Thursday, June 2, 2016

Harley Davidson FXCWC Rocker C (2011)



With breakthrough design features like a rear fender mounted directly to the swingarm and no visible fender supports, the Rocker C motorcycle is a slammed, sleek and stylish stunner straight from the factory. Chromed out from front to back, it faithfully reproduces the authentic lines of rigid-suspension customs, but delivers a modern, comfortable ride. Designed to turn heads, the Rocker C model boasts style elements like a color-matched frame and swingarm, dual, staggered shorty exhaust, LED stop/turn/tail lights, a raked-out front fork and ultra-wide rear tire. Perhaps its most notable feature, though, is the innovative solo-style Trick™ seat, which conceals struts and a passenger pillion to convert to two-up riding whenever the opportunity presents itself. Add in the exclusive ghost flame paint scheme, and the availability of anti-lock brakes with the new Security Package option, and you have an unbeatable combination of style and function.

Harley-Davidson FXCWC Rocker C Model Highlights

NEW Security Package option including factory-installed Harley-Davidson Smart Security System with hands-free fob and Anti-Lock Braking System (ABS)
NEW Hand controls with fewer wires
NEW Odometer trip switch
NEW Single button hazzard warning
NEW Larger odometer readout with gear and RPM display
o Black powder-coated powertrain with chrome covers
o Chrome exhaust with dual staggered shorty mufflers
o Polished, Cast Aluminum Tapered Five Spoke wheels
o 240 mm rear tire
o Finned cast-aluminum oil tank
o Trick two-in-one seat with concealed passenger pillion
o Chrome adjustable independent internally-wired V-Bar, set in two-piece 5-inch curved riser
o Console-mounted speed shop style speedometer
o Color-matched frame, swingarm and oil tank
o Chrome bullet headlight and fork lowers
o Skinny custom front fender
o Rockertail rear section
o LED brake, turn and tailights
o Deluxe pinstripe flames paint scheme

Key Harley-Davidson FXCWC Rocker C Key Features


With breakthrough design features like a rear fender mounted directly to the swingarm and no visible fender supports, the Rocker™ C motorcycle is a slammed, sleek and stylish stunner straight from the factory that looks and rides like nothing before it. Chromed out from front to back, it faithfully reproduces the authentic lines of rigid-suspension customs, but delivers a modern, comfortable ride.

Designed to turn heads, the Rocker C model boasts style elements like a color-matched frame and swingarm, dual, staggered shorty exhaust, LED stop/turn/tail lights, a raked-out front fork and ultra-wide rear tire. The Rocker C is everything people said a stock Harley-Davidson model couldn't be.
Perhaps its most notable feature, though, is the innovative solo-style Trick seat, which conceals struts and a passenger pillion to convert to two-up riding whenever the opportunity presents itself.

Add it the exclusive ghost flame paint scheme, and the availability of anti-lock brakes with the new Security Package option, and you have a combination of style and function that beats any custom-style chopper on the market.



o Rigid-mounted, counter-balanced Twin Cam 96B V-Twin engine with Electronic Sequential Port Fuel Injection (ESPFI)
o 6-Speed Cruise Drive Transmission
o Horseshoe oil tank
o Forward foot controls
o 4.9 gallon fuel tank

Specifications
U.S. MSRP - Vivid Black $19,499 (Deluxe). Solids $19,874 (Deluxe)

DIMENSIONS
Length 95.0 in. (2413 mm)
Overall Width 35.1 in. (892 mm)
Overall Height 46.0 in. (1168 mm)
Seat Height:
• Laden2 25.2 in. (640 mm)
• Unladen 27.4 in. (696 mm)

Ground Clearance 5.1 in. (130.0 mm)
Rake (steering head) 36°
Fork Angle 37°
Trail 6.2 in. (157 mm)
Wheelbase 69.2 in. (1758 mm)
Tires (Dunlop® Harley-Davidson Series, bias blackwall front and radial blackwall rear):
• Front – D408F 90/90-19
• Rear – D407 240/40R18

Fuel Capacity 4.9 gal. (18.5 L) (warning light at approximately 1.0 gal.)
Oil Capacity (w/filter) 3.5 qts. (3.3 L)
Transmission Capacity 1.0 qts.
Primary Chain
Case Capacity3 1.0 qts.
Weight:
• As Shipped 686 lbs. (311.0 kg)
• In Running Order 717 lbs. (325.0 kg)
• Gross Vehicle Weight Rating 1175 lbs. (533.0 kg)
• Gross Axle Weight Rating:
• Front 415 lbs. (188.0 kg)
• Rear 760 lbs. (345.0 kg)

ENGINE
Engine4 Air-cooled, Twin Cam 96BTM
Valves Pushrod-operated, overhead valves with hydraulic, self-adjusting lifters; two valves per cylinder
Bore x Stroke 3.75 in. x 4.38 in. (95.3 mm x 111.3 mm)
Displacement 96 cu. in. (1584 cc)
Compression Ratio 9.2:1
Fuel System4 Electronic Sequential Port Fuel Injection (ESPFI)
Air Cleaner Paper, washable
Lubrication System Pressurized, dry-sump

DRIVETRAIN
Primary Drive Chain, 34/46 ratio
Final Drive Belt, 32/66 ratio
Clutch Multi-plate, wet
Transmission 6-Speed Cruise Drive®
U.S. Gear Ratios (overall):
• 1st 9.311
• 2nd 6.454
• 3rd 4.793
• 4th 3.882
• 5th 3.307
• 6th 2.79

CHASSIS
Frame Mild steel tubular frame; rectangular section backbone; stamped, cast, and forged junctions; forged fender supports; MIG welded
Swingarm Mild steel, round tube sections, forged junctions; MIG welded
Front Forks 49 mm telescopic
Rear Shocks Hidden, horizontal-mounted, coil-over
Wheels5: Polished, 5-spoke Cast Aluminum
• Front 19 in. x 2.15 in. (483 mm x 55 mm)
• Rear 18 in. x 8 in. (457 mm x 203 mm)
Brakes:
• Caliper Type 4-piston front and 2-piston rear
• Rotor Type (diameter x width): Patented, uniform expansion rotors
• Front 11.5 in. x .2 in. (292 mm x 5 mm)
• Rear 11.5 in. x .23 in. (292 mm x 6 mm)
• Anti-lock Braking System (option) Available
Suspension Travel:
• Front Wheel 5 in. (127 mm)
• Rear Wheel 3.1 in. (79 mm)

PERFORMANCE
Engine Torque6 (per SAE J1349):
• North America 92.2 ft. lbs. @ 3000 RPM (125 Nm @ 3000 RPM)
Lean Angle:
• Right 26.8°
• Left 26.8°
Fuel Economy7
(EPA urban/highway test)
35/54 mpg (6.70/4.40 L/100 km)

ELECTRIC
Battery (per Battery Council International Rating)
Sealed, maintenance-free, 12V, 19-amp/hour, 270 cca
Charging Three-phase, 38-amp system (439W @ 13V, 2000 RPM, 489W max power @ 13V)
Starting 1.2 kW electric with solenoid shift starter motor engagement
Lights (as per country regulation):
• Headlamp (quartz halogen) 55-watt low beam, 60-watt high beam
• Stop/Turn/Tail Lights Integrated LED
• Turn Signal Lights 28W (21W) self-canceling
• Indicator Lamps - High beam, neutral, low oil pressure, turn signals, engine diagnostics, security system8 (optional), 6-speed, low fuel warnings

COLOR OPTIONS
Solids

• Vivid Black Deluxe
• Scarlet Red Deluxe
• Cool Blue Pearl Deluxe
• Black Denim Deluxe

Harley Davidson FLSTSB Cross Bones (2011)



With an authenticity that could only come from Harley-Davidson, the Cross Bones combines the pure styling of a historic bobber with modern power and technology. Harkening back to a time when returning soldiers stripped parts off their bikes for performance, and sought fat gas tanks to ride across the country, everything about the Cross Bones is true. Starting with the Springer front end, chopped front fender and laced wheels, all the way through the sprung solo seat and deluxe, slash-cut exhaust, the styling inspires thoughts of rugged, empty backroads. The distinctive, authentic look also boasts a smooth ride powered by the 1584 cc, counter-balanced Twin Cam 96B engine and 6-Speed Cruise Drive Transmission.
 
Harley-Davidson FLSTSB Cross Bones Model Highlights
NEW Hand controls with fewer wires
NEW Odometer trip switch
NEW Single button hazzard warning
NEW Larger odometer readout with gear and RPM display
o Fuel tank sender for accurate fuel-level readings
o Black powder-coated powertrain with polished covers
o Deluxe exhaust with slash-cut mufflers
o Gloss-black painted Springer front end with chrome springs
o Laced Steel wheels with gloss-black rims
o 200 mm rear tire
o Black headlamp shell
o Oil tank with Willie G. signed skull graphic
o Gloss-black cat-eye tank console with retro speedometer face
o Gloss-black mini ape-hanger handlebar
o Half-round footboards
o Sprung solo seat
o Gloss-black round air cleaner cover
o Chopped front fender
o Bobtail rear fender with black supports

Key Harley-Davidson FLSTSB Cross Bones Key Features
With an authenticity that could only come from Harley-Davidson, the Cross Bones® combines the pure styling of an historic bobber with modern power and technology.

Harkening back to a time when returning soldiers stripped parts off their bikes for performance, and sought fat gas tanks to ride across the country, everything about the Cross Bones is true. Starting with the Springer® front end, chopped front fender and laced wheels, all the way through the sprung solo seat and deluxe, slash-cut exhaust, the styling inspires thoughts of rugged, empty backroads.

But that distinctive, authentic look also boasts a smooth ride powered by the 1584 cc, counter-balanced Twin Cam 96B® engine and 6-Speed Cruise Drive® transmission. Form and function blend in a way that is truly and uniquely Harley-Davidson.

o Rigid-mounted, counter-balanced Twin Cam 96B™ V-Twin engine with Electronic Sequential Port Fuel Injection (ESPFI)
o 6-Speed Cruise Drive® Transmission
o Horseshoe oil tank
o Five-gallon fuel tank
o Optional Harley-Davidson® Smart Security System with hands-free security fob

Specifications
U.S. MSRP - Vivid Black $16,999. Solids $17,374

DIMENSIONS
Length 90.5 in. (2299 mm)
Overall Width 38.1 in. (968 mm)
Overall Height 52.6 in. (1336 mm)
Seat Height:
• Laden2 26.6 in. (676 mm)
• Unladen 30.1 in. (765 mm)
Ground Clearance 4.9 in. (124 mm)
Rake (steering head) 32.5°
Fork Angle 24.2°
Trail 6.3 in. (160 mm)
Wheelbase 64.5 in. (1638 mm)
Tires (Dunlop® Harley-Davidson Series, bias blackwall front and radial blackwall rear):
• Front – D402F MT90B16 72H
• Rear – D401 200/55R17 78V
Fuel Capacity 5.0 gal. (18.9 L)
(warning light at approximately 1.0 gal.)
Oil Capacity (w/filter) 3.5 qts. (3.3 L)
Transmission Capacity 1.0 qts.
Primary Chain
Case Capacity3
1.0 qts.
Weight:
• As Shipped 700 lbs. (318.0 kg)
• In Running Order 731 lbs. (332.0 kg)
• Gross Vehicle Weight Rating 1150 lbs. (522.0 kg)
• Gross Axle Weight Rating:
• Front 426 lbs. (193.0 kg)
• Rear 724 lbs. (328.0 kg)

ENGINE
Engine4 Air-cooled, Twin Cam 96BTM
Valves Pushrod-operated, overhead valves with hydraulic, self-adjusting lifters; two valves per cylinder
Bore x Stroke 3.75 in. x 4.38 in. (95.3 mm x 111.3 mm)
Displacement 96 cu. in. (1584 cc)
Compression Ratio 9.2:1
Fuel System4 Electronic Sequential Port Fuel Injection (ESPFI)
Air Cleaner Fiber element, washable
Lubrication System Pressurized, dry-sump

DRIVETRAIN
Primary Drive Chain, 34/46 ratio
Final Drive Belt, 32/66 ratio
Clutch Multi-plate, wet
Transmission 6-Speed Cruise Drive®
U.S. Gear Ratios (overall):
• 1st 9.311
• 2nd 6.454
• 3rd 4.793
• 4th 3.882
• 5th 3.307
• 6th 2.79

CHASSIS
Frame Mild steel tubular frame; rectangular section backbone; stamped, cast, and forged junctions; forged fender supports; MIG welded
Swingarm Mild steel, round tube sections, forged junctions; MIG welded
Front Forks Black leading link for Springer® model
Rear Shocks Hidden, horizontal-mounted, coil-over
Wheels5: Black, Laced Steel
• Front 16 in. x 3 in. (406 mm x 76 mm)
• Rear 17 in. x 6 in. (432 mm x 152 mm)
Brakes:
• Caliper Type Single-piston front and 2-piston rear
• Rotor Type (diameter x width): Patented, uniform expansion rotors
• Front 11.5 in. x .2 in. (292 mm x 5 mm)
• Rear 11.5 in. x .23 in. (292 mm x 6 mm)
Suspension Travel:
• Front Wheel 3.8 in. (97 mm)
• Rear Wheel 3.6 in. (91 mm)

PERFORMANCE
Engine Torque6 (per SAE J1349):
• North America 93.7 ft. lbs. @ 3000 RPM (127 Nm @ 3000 RPM)
Lean Angle:
• Right 27.2°
• Left 27.7°

Fuel Economy7
(EPA urban/highway test)
35/54 mpg (6.70/4.40 L/100 km)

ELECTRIC
Battery (per Battery Council International Rating)
Sealed, maintenance-free 12V, 19-amp/hour, 270 cca
Charging Three-phase, 38-amp system (439W @ 13V, 2000 RPM, 489W max power @ 13V)
Starting 1.2 kW electric with solenoid shift starter motor engagement
Lights (as per country regulation):
• Headlamp (quartz halogen) 55-watt low beam, 60-watt high beam
• Tail/Stop Lights 8W/28W (5W/21W)
• Turn Signal Lights 28W (21W) self-canceling
• Indicator Lamps - High beam, front fender running lights, neutral, low oil pressure, turn signals,
engine diagnostics, security system8 (optional), 6-speed, low fuel warnings

COLOR OPTIONS
Solids
• Vivid Black
• Cool Blue Pearl
• Sedona Orange
• Black Denim
 

Harley Davidson FLHRC Road King Classic (2011)




The Road King Classic model takes the nostalgic look and feel of the Road King a little further with extra details for this road-worthy touring bike, like leather-wrapped saddlebags, nostalgic chrome fuel tank console, tooled metal detailing on the fender, tank, seat and bags, and chrome laced wheels with wide whitewall tires. The innovative Harley-Davidson Touring chassis is based on a single-spar, rigid backbone frame and a stout swingarm developed to withstand the demands of long-haul touring riders and today's powerful engines.
 
Harley-Davidson FLHRC Road King Classic Model Highlights
NEW PowerPak setup with large, 1690 cc, Twin Cam 103 engine, Anti-lock Braking System (ABS), and Harley-Davidson Smart Security System with hands-free fob
NEW Sculpted seat for added comfort and easier straddling
NEW Tank medallion styling
NEW Paint color options
NEW Black powder-coated powertrain with chrome covers
o Chrome 2-1-2 dual exhaust with slash-up end caps
o Chrome, Laced Steel wheels with wide-whitewall tires
o Chrome, nostalgic fuel tank console with electronic speedometer
o Deep FL front fender with trim
o Clean rear fender with deluxe trim
o Stainless steel, ergonomic handlebar
o One-piece, two-up Road King seat with tooled leather trim and chrome accents
o Clear, large Lexan quick-release detachable windshield
o Tooled, leather-wrapped hard saddlebags; 1.85 cu. ft. volume
o Large Hiawatha headlight and chrome nacelle
o Auxiliary passing lights
o Electronic cruise control

Key Harley-Davidson FLHRC Road King Classic Key Features
The Road King Classic model takes the nostalgic look and feel of the Road King a little further with extra details for this road-worthy touring bike, like leather-wrapped saddlebags, nostalgic chrome fuel tank console, tooled metal detailing on the fender, tank, seat and bags, and chrome laced wheels with wide whitewall tires.

The innovative Harley-Davidson Touring chassis is based on a single-spar, rigid backbone frame and a stout swingarm developed to withstand the demands of long-haul touring riders and today's powerful engines.

o Rubber-mounted Twin Cam 96 V-Twin engine with Electronic Sequential Port Fuel Injection (ESPFI) with heated O2 sensors and Electronic Throttle Control (ETC)
o 6-Speed Cruise Drive transmission with integrated Isolated Drive System (IDS)
o Dunlop "Multi-Tread" rear tire construction extends tire life by 25 percent
o Brembo 4-piston front and rear caliper with dual front rotor brake system
o Air-adjustable rear shocks
o Full-length rider footboards
o Height-adjustable passenger footboards
o Six-gallon fuel tank
o Optional Original Equipment Custom Color paint program

Specifications
U.S. MSRP - Vivid Black $19,499. Solids $19,874. Two-Tone $20,224. Custom Colors $20,394

DIMENSIONS
Length 94.2 in. (2393 mm)
Overall Width 37.5 in. (953 mm)
Overall Height 55.1 in. (1400 mm)
Seat Height:
• Laden2 26.7 in. (678 mm)
• Unladen 28.1 in. (714 mm)

Ground Clearance 5.1 in. (130 mm)
Rake (steering head) 26°
Fork Angle 29.2°
Trail 6.7 in. (170 mm)
Wheelbase 63.5 in. (1613 mm)
Tires (Dunlop® Harley-Davidson Series, bias wide whitewall):
• Front – D408F WWW 130/90B16 67H
• Rear – D407 WWW 180/65B16 81H

Fuel Capacity 6.0 gal. (22.7 L) (warning light at approximately 1.0 gal.)
Oil Capacity (w/filter) 4.0 qts. (3.8 L)
Transmission Capacity 1.0 qts.
Primary Chain
Case Capacity3 1.4 qts.
Weight:
• As Shipped 773 lbs. (350.6 kg)
• In Running Order 810 lbs. (367.4 kg)
• Gross Vehicle Weight Rating 1360 lbs. (616.9 kg)
• Gross Axle Weight Rating
• Front 500 lbs. (226.8 kg)
• Rear 927 lbs. (420.5 kg)

ENGINE
Engine4 Air-cooled, Twin Cam 103™
Valves Pushrod-operated, overhead valves with hydraulic, self-adjusting lifters; two valves per cylinder
Bore x Stroke 3.875 in. x 4.38 in. (98.4 mm x 111.3 mm)
Displacement 103 cu. in. (1690 cc)
Compression Ratio 9.6:1
Fuel System4 Electronic Sequential Port Fuel Injection (ESPFI)
Air Cleaner Fiberglass, washable
Lubrication System Pressurized, dry-sump with oil cooler

DRIVETRAIN
Primary Drive Chain, 34/46 ratio
Final Drive Belt, 32/68 ratio
Clutch Multi-plate, wet
Transmission 6-Speed Cruise Drive®
U.S. Gear Ratios (overall):
• 1st 9.593
• 2nd 6.65
• 3rd 4.938
• 4th 4.0
• 5th 3.407
• 6th 2.875

CHASSIS
Frame Mild steel; tubular frame; two-piece stamped and welded backbone; cast and forged junctions; twin downtubes; bolt-on rear frame with forged fender supports; MIG welded
Swingarm Mild steel; two-piece drawn and welded section; forged junctions; MIG welded
Front Forks 41.3 mm telescopic
Rear Shocks Air-adjustable
Wheels5 (Chrome, Profile
Laced Aluminum option):
Chrome, Laced Steel
• Front 16 in. x 3 in. (432 mm x 76 mm)
• Rear 16 in. x 5 in. (406 mm x 127 mm)
Brakes:
• Caliper Type 32 mm, 4-piston fixed front and rear
• Rotor Type (diameter x width): Patented, fixed rotors
• Front (dual) 11.81 in. x .2 in. (300 mm x 5 mm)
• Rear 11.81 in. x .28 in. (300 mm x 7 mm)
• Anti-lock Braking System (option) Available
Suspension Travel:
• Front Wheel 4.6 in. (117 mm)
• Rear Wheel 3 in. (76 mm)
Engineered for Sidecar Use Available

PERFORMANCE
Engine Torque6 (per SAE J1349):
• North America 102 ft. lbs. @ 3500 RPM (138 Nm @ 3500 RPM)
Lean Angle:
• Right 33°
• Left 31°

Fuel Economy7
(EPA urban/highway test)
35/54 mpg (6.70/4.40 L/100 km)

ELECTRIC
Battery (per Battery Council International Rating)
Sealed, maintenance-free, 12V, 28-amp/hour, 370 cca
Charging Three-phase, 50-amp system (585W @ 13V, 2000 RPM, 650W max power @ 13V)
Starting 1.2 kW electric with solenoid shift starter motor engagement
Lights (as per country regulation):
• Headlamp (quartz halogen) 55-watt low beam, 60-watt high beam
• Tail/Stop Lights 8W/28W (5W/21W)
• Turn Signal Lights 28W (21W) self-canceling
• Indicator Lamps - High beam, running lights, directional light bar, neutral, low oil pressure, engine diagnostics, turn signals, security system8 (optional), 6-speed, low fuel warnings, cruise control, ABS (optional)

COLOR OPTIONS
Solids
• Vivid Black
• Brilliant Silver Pearl
• Cool Blue Pearl

Two-Tone
• Dark Candy Rootbeer/
Light Candy Rootbeer

Custom Colors
• Psychedelic Purple/
Vivid Black

TRIUMPH Street Triple 675 (2008)






General Information

Model: Triumph Street Triple 675
Year: 2008
Category: Naked bike

Engine and transmission
Displacement: 675.00 ccm (41.19 cubic inches)
Engine type: In-line three
Stroke: 4
Power: 107.00 HP (78.1 kW)) @ 11700 RPM
Torque: 51.00 Nm (5.2 kgf-m or 37.6 ft.lbs) @ 9100 RPM
Compression: 12.7:1
Bore x stroke: 74.0 x 52.3 mm (2.9 x 2.1 inches)
Fuel system: Injection. Multipoint sequential electronic fuel injection
Fuel control: DOHC
Ignition: Digital - inductive type - via electronic engine management system
Starter: Electric
Cooling system: Liquid
Gearbox: 6-speed
Transmission type final drive: Chain
Clutch: Wet. multi-plate

Physical measures
Dry weight: 166.5 kg (367.0 pounds)
Seat height: 803 mm (31.6 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting.
Overall height: 1,250 mm (49.2 inches)
Overall length: 2,029 mm (79.9 inches)
Overall width: 780 mm (30.7 inches)
Wheelbase: 1,394 mm (54.9 inches)

Chassis and dimensions
Frame type: Aluminum beam twin spar
Rake (fork angle): 24.3°
Trail: 95 mm (3.8 inches)
Front suspension: 41mm upside down forks
Rear suspension: Monoshock with adjustable preload
Front tyre dimensions: 120/70-ZR17
Rear tyre dimensions: 180/55-ZR17
Front brakes: Double disc
Front brakes diameter: 308 mm (12.1 inches)
Rear brakes: Single disc
Rear brakes diameter: 220 mm (8.7 inches)

Speed and acceleration
Power/weight ratio: 0.6428 HP/kg

Other specifications
Fuel capacity: 17.41 litres (4.60 gallons)
Color options: Jet Black. Fusion White. Roulette Green

TRIUMPH Daytona 955i (2002)




General Information

Model: Triumph Daytona 955i
Year: 2002
Category: Sport
Rating: 73.4 out of 100.

Engine and transmission
Displacement: 955.00 ccm (58.27 cubic inches)
Engine type: In-line three
Stroke: 4
Power: 149.00 HP (108.8 kW)) @ 10700 RPM
Torque: 100.00 Nm (10.2 kgf-m or 73.8 ft.lbs) @ 8200 RPM
Compression: 12.0:1
Bore x stroke: 79.0 x 65.0 mm (3.1 x 2.6 inches)
Fuel system: Injection
Fuel control: DOHC
Cooling system: Liquid
Gearbox: 6-speed
Transmission type final drive: Chain

Physical measures
Dry weight: 188.0 kg (414.5 pounds)
Seat height: 815 mm (32.1 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting.
Overall height: 1,165 mm (45.9 inches)
Overall length: 2,072 mm (81.6 inches)
Overall width: 725 mm (28.5 inches)
Wheelbase: 1,417 mm (55.8 inches)

Chassis and dimensions
Front brakes: Dual disc
Front brakes diameter: 320 mm (12.6 inches)
Rear brakes: Single disc
Rear brakes diameter: 220 mm (8.7 inches)

Speed and acceleration
Power/weight ratio: 0.7926 HP/kg

Other specifications
Fuel capacity: 21.00 litres (5.55 gallons)

HONDA Fury (2010)













HONDA Fury (2010)


(By Kevin Duke, Jan. 16, 2009)
When Honda announced its 2009 lineup last fall, many, including us, scratched our heads at the scarcity of new models from this motorcycle giant. It turns out that Big Red was holding at least one valuable card up its sleeve, as we can now report on one of the coolest-looking cruisers ever offered by a Japanese manufacturer.

You’re looking at the 2010 Honda Fury, an inspired design built around a familiar motor. Featuring chopper styling cues such as the high headpipe and the largely exposed backbone frame tube, the Fury is Honda’s attempt at creating a mass-produced “custom” chopper.

First seen in public today at the IMS show in New York, journalists got a sneak peek last month in American Honda’s high-security R&D center in Torrance, CA. Company reps say customers want a “radical” looking chopper with Honda durability, quality, reliability and affordability.

“To say that we got jazzed was an understatement,” said media-relations good-guy Jon Seidel about when he saw the Fury in person for the first time. Reaction from Honda dealers was reportedly “over the moon.”

The most expensive component of any motorcycle is its engine, so Honda was fiscally responsible and fitted a modified version of the 1312cc V-Twin seen in the VTX1300 variants. It retains the 52-degree Vee angle and single-pin crankshaft, but it differs in its cylinder heads, cams, port shapes and exhaust system. Most important is the addition of fuel-injection to the VTX’s carbureted mill. We expect slight increases from the VTX’s rear-wheel numbers of 59 hp and 71 ft-lbs of torque.

“It does have a different feel, character and sound,” said Steve Paulos, a senior test engineer at Honda. Single-overhead-cam cylinder heads retain the three-valve, dual-plug design, while a stacked and blended shotgun exhaust appears appropriately butch. Chromed engine covers add bling to the air/liquid-cooled powerplant, but their plastic construction loses a bit of authenticity points.

Paulos said the bike’s biggest engineering challenge was integrating an unobtrusive yet effective radiator (set neatly inside the frame’s dual downtubes) that met Honda’s tough standards.

Like the VTX, the Fury has a five-speed transmission and utilizes a shaft-drive system. A color-matched aluminum swingarm with revised styling spices up the back end. Honda gave some consideration to using a belt-drive arrangement on the Fury, but it was cheaper to stick with what was already developed. There isn’t one belt-driven bike in Honda’s catalog.

But the mechanical bits play second or third fiddle to the outlandish (for Honda) styling of the Fury. Company reps emphasized that cruisers appeal to a rider’s emotions, so Honda stepped a bit outside its typically wide comfort zone to create a bike that initially appears could’ve been built in a small fabrication shop. “Welcome to the wild side – of Honda,” reads the PR materials.

Its body-colored frame tubes look elegant, given extra spotlight by an artful fuel tank that exposes the triangulated headstock and horizontal backbone frame tube. The mid-tank crease that arches downward to the seat is another styling success. Fashion has its price, and here that cost comes in the tank’s modest 3.4-gallon capacity. You’ll note the lack of Honda badges on the bike’s flanks; the bike’s origins will remain a mystery to the general public.

A lovely front fender wraps neatly around the skinny 90/90 front tire, highlighted by a handsome 21-inch front wheel. A 200/50-18 rear tire resides under a traditionally shaped rear fender with a tidy brake light slid under its tail. Blame pesky federal regs for the large turnsignal lamps that look bulky alongside the bike’s lean design. More appealing is the shape of the chrome headlight arching forward from between the 45mm fork tubes.

As for how the Fury will ride, Honda reps assure us the bike isn’t at all awkward to handle. A 38.0-degree rake angle is quite chopperish, but it’s balanced by a modest 3.5 inches of trail. At 71.2 inches, the Fury’s wheelbase is the longest of any production Honda.

The view from the cockpit is clean. Throttle cables and brake lines are exposed, but every other wire is hidden inside the bars. A scooped saddle placed 26.7 inches from the ground blends nicely into the tapered gas tank. At a listed curb weight of 663 lbs (full of fuel), the Fury is about 6 lbs lighter than the $9,899 VTX1300C.

We’ll know more about how the Fury performs after we ride it in the latter part of February. The Fury will be one of the first USA-bound bikes to be produced in Honda’s extensive new factory in Kumamoto, Japan. It is scheduled to hit American dealers around the latter part of March and will eventually be sold in Europe

We’ll finish up here with a snippet from the Fury’s PR materials, which kind of sums up how Honda perceives its newest bike.

“Destined to become a milestone machine, the Fury captures the pure, undiluted chopper essence, places it within easy reach of nearly every rider and then backs it up with the same quality and reliability built into every Honda.”