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HARLEY-DAVIDSON MODEL YEAR 2022 MOTORCYCLES REVEALED

  • Harley-Davidson today revealed a portion of its 2022 motorcycle line-up, arriving at authorised Harley-Davidson UK & Ireland dealerships in the coming weeks, with additional new motorcycle models to be unveiled later this month. The limited-production 2022 models from Harley-Davidson® Custom Vehicle Operations™ (CVO™) and more new Harley-Davidson motorcycle models will be revealed during the “Further. Faster.” World Premiere Event on Wednesday January 26 at 16.00 GMT.

    “We are looking forward to introducing the full 2022 motorcycle line-up on January 26th at the ‘Further. Faster.’ World Premiere Event – we hope you join us for the show!” said Jochen Zeitz, Chairman, President and CEO, Harley-Davidson.

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SPORT

The Harley-Davidson® Sportster® S model is a performance cruiser motorcycle that combines incredible power with contemporary technology and unrestrained styling. Sportster S is powered by the 121-horsepower Revolution® Max 1250T engine that puts the Sportster S rider in command of unrelenting, on-demand torque. A taut, lightweight chassis and premium suspension deliver responsive, intuitive handling. For 2022 the Sportster S model is offered in Vivid Black and two new colours: White Sand Pearl and Mineral Green Metallic.

ADVENTURE TOURING

Since launching in February 2021, the Pan America™ 1250 Special and Pan America™ 1250 adventure touring motorcycles have taken the ADV world by storm. In fact, the Pan America 1250 Special has become the #1 selling adventure touring motorcycle in North America and was named Best Adventure Bike and Motorcycle of the Year by Motorcycle.com.

Rugged, powerful, technologically advanced multi-purpose vehicles, the Pan America 1250 models are designed from the ground up to inspire rider confidence and fuel the spirit of adventure on and off-road. For 2022, the Pan America 1250 Special and Pan America 1250 models feature improved visibility of information on the TFT display screen, and extended Vehicle Hill Hold Control active time from 10 seconds to 3 to 5 minutes, under normal conditions. A new colour option for the Pan America 1250 Special model only is Fastback Blue/White Sand.

CRUISER 

To allow any rider to make a personal statement, Harley-Davidson offers a wide variety of motorcycle styles within the Cruiser segment, from nostalgic to very modern. A cruiser rider seeks to disconnect from an increasingly hectic life, and only the world’s most desirable motorcycle company can offer these riders so many ways to reach that goal. For 2022 new paint colours are offered across the Cruiser model line-up.

  • Softail® Standard

With its raw, stripped-down bobber style, this motorcycle is a blank canvas for customisation. New for 2022 Annihilator cast aluminium wheels with Silver finish replace laced wheels.

  • Heritage Classic 114

The quintessential American cruiser, this motorcycle offers show-stopping vintage details and pure rock and roll style. For 2022, the Heritage Classic 114 model will be offered with a new Chrome trim option for the rider who prefers a brighter look.

The Black trim version of the Heritage Classic 114 model features several new styling elements. The powertrain is finished with Wrinkle Black upper rocker covers, camshaft, transmission and primary covers, with contrasting Gloss Black lower rocker covers. Trim details include a Gloss Black rear lightbar, windshield brackets, front lightbar and turn signal standoffs, Black mirrors and triple clamps, Black Anodised wheel hubs and hub cap, and Matte Black exhaust shields with Chrome muffler tips. The Heritage Classic 114 model in Chrome trim is offered with Black 9-Spoke cast aluminium or Chrome Laced wheels; the Black trim version is offered with Black 9-Spoke cast aluminium or Black Laced wheels.

• Street Bob® 114

A gritty, stripped-down bobber cloaked in black and powered by the Milwaukee-Eight ® 114 engine, the Street Bob 114 model is an ideal foundation for customisation based on performance. New for 2022, Annihilator cast aluminium wheels with Gloss Black finish replace laced wheels.

• Fat Boy® 114

The original fat-custom icon commands the road with a steamroller stance. For 2022 its Lakester cast aluminium wheels are re-styled with 11 turbine-like spokes and an open center, and the classic Fat Boy® model tank badge is revised and now has a single trailing “wing” while retaining the centred star.

• Fat Bob® 114

This motorcycle is designed for the street rider with an appetite for muscular power and performance. For 2022, it features a new waterslide fuel tank graphic in an oval shape with “H-D” on lower edge

Sport Glide®

A sweet combination of cruising agility and long-distance touring ability backed by Milwaukee-Eight® 107 power. Detachable hard saddlebags and sleek detachable mini fairing can be quickly removed for stripped-down cruiser style or installed for comfort and versatility on a road trip or daily commute. Inverted forks and rear mono shock with external pre-load adjustment deliver precise handling and ride comfort.

  • Breakout® 114

Takes long, lean muscle to the modern edge with the Milwaukee-Eight® 114 engine that stands out like a flexing bicep. The raked-out styling is inspired by the drag strip, and this bike talks the talk, delivering loads of torque through a huge 240mm rear tyre. Exclusive Gasser II cast aluminium wheels and a riser-mounted digital gauge set this bike apart on the custom cruiser scene.

GRAND AMERICAN TOURING

Harley-Davidson designs its Grand American Touring models for riders forever seeking that next adventure. Grand American Touring models take riders beyond the horizon with the comfort and convenience that makes the journey spectacular, from the company that started the cross-country experience. All Harley-Davidson Grand American Touring models are powered by a smooth-running Milwaukee-Eight® V-Twin engine. Emulsion-technology rear shock absorbers feature a single knob to hydraulically adjust pre-load for optimal ride and control. The 49mm forks with dual bending valve suspension technology deliver linear damping characteristics for a smooth ride. Reflex™ linked Brembo® brakes with ABS are a standard feature on each Touring model.

Cornering Rider Safety Enhancements by Harley-Davidson, standard for all Touring models except for Road King, will assist the rider in maintaining the rider’s intended path through a curve. The option package provides the following enhancements: Electronically Linked Brakes, Cornering-ABS, Cornering-Traction Control with standard and rain mode, Drag Torque Slip Control, Vehicle Hold Control, and Tyre Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS).

For 2022 these Grand American Touring models feature new paint colour options.

Road King®

A stripped-down highway legend with neo-classic chrome styling and modern touring performance. Powered by Milwaukee-Eight 107 engine.

  • Road King® Special

A custom bagger with top-of-the-line power and a commanding presence for the rider seeking hot rod performance with iconic Harley-Davidson style. Features a Daymaker® LED headlamp, Prodigy custom wheels and Milwaukee-Eight® 114 engine.

  • Street Glide® Special

The original slammed factory-custom bagger offers highway-shredding power and a choice of blacked-out or chrome finish. Features a Daymaker LED headlamp, Boom!™ Box GTS infotainment system, Prodigy custom wheels and Milwaukee-Eight 114 engine.

  • Road Glide® Special

The menacing visage of the frame-mounted, aerodynamic shark nose fairing sets the tone for this performance bagger offered with a blacked-out or chrome finish. Features include dual Daymaker LED headlamps, Boom!™ Box GTS infotainment system, Prodigy custom wheels and Milwaukee-Eight 114 engine.

  • Ultra Limited

For the rider seeking a premium, fully loaded touring experience with zero compromises. Features include Tour-Pak® luggage carrier, Boom!™ Box GTS infotainment system, heated hand grips, cruise control, Daymaker LED lighting, Slicer II custom wheels and Twin Cooled™ Milwaukee-Eight® 114 engine.

  • Road Glide® Limited

A masterful touring machine built to cover mile after mile with gear and a passenger. Features include a frame-mounted, aerodynamic shark nose fairing with dual Daymaker LED headlamps, Tour-Pak® luggage carrier, Boom!™ Box GTS infotainment system, heated hand grips, cruise control, Slicer II custom wheels and Twin Cooled™ Milwaukee-Eight® 114 engine

TRIKE

Harley-Davidson® Trike models offer veteran riders and new riders alike the confidence boost of three-wheels, plus ample and handy storage for road trips. Riders can count on the performance of a chassis engineered by Harley-Davidson as a trike from the wheels up.

  • Freewheeler

This cruiser-inspired trike offers hot-rod attitude on three wheels with mini ape hanger handlebar, bobtail fenders, chrome Hiawatha headlamp, Enforcer wheels and slash cut pipes, standard Cornering Rider Safety Enhancements by Harley-Davidson and the Milwaukee-Eight 114 engine. New for 2022 is a Chrome and Gloss Black tank medallion in a classic “V” shape. A new optional two-tone paint scheme in Midnight Crimson/Vivid Black is applied to the front and rear fenders and the fuel tank.

  • Tri Glide® Ultra

A long-haul American touring trike designed to go the distance with comfort, torque and style. Features include Tomahawk™ custom wheels, premium Boom!™ Box GTS infotainment system, trunk and King Tour-Pak luggage carrier, Daymaker LED headlamp,  standard Cornering Rider Safety Enhancements by Harley-Davidson and Twin Cooled™ Milwaukee-Eight® 114 engine. New for 2022 is an intricate Cloisonné tank medallion in Chrome with Black and Red glass fill, and optional two-tone paint schemes in Midnight Crimson/Vivid Black or Gauntlet Gray Metallic/Vivid Black, each with a dual pinstripe.