Three new Harley-Davidson models
The return of the Low Rider, the tour-ready SuperLow 1200T and factory custom Street Bob Special as H-D ramps up its 2014 offerings. Availability is from April 2014Already coming off a huge six months – which included the unveiling of the Street 500 LAMS bike and Project Rushmore Touring models – Harley-Davidson has announced three more mid-year releases to expand its 2014 line-up: the retro Low Rider, versatile SuperLow 1200T, as well as a custom model Street Bob Special.
“Our Model Year 14.5 announcement keeps the throttle pinned on the company’s accelerated, customer-led, product-development process to highlight what a fantastic six months it has been for us,” said Adam Wright, Director of Marketing for Harley-Davidson Australia. “The Low Rider, SuperLow 1200T and new Street Bob Special are a further result of being customer led and delivering the attitude and features riders want.”
All three models will be available at dealerships across Australia and New Zealand from April 2014.
LOW RIDER
In 1977, Harley-Davidson created the Low Rider -- a ride-it-hard, put-it-away dirty custom motorcycle that became an icon. The model is now reprised in 2014, with a polished headlamp visor, wrinkle black trim and split five-spoke aluminium wheels some of the styling elements from the original Low Rider model.
The bike also features the brand’s Twin Cam 103 powertrain, header pipes that feed a two-into-one exhaust and dual disc brakes at the front.
Key features
- Rubber-mounted Twin Cam 103 engine is rated at 126Nm of torque at 3500rpm, mated to a six-speed transmission. The powertrain is finished in wrinkle black powder coat with chrome-plated covers
- Handlebar riser offers 61mm of adjustment
- Two-position ergonomic seat is tuned to fit a broad range of riders with a removable bolster that moves the rider 38mm forward; unladen seat height is 680mm.
- Mid-mount foot controls
- Split five-spoke cast aluminium wheels feature finished in wrinkle black with diamond cut highlights
- Chrome two-into-one exhaust which pays homage to the original Low Rider
- Wrinkle black console holds an analogue speedometer and analogue tachometer. Console lights are integrated into the tachometer
- Chrome-plated rear fender strut covers feature wrinkle black cutouts
- Chrome-plated battery box insert with wrinkle black highlights
- Classic headlamp visor
- Polished front end
- Dual disc front brakes
- Suspension features 49mm front forks and coil-over rear shocks, both with triple clamp and dual-rate springs
- Michelin Scorcher tyres
- Custom ignition switch located on the left side of the motorcycle
- H-D Smart Security System with hands-free, proximity-based security fob as standard
- Anti-lock braking as standard
- Colour choices include: Vivid Black, two-tone Brilliant Silver/Vivid Black and two-tone Amber Whiskey/Vivid Black
SUPERLOW 1200T
The SuperLow 1200T includes touring features such as a detachable windshield, locking saddlebags and Dunlop blackwall tyres as standard. Docking points accommodate detachable accessory racks and backrests for ease of customisation.
New seat and control ergonomics are shaped specifically to give more riders long-distance comfort, while power is delivered from the Motor Company’s 1200cc Evolution V-Twin engine.
The SuperLow 1200T weighs at almost 53.5kg less than the lightest Harley-Davidson Big Twin touring motorcycles.
The finish includes aluminium wheels, two-tone paint scheme options and chrome throughout.
Key features
- Air-cooled Evolution 1200cc V-twin engine, rated at 96Nm at 3750rpm. The powertrain is finished in black powder coat with chrome-plated covers
- Two-up touring seat moves the rider forward and features a narrow nose for an easy reach to the ground. Seat height unladen is 702mm
- Rear suspension features a right-side twin tube and a left-side dial adjustable emulsion shock with an easy-to-reach preload dial without removing the saddlebags or using tools
- Detachable 14-inch clear polycarbonate windshield can be adjusted on the forks to match rider height
- Mini footboards
- Black and silver, split five-spoke aluminium wheels with Dunlop tyres
- Front turn signals are located on the lower triple tree to increase handlebar adjustment range
- Lockable saddlebags are covered in durable black vinyl with chrome badges
- Factory-installed rear docking hardware facilitates installation of an optional luggage rack and sissy bar with backrest
- Glass-filled chrome cloisonné tank badge
- Chrome-plated headlamp visor, turn signal housings and instrument housing
- H-D Smart Security System with a proximity-based security fob and keyless ignition as standard
- Anti-lock braking as standard
- Colour choices include: Vivid Black, Candy Orange, and two-tone Birch White/Midnight Pearl
STREET BOB SPECIAL
The Street Bob Special is a custom model that features forward controls and drag handlebars which replace the stock mini-ape hanger bars.
The Street Bob Special features a chopped rear fender, Fat Bob fuel tank and split five-spoke cast aluminium wheels, as well as two-tone paint with graphics. Badlander two-up saddle, forward controls and drag handlebars to complete the bobber look. Power is delivered from Harley-Davidson’s 103 engine block.
The Street Bob Special is only available in select markets, including those in the Asia-Pacific, European, Middle East and African regions.
Key features
- Rubber-mounted Twin Cam 103 V-twin engine, rated at 134 Nm of torque
- Black Split five-spoke cast aluminium wheels
- Anti-lock braking as standard
- Dominator paint scheme with two-tone Mysterious Red Sunglo and Silver panels
- Chrome exhaust with straight-cut shorty dual mufflers
- Blacked-out triple clamps, powertrain, and battery box cover
- Chopped rear fender with stop/turn/tail lights for a minimalist bobber look with uncovered fender supports
- 17.8-litre fuel tank
- Two-up Badlander seat
- Drag-style handlebars and forward controls
- Michelin Scorcher tyres: 100/90B-19 front, 160/70B-17 rear
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