2009 V-ROD FAMILY VIDEO
The new V-ROD was introduced in 2002 and it is the first bike in this all new family. Harley promises that their will many variations to come. It is a completely bold step for Harley Davidson and it shows again how they can raise the bar against the competition. It's not all looks, this bike also has the technical engineering to back it up. It has a Porsche engineered , 60-degree liquid cool engine 115 hp V-Twin. Yes I said liquid, this is a first for Harley Davidson. It also has a "hydro-formed chassis" this a term you'll start to hear more often, a lot of luxury car makers are now employing this method to improve structural rigidity in a chassis, giving you that really solid and well built feeling.
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 between 74 ft. lbs. to 86 ft. lbs. of torque and between 115 and 123 peak horsepower, depending on engine displacement and model. With Electronic Sequential Port Fuel Injection (ESPFI), an aluminum shell covers the large airbox, while twin vortex scoops draw air into the radiator shroud.
For 2008, all VRSC models are equipped with five-gallon fuel capacity and consistent ignition switch location, as well as high-performance Brembo brakes, instrument display with a clock and second trip meter, and new side stand with an easy-to-reach foot tab. Three models are now equipped with standard 240mm wide rear tires. The Harley-Davidson Smart Security System, featuring new hands-free fob and auto arming/disarming, is optional on all models. With two new models, the VRSC family now presents five exceptional motorcycles.