Harley-Davidson draws a line on the V-Rod

After 15 years of loyal service but declining results (232 registrations last year), the V-Rod launched in 2001 left the Harley-Davidson range. Supported in 2008 by a V-Rod Muscle version, the first Harley model equipped with a liquid-cooled engine became more collector than ever: there were 60 left in French dealerships !

Notice to enthusiasts: the last 60 examples of Harley-Davidson V-Rod are available until the end of September 2016. Presented as the "first American power cruiser, halfway between dragster and custom", the V-Rod has "shaken up the habits of brand purists and at the same time marked the arrival of new customers ", estimates the American manufacturer who has sold a little less than 5000 copies in France since its release. Last year, only French bikers had seduced out of a total of .

Its 60 ° V-twin engine designed in partnership with Porsche’s R&D department, first of 1130 and then of 1250 cc, was the first liquid-cooled in the Milwaukee range. Two versions are available until the end of the month: the Night Rod and the Muscle (read our).

This withdrawal announces the imminent arrival of a new "muscular" 100% made in Milwaukee, insofar as Harley now has engine bases powerful enough to develop its own Power Cruiser like the new one (8 valves, 1745 cc, 100×111.1 mm)? To follow naturally on MNC: stay connected !

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