2022 Low Rider El Diablo Harley-Davidson Icons Collection

Icons Collection: Harley-Davidson presents new Low Rider El Diablo special edition impresses with unique paintwork and legendary performance

NEU-ISENBURG, September 1, 2022 - Once again Harley-Davidson one of its icons in a new light: the new Low Rider El Diablo is a tribute to the legendary West Coast Custom style. It combines powerful performance and sportiness with a unique look and the sound of Harley-Davidson Audio powered by Rockford Fosgate.

The Low Rider El Diablo appears in the context of the Harley-Davidson Icons Collection, which Harley-Davidson uses to release up to two of its models in a one-off limited edition once a year, celebrating characteristic colors, iconic designs and parts.

Each model in the Icons Collection is individually numbered and is only produced once. From the new Low Rider Only 1,500 units of El Diablo will be produced as standard worldwide and will be available from authorized Harley-Davidson dealers from autumn 2022 at an RRP of 29,995 euros¹ in Germany and 35,995 euros¹ in Austria.

Low Rider ST in the style of counterculture

The basis for the new Low Rider El Diablo is the Harley-Davidson Low Rider ST. With two panniers as well as a frame-mounted fairing and the Harley-Davidson Softail Chassis und der V-Twin-Motorisierung eines Milwaukee-Eight 117 setzt die neue Low Rider El Diablo neue Maßstäbe in Stil und sportlicher Touring-Performance.

„The Low Rider El Diablo is a modern expression of the iconic 1983 Harley-Davidson FXRT and a representation of the custom trend it sparked that continues today,“ says Brad Richards, Vice President of Design and Creative Director Harley-Davidson. „It embodies the spirit of Southern California counterculture in the “80s in a contemporary package that includes a carefully crafted custom paint scheme, including pinstripes that directly echo those of the original FXRT."

Fine paintwork is created by hand

The elaborate, multi-layer paint finish of the special edition is a particularly high form of craftsmanship: the base coat in El Diablo Bright Red is complemented by a second fine layer in Bright Red Sunglo. The red pinstripes are carefully masked and highlighted by a shading in El Diablo Dark Red and Dark Red Pearl, which also create a depth effect. The painters then apply a coat of Diablo Dark Red Metallic, which surrounds the El Diablo Bright Red to further enhance the shading and depth effect.

Once the covers have been removed, the pinstripes on the panniers, tank, fenders and fairing are revealed. A special highlight: the pale gold lines are applied by hand as an elegant finish within the El Diablo Bright Red color areas. As the final coat of paint, the translucent El Diablo Bright Red Sunglo creates a special candy effect. Black surfaces on the drivetrain, front end and exhaust complete the El Diablo look. The cast aluminum rims in a matt, dark bronze tone create an exciting contrast.

The Low Rider El Diablo is painted entirely by hand by Gunslinger Custom Paint, the specialist for individually painted components for Harley-Davidson® Custom Vehicle Operations motorcycles and limited edition paintwork.

High-performance sound system

The new Low Rider El Diablo comes with a particularly powerful sound system integrated into the fairing as standard: the Harley-Davidson Audio powered by Rockford Fosgate was specially designed for use in motorcycles. The system with integrated two-way loudspeakers has a compact 250-watt amplifier with digital signal processor (DSP).

The system can be connected to mobile devices via Bluetooth 4.2 to play stored or streamed audio files in excellent sound quality via the speakers integrated in the trim. Drivers will also find other useful features in the accompanying app, such as automatic volume control (AVC), which allows the volume to be adjusted to the vehicle speed, or the seven-band equalizer.

Model features of the Low Rider El Diablo at a glance 

• the shape of the frame-mounted fairing is derived from the classic FXRT fairing 

Sport Glide™ inspired, which is very popular with customizers on the West Coast 

• aerodynamic performance, developed and tested by CFD analysis 

(Computational Fluid Dynamics) and practical tests 

• Softail™ Splitstream air ducts reduce turbulence in the rider's head area at high speeds
  • Dark tinted windshield, around 15 cm high 
  • LED spotlight measuring around 15 cm 

• Milwaukee-Eight 117 V-Twin engine with oil-cooled exhaust is the most powerful engine Harley-Davidson currently offers in production bikes 
  • Displacement: 1.923cm³
  • Power kW (hp)/rpm: 77 (105)/5020  
  • Maximum torque: 168 Nm at 3500 rpm 
  • High-performance camshaft matched to displacement and gas flow rate  
  • Heavy Breather air filter in hot rod style with forward-facing, exposed filter element for very good air flow and optimized torque curve 
  • 2-in-2 shotgun exhaust system for rich torque in the mid-range and a fascinating sound 
  • Two balancer shafts to reduce vibrations to the level appreciated by Harley riders 
  • Screamin‘ Eagle Performance Parts from Harley-Davidson Genuine Motor Parts & Accessories can be installed by an authorized Harley-Davidson dealer.

• Lockable cases (combined capacity approx. 53.8 liters) with integrated quick-release fasteners to transform the motorcycle from a sports tourer into a cruiser 
• Long monoshock that raises the rear of the bike to optimize riding comfort and increase lean angle clearance  
• Upside-down telescopic fork with 43 mm dip tube diameter  
• Two front disc brakes 
• Michelin Scorcher 31 tires (front: 110/90B19, rear: 180/70B16) to optimize ride and handling 
• Digital speedometer and operating indicators in LCD display on the handlebar riser for a reduced look in the handlebar area 
• Low solo seat for a secure hold when accelerating and cornering  
• One-inch handlebars on four-inch pullback risers - a stylistic element of West Coast style for a committed riding position  
• Flat tank console 
• LED brake and rear light 
• USB charging port 
• ABS and cruise control system  

Low Rider El Diablo (FXRST) 

The most important technical data and prices at a glance 

• Displacement: 1,923 cubic centimeters 
• Power kW (hp)/rpm: 77 (105)/5020  
• Torque Nm/rpm: 168/3500  
• Warranty: 4 years 
• Limited edition: 1,500 copies (worldwide) 

The Low Rider El Diablo will soon be arriving at Harley-Davidson dealerships at recommended retail prices starting at 29,995 euros.¹ in Germany and from 35,995 euros¹ offered in Austria. 

Erfahren Sie mehr über die Harley-Davidson® Icons Collection und die neue Low Rider™ El Diablo auf www.harley-davidson.com/de/de/motorcycles/icons.

¹ Germany: The price quoted is a recommended retail price in € ex works incl. 19% VAT plus transportation and assembly costs as well as a special surcharge. The binding final price including all additional costs is available from authorized Harley-Davidson® dealers.  

Austria: All prices are recommended retail prices in € ex works incl. 20 % VAT and the standard consumption tax including transportation and assembly fee plus a special surcharge. The binding final price including all additional costs is available from authorized HarleyDavidson dealers.