. (1155.70 mm)
Seat Height:
• Laden 25.20 in. (640.08 mm)
• Unladen 26.30 in. (668.02 mm)
Ground Clearance 4.20 in. (106.68 mm)
Rake (steering head) 34°
Fork Angle 36°
Trail 4.50 in. (114.30 mm)
Wheelbase 67.20 in. (1706.88 mm)
Tires (Dunlop® Harley-Davidson Series, radial blackwall front and rear):
• Front – D208F 120/70ZR-19 60W
• Rear – D419 240/40R-18 79V
Fuel Capacity 5 gal. (18.93 L) (warning light at approximately 0.5 gal.)
Oil Capacity (w/filter) 5 qts. (4.73 L)
Coolant Capacity 2.5 qts. (2.37 L)

Weight
• As Shipped 643 lbs. (291.66 kg)
• In Running Order 676 lbs. (306.63 kg)
• Gross Vehicle Weight Rating 1075 lbs. (487.62 kg)
• Gross Axle Weight Rating
• Front 377 lbs. (171.01 kg)
• Rear 698 lbs. (316.61 kg)

Color Options
Two-Tones
• Black Denim/Brilliant Silver w/Denim Racing Stripe
• Vivid Black/Brilliant Silver w/Pearl Racing Stripe
• Vivid Black/Mirage Orange w/Pearl Racing Stripe

Warranty
Warranty 24 months (unlimited mileage)
Service Interval First 1,000 miles (1,600 km), every 5,000 miles (8,000 km) thereafter

Big meaty air scoops, muscle-bound mufflers, 240 mm rear tire, fastback-style tail section and massive airbox compliment the power of the 1250 cc liquid-cooled Revolution [...]]]> Harley-Davidson: The fast, powerful and aggressive V-Rod Muscle™ motorcycle is built for riders who want a little extra beef with their horsepower.

Engine Type: Liquid-cooled, Revolution®, 60° V-Twin

Big meaty air scoops, muscle-bound mufflers, 240 mm rear tire, fastback-style tail section and massive airbox compliment the power of the 1250 cc liquid-cooled Revolution engine.

Ride the V-Rod Muscle™ and experience the true definition of “power cruiser.”

This brawny beast is for performance enthusiasts who crave power and control, with a dash of intimidation, in a package that is all Harley-Davidson.

The triple gauge cluster reflects Harley-Davidson’s take on custom sport motorcycle styling-bold and sleek, illuminated in yellow, orange and red for a distinct look.

Including easy to read mph,rpm and fuel gauges, the instrument cluster is built onto an internally wired, meaty 1.5″ angular cast handlebar.

Race-inspired, 43mm inverted front forks help reduce unsprung weight and increase strength and rigidity of the assembly.

They add to the wide look that flows all the way through to the tail of the V-Rod Muscle Motorcycle. Strong and sporty- the front end is a testament to the dominating look of a modern muscle car.

The V-Rod Muscle Motorcycle proves that a performance exhaust can still be a beautiful set of pipes. Satin chrome, dual side exhaust with fat turnout mufflers combines the style of a muscle car with top of the line Harley-Davidson performance at every twist of the throttle. Jetting out past the rear axle, these dominating pipes add to the fierce, beefy look of this Motorcycle.

With an ultra-fat, 240mm rear tire for a powerful, no-nonsense look and added grip. Harnessing explosive, off the line power, the rear tire on the V-Rod Motorcycle enhances the pure dragster look with the sticky, high performance tread you need for staying glued to the pavement.

Matching the color and angular design of the V-Rod Muscle model bodywork, the air box cover incorporates side scoops covered with woven wire mesh faor a meaty. powerful race motorcycle look. you cant help but think about the Detroit muscle cars from back in the day.

Adding to the clean, streamlined design of the V-Rod Muscle model are the front LED Turn signals, Integrated into the stems of the mirrors, these bright functional indicators are smartly combined with the mirrors to help shore up the front end for a clean, custom look.

For more information on the 2011, V-ROD MUSCLE Motorcycle click here: www.harley-davidson.com

Plus New PowerPak Touring Combo and Available ABS for Softail® models

The innovative Harley-Davidson® Touring chassis [...]]]> The Harley-Davidson Road Glide® Ultra combines the light handling and wind-splitting aerodynamics of a frame-mounted fairing with a full complement of touring appointments for the devoted long distance rider and passenger.

Black powder-coated powertrain with chrome covers

Plus New PowerPak Touring Combo and Available ABS for Softail® models

The innovative Harley-Davidson® Touring chassis is based on a single-spar, rigid backbone frame and a stout swingarm developed to withstand the demands of long-haul touring riders and today’s powerful engines

Road Glide Ultra Motorcycle Key Features

The Road Glide® Ultra combines the light handling and wind-splitting aerodynamics of a frame-mounted fairing with a full complement of touring appointments for the devoted long-distance rider and passenger.

The innovative Harley-Davidson® Touring chassis is based on a single-spar, rigid backbone frame and a stout swingarm developed to withstand the demands of long-haul touring riders and today’s powerful engines.

The FLTRU comes with new Vented lower fairings with integral storage compartments and new PowerPak setup with large, 1690 cc, Twin Cam 103™ engine, Anti-lock Braking System (ABS), and Harley-Davidson® Smart Security System with hands-free fob. And thats not all!

NEW Injection Molded King Tour-Pak® with soft luggage liners, storage pockets and wrap-around rear tail/brake lights; 2.26 cu. ft. volume

NEW 80-watt, four-speaker Harmon/Kardon® Advanced Audio with CD/MP3 player, and CB/Intercom

NEW One-piece, two-up Electra Glide® classic comfort stitch seat shaped to improve rider leg reach to the ground, and to provide better lower back support

Press Release from Harley-Davidson

Harley-Davidson introduces the new SuperLow™, XR1200X and Road Glide® Ultra models with its expansive line of 2011-model-year motorcycles. With 32 models including urban brawlers, long-haul touring machines, contemporary customs drenched in chrome, dark retro-style bobbers, exhilarating sport roadsters and inviting standards, Harley-Davidson offers a motorcycle to match the desires of almost any street rider. Each rolls to the sound track of the American road, a syncopated V-Twin cadence that is the pulse of every Harley-Davidson® motorcycle.

Select Touring models gain power and technology with the new Harley-Davidson PowerPak, which bundles the Twin Cam 103™ engine with ABS (anti-lock braking system) and the H-D® Smart Security System.

PowerPak is a standard feature on the 2011 Road King® Classic, Electra Glide® Ultra Limited, and Road Glide® Ultra models, and will be available as a factory-installed option on the 2011 Street Glide® and Road Glide® Custom models.

2011 Harley-Davidson Softail models except Cross Bones® are newly available with optional ABS. New hand controls add features, convenience and cleaner styling.

The 2011 VRSC™ power-cruisers are available with a new Security Package option, which bundles ABS with a Smart Security System for greater value. Michelin® Scorcher™ tires and new colors and graphics round out changes to the Night Rod® Special and the V-Rod Muscle™.

The four 2011 Dyna® models project pure attitude. Built with the rawest styling of all the Big Twin motorcycles, Dyna models are a customizer’s dream. Each is offered in new colors.

Harley-Davidson Custom Vehicle Operations (CVO™) offers four premium, limited-production motorcycles for 2011.

The new CVO Road Glide Ultra features a Road Tech® zumo® 660 GPS navigation system, upgraded Harman/Kardon Advanced Audio system with BOOM! Bagger speakers and an 8GB iPod® nano® and dock, and a two-up suspended touring seat with dual heat controls.

The CVO Street Glide rolls on a new 19-inch Agitator™ front wheel, and new ventilated fairing lowers house two of the six speakers that are part of a 100-watt-per-channel audio system that incorporates an 8GB iPod nano with dock.

The CVO Softail Convertible has a new audio system that integrates 3.5-inch speakers and a 20-watt-per-channel amplifier into a redesigned inner fairing. Music is delivered by an 8GB iPod nano stored in a protective pouch.

Also new is a 1.25-inch welded mini-ape handlebar, Electronic Throttle Control (ETC), cruise control, keyless ignition and ABS.

The CVO Ultra Classic® Electra Glide® has a new suspended, heated, two-up seat with leather inserts. Dual mufflers feature new chrome billet end caps with black spears, and new mirrors are finished in mirror chrome.

Harley-Davidson Motor Company produces heavyweight custom, cruiser and touring motorcycles and offers a complete line of Harley-Davidson motorcycle parts, accessories, riding gear and apparel, and general merchandise.

For more information, visit Harley-Davidson’s Web site at www.harley-davidson.com

Company to Assemble Select Models at Facility in State of Haryana from U.S.-Supplied Assembly Kits

A low seat height, the broad V-Twin powerband and clean styling complete an appealing package. The SuperLow is an open invitation [...]]]> The new Harley-Davidson SuperLow model reintroduces the pure pleasure of motorcycling. Balanced and responsive handling help the rider and the machine glide through corners with smooth confidence.

Harley-Davidson's Brand new 2011 SuperLow!

A low seat height, the broad V-Twin powerband and clean styling complete an appealing package. The SuperLow is an open invitation to get out and ride.

Comfort is a key aspect of the SuperLow experience. A new solo seat with a deep, bucket shape and soft filler offers good support.

The shape of the seat and its 25.5-inch height make it possible for many riders to put feet securely on the ground when the bike is at rest.

A new handlebar is shaped to provide a natural arm position. Dual coil-over rear shocks offer 2.5 inches of wheel travel for a smooth ride.

Several interdependent technical elements play a role in the particular vehicle dynamics Harley-Davidson engineers sought to achieve in the SuperLow model.

Changes made to tire size and a new front fork angle give the SuperLow 5.7 inches of trail for outstanding steering feel and feedback to the rider.

“In engineering the tire-and-wheel design and steering geometry for the SuperLow, the team applied lessons learned in the development of the XR1200X, which result in similarly significant gains in maneuverability,” said Jim Hofmann, General Manager, Motorcycle Product Planning.

“The SuperLow is of course a very different motorcycle from the XR1200X, with a different mission, but the theme of achieving a precise balance of steering geometry, tire profile and construction, and suspension tuning is the same and equally successful. It takes just one ride on the SuperLow to believe it.”

The 18-inch-diameter front wheel and 17-inch rear wheel are fitted with Michelin® Scorcher® 11 radial tires. The profile, tread pattern and construction of these tires were developed specifically to enhance the handling of the SuperLow model. The new wheel-and-tire combination significantly reduces mass and inertia front and rear, which when combined with the tire design, improves steering response, and reduces steering effort.

Its low-profile radial tires, solo seat and long fuel tank shape give the SuperLow an appealing new stance that’s wide and low. With an MSRP starting at $7,999 in Vivid Black, the SuperLow is the lowest-priced model in the 2011 Harley-Davidson line. The SuperLow is also available in Cool Blue Pearl, as well as Merlot Sunglo/Vivid Black and Birch White/Sedona Orange two-tone paint.

Key features of the 2011 XL883L SuperLow include:

An air-cooled Evolution® 883cc V-Twin engine with Electronic Sequential Port Fuel Injection (ESPFI), rated at 55 ft. lbs. peak torque at 3500 rpm, has a broad powerband for easy get-away from a stop and smooth power out of corners.

The 68/29 (2.34:1) final drive ratio is matched to the rear tire diameter and promotes smooth acceleration away from a stop and at low speeds.

Equipped with Black, Split Five-Spoke with Machined Rim wheels front and rear. Rear wheel is 17 x 4.5 inches. Front wheel is 18 x 3.5 inches.

Michelin Scorcher 11 radial tires are designed specifically for the SuperLow. Front is 120/70ZR18; rear is 150/60ZR17.

39mm Showa® fork with 4.1 inches travel.

Coil-over pre-load adjustable rear shocks with 2.5 inches of wheel travel.

Seat height is 25.5 inches. Solo seat has a deep bucket shape and is easy to straddle.

The handlebar has a wide, flat bend that places the hand grips and controls in a natural riding position for outstanding control and comfort.

The 4.5-gallon fuel tank offers extended range and helps give the SuperLow a low-profile appearance.
Mid-mount foot controls.

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Chief Executive Officer Keith Wandell said he expects Harley’s shipments to be down 5%-10% from 2009, while the preference for used motorcycles and the weaker world [...]]]> Harley-Davidson Inc. said Tuesday it expects the global market for motorcycles to remain challenging this year as more consumers opt for lower-priced used motorcycles instead of new ones.

Chief Executive Officer Keith Wandell said he expects Harley’s shipments to be down 5%-10% from 2009, while the preference for used motorcycles and the weaker world economy have pushed year-to-date retail sales down 40% from the company peak in 2006.

The Milwaukee-based company said it is managing the business to address lower sales and is looking to renegotiate it union contracts to take effect in 2012, in hopes of matching weaker demand for motorcycles.

Harley’s retail motorcycle sales fell 8.4% in the U.S. in the second quarter.

The company is seeing a pickup in Spain, France and Italy, where sales are up about 5% from a year earlier, Chief Financial Officer John Olin said. However, sales of motorcycles in the United Kingdom and Switzerland are still falling.

Harley-Davidson said it plans to add to its dealerships in foreign countries to increase sales, including four new dealerships in China.

The company said the ratio of used-to-new Harley-Davidson on the market is 2 to 1, compared to the more typical 1-to-1 ratio. The surplus of used bikes also has pushed down prices of used bikes. “We will start to move to a more normalized ratio and we will see more new bike growth,” Mr. Olin said.

Harley on Tuesday reported a return to profitability in the second quarter as its financial-services unit righted itself.

The economic slowdown dragged the finance arm to a $90.5 million loss in the year-earlier period. This time around it had a profit of $60.8 million.

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Harley Davidson Inc (HOG.N) reported stronger-than-expected quarterly results on Tuesday, helped in part by a rebound at its in-house finance unit, and its shares rose more than 6 percent.

But Harley Davidson warned that the motorcycle market would remain challenging throughout the year. First-quarter net profit tumbled nearly 70 percent to $35.4 million, or 14 cents a share, from $117 million, or 50 cents a share, a year earlier.

But excluding one-time items, Harley Davidson reported a profit of 29 cents a share from continuing operations. On that basis, analysts on average had expected 22 cents a share, according to Thomson Reuters I/B/E/S.

Revenue fell 18 percent to $1.04 billion, excluding financial services. Analyst Ed Aaron at RBC Capital Markets said he was especially impressed by Harley’s gross margins, which were better than expected and provided “an important indicator of the underlying health of the business.”

The results included $26.7 million in operating income from Harley’s in-house finance unit, which snapped a three-quarter streak of losses as the performance of its loan portfolio improved and the cost of funds fell. Worldwide retail sales of new Harley-Davidson motorcycles declined 18.2 percent, a smaller drop than in the prior three quarters.

The brightest spot was international retail sales, which fell just 2.8 percent after posting double-digit declines for a year. Sales in Europe and Canada were both up slightly.