New Street Glide, Road Glide and CVO Harley-Davidson models for 2024 now available through dealerships worldwide.
You’d probably have seen our Harley-Davidson (H-D) article from last week, and this is the continuation. On 24 January 2024, four new motorcycle models were revealed.
“These exciting new models represent a new era for Harley-Davidson, elevating every aspect of performance, technology, comfort, and style,” said Jochen Zeitz, Chairman, President and CEO of Harley-Davidson. “Without question, these are the most enticing touring motorcycles ever offered by Harley-Davidson.”
Road Glide and Street Glide
The first two models are the 2024 Road Glide and Street Glide, which are more powerful, lighter, and more dynamic. They feature all-new visual design elements that combine a cohesive dynamic flow from the front fenders to the saddlebags, and an evolved fairing profile that’s both modern and yet retains H-D design DNA.
They also feature an updated Milwaukee-Eight 117 V-Twin engine that features a new cooling system which further optimizes thermal comfort for the rider and enhanced intake and exhaust flow to boost performance.
Selectable Ride Modes, namely Road, Sport, Rain and Custom, electronically control the performance characteristics of the motorcycle.
Both models’ infotainment technology is powered by Skyline OS and presented on a 12.3-inch TFT colour touchscreen that replaces all analogue instrumentation and most switches. Additionally, a new 200-watt audio amplifier powers a pair of fairing-mounted speakers.
Finally, improved aerodynamics enhance rider comfort and reduce subjective helmet buffeting at highway speed by an average of 60 per cent.
Rear suspension travel is increased to 76.2mm. A redesigned one-piece seat shape and padding materials significantly improve long-range comfort for most riders.
If that’s not enough, H-D’s Custom Vehicle Operations or CVO has a couple of models for you.
CVO Road Glide ST
The CVO Road Glide ST is said to be the quickest, fastest, and most sophisticated performance bagger ever produced by H-D, and represents high value to performance-minded riders. A deep solo seat and six-inch riser paired with a moto handlebar put the rider in an aggressive, upright position with West Coast custom style.
Two premium paint choices are available – Golden White Pearl or Raven Metallic. A “Screamin’ Eagle” graphic on the fairing sides and fuel tank is inspired by the Screamin’ Eagle Harley-Davidson Factory motorcycles raced in the MotoAmerica Mission King of the Baggers series. CVO™ 25th Anniversary graphics celebrate a milestone in factory customization.
The Milwaukee-Eight 121 High Output V-Twin engine is exclusive to the CVO Road Glide ST model and is tuned to produce 127hp and 193 Nm of torque. This represents the most horsepower and torque ever from a factory-installed engine in a production H-D motorcycle. A lower final drive ratio makes acceleration even more snappy in every gear.
The CVO Road Glide ST is no featherweight by any stretch of the imagination, but the use of alternate materials helps reduce dry weight to 363 kg. Mufflers have lightweight titanium shells and forged carbon fibre end caps; forged carbon fibre composite is used to form the front fender, seat cowl and tank console; the oil pan is formed of lightweight composite; and wheel design and wave-style front brake rotors are optimized to minimize unsprung weight.
Fully adjustable front and rear suspension include SHOWA rear shock absorbers with remote reservoirs and inverted 47mm SHOWA 1×1 forks at the front. Premium Brembo braking components provide an outstanding braking feel and performance for added rider confidence.
Just like the non-CVO variant, Selectable Ride Modes are present here but with some additions. Road, Sport, Track, Track Plus, Rain, and multiple Custom modes mean the rider can tailor the performance characteristics to one’s personal preference.
Also like the non-CVO model, a Skyline OS-powered infotainment system is fitted, but in the CVO Road Glide ST, the premium audio system features a 500-watt amplifier and Harley-Davidson Audio powered by Rockford Fosgate Stage II 6.5-inch fairing speakers.
CVO Pan America
CVO’s first adventure touring or ADV motorcycle, the CVO Pan America, retains all of the features that have made the Pan America 1250 Special model. These include the Revolution Max 1250 engine, semi-active front and rear suspension, touchscreen display, selectable ride modes, and Daymaker Adaptive Headlamp technology.
Additionally, the CVO Pan America is outfitted with a host of rugged accessories selected to enhance the journey, including Adaptive Ride Height suspension, rugged aluminium top and side cases, a “Screamin’ Eagle” quick-shifter, tubeless laced wheels, auxiliary LED forward lighting and an aluminium skid plate.
For more information visit Harley-Davidson Singapore. Also, check out our review of the 2023 Softail Standard.
Photo Credits: Harley-Davidson
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