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V-ROD MUSCLE


HARLEY-DAVIDSON V-ROD



The New 2009 V-Rod Muscle

The new Muscle has a chiseled, Power-Cruiser presence MILWAUKEE (July 22, 2008) - With sculpted bodywork stretched taut over a powerful new physique, the 2009 VRSCF V-Rod Muscle rides its way onto the Power Cruiser scene with a broad-shouldered presence. Gaping air scoops, sweeping side-pipe

exhaust and a huge rear tire spinning under a clean, clipped fender speak to a contemporary, urban sense of style and performance. The Muscle pushes the Harley-Davidson V-Rod platform into a new turf, where it aims to hold its ground.

The Muscle joins the VRSCAW V-Rod and the VRSCDX Night Rod Special in the 2009 Harley-Davidson VRSC line. Each is powered by the Revolution V-Twin liquid-cooled engine. All V-Rod models also feature a fat, 240 mm rear tire, high-performance Brembo triple-disc brakes with available ABS, and a race-bred clutch with “slipper” action that helps ease drive train effort during downshifting. A long, low profile inspired by the drag strip and the free-revving performance of the Revolution V-Twin give each V-Rod model an unmatched combination of style and performance. VRSC Key Features.


The 1250cc Revolution V-Twin: Standard on all 2009 VRSC models, the 60-degree Revolution 1250cc V-Twin is liquid-cooled and features Electronic Sequential Port Fuel Injection (ESPFI), dual overhead cams, four-valve heads, and a five-speed transmission. The engine is rubber-mounted in a hydroformed steel perimeter frame. A shell covers the large-volume airbox located over the engine. A five-gallon fuel tank is located below the seat on all VRSC models. The engine is tuned to produce up to 125 hp at 8250 rpm and up to 85 ft-lbs. of torque at 7000 rpm.

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Optional ABS: Each VRSC model is available with optional, factory-installed Anti-Lock Braking System (ABS). Designed to work in conjunction with high-performance Brembo triple-disc brakes, this is the most advanced braking system

offered on any power cruiser. ABS is designed to help the rider maintain control during braking events, especially those that happen in less-than-optimal conditions. The components of the Harley-Davidson ABS have been designed and packaged to be virtually invisible, preserving the uncluttered styling of the area around the wheels. Unlike many motorcycle ABS, Harley-Davidson ABS is not a linked system, meaning the rider maintains full, independent control of both front and rear brakes.

The wide, angular air-box cover and chopped tail section look as solid and smooth as billet and give the new V-Rod Muscle lines that are clean and powerful. The size of the massive 240 mm rear tire is accentuated by the new broad, clipped and clean rear fender. The combination stop/tail/turn LED light is tucked under the edge of the rear fender, and the side-mount license plate leaves the fender surface smooth and uncluttered.

Front-end styling balances the rear, with a trimmed fender that’s blacked out behind satin-finished inverted forks and LED turn signals integrated into the mirror stems.

The radiator shrouds are restyled and color-matched to the rest of the bodywork, while the new airbox side covers incorporate air scoop inlets covered with woven wire mesh. The silver five-spoke cast aluminum front and rear wheels are a new design for the V-Rod line.


A new deep seat holds the rider firmly in place against the thrust of the Revolution V-Twin engine. The V-Rod Muscle features forward foot controls, and a new handlebar with internal wiring. The handlebar is 1.5-inch cast aluminum with tubular steel ends and integrated risers. Bold polished forged aluminum triple clamps secure the inverted forks and frame the distinctive V-Rod teardrop reflector optic headlamp, housed in a satin black bucket.


The long profile of a 34-degree fork rake is stretched visually by new “sidepipe” dual exhausts in satin chrome with fat, turn-out mufflers exiting behind the rear axle. The V-Rod Muscle is available in Vivid Black, Brilliant Silver, Dark Blue Denim and Red Hot Sunglo.

New VRSCF V-Rod Muscle features:
• Liquid-cooled, 1250cc Revolution V-Twin engine

• 122 hp at 8250 rpm/85 ft. lbs. torque at 7000 rpm

• Pewter powdercoated powertrain with polished covers

• Assist/Slipper Clutch with reduced lever effort

• New clutch cover with relocated dipstick

• New Satin chrome dual side exhaust with turn-out mufflers

• New Five-spoke cast aluminum 19-inch front wheel

• New Five-spoke cast aluminum 18-inch rear wheel

• New Triple clamps

• New 43 mm Inverted forks

• New stylized rear shocks with black springs

• New airbox cover and side covers

• New front fender with black-out section

• New smooth rear fender

• New LED stop/tail/turn light

• New LED front turn signals integrated in mirror stem

• New seat shape

• New Internally wired handlebar cast with riser

• New instrument graphics and housing

• New side-mount license plate

• Black frame

• 240mm wide rear tire

• Forward foot controls

• Brembo triple-disc brakes

• Teardrop reflector-optic headlight

• 25.6-inch seat height

• Optional ABS

• Optional Smart Security System

Harley-Davidson Motor Company, the only major U.S.-based motorcycle manufacturer, produces heavyweight motorcycles and a complete line of motorcycle parts, accessories and general merchandise.




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