Is the V-Rod a true Harley Davidson characteristic?
The former may be a true Harley characteristic, but times are a changing. The V-Rod is probably what the big Jap four should have built. Instead they were too concerned with mimicking existing Harley’s. H-D have now, themselves, developed a fast, reliable, good handling sports cruiser that has suddenly reached a whole new audience.
When did the Harley Davidson VRSCA V Rod come out?
Harley-Davidson VRSCB V-Rod: launched in 2003 – black frame and rear shocks plus other minor colour changes about £1000 cheaper than the Harley-Davidson VRSCA V-Rod. 3 owners have reviewed their HARLEY-DAVIDSON V-ROD (2001-on) and rated it in a number of areas. Read what they have to say and what they like and dislike about the bike below.
What’s the name of the first Harley Davidson rod?
Harley goes high-tech after decades of just updating their lovable antiques. The Harley-Davidson VRSCA V-Rod was the first of Harley’s VRSC ‘Rod’ family. The Harley-Davidson VRSCA V-Rod’s water cooling, loads of power, handling that could embarrass a badly ridden sportsbike and brakes that stop fast were totally novel on a Harley.
Do you want people to look at your V-Rod?
If you want people to look at you (Wozza), then check out the V-Rod. The respect this beast commands and deserves far outweighs its contemporaries. You catch yourself admiring your reflection in shop windows, and purposefully cruising to places where people will stop and stare in awe.
When did the Harley Davidson V Rod come out?
Harley-Davidson rocked the motorcycling world when it unveiled the revolutionary V-Rod performance custom for 2002. It was the first production Harley-Davidson with liquid cooling and, at about 105 rear-wheel horsepower, its performance went well beyond that of the typical 65 horsepower air-cooled big twin.
What kind of bodywork does a Harley Davidson V Rod have?
The V-Rod also generated a real kick in the midrange. Finally, its stunning stainless bodywork and disc wheels meant that it was unlike any styling scheme ever to come out of the Motor Company.
What kind of suspension does a Harley Davidson Evoluzione have?
Yet greater throttle response, more power, air suspension, and the gorgeous bodywork make for a fast, tight ride, and earth-shaking styling aboard the 2004 Harley-Davidson V-Rod Evoluzione.
What are the different versions of the V Rod?
Various versions have been built including the Night Rod, Street Rod, Screamin’ Eagle, and V-Rod Muscle. Part of the design brief for the V Rod was to create a frame that was a work of art as well as of engineering.