The Harley-Davidson model upgrade measures for the 2020 model year
The Harley-Davidson model range for 2020 includes 31 series machines, two series trikes and three elaborately individualized CVO special models .
Harley-Davidson innovations 2020
With the LiveWire, Harley-Davidson presents the first electrically powered motorcycle from a mass-produced manufacturer.
At its heart is a liquid-cooled three-phase permanent magnet synchronous motor, which provides a peak output of 78 kW (106 hp), a continuous output of 60 kW (82 hp) and a torque of 116 Nm, which is available from the first wheel revolution.
The motor is powered by a lithium-ion battery with a maximum capacity of 15.5 kWh, which can be supplied with power from household sockets, charging stations and quick-charging stations, which takes 40 minutes (0 - 80% charge) or 60 minutes with a quick charge Minutes (0 – 100% charge) is possible.
Depending on the intended use and measurement method, the range is 153 to 235 kilometers (158 km according to WMTC). The machine has seven riding modes and the Reflex Defensive Rider Systems (RDRS) electronic assistance system package, which adapts the acceleration and deceleration forces to the available tire grip.
In the LiveWire it works with anti-lock braking system (ABS), cornering anti-lock braking system (C-ABS), traction control (TCS), cornering traction control (C-TCS), traction control system (DSCS) and cornering traction control system (C-DSCS).
The LiveWire is also coming onto the market with HD Connect, which provides the driver with information about the vehicle via a mobile phone app on their smartphone.
2020 Harley-Davidson Low Rider S
Low Rider S debuts in the Softail series in a deep black Coastal style, which is also reminiscent of the look of the Low Rider S from the 2016 model year.
Milwaukee-Eight 114 provides propulsion and the chassis has an upside-down fork and a double disc brake on the front wheel.
2020 Harley-Davidson Road Glide Limited
The Road Glide Limited is the new addition to the Touring series. It is equipped with numerous premium features that make it an exclusive long-distance machine.
2020 Harley-Davidson Trike CVO Tri Glide
The new Trike CVO Tri Glide is the crowning achievement of the two additional models in the limited and factory-customized Custom Vehicle Operations (CVO) collection.
HD Connect
All three models are equipped with HD Connect , the two two-wheeled types have been extensively facelifted and have the Reflex Defensive Rider Systems , while the CVO Tri Glide and the Freewheeler and Tri Glide Ultra Trike-specific RDRS are used.
Extensive model updates benefited numerous other machines. The Road King Special, Street Glide Special, Road Glide Special, Ultra Limited and the new Road Glide Limited models will be equipped with the Reflex Defensive Rider Systems (RDRS) in the 2020 model year, whose cornering ABS in these models is in synthesis with the electronic brake force distribution is working.
In addition, all Touring models with an infotainment system in the new model year have HD Connect. The new Black Finish is also optionally available for the Ultra Limited and Road Glide Limited 2020 , giving the two Touring models a new, darker look.
In the 2020 model year, Harley-Davidson is offering 31 series machines, two series trikes and three elaborately individualized CVO special models.
New are the LiveWire, the Low Rider S, the Road Glide Limited and the Trike CVO Tri Glide.
The Breakout, Heritage Classic, Road King Classic, Street Glide and Road Glide models equipped with the Milwaukee-Eight 107 as well as the Road Glide Ultra and Ultra Limited Low models powered Milwaukee-Eight 114 are no longer offered.
Harley-Davidson offers a four-year warranty and a one-year “Harley Assist” mobility warranty on all models, as well as a five-year warranty on the main battery (RESS) of the LiveWire.
The model maintenance measures
Softail series
The frame of the oil cooler is now made of a particularly robust composite material that is less sensitive to stone chips than the metal previously used.
Touring series
The Road King Special , Street Glide Special , Road Glide Special , Ultra Limited and the new Road Glide Limited will with a tire air pressure monitoring system and Reflex Defensive Rider Systems ( RDRS ) 2020 model year
This technology package of assistance systems adapts the acceleration and deceleration forces to the available tire grip both when driving straight ahead and when cornering.
The new assistance systems
The assistance systems are controlled electronically and are based on the most modern chassis, braking and drive control technology. They prove to be helpful in difficult road conditions and in dangerous situations.
While the anti-lock braking system (ABS) and electronic brake force distribution (ELB) were already standard in all machines in the Touring series, the Reflex Defensive Rider Systems (RDRS) now also include the cornering anti-lock braking system (C-ABS).
The cornering optimized electronic brake force distribution (C-ELB), the traction control (TCS), the cornering traction control (C-TCS), the traction control system (DSCS), the vehicle hold assistant (VHC) and the tire air pressure monitoring system (TPMS).
For the 2020 model year, Harley-Davidson is equipping the Touring models, which feature a Boom! Box GTS infotainment system (Street Glide Special, Road Glide Special, Ultra Limited and the new Road Glide Limited), with HD Connect.
This is a system that uses the third-generation LTE cellular standard to establish connectivity with cloud services and the Harley-Davidson app.
The latter can be installed free of charge on a smartphone via the Apple and Android app stores and includes functions such as navigation and route planning as well as displaying dealer locations and event locations.
HD Connect transmits data for vehicle maintenance via the HD app and offers the owner the opportunity to monitor their motorcycle remotely. Further information about HD Connect can be found from page 9.
A new black finish is available for the Ultra Limited and Road Glide Limited models in 2020. The numerous dark surfaces ensure a stylish and subtle look.
Based on the “Chrome Option” and the “Black Option”, the customer can choose between six different paint colors or color combinations.
The Road King and Ultra Limited models now have 18-inch wheels at the front and rear instead of their previous 16- and 17-inch wheels.
The upper gearbox cover on the Touring models is now made of a lighter material.
The cockpit cover, which is attached directly below the fairing window of the Road Glide Special, will now be matt black instead of glossy black in order to minimize reflections in the fairing window.
Trike series
The Harley-Davidson Freewheeler and the Tri Glide Ultra model, which have had the anti-lock braking system (ABS) and electronic brake force distribution (ELB) for some time, are now equipped with a version of the Reflex Defensive Rider Systems (RDRS) specifically designed for trikes .
It includes the cornering anti-lock braking system (C-ABS), cornering-optimized electronic brake force distribution (C-ELB), traction control (TCS), cornering traction control (C-TCS) and traction control system (DSCS). The Tri Glide Ultra also has HD Connect on board.
CVO special models
The anti-lock braking system (ABS) and electronic brake force distribution (ELB) were also previously available as standard on CVO models.
The 2020 CVO types also have the Reflex Defensive Rider Systems with cornering anti-lock braking system (C-ABS), cornering-optimized electronic brake force distribution (C-ELB), traction control (TCS), cornering traction control (C-TCS) and traction control (DSCS). The two-wheelers also have the vehicle hold assistant (VHC) on board.
All three CVO models - the CVO Limited, the CVO Street Glide and the new trike CVO Tri Glide - will be equipped with the Tire Air Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) and HD Connect as standard in 2020. Further information can be found from page 7 onwards.
Harley-Davidson Daymaker LED headlights
The Daymaker LED headlight, which is standard on the CVO Limited and the CVO Street Glide, now features an adaptive cornering light function.
An electronic control with patented sensors integrated directly into the headlight regulates twelve additional LED lights depending on the current lean angle in order to illuminate edge areas of the road in curves that conventional passive headlights cannot reach.
The adaptive cornering lights are active for both high beam and low beam. The light from the LED projectors is focused onto the road and is optimized for the highest possible light output with the least possible disruption to oncoming traffic.
A striking outer LED ring forms the parking light.
Included with all 2020 CVO models is a Boom! Audio 30k Bluetooth helmet headset for wireless connection to the on-board Boom!
Box GTS infotainment system included, which is based on the latest mesh intercom network technology and offers numerous advantages compared to the 20S headsets previously used. In public mode, this digital protocol automatically connects with several other drivers within range.
In private mode, it enables a network connection with up to 16 drivers over a distance of up to eight kilometers.
At the same time, the headset offers all the functions of a wired headset (hands-free function, navigation instructions, radio and music player as well as voice guidance) and is compatible with the Apple CarPlay requirements for microphones on the Boom! Box GTS infotainment system.
Thanks to the quick charging function, 20 minutes of charging time is enough to ensure up to five hours of talk time.
The CVO Limited and the Trike CVO Tri Glide receive modified, adjustable passenger footboards that offer the passenger additional comfort and legroom.
All CVO models also impress with new features, paint colors and graphics.
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