In July 2001, Harley-Davidson released VRSCA V-Rod. What type of engine does this motorcycle have?
The Awesome Harley - Davidson Liquid-cooled engine. This bike was released on July 13, 2001. It has the first ever watercooled engine. This motorcycle weighs in at 595.7 lbs., has electronic sequential port fuel injection, and holds 3.7 gallons of fuel. :bigsmiley14:
In 1957, Harley-Davidson created the bike that would boost them to stardom. This bike design is still in existence today. What is the name of this bike?
The Sportster. In 1957, Harley-Davidson created the Sportster. This bike is the most favored design ever created by Harley-Davidson. Harley-Davidson combined the design of both bikes in 1991 to create the Sportster Lowrider. This bike was mainly designed for cruising, but a word of advice, don't try to out race this bike. This bike rivals all bikes that have been manufactured by Harley-Davidson. The only changes that have been made through the years on this model cycle, is the speed of its engine.
In 1948, Harley-Davidson created yet another motorcycle. This cycle sported a new 74 cu in. engine with hydraulic valve lifters and aluminum heads. What is the name of this bike? :newsmile057:
Panhead. In 1948, Harley-Davidson motorcycles were on the rise, everyone wanted one. The company decided to create the Panhead. By doing this they proved that they could and would keep their customers happy. At the end of 1948, they had produced 31,163 Panhead motorcycles.
In 1953, Harley-Davidson's oldest competitor closed its doors. What was the name of their competition?:newsmile026:
Indian. The Indian Motorcycle Company, was a fierce competitor. However, after the Great Depression and the two World Wars, they could no longer manage to keep their business on the rise. Once Indian closed its doors for business, they ultimately made Harley-Davidson the biggest manufacturer of motorcycles.
In 1936, Harley-Davidson manufactured a cycle that had a 61 cu in. overhead valve engine. What nickname did the company give this bike?:taunt
Knucklehead. After the Great Depression, Harley-Davidson created an EL model bike, that was also known as the Knucklehead. They produced 9,812 of these cool cycles. This bike is considered to be a must have for Harley-Davidson collectors.