HARLEY-DAVIDSON PRESENTS THE TOURING BIKES FOR 2018

More power on the new Harley-Davidson® Touring models CVO® Street Glide®, CVO Road Glide® and CVO Limited, and a new all-black look on the Street Glide® Special and Road Glide® Special.

• Three new, limited-edition Custom Vehicle Operations™ (CVO) touring bikes.
The Milwaukee-Eight™ 117, the largest-displacement series engine ever used in a Harley-Davidson®, powers the CVO models • All CVO models have high-quality infotainment systems with an interface for wireless headsets
• The now completely black The look of the Street Glide Special and Road Glide Special models underlines their dark appeal

For the 2018 model year, Harley-Davidson is presenting what is probably the most interesting range of touring motorcycles that the company has ever had to offer. The machines combine unique style with maximum comfort and high performance.

The Custom Vehicle Operations (CVO) portfolio will be equipped with the largest-displacement Harley-Davidson production engine ever, and the Street Glide Special and Road Glide Special models will be launched in a new, all-black look.

THE CUSTOM VEHICLE OPERATIONS IN THE 2018 MODEL YEAR

Year after year, Custom Vehicle Operations – dedicated design, engineering and manufacturing teams at Harley-Davidson factories – raise the bar for factory custom styling. For 2018 they present the CVO Limited, CVO Street Glide and CVO Road Glide models. These are particularly elaborate and extensively refined machines ex works and are manufactured in strictly limited editions.

In 2018, the engine is powered by the largest-displacement series engine that Harley-Davidson has ever offered. The 1,923 cm3 Screamin' Eagle® V2 develops a torque of up to 166 Nm and is used exclusively in CVO models.

The 2018 models feature the most exceptional paint finishes Harley-Davidson has produced to date. The new features include the interface for wireless headsets. The scope of delivery includes a Bluetooth headset that can be used to communicate with the standard infotainment system, the front passenger or other drivers in the surrounding area.

Dave Foley, Vice President of Product Planning and Portfolio Management, Harley-Davidson Motor Company, explains: “The new Touring models will be among the most sought-after models in our lineup in 2018. We have sharpened the styling and performance of the CVO models. The level of finish and performance has never been higher. Customers will appreciate our attention to detail, such as when they look at the colored coating on the lower rocker covers, indicating the exclusivity of the large V-twin.”

Brad Richards, vice president of styling and design, Harley-Davidson Motor Company, added: “The 2018 CVO models are available in nine paint options – all with a finish that is second to none. I would particularly like to highlight the color gradient in the paintwork of the CVO Limited, the fascinating depth effect of the paintwork and its special shine in the sun.”

SELECTED FEATURES OF THE CVO MODELS

CVO Street Glide

Custom touring in synthesis with Harley-Davidson's most powerful engine and audio system.
• The machine is powered by the 1,923 cm3 Milwaukee-Eight 117 and scores with elaborate custom features from front end to rear.
The finish of the Talon wheels and brake discs is coordinated with the three elegant paint variants. A “Dual Bending Valve” fork and emulsion shock absorbers ensure comfort. • The high-quality BOOM!™ Box 6.5GT infotainment system, upgraded with Stage II speakers, includes a navigation system and offers outstanding sound. The total 900 watt system has three four-channel amplifiers that drive six speakers, which are housed in the fairing, in the leg shields and the case lids and work in the bi-amp process.

The ABS braking system is equipped with electronic brake force distribution and the Smart Security System scores points with an immobilizer and alarm system.

CVO Road Glide

An excavator in a dark outfit that redefines the look and performance of the CVO models.

• The 1,923 cm3 Milwaukee-Eight 117 V-Twin provides propulsion.
The machine also scores points with its characteristic, frame-mounted “Shark Nose” fairing, three elegant paint variants, custom wheels and a redesigned, slim front fender. A “Dual Bending Valve” fork guides the front wheel and comfortable emulsion shock absorbers work at the rear. • The first standard 21-inch wheel to be used in a Harley-Davidson tourer rotates at the front end.
It ensures first-class driving behavior with light-footed handling. The Brembo ABS brake system with electronic brake force distribution and the Smart Security System including immobilizer and alarm system are standard. • The elaborate BOOM! Box 6.5GT infotainment system including navigation system has Stage II speakers in the fairing and in the case lids and delivers a powerful 600 watts.

CVO Limited

A premium tourer that sets standards in terms of performance, infotainment, paintwork and comfort for driver and passenger.

• The drive is provided by the 1,923 cm3 twin-cooled Milwaukee-Eight 117. The “Dual Bending Valve” fork and the emulsion spring struts at the rear, which can be manually adjusted using a rotary control, ensure maximum comfort.
• The seat is sprung and heated.
It also has adjustable backrests for the driver and front passenger. Their cover, insert and seams are exclusively reserved for the CVO models. • The CVO Limited is equipped with a central locking in the key fob and with the Smart Security System including immobilizer and alarm system.
Your Brembo ABS brake system works with electronic brake force distribution. • The machine is available in Burgundy Cherry Sunglo Fade and Black Earth Fade paint versions.

THE STREET GLIDE SPECIAL AND ROAD GLIDE SPECIAL MODELS

For the 2018 model year, Harley-Davidson is opening a new chapter in the design of the popular Street Glide Special and Road Glide Special models: chrome-plated components have been consistently replaced by black-coated ones. The two hot rod excavators are powered by the powerful Milwaukee-Eight 107 engine with a displacement of 1,745 cm3 and form a strong custom styling statement with a dark look.

Paul James, Manager Product Portfolio, Harley-Davidson, is convinced: “These two custom baggers are probably the trendiest and most confident touring bikes on the market. But they don’t just look particularly cool, they also drive excellently because they offer first-class performance and a lot of comfort.”

SELECTED FEATURES OF THE ROAD GLIDE SPECIAL AND THE STREET GLIDE SPECIAL

Styling:

• New 19-inch (front) and 18-inch (rear) “Talon” wheels and dark finish from front end to rear.
• Components finished in black include the crash bars, fork, handlebars, levers, pedals, rearview mirrors, turn signals, fuel tank console, engine covers, air cleaner cover, exhausts and their heat shields.
• The suitcases, which are stretched in the rear area, underline the elongated, flat silhouette of the machines. The interior paneling is painted.

Landing gear:

• Emulsion spring struts with spring base that can be adjusted manually using a rotary control.
• Fork with “Dual Bending Valve” technology, which is lighter than conventional designs and improves damping behavior across the entire compression and rebound interval.

Drive:

• The Milwaukee-Eight 107 engine, completely covered in black, has a displacement of 1,745 cm3 and a balance shaft to reduce vibrations. It responds perfectly, offers fascinating performance and ensures an unmistakable sound.
• The Milwaukee-Eight develops 150 Nm at 3,250 rpm – powerful power for excellent acceleration and first-class pulling power.
• The engine's waste heat is effectively kept away from the driver and front passenger.
• Slim primary drive and air cleaner covers provide plenty of legroom for the operator to easily reach the ground with both feet.
• The “Assist and Slip” clutch ensures low manual forces on the clutch lever.

Infotainment:

• A BOOM! comes as standard! Box 6.5GT infotainment system with navigation system and color touchscreen is used. The Stage I BOOM! Speakers offer extremely natural sound with deep bass.

Varnish variants:

• Road Glide Special: Vivid Black, Wicked Red, Bonneville Salt Pearl and Hard Candy Hot Rod Red Flake

• Street Glide Special: Vivid Black, Twisted Cherry, Bonneville Salt Denim and Hard Candy Hot Rod Red Flake

Guarantee:

• After the guarantee was extended to four years in Austria last year, it will be four years in both Austria and Germany in 2018.

All Harley-Davidson new products for 2018 will soon be available at authorized dealers. Further information can be found at www.Harley-Davidson.com.

Data and facts at a glance:

CVO Street Glide, CVO Road Glide and CVO Limited

• Displacement: 1,923 cm3
• Power: 78 kW (106 HP) at 5,450 rpm
• Max. torque: 166 Nm at 3,500 rpm

Recommended retail prices in Germany (4-year guarantee), plus transport and assembly fee:
• CVO Street Glide: 39,595 euros
• CVO Road Glide: 40,995 euros
• CVO Limited: 42,295 euros

Recommended retail prices in Austria (4-year guarantee), plus transport and assembly fee:
• CVO Street Glide: 46,995 euros
• CVO Road Glide: 48,995 euros
• CVO Limited: 49,995 euros

Expected availability in Germany and Austria: end of September 2017

Street Glide Special and Road Glide Special

• Displacement: 1,745 cm3
• Power: 66 kW (90 HP) at 5,450 rpm
• Max. torque: 150 Nm at 3,250 rpm

Recommended retail prices in Germany (4-year guarantee), plus transport and installation fee:
• Street Glide Special: from 27,395 euros
• Road Glide Special: from 27,595 euros

Recommended retail prices in Austria (4-year guarantee), plus transport and installation fee:
• Street Glide Special: from 32,695 euros
• Road Glide Special: from 32,995 euros

Availability in Germany and Austria: End of September 2017