American Motorcycle Dealer AMD 242 September 2019 | Page 18

New Softail: Low Rider S "Defiant Attitude"
Hard Edge Coastal Style: Raised
hand controls are a defining element of
the coastal custom influence. The Low
Rider S model mounts a one-inch
diameter motocross-style handlebar
on four-inch high straight risers to put
the rider in an aggressive and active
position. A color-matched mini-fairing
frames the headlamp and blocks the
wind. A high back solo seat is shaped
to hold the rider in place under hard
acceleration.
All bright finishes are replaced with
black for an aggressive look. The
powertrain, primary cover and tank
console are finished in Wrinkle Black;
the derby cover, intake and lower
rocker covers are Gloss Black. Mufflers
and exhaust shields are Jet Black.
Forks, triple-clamp, riser and handlebar
and rear fender supports are Matt
Black. The LED layback tail lamp has a
smoked lens. The five-gallon Softail fuel
tank features an iconic Harley-
Davidson graphic. Radiate
cast-aluminum wheels (19-inch front
and 16-inch rear diameter) are finished
in Matt Dark Bronze for an intriguing
contrast to the motorcycle’s dark
components.
Softail Model Foundation: The
Harley-Davidson Softail motorcycle
frame is a foundation for performance.
The frame design is optimized to
reduce weight without sacrificing
stiffness while maintaining the classic
look of a hard tail with a thoroughly
modern ride. The rigid-mounted
Milwaukee-Eight V-Twin engine
contributes to a platform that delivers
strong acceleration and responsive
handling and braking performance.
Handling: A single coil-over shock
features emulsion technology and an
optimized angle between the frame
and swingarm for enhanced travel and
response. Under-seat hydraulic pre-
load adjustment allows the rider to
maintain optimal suspension
performance for the prevailing load
and road conditions.
A 43 mm inverted fork stiffens the front
end for improved response to steering
input. Single-cartridge internal
technology responds quickly to inputs
and keeps the front wheel planted for
improved braking and handling
performance. Fork rake is reduced to 28
degrees from the 30-degree rake of the
standard Low Rider model, resulting in
more responsive handling. Dual front
brakes with 300 mm discs deliver
stronger braking performance with less
lever effort than the single front disc
brake on the standard Low Rider
model. Standard ABS (Antilock Braking
System) provides confident braking
performance when conditions are less
than ideal. The Low Rider S model rolls
on high-performance Michelin
Scorcher 31 tires.
M-8 114 Muscle: The Milwaukee-
Eight 114 engine (114 CID; 1,868 cc),
the only engine choice for the Low
Rider S model, delivers the most
displacement offered in the Softail
chassis from the factory, cranking out
119 ft. lb. of torque at 3,000 rpm. A
dual internally counter-balanced
system reduces engine vibration while
maintaining the familiar Harley-
Davidson feel, while deep-breathing,
four-valve cylinder heads and dual
spark plugs squeeze the most power
possible from every ounce of fuel. The
engine is equipped with a Gloss Black
Ventilator air intake with an exposed
filter element to improve air flow into
the engine, and 2-into-2 offset shotgun
mufflers for an aggressive,
performance look. Base price is
$17,999.00.
Road Glide Limited CVO Street Glide
A fully loaded Grand Touring machine with 114 cubic inches of power and
new premium finishes. A frame-mounted shark-nose fairing, a 13.5-inch
windscreen and dual Daymaker Reflector LED headlamps. There’s all-new
painted pinstriping, a gloss-finish inner fairing, heated hand grips and Slicer
II Contrast Bright wheels. The twin-cooled Milwaukee-Eight 114 V-Twin
engine "puts loads of power at your command. The H-D Connect Service will
give you peace of mind no matter how far you are from it. The responsive
frame and suspension, the electronic Reflex Linked Brembo brakes with ABS,
the roomy Tour-Pak carrier, the BOOM! Box GTS infotainment and all the rest
let you enjoy the ride to the fullest."
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AMERICAN MOTORCYCLE DEALER - SEPTEMBER 2019
"The pinnacle of the custom touring look taken to the edge and
loaded with power. No corners were cut, no shortcuts were taken.
We sweat every detail and then polished it like a jewel. Get the
power of the Milwaukee-Eight 117 V-Twin engine, red rocker covers,
premium custom paint, premium Talon wheels and custom controls,
all-new BOOM! Box GTS infotainment with three separate
amplifiers, 75 watts per channel and 900 watts of clear audio
performance on the CVO Street Glide. There’s a wireless headset
interface that lets you use your Bluetooth headset to communicate
with infotainment system, passenger and other
riders. Keep your bike safe and sound and
always ready to go with the smartphone-
linked H-D Connect."
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