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1. How much did you pay for your last Harley-Davidson motorcycle?

NEW purchase @ Harley's M.S.R.P. (13) 43%
NEW purchase below Harley's M.S.R.P. (4) 13%
NEW purchase above Harley's M.S.R.P. (5) 17%
USED purchase @ Kelly Blue Book (KBB) or NADA suggested value (1) 3%
USED purchase below Kelly Blue Book (KBB) or NADA suggested value (4) 13%
USED purchase above Kelly Blue Book (KBB) or NADA suggested value (0) 0%
Don't know/Don't remember/Don't want to disclose (2) 7%
Don't own a Harley motorcycle... just a t-shirt (1) 3%

2. After you purchased your motorcycle, what was the first thing you customized/changed/added?

Paint (1) 3%
Exhaust (14) 47%
Gas Tank (2) 7%
Engine/Motor (0) 0%
Trans/Drivetrain (0) 0%
Handlebars (1) 3%
Tires/Wheels (3) 10%
Chrome (4) 13%
Electronics (GPS, Radio, Intercom, etc.) (0) 0%
Fenders (1) 3%
Engine Guard/Highway Pegs (4) 13%

3. What is the total investment you have made in customizing your Harley-Davidson motorcycle

$0 (0) 0%
$1-$500 (4) 13%
$501-$1000 (8) 27%
$1001-$1500 (4) 13%
$1501-$2000 (6) 20%
$2001-$2500 (2) 7%
$2501-$3000 (1) 3%
$3001-$4000 (0) 0%
$4001-$5000 (1) 3%
$5001+ (4) 13%

4. Where did you buy your Harley-Davidson motorcycle?

NEW from Harley-Davidson Dealer (23) 77%
USED from Harley-Davidson Dealer (5) 17%
USED from local owner (1) 3%
USED from ad in print publication (0) 0%
USED from ad on internet site (0) 0%
Still don't own a Harley-Davidson motorcycle, just a t-shirt (1) 3%

5. How many miles on average do you ride your Harley-Davidson motorcycle?

0. I don't own a Harley, just a t-shirt (1) 3%
1-500 miles (2) 7%
501-1000 miles (0) 0%
1001-2000 miles (3) 10%
2001-5000 miles (6) 20%
5001-7500 miles (7) 23%
7501-10,000 miles (4) 13%
10,001 - 15,000 miles (4) 13%
15,001 miles + (3) 10%


Reader Survey
1. Harley-Davidson recently debuted a new motorcycle, the Sportster 1200N Nightster. The motorcycle includes several unique features for Harley including chopped front/rear fenders, side-mount license plate, stop-tail-turn signals, front fork gaiters, rawboned graphics and a new finish on the V-Twin Evolution engine. Bucking the system, the motorcycle features mostly black features instead of chrome. What do you think of the new Nightster design from Harley?

N- Doesn't make it out of neutral (2) 2%
1- First gear because it has some hits, but not enough (2) 2%
2- Second gear thanks to a rolling start with the lessons learned from the V-Rod (3) 2%
3- Third Gear due to the combination of a big engine on a lighter frame (4) 3%
4- Four gear appreciation for Old School motorcycles (26) 20%
5- Fifth gear on the rear end of the Big V-Twins (20) 15%
6- Sixth gear overdrive with the best style, function and price for Harley (73) 56%

2. Which motorcycle are you more likely to buy?

Nightster (114) 88%
V-Rod (4) 3%
Buell (4) 3%
Import (4) 3%
None (4) 3%

3. What is your favorite feature of the new Harley-Davidson 1200N Nightster?

Chopped front/rear fenders (18) 14%
Side-mount license plate (6) 5%
Stop-tail-turn signals (7) 5%
Low seat height (11) 8%
Old school front fork gaiters (10) 8%
Rawbone graphics (7) 5%
New finish on the V-Twin Evolution engine (4) 3%
Black styling, lack of chrome (61) 47%
MSRP- sticker price (6) 5%



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Posted by: host 7/14/2006
NEW SCREAMIN’ EAGLE SOFTAIL SPRINGER LEADS WITH STYLE

 

Milwakee, Wis. (July 14, 2006) - A piece of shimmering, rolling artwork, the new FXSTSSE Screamin’ Eagle Softail Springer is set to dazzle the neighborhood every time it hits the streets. This new creation from Harley-Davidson Custom Vehicle Operations (CVO) takes one of the most remarkable motorcycles in the Harley-Davidson line and pushes it over the edge, with asphalt-shaking power, blinding chrome, extreme color-matching and custom innovation. The result is a Bobtail beauty that cuts an unmistakable profile.

 

The Harley-Davidson CVO program creates limited-production, exclusive motorcycles produced by a team of highly skilled technicians in a special assembly area at the Harley-Davidson plants in York, Pa., and Kansas City. Approximately 2,500 examples of the 2007 Screamin’ Eagle Softail Springer will be assembled at the York Vehicle Operations facility. The suggested U.S. retail price for the 2007 Screamin’ Eagle Softail Springer is $24,995 (25,095 in California).

 

It all starts between the wheels. The Screamin’ Eagle Softail Springer is powered by the largest-displacement production engine ever offered by Harley-Davidson, the 110-cid (1800cc) Twin Cam 110B, a high-performance V-Twin engine that delivers 105 ft. lbs. of torque at 3000 rpm. The engine is rigid-mounted in the Softail frame and equipped with internal counter-balance shafts that eliminate 90 percent of primary engine vibration. Electronic Sequential Port Fuel Injection (ESPFI) is standard on the Twin Cam 110B. Chrome shotgun exhaust exits through slash-down mufflers. The engine is mated to a new 6-speed Cruise Drive transmission for lower cruising rpm in top gear. The powertrain is finished in silver powder-coat with chrome covers.

 

The distinctive Springer front end is executed with painted rigid forks, color-matched to the paint scheme on the bodywork, with chromed spring fork suspension components. The forks hold a 21-inch Revolver Chrome, 10-spoke Forged Aluminum wheel. A 1.25-inch diameter handlebar is secured with new smooth clamps, and tucked between the clamps is a mini-tachometer with a new smooth bezel. The Screamin’ Eagle Softail Springer launches a new Centerline accessory collection that includes grips, pegs and brake and shifter pedals.

 

The smooth contours of a new console flow with the shape of the handlebar clamps and the tach. Ribs molded into the console continue along the length of the two-up leather seat. The seat carries the eye over a classic Bobtail fender that covers a fat, 200mm rear tire on a 17-inch Revolver Chrome, 10-spoke Forged Aluminum wheel. The fender also holds a new Tri-Bar LED tail lamp, which is tightly packaged to give the back end a modern, custom look.

 

The Screamin’ Eagle Softail Springer will be offered in three exclusive color combinations: Canyon Copper and Candy Red, Abyss Blue and Blue Pearl, and Amarillo Gold and Candy Tangerine. Frame and swing arm paint color is coordinated with each paint pattern. A Harley-Davidson Smart Security System with Smart Siren, an indoor storage cover with CVO logo, and a commemorative CVO key in a presentation box are also included.

 

Features of the 2007 FXSTSSE Screamin’ Eagle Softail Springer include:

  • Counterbalanced, Air-cooled Twin Cam 110B engine
  • 6-speed Cruise Drive transmission
  • Screamin' Eagle Stage 1 air cleaner kit
  • Chrome Shotgun Slash Down Mufflers with chrome shields
  • Black 1.4 kW starter
  • Color-matched powdercoated frame and swingarm
  • Color-matched FX Springer rigid forks and upper triple clamp
  • Color-matched oil tank
  • Color-matched frame inserts
  • Color-matched seat post and muffler support bracket
  • 21-inch Revolver Chrome, 10-spoke Forged Aluminum front wheel
  • 17-inch Revolver Chrome, 10-spoke Forged Aluminum rear wheel
  • Revolver chrome 66-tooth sprocket
  • Revolver brake rotors
  • Chrome wheel spacers
  • 200mm rear tire
  • Lowered rear suspension
  • Rear fender support cover accents
  • Tri-bar LED tail light
  • High performance hydraulic clutch actuation
  • Round shaped chrome air cleaner cover
  • Custom air cleaner insert
  • Low-profile chrome fuel tank console
  • 1.25-inch handlebar with internal wires
  • Chrome handlebar risers
  • New Centerline collection:            
  • Grips            
  • Rider and passenger foot pegs            
  • Shifter peg            
  • Small brake pedal pad
  • Chrome rear brake lever
  • Chrome shift linkage
  • Chrome shifter lever
  • Chrome forward control mounts
  • Flush mount fuel cap and fuel gauge
  • Chrome tachometer mount
  • Upper riser clamps
  • Clear coated, braided stainless steel front brake line
  • Clear coated, braided stainless steel hydraulic clutch line and throttle/idle cables
  • Custom leather two-up seat with ribbed insert
  • Derby cover with decorative insert
  • Timer cover with decorative insert
  • Chrome debris deflector
  • Chrome voltage regulator
  • Silver brake calipers with billet-style chrome inserts
  • Chrome front brake and hydraulic clutch levers
  • Smoked turn signal lenses with amber bulbs
  • Spun aluminum metal-faced speedo and tachometer
  • Chrome clutch line clamps
  • Chrome front/rear master cylinder reservoir covers
  • Chrome headbolt covers
  • Chrome upper belt guard
  • Chrome master cylinder assemblies
  • Chrome sprocket bolt covers
  • Chrome switch housings
  • Chrome tachometer can
  • Chrome valve stem caps
  • Chrome front and rear axle nut covers
  • Chrome swingarm pivot bolt covers
  • SYN3 synthetic lubricant
  • Harley-Davidson Smart Security System with Smart Siren
  • Indoor storage cover with embroidered CVO logo
  • Commemorative CVO ignition key standard

    For additional information on Harley-Davidson Genuine Motor Parts and Genuine Motor Accessories see your local Harley-Davidson dealer or visit the Harley-Davidson Web site at www.harley-davidson.com. To find a dealer near you, call toll free 1-800-443-2153 in the U.S.A. or Canada.


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