2013 Harley Davidson V-Rod Muscle Review,Photos
2013 Harley Davidson V-Rod Muscle
The fastest,powerful and aggressive Harley Davidson V-Rod Muscle motorcycle is built for riders who want a little extra beef with their horsepower. Big meaty air scoops, muscle-bound mufflers, 240 mm rear tire, fastback-style tail section and massive air box compliment the power of the 1250 cc liquid-cooled Revolution engine. Ride the Harley Davidson V-Rod Muscle and experience the true definition of "power cruiser." This brawny beast is for performance enthusiasts who crave power and control, with a dash of intimidation, in a package that is all Harley-Davidson.
The 2012 Harley Davidson V-Rod Muscle motorcycle proves that a performance exhaust can still be a beautiful set of pipes. Satin chrome, dual side exhaust with fat turnout mufflers combines the style of a muscle car with top-of-the-line Harley-Davidson performance at every twist of the throttle. Jetting out past the rear axle, these dominating pipes add to the fierce, beefy look of the bike.
Behold an ultra-fat, 240mm rear tire for a powerful, no-nonsense look and added grip. Harnessing explosive, off-the-line power, the rear tire on the Harley Davidson V-Rod Muscle motorcycle enhances the pure dragster look with the sticky, high-performance tread you need for staying glued to the pavement.
Matching the color and angular design of the Harley Davidson V-Rod Muscle model bodywork, the air box cover incorporates side scoops covered with woven wire mesh for a meaty, powerful race bike look. You can't help but think about the Detroit muscle cars from back in the day.
Up to two times thicker than the competition, custom quality paint comes standard on all Harley Davidson motorcycles. Clearcoat layering up to five mils deep. Bigger metal flakes. Unique effects in the denim and pearl colors. Skimping simply is not in our vocabulary.
2013 Harley Davidson V-Rod Muscle - Specifications
DIMENSIONS
Length 92.8 in. (2357 mm)
Overall Width 40.2 in. (1021 mm)
Overall Height 45.7 in. (1161 mm)
Seat Height:
o Laden2 25.6 in. (650 mm)
o Unladen 26.7 in. (678 mm)
Ground Clearance 4.8 in. (122 mm)
Rake (steering head) 34°
Fork Angle 34°
Trail 5.6 in. (142 mm)
Wheelbase 67 in. (1702 mm)
Tires (Michelin® Scorcher® "11" front and rear):
o Front - Scorcher® "11" 120/70ZR-19 60W
o Rear - Scorcher® "11" 240/40R-18 79V
Fuel Capacity 5 gal. (18.9 L) (warning light at approximately 0.5 gal.)
Oil Capacity (w/filter) 5 qts. (4.7 L)
Coolant Capacity 2.5 qts. (2.4 L)
Weight:
o As Shipped 644 lbs. (292 kg)
o In Running Order 677 lbs. (307 kg)
o Gross Vehicle Weight Rating 1075 lbs. (488 kg)
o Gross Axle Weight Rating
o Front 377 lbs. (171 kg)
o Rear 698 lbs. (317 kg)
ENGINE
Engine Liquid-cooled, Revolution®, 60° V-Twin
Valves Overhead cam, 4 valves per cylinder, solid tappet with shim-under-bucket lash adjustment
Bore x Stroke 4.134 in. x 2.835 in. (105 mm x 72 mm)
Displacement 76.28 cu. in. (1250 cc)
Compression Ratio 11.5:1
Fuel System3 Electronic Sequential Port Fuel Injection (ESPFI)
Air Cleaner Down draft intake
Lubrication System Wet-sump, integrated with powertrain crankcase
DRIVETRAIN
Primary Drive Gear, 117/64 ratio
Final Drive Belt, 72/28 ratio
Clutch 9-plate, wet, A&S (Assist & Slip)
Transmission 5-speed
Gear Ratios (overall): U.S.
o 1st 11.752
o 2nd 7.897
o 3rd 6.322
o 4th 5.459
o 5th 4.889
CHASSIS
Frame Steel perimeter upper frame with hydroformed main rails and bolt-on lower frame rails; MIG welded
Swingarm Polished, one-piece cast aluminum
Front Forks 43 mm Inverted
Rear Shocks Preload adjustable
Wheels4: Black, 5-Spoke Cast Aluminum
o Front 19 in. x 3 in. (483 mm x 76 mm)
o Rear 18 in. x 8 in. (457 mm x 203 mm)
Brakes:
o Caliper Type 4-piston front and rear
o Rotor Type (diameter x width): Patented, one-piece floating rotor (front), uniform expansion rotor (rear)
o Front (dual) 11.81 in. x .2 in. (300 mm x 5.1 mm)
o Rear 11.81 in. x .28 in. (300 mm x 7.1 mm)
o Anti-lock Braking System Optional
Suspension Travel:
o Front Wheel 4 in. (102 mm)
o Rear Wheel 2.9 in. (74 mm)
PERFORMANCE
Engine Torque5 (per J1349):
o North America 87 ft. lbs. @ 6750 RPM (118 Nm @ 6750 RPM)
Lean Angle (per J1168):
o Right 32°
o Left 32°
Fuel Economy6
(EPA urban/highway test) 37 mpg (6.3 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 0.08 kW electric with direct drive starter motor engagement
Lights (as per country regulation):
o Headlamp (quartz halogen) 55-watt low beam, 65-watt high beam
o Lights, Turn Signal Integrated LED
o Rear Tail/Stop/Turn Signal Lights Integrated Dual Color LED
o Indicator Lamps: High beam, neutral, low oil pressure, turn signals, engine diagnostics, security system7 (optional), coolant temperature, low fuel warnings
2013 Harley Davidson V-Rod Muscle Prices:$15,149 USD
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