Tuesday July 27, 2010
Though it bears more than a passing resemblance to other Sportsters like the
Forty-Eight,
Nightster,
Iron 883, and
1200 Low, the new 2011 SuperLow is an entirely different beast, with its
larger 4.5 gallon fuel tank,
new wheel and tire packages, and
re-tuned suspension-- all of which were designed around the needs of
beginner riders.
See our 2011 Harley-Davidson SuperLow Photo Gallery for more, and stay tuned for a review of this new bike that starts at $7,999.
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Photo © Brian J. Nelson; click for 2011 Harley-Davidson SuperLow Photo Gallery
Tuesday July 27, 2010
The
2011 Harley-Davidson lineup adds three new motorcycles to the standard lineup: the touring-friendly
Road Glide Ultra, the beginner-oriented
Sportster SuperLow, and the
previously announced XR1200X, which replaces the XR1200. The new lineup features 32 bikes, a drop from
last year's record array of 38 motorcycles. Four of the new 2011 bikes comprise the CVO lineup, which you can see in
this separate 2011 CVO Buyer's Guide.
Key improvements to 2011 Harley-Davidsons include:
- A PowerPak for select touring models, which bundles a Twin Cam 103 engine (essentially a stroked 96) with ABS and a security system for $1,995
- New seats for touring models (which were introduced mid-cycle in 2010 for select bikes), featuring a new seat pan, foam shape, and cover with narrower width for easier reach and a deeper bucket
- A Security Package, which combines ABS and a security system (available on Softail, VRSC, and Touring models without the PowerPak) for $1,195
- An ABS option for all Softail motorcycles except the Cross Bones
- New hand controls for Softail models, featuring a separate trip switch, a larger digital odometer with gear and rpm display, fewer wires, and a separate hazard button
- A return to dual exhaust pipes for FLHX and FLTRX models
Check out the 2011 Harley-Davidson Buyer's Guide, and stay tuned for reviews!
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Photos © Harley-Davidson; click for 2011 Harley-Davidson Buyer's Guide
Tuesday July 27, 2010
Harley-Davidson's
2011 lineup may have been trimmed down this year, but their selection of Custom Vehicle Operations bikes-- aka CVOs-- is as robust as ever, suggesting there's strong demand for these high-priced, limited production motorcycles.
Returning for the sixth straight year is the
2011 Harley-Davidson CVO Ultra Classic Electra Glide, which carries the heftiest pricetag of $36,499, is only available in one color, and will see a total run of only 1,500 units.
The 2011 CVO Street Glide wears the largest front wheel ever produced for a touring Harley, and the $32,499 bike will be limited to 3,700 units.
The 2011 CVO Road Glide Ultra is priced at $35,999 and will be limited to 3,000 units.
And finally, the CVO Softail Convertible returns for 2011 with improved touring capabilities and a two-speaker stereo. The $29,599 bike will be limited to 2,400 units.
See key features of all four bikes in every color combination in this 2011 Harley-Davidson CVO Buyer's Guide, and stay tuned for reviews!
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Photos © Tom Riles; Click for 2011 Harley-Davidson CVO Buyer's Guide
Monday July 26, 2010
Don't let the new paint fool you: the 2011 Victory Motorcycles lineup-- though it hasn't added any bikes-- boasts its share of under-the-skin enhancements. First and foremost, the entire 2011 Victory lineup now features a 106 cubic inch powerplant mated to a totally redesigned six-speed transmission that's quieter and helps reduce driveline lash by 66%.
There are two versions of the engine: cruisers (like the
Vegas,
Hammer, and
Kingpin) get a Stage 2 cam package that produces 97 horsepower and 113 ft-lbs of torque, while tourers (like the
Vision Tour,
Cross Country, and
Cross Roads) receive a slightly milder Stage 1 version with 92 horsepower and 109 ft-lbs of torque. Additionally, ABS is now standard on all Vision Tour models, and all 8-Balls now have 6-speed, not 5-speed transmissions.
The Ness clan is also deeply entrenched in limited edition custom bikes, with Cory tackling the Cross Country, Arlen addressing the Vision Tour, and newcomer Zach taking on the Vegas 8-Ball.
See photos and get the scoop on upgrades in this 2011 Victory Motorcycles Lineup.
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Photo © Victory; Click for 2010 Victory Buyer's Guide
