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Harley-Davidson Fat Boy 2007

Arnold’s choice

I want your clothes, your boots and your motorcycle. ”Arnold Schwarzenegger’s cool appearance in Terminator II was made by the Harley F.at Boy legendary. Arnie is now the elected governor of California and recently even had a motorcycle license. He’ll be happy that the "fat boy" is now even fatter. Thanks to longer strokes, the new Twin Cam 96 engine draws in 96 instead of 88 cubic inches of mixture, resulting in 1584 cm3, which means a 135 cm3 larger displacement.
The dominant bumper V2 looks unchanged. Logically, you don’t see more stroke (space) in it. Just as little six-speed gearbox, narrower toothed belts, lambda sensors in the manifolds and an "active intake-exhaust system". That means a trick for better sound. The on-board computer activates a flap each in the airbox and in the exhaust using servomotors: the upper silencer has a larger passage and is less damp. AT flap limits the gas flow to this "bad boy". Thus, the system keeps intake and exhaust noise low in city traffic and thus in the measurement-relevant area. Nevertheless, the V2 thumps much more dull and robust even when idling. The 1.6 liter engine stomps great. Good vibrations.
The massive mudguards that rightly bear their name make a difference. In the 2007 model, the front tire grew to a stately 140-inch format with an unusual 75-inch cross-section. Suitable for films: the 200 mm rear roller on the six-inch rim. A 17-inch aluminum disc wheel carved from the solid, just like in the front.
It is amazing how easily the 330 kilograms of Milwaukee metal can be tilted. It’s quick in curves the running boards on the collar. Nevertheless, like Arnie, you move on undeterred. You sit casually in the plump, newly quilted saddle only 64.5 centimeters high, grab the thick buffalo horn handlebars (now 1.25 inches in diameter) and enjoy how the entire environment is reflected in the curved chrome circle of the lamp. It can stay that way. You are the boss. Or the US bike, which costs a good 20,000 euros?
120 Newton meters of torque, any questions? That is almost 20 percent power more. 73 hp means riding nine horses more than before. Everything is very smooth, because the speed in the longer sixth now slides even deeper into the cellar. A slim 41 mm fork tinkers behind massive panels, and two spring struts at the rear despite the rigid frame look. It’s already full, the load, not too soft, not hard, neither underdamped nor tight.
Only jump insoles should be left out. Instead, brake in good time: The identical disc brakes at the front and rear require a firm pull and courageous kicks. After all, the clutch is really easy to operate on the 2007 Big Twins. Now even dairy boys without hardened forearms can pull the lever on Arnie’s darling. Hasta la vista, baby! tsr

Technical data Harley-Davidson FLSTF Fat Boy

Engine: air-cooled two-cylinder four-stroke 45-degree V-engine, two chain-driven camshafts below, two valves per cylinder, injection, ø 46 mm, uncontrolled catalytic converter, six-speed gearbox, toothed belt.
Bore x stroke 95.3 x 111.1 mm
Cubic capacity 1584 cm3
Compression ratio 9.2: 1
Rated output 54.0 kW (73 hp) at 5300 rpm
Max. Torque 120 Nm at 3300 rpm

Chassis: double loop frame made of steel, telescopic fork, ø 41 mm, triangular swing arm made of steel, two spring struts, adjustable spring-
basis, front disc brake, ø 292 mm, four-piston fixed caliper, rear disc brake, ø 292 mm, four-piston fixed caliper.
Tires 140/75 R 17; 200/55 R 17

Dimensions and weights: wheelbase 1635 mm, steering head angle 58.0 degrees, caster 147 mm, suspension travel f / h 130/109 mm, seat height 645 mm, empty weight 330 kg, tank capacity / reserve 18.9 / 3.8 liters.

Two year guarantee
Colors different color combinations
Price from 19,895 euros
Additional costs around 450 euros

Technical data Bimota DB5R 1000

Engine: air-cooled two-cylinder four-stroke 90-degree V-engine, one overhead, toothed belt-driven camshaft, two valves per cylinder, desmodromic actuation, wet sump lubrication, injection, ø 45 mm, alternator 520 W, battery 12 V / 10 Ah, mechanically operated multi-plate dry clutch, six-speed gearbox, O-ring chain.
Bore x stroke 94.0 x 71.5 mm
Displacement 992 cm3
Compression ratio 10.5: 1
Nominal power, max. Torque n / a.

Chassis: tubular steel frame, load-bearing motor, upside-down fork, ø 43 mm, adjustable spring base, rebound and compression damping, two-arm swing arm made of steel, central spring strut, directly hinged, adjustable spring base, rebound and compression damping, double disc brake at the front, ø 320 mm, Four-piston fixed calipers, rear disc brake, ø 220 mm, two-piston fixed calipers.
Cast aluminum wheels 3.50 x 17; 5.50 x 17
Tires 120/70 ZR 17; 180/55 ZR 17

Dimensions and weights: wheelbase 1425 mm, steering head angle 66.0 degrees, caster 100 mm, spring travel f / r 120/120 mm, seat height 810 mm, empty weight 160 kg, tank capacity 17.0 liters.
Two year guarantee
Colors white / red
Price 26,490 euros
Additional costs 500 euros

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