500-cc Harley caught in the lens

In the global network has the first pictures of the new 500-cubic model Harley-Davidson, which is currently being tested on Indian roads.

Photos of several motorcycles appeared in one of the thematic forums in India. According to witnesses, the sound of the exhaust system to the new 500 is not even remotely resembled the roar of big engines classic Harley-Davidson. Judging from the photos, the novelty is equipped with a V-twin engine with water cooling. Obviously, new photos and technical details of new items will appear a little later, a little closer to the official premiere. Recall that in early September, speaking at the celebration of the 110th anniversary of Harley-Davidson, executive director Matthew Levatich officially confirmed that the company is actively developing a new 500-cubic model for the Indian market. Levatich said that at present the novelty is in the advanced stage of development, and the premiere of the motorcycle held in early 2014. It is assumed that the 500-cc Harley will be shown at the motor show «Indian Auto Expo», which will be held from 6 to 12 February in New Delhi.

Issue a separate model and the grand plans Harley-Davidson for the development of Asian markets seem more than logical, because in India the same malokubaturnaya technique is very popular, and these bikes are sold annually in the millions. Initially, 500 cc motorcycles HD will be collected and sold exclusively in Asia. According to estimates Forbes, in India, a new model should cost less than $ 7,000, for the opening of a factory in India was due to among other things, the need to circumvent high import duties. Last year, India's Harley-Davidson sold about 2,000 units. But according to analysts, sales could increase significantly if the price of American motorcycles are much lower.

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HD CVO - more style, luxury and technology

The company Harley-Davidson introduced four new models in 2014 a line of factory-custom bikes CVO.

The following year, Harley-Davidson Custom Vehicle Operations (CVO) is a new limited edition custom bikes, which consists of four unique models. The brand-new CVO Softail Deluxe combines nostalgic styling and removable equipment for travel, so you get both beautiful and touring motorcycle, and a luxury cruiser. CVO Road King CVO Ultra Limited, and the 2014 model year received a lot of improvements, the project born RUSHMORE - an initiative Harley-Davidson, aimed at improving all aspects of the sensations of driving - in full accordance with the wishes of fans touring motorcycles. Powerful and rapid CVO Breakout - Customise chopper based Softail - will be available with new wheels and three additional color schemes.

All models of Harley-Davidson CVO equipped with 1800 cc V-Twin - the most powerful engine offered by HD. Motorcycle CVO Electra Glide Ultra Limited is equipped with a new engine in 2014 Screamin 'Eagle Twin-Cooled Twin Cam 110 with an air-liquid-cooled, allowing to maintain peak performance even under extreme loads under the most severe conditions. Other models CVO 2014 model year engine equipped with Screamin 'Eagle Twin Cam 110, the torque is increased to 158 Nm. Clutch Kit Assist & Slip Clutch with slip function helps the driver when changing to a lower gear, reducing the load on the transmission. Furthermore, it includes a hydraulic clutch. It reduces the effort required for the clutch, and also requires less attention to maintain than a regular drive. All models of Harley-Davidson CVO are factory equipped with an electronic cruise control, anti-lock braking system, remote ignition system and proprietary anti-theft system HD Factory Security System. Each bike also comes with a carrying case to store the logo CVO motorcycle in the garage or on the street.

CVO Softail Deluxe 2014 model year: nostalgia combined with luxury. Wide tires with white sidewalls, clean lines of the chassis Harley-Davidson Softail and characteristic color in the Art Deco style is combined with modern engine technology and to travel. For example, GPS-navigator Road Tech zumo 660 is integrated into the windshield. Transformable components (quick release windshield, saddlebags, luggage rack, passenger backrest and seat) allow a couple of minutes to easily convert tourer CVO Softail Deluxe Cruiser into the exercise. Due to the low center of gravity, comfortable seating, and other ergonomic features, CVO Softail Deluxe is an ideal choice even for novice riders. An abundance of sparkling chrome on the CVO Softail Deluxe warrants the attention of others.

Already a super-premimum tourer, CVO Ultra Limited further improved elements of the project RUSHMORE - initiatives Harley-Davidson, aimed at improving all aspects of the feel of the ride. LED lights Daymaker, combined anti-lock braking system and a unique engine Reflex Twin-Cooled Twin Cam 110 with an air-liquid cooling. Infotainment system Boom! Box 6.5 GT provides an incredibly high-quality sound and includes a color touch screen, Bluetooth, and GPS-navigator. New Batwing fairing has undergone a restyling and now includes an aerodynamic element that reduces the impact of counter-flow of air to the driver. Passenger area has also been revised to improve comfort. All controls and instruments are also improved from an ergonomic point of view. In addition to the elements of the project RUSHMORE, for CVO Ultra Limited offers enhanced audio system with amplifier output of 75 watts per channel, the dynamics of Boom! Audio High Performance Boom! Bagger, improved GPS-navigator, detachable storage compartments and controls with backlighting. Designed to offer the utmost comfort, convenience, performance and style, CVO Ultra Limited is a perfect touring bike for those who really want to get everything at once.

CVO Road King 2014 model year - a high-class tourer, which is able to dazzle with its brilliance even at night and born to lead the convoy in the parade. The project also touched RUSHMORE model CVO Road King, so there appeared to LED lights Daymaker, combined anti-lock braking system Reflex, 49-mm front fork, side saddlebags new form with locks One-Touch, upgraded switches and a new front wing. In the CVO Road King is also a particle styling Harley-Davidson Dark Custom 2014 model year - some elements are painted in black, including the steering wheel, switches, mirror housings, the power unit and cover. New enlarged luggage bags encircle silencers, and the new low-profile seat in two parts makes it easy to remove the passenger section. High-performance Twin Cam 110 engine is equipped with a new air filter and intake manifold Heavy Breather.

Thanks to the robust appearance and authentic style of street motorcycle, the new CVO Breakout combines the proud profile with a premium of custom painting and detailing. Three new bright color schemes with hand polished steel parts in the fuel tank and fenders. New seat in the style of "Bomber" with a black leather pointed decorative embossing. Turbine wheels with contrasting chrome plated locket and a new fuel tank for added shine and a new intake tract with a new Heavy Breather air filter emphasizes the profile engine. Shortened wings demonstrate solid tires. Chrome oil tank made ​​of aluminum alloy, chrome fork and a broad low-set of integrated devices on the steering wheel perfectly underlines the exceptional motorcycle.

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Harley-Davidson: 2014 Models

The company Harley-Davidson introduced a line of motorcycles in 2014, including seven models of families Touring, Trike and Custom Vehicle Operations (CVO ™). All these models have been refined in the project RUSHMORE - initiatives Harley-Davidson, aimed at radically improving all aspects of riding a motorcycle. RUSHMORE project incorporates the best technical and design solutions, and is the result of four years' work.

The main innovations - the system Boom! ™ Box interface with support for Bluetooth ® and satellite navigation, LED headlights Daymaker ™ LED, a new fairing with a ventilation system Splitstream and, as we have already mentioned yesterday, the engine Twin-Cooled ™ High Output Twin Cam 103 ™. Other new releases 2014 model year - a limited edition factory custom CVO Softail ® Deluxe, restyled Dyna ® Fat Bob ® and the appearance of anti-lock braking system (ABS) standard on all motorcycles family Sportster (except for the Iron 883 ™).

Improvements made ​​in the framework of the project RUSHMORE, subject to the following motorcycles Harley-Davidson 2014 model year: Road King ® Classic, Street Glide ®, Electra Glide ® Ultra Classic ®, Electra Glide ® Ultra Limited ®, Tri Glide ® Ultra Classic ®, CVO Ultra Limited ® and CVO Road King ®.

What else awaits fans of the brand in 2014 model year?

• Style Dark Custom, which is maintained bike Fat Bob, now is a little different from the traditional style of Harley-Davidson: he has become more "alive". Among the key elements of the new design - the new sloping rear wing with two recessed deep into the circular marker lamps. Black chrome replaced wherever possible: on the motor housing and air cleaner housings on the rear shock absorbers and cross arms, on a round pad lights, and console housing the battery. Aluminium Slotted Disc Wheels were powder coated black with a stripe on the rim and is made laser engraved logo of Harley-Davidson.
• In 2014 model year, anti-lock braking system (ABS) became standard on all motorcycles family Sportster (except for the Iron 883 ™). The family also received a new Sportster controls on the steering wheel, new brake components and system HD ® Smart Security System with remote control.
• The family of motorcycles produced in limited series CVO ™ replenished in 2014 model year motorcycle Softail ® Deluxe - custom-tourer premium equipped with a removable windshield, navigation system, LED headlamp Daymaker LED, removable wardrobe trunks and powerful engine Screamin 'Eagle with a displacement of 110 cubic inches, which is a characteristic feature of motorcycles CVO. CVO ™ Road King ® motorcycle and super-premium CVO ™ Ultra Limited ® back in business - this time with new features and improvements in the project RUSHMORE. Featuring a bold design chopper CVO ™ Breakout ® Softail ® is now available with three new bright color schemes.
• Motor Twin Cam 103 ™ now comes standard on all Harley-Davidson motorcycles and families Dyna Softail ®. Engineers at Harley-Davidson, together with specialists of the project RUSHMORE specially modified the new engine High Output Twin Cam 103 ™ so as to improve its dynamics. With the new camshaft optimizes traction on the "lower classes", and a new air filter housing high-flux motor High Output Twin Cam 103 in touring configuration develops increased by 5% more torque than the standard engine Twin Cam 103 ™. The result was a radical improvement of the dynamics in fifth gear in a range of speeds from 100 to 130 km / h Power margin allows you to perform rapid overtaking on time and return to your lane or the confidence to overcome the long ascent, even with a passenger and an impressive stock of luggage on board. A new air filter housing leaves more room for the right leg and the rider improves its counter-current flow of air. Engine High Output Twin Cam 103 is standard on motorcycles Harley-Davidson Road King ® Classic and Street Glide ® 2014 model year.
• Engine Twin-Cooled ™ High Output Twin Cam 103 ™: specially designed for harsh road conditions, the new engine Twin-Cooled ™ High Output Twin Cam 103 ™ will be available in the Ultra Limited ®, Electra Glide ® Ultra Classic ® and Tri Glide ™ Ultra Classic ® 2014 model year. The combination of air-cooled and liquid-cooled precision allows the engine Twin-Cooled High Output 103 demonstrate exceptional performance in the most challenging and difficult circumstances. The compression ratio is equal to 10:1, increased power and fuel efficiency. Engine Twin-Cooled High Output 103 develops increased by 10.7% and maximum torque increased by 10.6% maximum power, compared with the standard Twin Cam 103 engine. The cooling liquid circulates in the cylinder head around the exhaust valve, and then flows into the heat exchangers disposed at the left and right sides of the lower cowl. The operation of the cooling system thermostat controls, and for the circulation of the coolant pump electric charge. Engine Twin-Cooled High Output 103 also provides the driver and passenger a high level of thermal comfort in extreme conditions such as traffic jams in high ambient temperatures. Due to the low temperature of the cylinder head and the improved form of the air cleaner housing and the lower part of the fairing improved flow of cool air to the driver and passenger.
• New hydraulic clutch all touring bikes and trikes 2014 model year, with the exception of Road King Classic, got a new hydraulic clutch. Thus, even the best, stiffer spring clutch, the force on the lever will remain at the same level with the models, which have cable drive mechanism. Clutch does not require periodic adjustments and service, ensures a constant effort under all operating conditions and for the life of the motorcycle. Tri Glide Ultra Classic 2014 model year received a new clutch mechanism with A & S. This mechanism has a utility function, which increases the operating pressure of the hydraulic drive when the need arises, but it remains at a low level of force required to press the clutch lever. Another function of the mechanism of A & S - slippage. It gives smoother downshifting and engine braking. The force required to push the clutch lever on the Tri Glide, reduced by 23%.
• Antilock Braking System Reflex ™: all touring motorcycles Harley-Davidson 2014 model year will be equipped with anti-lock Reflex ™ with dynamic electronic communication with the brakes as standard. This system combines the functions of anti-lock brakes with Electronic Brake-force Distribution dynamic between the front and rear brakes. Electronic communication with the brakes start to work when the motorcycle speed exceeds 40 km / h During braking on a low speed front and rear brake mechanisms operate independently. When electronic communication with the brakes is active, pressing the front brake lever or rear brake pedal braking force will be filed in the front and rear brakes in the proportion which the system defines itself Reflex ™ to optimize braking performance. Reflex ™ system with a dynamic electronic communication with the brakes includes anti-lock system, which helps to keep control of the motorcycle during braking, especially in conditions far from ideal. Antilock Braking System Reflex ™ with dynamic electronic communication with the brakes is standard on motorcycles Electra Glide Ultra Classic, Ultra Limited, Road King Classic and Street Glide 2014 model year.
• Brake system with dynamic electronic communications for Tri Glide Ultra Classic: installed on the new Tri Glide Ultra Classic braking system with dynamic electronic communications allows the driver to use both front and rear brakes by pressing the rear brake pedal. This is achieved by activation of the two pistons each of the new six-piston front brake calipers at the rear brake pedal is pressed. Thus, the reaction of the brake system on the rear brake pedal is improved by more than 30%. When the driver presses the front brake lever, rear brake mechanisms remain uncommitted, that allows the front brake mechanisms operate independently from the rear. In the new system, parking brake Tri Glide Ultra Classic to activate the parking brake brakes on the rear wheels used pedal, located near the driver's left foot.
• LED light Daymaker ™ LED: LED light Daymaker LED and LED fog lights provide a powerful Daymaker LED focused light. The bright white beam close in the spectrum to daylight and is clearly visible in a traffic stream. Farah Daymaker equipped with two D-shaped lenses: beam lens provides wide beam illuminating the road directly in front of the motorcycle, and separate high beam searchlight lens sends forth a focused beam of very bright light, surely scatter the darkness. LED light Daymaker LED is fitted as standard equipment on the following motorcycles Harley-Davidson 2014 model year: Electra Glide Ultra Classic, Ultra Limited and Tri Glide Ultra Classic.
• Dual halogen light: while new dual beam halogen headlight significantly outperforms conventional single-element halogen lamp as the light beam remains active, which increases the overall brightness of the light. In dual beam halogen headlights also has a longer range and beam width than the LED lights Daymaker LED, halogen lamp but does not have the brightness and whiteness of light, which is inherent in LED headlight. At the respective models of motorcycles in addition to the dual halogen lamp mounted halogen fog lights. Dual halogen lamp is fitted as standard equipment on the following motorcycles Harley-Davidson 2014 model year: Road King Classic and Street Glide.
• Improved front suspension: all touring motorcycles Harley-Davidson 2014 model year received updated front suspension components, including feathers larger diameter front forks and traverse increased rigidity. This makes the bike more responsive reaction at the helm. The diameter of the pen front fork increased from 43.1 mm to 49 mm (14%). The steering column has received increased bearings. Damping properties of the suspension have been greatly improved, making the bike move more smoothly when driving on uneven road surfaces fine.

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H-D Sportster becomes ... Enduro

A talented engineer, and a big fan of Harley-Davidson Motor Jim Carducci has created perhaps the most unusual motorcycle dual purpose. Taking the engine Harley-Davidson Sportster, Carducci built around a real custom-enduro.

In addition to the love of enduro motorcycles and motorcycle engines of the legendary brand of Milwaukee, Jim drew inspiration from the BMW GS and KTM 950, located in a private garage. Having bought a Harley-Davidson Sportster 100th Anniversary in 2003 as a donor, the engineer started the development of the geometry of the chassis, wheels and suspension, body position, and the driver of the engine within the frame. All operations on the design of a new motorcycle Carducci done by computer simulation, and then built a polystyrene-scale 3D-model of the bike.

Jim's drawings on computer-controlled machines were machined pendulum traverse. Also, engineer-to-order fabricated a new frame and sub-frame, and also a lot of small parts - windshield mount and the GPS-navigator, protecting the headlights.

Among Corbin, known for its gelevyemymi seats, for his project, Jim ordered a unique "saddle". Sportster engine was pumped 1,250 cc kit from NRHS and camshafts Andrews N4. Suspension components developer also took only the best - Öhlins. 18th and 21th wheels are the result of the merger of components from such famous firms as Buchanan's Spoke & Rim, Sun, and Talon. The exhaust system is made by Supertrapp.

After two and a half years of work on the project, the bike Carducci Dual Sport SC3 Adventure completed. But Jim Carducci continues to improve his creation, trying to make it more powerful and easier. In the near future engineer is going to team up with several dealers Harley-Davidson, through their network to take orders for the construction of the unusual custom-enduro.

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Pope did not come into HOG

Pope Francis were given four motorcycles Harley-Davidson. Luxury Present was part of a ceremony celebrating the 110th anniversary of the brand, including the past and in the Eternal City, during which the pontiff blessed the guests to the Vatican 35,000 motorcyclists.

However, contrary to expectations, the pictures of the Pope on the bike and did not appear. Harley-Davidson, donated to the Holy See, soon will be replaced by the owner. Two of them will be auctioned and the proceeds from their sale will be donated to a charitable organization. The remaining two will be transferred to the police Harley of Rome. They will be applied symbolism government of Italy and the Vatican, and they will be used to escort dignitaries visiting the visit of the Holy See.

It is noteworthy that in the ceremony of transfer of police motorcycles were personally involved two descendants of the founders of the legendary American brand.

All four motorcycles donated by Francis - Model Road King Police. Such Harley used the American police.

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Harley Davidson The Brand Legend Video

Emotional video of the legendary American mark. He imagines, historical moments, the models that they have made the history in a video that describes the history about American brand and the passion that tutt' ’today it passes on to the thousands of lovers scattered for the world.

The video has been realised by Jerry Chater.

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Harley-Davidson names Keith E. Wandell President

Keith Wandell has been named Harley-Davidson's new President and CEO, taking the place of James Ziemer. Wendell joins The Motor Company by way of fellow Milwaukee-based automotive supplier Johnson Controls, where he'll remain in his current role as President and COO until the end of April. Financial news institutions seem generally pleased with the appointment, which is good since H-D's currently experiencing some of the worst market conditions in its 106-year history. Somewhat shockingly, Wandell does not currently own a motorcycle, a fact we're certain will be quickly rectified.


Also starting on May 1 will be Enrico D'Onofrio, who will take the reigns at MV Agusta, the Italian motorcycle maker that was recently purchased by Harley-Davidson. D'Onofrio had previously held the role of CFO at cross-town rival Ducati - which definitely sounds promising - and will take over for Matthew Levatich, who will now serve as COO at H-D. Quite the management shake-up, no? Mind-numbingly boring press release after the break.

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Electromotorcycle in style Harley-Davidson

This concept of electromotorcycle, called to remind on appearance to the technician under legendary name Harley-Davidson, has been presented by recently French designer Nicolas Petit.

An electromotorcycle in style Harley-Davidson the Author of the project has set for itself an ambitious problem to connect such at first sight a little that the general having things as powerful style Harley-Davidson to the electromotor.


Concept has received name Trunk. And in spite of the fact that on design of the case it, in general, can be considered reminding "HD" style, with the motor clear business a total failure – neither hallows, nor the moment, even a habitual nobly rolling sound.

Some technical characteristics of concept, which author, by the way, has already created not only on a paper, but also in a reality: the maximum speed of 130 km/h, dispersal to 50 km/h for 3,5 seconds. Ability to move without additional charge in a city mode on an extent till five o'clock. Disk brakes both in front, and behind (diameter 320mm with 4-piston supports and diameter 310mm with 2-piston supports accordingly). Wheels of 17 radiuses, rubber of 120/70-17 and 180/55-17 accordingly. A course of a forward suspension bracket – 140mm, diameter – 40mm. An aluminium frame.

For motor actuating lithium-ionic the battery is used. Gymnastics time – for 4 hours on 80 %, for 6 hours on 100 %. It is calculated on 4,5 thousand recharges. Motorcycle weight – 200 kg. Wheel base – 1480mm. Seat height – 760mm.

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First rendezvous with Harley-Davidson XR1200 Trophy 2009 to Varan

Standing ovation for the first rendezvous in circuit of Harley-Davidson Italy. To Varan dè Melegari in province of Parma has concluded in this first Sunday in April the holiday The Legend On Tour that has held the first competition 2009 of the trophy monomark XR1200 Trophy.

So many people the lovers suited the works and curious attracted at the colours rejoicing and sound of the Milwaukee motion. A week-end of passion that has counted over 5.000 presence in spite of the inclement time in the Saturday day. The challenge on the XR1200 it has been the plate strong with the weekend: here is how it has gone.


In Pro-Class competition 1, Fabrizio Perotti followed by Luca Pedersoli and Luca Pini joins firstly the finishing line;, after the technical verifications post-competition, it is still judged the motion of not conformable Pedersoli to the rule and for this squialificata. Paolo Blora rises so to the third put and his motion “113 ″.

In the second manche Pro-Class Luca Pedersoli, Fabrizio Perotti and Sebastiano Zerbo leave well. To the third circle an unrestrained Alexander Traversaro fallen on competition 1, passes Zerbo and is placed in third position. The first four take the rest of the group and carry ahead with scowl their battle. The competition concludes with Fabrizio Perotti in first position, Alexander Traversaro second and Luca Pedersoli third; as in competition 1 nevertheless, Pedersoli scqualificato leaves the lowest step of the podium Sebastiano Zerbo.

In the class Challenger, the trio that opens competition 1 is seen to the first place by the pilot of house Roberto Demaldè, according to Fabio Balucani and third Roberto Poggi. Subsequently Balucani passes to the order with an overtaking from manual and fights to maintain the first position. Circle Demaldè and Hillocks follow it per second. In the following circles Fausto Duci and Nicola Ruggiero fight for the third position with Demaldè. Flag to squares for Fabio Balucani who closes in first position, Roberto Poggi in second and Nicola Ruggiero in third.

In competition 2 Challenger, to the first curves they impose on themselves in the group Roberto Demaldè, Fausto Duci and Fabio Balucani. Undergone after Demaldè it goes out of the competition and Emanuele Frosi penetrates into the rose of the first three, trying the hooking in top. The last competition of the day will conclude with Fabio Balucani in first position, Roberto Poggi in second and Fausto Duci in third, after the overtaking on the wool thread to the Frosi damages. The Chiefs' exclusion will deliver the third step of the podium to Frosi.

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Harley-Davidson from ice

In the USA in connection with returning of cold weather it has been decided to use this time with advantage, including in the motorcycle world. So there was ice "Harley". Harley-Davidson from ice the Known author Tom Kjuoff (Tom Queoff), the captain of a national team on creation of ice and snow sculptures, and also the bronze medallist of Winter Olympic games in Nakano of 1998, has created a monument to device Harley-Davidson XR1200 from ice.


The sculptural composition representing a motorcycle flying up on a slope with the big piece of ice with keen edges in a back part (symbolising either a sheaf of sparks, or mad power of "Harley"), has been built all for three days at minus temperature only by hands, a hammer and other make-shifts. An ice monument to a motorcycle have put directly before recently opened museum Harley-Davidson in Milwaukee. And in a museum the exposition telling about process of creation of a masterpiece, and also about the model which have served by a prototype for this monument has taken places. Ice "Harley" will stand at a museum up to returning of warm weather, roughly speaking, will not thaw yet.

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