Showing posts with label Harley-Davidson. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Harley-Davidson. Show all posts

8/3/14

Recommended clothes for sporty bikers

Milwaukee, - Have you taken Recommended clothes for bikers to accompany your daily journey?

Harley-Davidson has just released a new pair of jeans to complete the model that has been circulating through the Harley-Davidson MotorClothes collection. Broadly speaking there are types slimmer fit and a dark color washes. Naturally, all pants are created designed for riding.

The first model is the new Modern Straight Jeans with a tag of 60 dollars. Made from 100 percent cotton with five pockets classic design. The back is designed to be more "sticky" to the seat, while the larger belt loops to the back of the "V" shape so that the belt does not move to the waist.



There is a hole for the coin on the left for easy access making left hand. The standard model is straight, tapers to the ankle, said to be more comfortable to sit on a motorcycle. Available in sizes ranging from 30 to 40, more details can be clicked through www.hd.com/store.

Another model, the Slim Straight Denim Jeans has  same prices, 60 dollars, offered materials combined 54 percent cotton 46 percent polyester. The model is more strict, straight, but flexible to move or sit in the seat. The model is said to be more modern, still with five pockets. The same size.

In addition to stylish, new models of jeans is designed for riders looking for a Harley-Davidson clothes are more affordable, and looking for riding pants are not too "biker really" with protector or anti-abrasion.




7/2/14

Harley Davidson's electric motorcycle concept

Milwaukee - Harley Davidson"s electric motorcycle concept was revealed and it make fans more curious about it. Let's see what it happen there!

Following development of technology and the demand for environmentally friendly vehicles, Harley-Davidson motorcycles are concentrating on developing the escape of characteristic for this. Livewire was launched, an electric motorcycle without a booming voice that would be produced if it is time to be ready.

The motorcycles will be used in the Project Livewire program, a tour visiting the famous route 66 in the USA. Electric iron horse will be taken around to visit 30 outlets HD as part of the program introduction and survey. Consumers are given the opportunity to try out a motorcycle and asked for input.

"Consumers who make our move. Project Livewire is one of the highlights in our history. Similar measures have succeeded we do with the birth of Harley-Davidson Street 500 and 700, "said Matt Levatich, President and Chief Operating Officer of Harley-Davidson Motor Company.

That is, Livewire will not necessarily be produced. HD voice still requires consumers about electric motorcycles are most desirable. Or it could be, if not expected, the HD can also cancel production plan.



Appearance
Although not necessarily produced, electricity is actually the iron horse was quite capable. In the initial specifications were released, the source of power using 55 kW electric motor that can put out 175 PS of equivalent power. The battery can last up to 161 km.

Problem design, the sporty cruiser style embraces no longer oldies. The design was supported by an aluminum chassis, suspension monocoque coupled to the rear, and the upside-down on the front. All lights using LED technology futuristic. It reflects the shooting younger consumers, aged 20-35 years with a biker.

Price is not yet clear, but there is a call not to exceed 20 thousand U.S. dollars or equivalent to Rp 112 million. Of course, a voice boomed from the V-Twin engine is wasted through the exhaust berlabur chrome will no longer be found. In the video, Whoosh typical electric motorcycle will be a new icon.


1/22/14

Inexpensive edition of Harley-Davidson Motorcycle

New Delhi -Cheap or inexpensive edition of Harley-Davidson Motorcycle will come up in India soon.

 motorcycle manufacturer Harley - Davidson is considered important Indian motorcycle market . Therefore , for the first time manufacturer based in Milwaukee will launch a cheap bike in India next month .

Yes , it is a cheap motorcycle Harley - Davidson Street 750 which will be introduced on January 17, 2014 at India Bike Week event and will launch on February 5th or event to coincide with the Auto Expo .

As reported Motorbeam page on Monday ( 13/01/2014 ) Harley - Davidson Road 750 is scheduled to be sold at a price below Rs 5 lakh on the road . This price is reserved for the people of India who wanted a Harley - Davidson .



Currently , the price of the cheapest Harley -Davidson priced above Rs 6.5 lakh on the road .

In its development , the Harley - Davidson Street 750 uses the new platform and it is the first . For Harley - Davidson Street 750 sold this year , while for Harley - Davidson 500 will be sold next year .

Both of these motors will be picked up V-Twin engine that uses liquid cooling and is mated with a 6 speed gearbox .

Later both cheap Harley-Davidson motorcycles will be produced locally and India is the only country other than the United States ( U.S. ) which is designated as an important country to launch a cheap motorbike .


1/15/14

recalling scooters made ​​by harley davidson

Let's we remind you now! recalling scooters made ​​by harley davidson. You won't imagine, but that's true about this past story.

Who says large motorcycle class manufacturer Harley Davidson motorcycles make such small anti scooters ? Yes Topper HD is proof . In the '60s , ie in 1960-1965 HD released a scooter first and only nicknamed by Topper .

The purpose of introducing this brand to the young people who have not been established for the purchase of HD moge . In addition , capital of simple design and concise , HD want to try to compete with European products classmates Piaggio , Lambretta to Zundapp .



Represented a simple design of the overall look Topper .  round the front fender lights embedded directly attached to the body . Then , the body behind Topper more rounded than messing about as Lambretta Vespa 's design and just like Zundapp Bella .

Oiya , is different from the body of the scooter - scooter Europe are mostly made ​​of iron , the body Topper is made of a lightweight mix of fiber and iron . Yup , on the front panel and the floor , escorted Topper iron material , while the body and the engine cover is made of fiber .

The machine that carried 165cc 2-stroke type is equipped with a CVT automatic transmission power is limited only 5 hp . Interestingly , the HD does not add a fan as other scooter engine . In addition to cooling , HD engine laying horizontally on the lower point to get better airflow under the machine .

Topper has a 5 -inch drum brakes in the front and rear wheels . The front brake lever operated brake with parking brake lock system , and is controlled via the rear pedal , such as the Vespa .

12/2/13

Motorcycle thieves get phobia of Harley Davidson motorcycles in US

NEW YORK - Is that true that Motorcycle thieves get phobia of Harley Davidson motorcycles in US?

The number of cases of motorcycle theft did not only occur in developing countries , in the United States superpower too many cases of theft of both motorcycles and cars .

According to data from the National Insurance Crime Bureau ( NICB ) United States, New York is the city most cases of theft in the land of Uncle Sam . Followed by Las Vegas , San Diego , Indianapolis , and Miami , as reported by USA Today , Friday ( 29/11/2013 ) .



According to data of the total number of cases of motorcycle thefts in the United States in 2012 amounted to 46 061 . This number was down one percent compared to the previous year . As for this year , the brand with that most thieves target is a Honda motorcycle .

Honda motorcycle theft ranks first with a total of 9,082 cases , followed by the brand Yamaha , Suzuki , Kawasaki , and Harley Davidson . For the case of Harley , according to analysts in the U.S. it turns thieves frightened by the owners of the big motorcycles , so they prefer Japanese motorcycles .

This motorcycle theft is more difficult to return to its owners as compared to the case of car theft . Because motorcycles have been stolen and not found , a lot of the parts taken which are then sold abroad through illegal channels .

10/8/13

Harley Davidson engines 1340cc looks very powerful

Munich ,  - This is very good news for automotive fans that Harley Davidson engines 1340cc looks very powerful

Try to observe , first impressions certainly vary. Long , strange and radical . That is the intent and purpose Christoph Madaus , builder German Motorcycle Authority in Munich , Germany when it appeared the motorcycle was named TwinTrax .

2.7 meters in length . When weighed , weighing up to 400 kg ! More closely , it turns out the engine is double , two heart -made by Harley Davidson 1340cc . Means had four cylinders ! If one engine powered 80 PS unit , when coupled to 160 PS .

The whole body is covered with metal . Impression with many complicated and radical angles . Because length is " not common " , the rider must " buckle chest " following the fuel tank . This position is very fitting for a drag race . Rake 63 degrees promising stability when the pace fast .



Madaus also complements his work with light and glass to be lauched on public streets . Due to high winds , it took three brakes with six- piston calipers to hold its speed . Two in front and one behind . Four exhaust pipes condensed into two , placed under the seat .

Sophisticated creations Germany 's skilled hands , their development takes a long time . Madaus admitted for up according to his wish , 12 years .

1/16/13

New Harley-Davidson models like Royal Enfield Thunderbird 500


NEW DELHI -As quoted IndianCarsBikes, HD made ​​in India is still using V-Twin engine with engine capacity of 500cc. HD will also use local components, to pursue the sale price is in the range of 300,000 and 400,000 rupees.

This model is intended for the consumer market of India and also some countries in Asia. Not yet known whether the 500 will also be sold in the United States and Europe.

New Harley-Davidson models have an engine similar to the Royal Enfield Thunderbird 500. Royal Enfield Classic 499cc engine uses two plugs, one cylinder but not the V-Twin models.


 Harley-Davidson serious about playing in the segment medium under 1,000 cc engine. In the Indian automobile market, Harley will begin to spawn the small-engined variant.

When I first touched the Indian market, manufacturers from the United States was immediately decided to open assembly plant facility. Seeing the development of two-wheeler industry, the HD was inevitably follow trends.

Initially, the variant with the smallest engine is a V-Twin engine with a capacity of 883cc Sportsters. Now, the HD will add to the 500cc motorcycle engine. The plan, the 500cc bike will be launched in 2014, in the event the Indian Auto Expo, February 2014.



1/9/13

Big motorcycle carrying 400-500 cc will make the world addicted


New Delhi -Let's talk about this Big motorcycle? Smaller Harley-Davidson carrying 400-500 cc will make the world addicted of driving big motorcycle.  Harley-Davidson Motor little was said autoevolution will be made for the Indian motorcycle market. Market size and potential of the motorcycle market in the country is said Bollywood made ​​Harley-Davidson falter.

If during these motorcycles Harley-Davidson carries a large capacity, for the Indian market, Harley-Davidson plans to make a smaller motorcycle with engine capacity between 400-500 cc.

This news has actually been circulating since last month. However, the surprising, the motor will also still carry the V-Twin engine configuration proved to be sold around the figure of U.S. $ 6,400.

Price is certainly tempting two-wheel enthusiasts although there is no word on whether if it be born this bike will also be deployed to other countries or not.

Chances are, this bike will be demonstrated Harley-Davidson in New Delhi Auto Show 2014.

Harley-Davidson itself previously been rumored to be preparing for an expansion of their assembly plant in India. This is the second Harley assembly plant outside the Americas after Harley had built similar plants in Brazil.

The factory will be built Harley-Davidson is a plant that will assemble Harley-Davidson in full CKD. By doing so, Harley-Davidson expects to reach a competitive price in India where the prices are very sensitive.


News of the major motorcycle manufacturers, Harley-Davidson intends to make a small engined bike for emerging markets seems stronger blows. Rumors mention that a small motor that Harley will be worth not much different from the Kawasaki Ninja 250.

Kawasaki Ninja is currently in Indonesia released at a price of more than 50 million Armed was carrying 250 cc engine. However, Harley-Davidson is reportedly preparing a motor that cost is not far from that figure.



12/14/12

Bruce Willis sells his collection, namely 1962 Cushman Eagle, Harley Davidson Ironhead Sportster XLH 1972, Yamaha TW 1988, Yamaha XT 350 1991 Ducati 1000DS 2005


LOS ANGELES - Five motorcycles Bruce Willis is being auctioned, 1962 Cushman Eagle, Harley Davidson Ironhead Sportster XLH 1972, Yamaha TW 1988, Yamaha XT 350 1991 Ducati 1000DS 2005.


Hollywood action movie lovers surely familiar with this name, Bruce Willis. Ya hotshot bald-headed actor is to enliven the automotive world by auctioning five large motors.

Bruce Willis is auctioning off his five motorcycles online. Willis will donate the auction proceeds is to support the Boot Campaign movement.

Boot Campaign is a non-profit organization based in Texas, USA. These groups give appreciation and support to veterans and wounded soldiers in the war. Boot Campaigne founded on a U.S. military base in Germany.

"I want this bike could be useful for members of the military who have served us. I am grateful to have found the Boot Campaign as a container that holds true heroes of this country. I hope they can do a lot of good for veterans," said the actor who played John McClane in the Die Hard sequel to this.

There are five motor auctioned Willis, where the first bike was auctioned since 6 December. The rest will be auctioned every month until August 2013.


8/12/12

Behati was caught on camera with Adam Levine, Maroon 5 frontman


Hollywood - As Model, Behati was born in Namibia. In addition to Victoria's Secret, she has often appeared in the fashion shows famous designers such as Chanel, Dolce and Gabbana, Prada, and Versace.

After breaking up with Anne Vyalitsyna, Maroon 5 frontman Adam Levine fell in love with Victoria's Secret models, namely, Behati Prinsloo. Their relationship is now even more intimate look.

On Tuesday (08/07/2012), Adam invites her idol was seen around Hollywood by riding his Harley Davidson motorcycle. Behati looks really enjoyed dibonceng her lover.

Adam was seen wearing a casual white shirt and jeans. Meanwhile, Behati appeared wearing a tank top, jeans, boots, and not behind it as well wear a helmet.

Behati news dating Adam was first circulated in July. At that time, Adam was caught on camera kissing a model in Kauai, Hawaii.




11/6/11

Recalling 25 different variants of Harley-Davidson

LOS ANGELES - There are about 25 different variants of Harley-Davidson manufactured between 2009 to 2012. Some 250,000 motorcycles sold in the U.S., while the remaining 50,000 units in other countries.


Harley-Davidson announced the recall of 308,474 units of motorcycles and motor tricycles.


Recalled variants
of Harley-Davidson
  • 2011 H-D / FLHXSE2
  • 2012 H-D / FLHXSE3
  • 2011 H-D / FLHXXX
  • 2009 H-D / FLTR
  • 2009 H-D / FLTRSE3
  • 2010-2012 H-D / FLTRU
  • 2011 H-D / FLTRUSE
  • 2010-2012 H-D / FLTRX
  • 2012 H-D / FLTRXSE
  • 2009-2012 H-D / FLHP
  • 2009-2011 H-D / FLHPE
  • 2009-2012 H-D / FLHR
  • 2009-2012 H-D / FLHRC
  • 2009-2010 H-D / FLHT
  • 2009-2012 H-D / FLHTC
  • 2009-2012 H-D / FLHTCU
  • 2009 H-D / FLHTCUSE4
  • 2010 H-D / FLHTCUSE5
  • 2011 H-D / FLHTCUSE6
  • 2012 H-D / FLHTCUSE7
  • 2009-2012 H-D / FLHTCUTG
  • 2010-2012 H-D / FLHTK
  • 2009-2012 H-D / FLHTP
  • 2009-2012 H-D / FLHX
  • 2010 H-D / FLHXSE

As announced the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) found an error on the rear brake switch, which is exposed to heat from the exhaust system.

If this happens, the rear brake lights light up the possibility of failure. May also interfere with the brake system. NHTSA said that this condition could lead to crashes.

Harley-Davidson will replace the brake light switch free of charge. However, it's not explained what it will be done to damage of the brake system conditions.