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2007 VRSC MOTORCYCLES DELIVER POWER AND PERFORMANCE PEAKS The VRSC motorcycle family continues to make its own Harley-Davidson history in 2007 with the introduction of two powerful new models, 18.9 litre fuel tanks on all family models, a wide 240 mm tyre on three models and significant styling and technological enhancements to all. The new blacked-out VRSCDX Night Rod Special with its long and low street styling and the drag inspired VRSCX, each add their own unique character to the VRSC family. The Night Rod Special is the menacing relation of the award-winning V-Rod, while the VRSCX is a powerful limited-edition model celebrating the championship-winning Harley-Davidson Screamin’ Eagle/Vance & Hines NHRA Pro Stock Motorcycle drag race team. Adding two new models along with major performance, functional and design upgrades across the VRSC family takes these motorcycles to an entirely new level of power and style. The VRSC family becomes even more versatile in response to valuable input from both customers and the marketplace. Harley-Davidson VRSC motorcycles combine true custom styling with state-of-the-art performance technology. VRSC is distinctive Harley-Davidson with its liquid-cooled, 60-degree Revolution V-Twin engine and steel perimeter frame with hydroformed main rails. The VRSC line rides with the same competitive drive that led the Vance & Hines/Screamin’ Eagle V-Rod to the 2004 and 2005 NHRA Pro Stock Bike Drag Racing Championships. The Revolution V-Twin engine is rubber-mounted with a single counter-balancer with dual overhead cams, four-valve heads and five-speed transmission. Running to a 9000 rpm redline, the Revolution engine generates 105 Nm to 116 Nm of torque and between 117 and 123 peak horsepower, depending on engine displacement and model. With Electronic Sequential Port Fuel Injection (ESPFI), a steel shell covers the large volume airbox, located where you’d find the fuel tank on most motorcycles, while twin vortex scoops draw air into the radiator shroud. For 2007, all VRSC models are equipped with 18.9 litre fuel tank capacity and consistent ignition switch location, as well as high-performance Brembo brakes, new instruments with a clock and second trip meter, and side stand with an easy-to-reach foot tab. Three models are now equipped with standard 240mm wide rear tyres. The new Harley-Davidson Smart Security System offers hands-free operation courtesy of a proximity sensor that detects the presence of the security fob. VRSCDX Night Rod Special As a new VRSC model and the harder-edged sibling of the Night Rod, the VRSCDX Night Rod Special provides wicked style and performance. With an all black finished 1130cc Revolution powertrain pounding out 121 horsepower and 108 Nm of torque, the VRSCDX Night Rod Special defines the tougher end of the power cruiser segment. Blacked-out components show an edgy attitude that rides on a wide 240mm rear tyre. Keeping the Night Rod Special on the dark side are black features like the frame, forks, triple clamps, swing arm and black machined slotted disc wheels. Taking the theme further are a colour-matched headlight nacelle, brushed straight-shot dual exhaust with black end caps and exhaust shields, and a black-on-black racing stripe paint scheme. An 18.9 litre fuel tank lies under a newly restyled low seat, combined with forward controls and drag style handlebars for a great riding stance. Available in black denim with vivid black racing stripe or vivid black with black denim racing stripe. VRSCDX Night Rod Special features Liquid-cooled, 1130cc Revolution V-Twin engine 121 hp at 8250 rpm / 108 Nm torque at 7000 rpm Revolution engine with all-black finish, highlighted fins and Electronic Sequential Port Fuel Injection Colour matched headlight nacelle New 240mm wide rear tyre 36 degree fork angle 49mm custom forks Brembo triple-disc brakes Black steel hydroformed frame Black machined slotted disc 18” rear wheel and 19” front wheel with orange pin striping Blacked-out mirrors, rear shocks and controls Black-on-black racing stripe paint scheme 18.9 litre under-seat fuel tank High performance carbon fibre final drive belt Brushed straight-shot dual exhaust with black end caps and Low 640mm seat height Lowered rear suspension Forward controls with drag style handlebars Enhanced clutch interlock system New Harley-Davidson Smart Security System VRSCX The VRSCX takes it to the track as a new VRSC model honouring the Screamin’ Eagle/Vance & Hines NHRA Pro Stock motorcycle drag race team with a powerful engine and radical styling. A 1250cc Screamin’ Eagle Revolution engine with big-bore cylinders and ported heads provides 123 horsepower and 116 Nm of torque, a significant power and performance increase over the standard 1130cc Revolution V-Twin. A 240mm rear tyre, drag bars, forward controls, a brushed profile laced front wheel, drag flyscreen and unique Screamin’ Eagle paint and decals with a redesigned version of the famous “Number 1” logo, combine to make this motorcycle a winning entry into the VRSC family. An 18.9 litre fuel tank provides long travel range and lies under a drag styled, low seat. Production of this extreme street legal drag bike is limited to 400 units for Europe. VRSCX features Liquid-cooled, 1250cc Revolution V-Twin engine 123 hp at 8000 rpm/ 116 Nm torque at 7000 rpm Electronic Sequential Port Fuel Injection NHRA Screamin’ Eagle/Vance & Hines NHRA Pro Stock Bike flamed orange and silver paint scheme Smoked drag visor windshield 240mm wide rear tyre 36 degree fork angle 49mm custom forks Brembo triple-disc brakes Steel hydroformed frame Silver powdercoat engine with polished covers 19” brushed profile laced front wheel 18” machined slotted disc rear wheel 18.9 litre under-seat fuel cell High performance carbon fibre final drive belt Low 660mm drag styled seat Forward controls with shorter drag style handlebars Enhanced clutch interlock system New Harley-Davidson Smart Security System VRSCAW V-Rod VRSCAW V-Rod features: Liquid-cooled, 1130cc Revolution V-Twin engine 117 hp at 8500 rpm / 105 Nm torque at 6600 rpm Electronic Sequential Port Fuel Injection Two-tone silver and charcoal powder-coated cylinders with chrome covers Chrome slash-cut dual exhaust pipes 36 degree fork angle 49mm forks New 240mm wide rear tyre New ignition switch location High performance carbon fibre final drive belt Brembo triple-disc brakes Braided brake lines Low 660mm seat height Forward controls Black hand controls Silver-leafed aluminium frame with clear coat Welded pull back handlebars Clamshell instrument pod Teardrop reflector-optic headlight 18” machined slotted disc rear wheel, 19” front wheel Clock and dual trip meter Enhanced clutch interlock system New Harley-Davidson Smart Security System VRSCD Night Rod The sinister VRSCD Night Rod continues to keep the VRSC family on the dark side of the street in 2007 with tough styling and bold power. With a raked-out, 36 degree fork angle and mid-mount controls for aggressive cruising, the Night Rod rides in the shadows with colour-matched headlight nacelle, chrome straight-shot dual exhaust, machined slotted disc wheels and blacked-out components. The ergonomics of Night Rod with its mid-mount foot controls suits a wide range of riders. The Revolution V-Twin engine is finished in black powdercoat with highlighted fins and polished covers. An enlarged 18.9 litre fuel tank offering improved range lies under a low seat. Three colour choices include Vivid Black, Yellow Pearl and new Pacific Blue Pearl. VRSCD Night Rod features Liquid-cooled, 1130cc Revolution V-Twin engine 121 hp at 8250 rpm / 108 Nm torque at 7000 rpm Electronic Sequential Port Fuel Injection Black powder-coated engine with highlighted fins and polished covers 36 degree fork angle 49mm forks Brembo triple-disc brakes New 18.9 litre under-seat fuel tank New ignition switch location Steel black powder-coated hydroformed frame High performance carbon fibre final drive belt Adjustable handlebars 18” machined slotted disc rear wheel, 19” front wheel Radiator shroud with twin vortex air scoops Black mirrors, hand controls and springs Round reflector-optic headlight Colour-matched headlight nacelle Chrome, straight-shot dual exhaust Low 660mm seat height Mid-mount controls Clock and dual trip meter Enhanced clutch interlock system New Harley-Davidson Smart Security System VRSCR Street Rod Featuring a sport-tuned suspension and Brembo performance brakes, the VRSCR Street Rod is a muscular roadster with stylish attitude. Mid-mount foot controls and a 40 degree lean angle put the rider in an assertive riding position. Handling and control are precise with a wider and higher handlebar for 2007 offering enhanced control and ergonomically enhanced rear brake lever. With a more aggressive fork angle of 32 degrees and a shorter wheelbase of 1700mm, the Street Rod is an exhilarating motorcycle that allows riders to attack twisty back roads with power and confidence. The 43mm inverted forks and rear shocks have a performance calibration for precise handling. An 1130cc liquid-cooled Revolution V-Twin engine with straight-shot dual exhaust pipes produces 121 horsepower and 108 Nm of torque. Styling and looks now display “high-tech” finishes and radical denim paint, giving riders more options to customise the VRSCR. Offered in five solid colours, including new Pacific Blue Denim and Pewter Denim. VRSCR Street Rod features: Liquid-cooled, 1130cc Revolution V-Twin engine 121 hp at 8250 rpm / 108 Nm torque at 7000 rpm Electronic Sequential Port Fuel Injection Chrome straight-shot dual exhaust pipes 32 degree fork angle 40 degree lean angle 43mm inverted forks Brembo triple-disc brakes Braided brake lines Steel powdercoated hydroformed frame High performance carbon fibre final drive belt Adjustable handlebars Mid-mount foot controls 18” black spoked staggered 10-spoke rear wheel 19” front wheel 18.9 litre under-seat fuel tank Plastic radiator shroud with twin vortex air scoops Teardrop reflector-optic headlight Clock and dual trip meter Enhanced clutch interlock system New Harley-Davidson Smart Security System
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