Harley launches CVO V-Rod

The new rear tire is just one of many new components found on this second edition of the ultimate custom power-cruiser from Harley-Davidson.

The Harley-Davidson CVO program creates low-volume, performance custom motorcycles produced by skilled technicians in special assembly areas at the Harley-Davidson plants in York, Pa., and Kansas City, Mo. Approximately 2,600 examples of the 2006 Screamin' Eagle V-Rod will be assembled at the Kansas City Vehicle and Powertrain Operations facility.

The new 240 mm rear tire and a new 20.3cm by 45cm forged aluminium Reactor five-spoke rear wheel replace the 180 mm tire and 13.9cm Reactor combination used on the 2005 Screamin' Eagle V-Rod. In order to accommodate the wider rear wheel and tire, the Screamin' Eagle V-Rod also has new fender supports, new inner and outer fender custom shocks and narrow drive components.

Spinning that big back wheel is a 1250cc Big Bore version of the liquid-cooled, fuel-injected 60-degree Revolution V-Twin engine with high flow cylinder heads for better intake and exhaust flow and optimized cam timing. This Screamin' Eagle version of the Revolution V-Twin makes more torque and more power than the standard Revolution engine. For 2006, the engine is finished in black and chrome.

Other key features of the 2006 Screamin' Eagle V-Rod include a 36 degree rake for a more nimble feel. A new rear turn signal module and custom license plate bracket smooth out the profile of the rear fender area. The ignition switch has been relocated to the right side of the frame below the front side cover. A new push-button latch for the seat is located in the right-rear side cover.