American Motorcycle Dealer AMD 225 April 2018 | Page 44
Hypercharger ES
for 2018 Softails
Last year saw Somerset, Wisconsin based Kuryakyn
launch a major update for its famous Hypercharger -
now it has announced the awaited 2018 M-8
engined Softail application.
The iconic air cleaner has a 30-year pedigree and the
ES version is a step change. It preserves the signature
hot rod blower styling but “represents substantial
updates in design, technology and performance,”
according to the company.
“The state-of-the-art electronic throttle response
butterflies eliminate vacuum-triggered fluttering. An
integrated servo motor syncs with the coil to actuate
and open the butterflies for smooth, precise
movement with every twist of the throttle.
“Air delivery is maximized through the Kuryakyn
designed high-flow K&N filter, featuring a larger
surface area compared to the original Hypercharger.
The larger filter element offers approximately 10%
more airflow, improved CFM rating, and utilizes a
unique end cap with internal stinger design that
directs concentrated airflow into the throttle body.
Kuryakyn says that independent dyno testing
performed by St. Croix Harley-Davidson (New
44
AMERICAN MOTORCYCLE DEALER - APRIL 2018
PARTS AND ACCESSORIES
Richmond, Wisconsin) resulted in added horsepower
and more than six additional ft. lbs. of torque
throughout the power band on a stock 114 ci
Milwaukee-Eight Heritage Softail. Previous dyno
testing performed on a stock 107 ci Milwaukee-Eight
Street Glide by Those Dyno Guys (Zimmerman, Minn.)
produced an 8.5 percent increase in horsepower and
3 percent more torque.
The die-cast A380 aluminum housing is offered in
three finish options. The modular housing allows for
easy customization with available classic faceplate
kits (sold separately), featuring a fluted design that
completely alters the style in minutes.
Additional fitments for Milwaukee-Eight Touring and
Twin Cam Dyna, Softail and Touring models are
already available, with Sportster applications
expected soon.
The new gloss black Precision engine covers, also
seen here, are described as taking the “blacked-out
M-8 vibe even deeper into the dark side.”
Newly available in smooth gloss black, Precision
covers “serve as an extension of the Milwaukee-
Eight’s design language, enhancing the sinister look
of Harley-Davidson ‘Special’ and CVO Touring
models. The modern and muscular designs deliver a
truly defined appearance for a seamless integration
with every factory component, whether used
individually or as a complete set, says Kuryakyn.
“Everything in the Precision line is bolt on, creating a
uniform aesthetic with the motor. The collection
includes groupings of unique covers and accents that
bring the same powerful appearance to often
overlooked areas of the engine and transmission.
Focus areas include the cylinder base, inner primary,
tappet block, transmission and starter, as well as the
voltage regulator, oil cooler and coolant pump for
liquid-cooled models, among others.”
Coming soon, full kits for 2018 Softail models will be
offered in both gloss black and chrome finish options.
KURYAKYN
Somerset, Wisconsin, USA
Tel: 715 247 5008
[email protected]
www.kuryakyn.com
www.AMDchampionship.com