If you love the rumble of a Harley’s engine, this post is for you. Because we love Harley Davidson models just as much as the next fan out there, we wanted to take the time to highlight what Harley Davidson has in store for 2017. If you are already toying with the idea of finding a Harley Davidson for sale, don’t forget to check out the deals listed on Auto Mart!
With a total of nine ranges of over 30 absolutely stunning models to choose from, this writer wanted to take a closer look at the Harley Davidson motorcycles that will be gracing our streets this year, so let’s get started.
In part one of this three part post series to come over the next couple of weeks, we are taking a look at the 2017 Street, Harley Sportster and the 2017 Dyna models.
2017 Harley Davidson Street
With just the Harley-Davidson Street 750 model, you can expect everything from a nimble chassis and world-class ABS, to the powerful 750 cc Revolution X liquid-cooled engine. With a two tone paint option, the Street 750 features a nimble suspension that is tuned for quick handling, making it a stunning Harley for the city streets.
Designed to enjoy city streets, the Street 750 has a narrow profile, a tight wheelbase and a stunningly designed teardrop fuel tank and fenders of Milwaukee steel.
Street 750 | Image Source: Harley Davidson Website.
Colour options range from Fire Red and Fire Red Deluxe, to Black Denim, Vivid Black and Vivid Black Deluxe. In terms of rims, you can expect black cast aluminium rims with a beautiful seven spoke design and machined highlights on the rim itself as well.
| Street 750 | |
| Engine | V-Twin Revolution X Liquid Cooled |
| Displacement | 749 cc |
| Torque | 59 Nm @ 4 000 rpm |
| Dimensions Seat Height: Length: | 710 mm 2 225 mm |
| Dry Weight | 223 kilogrammes |
| Fuel Capacity | 13.1 litres |
| Starting Price | R 99 000 |
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The 2017 Sportster
An addition to Harley Davidson models that are hard not to fall in love with, there are six Sportster models in the range to choose from, each more alluring than the next. Quite the American legends, these models not only feature that classic look and style, but offers power and agility.
The Iron 883 boasts black cast aluminium wheels and a stripped down, custom style that is uniquely Harley. With a fine tuned suspension, narrow and agile frame, ABS and a range of colour options, this raw motorcycle is nothing short of hot.
2017 Iron 883 | Image Source: Harley Davidson Website.
The Superlow Sportster model has a low centre of gravity and offers easy handling, a balanced stance on the road and an adjustable suspension. A beautiful bike with authentic styling, the Superlow offers a lean frame that most definitely doesn’t skimp on comfort. Some colour options available include Vivid Black and a Two-tone Crushed Ice Pearl and Frosted Teal Pearl.
If you are looking for that classic Harley Sportster look, the 1200 Custom offers pull back buckhorn bars, low-end torque and steel laced wheels. You can also expect not only a comfortable seat and powerful ABS brakes, but an adjustable rear suspension as well.
Large front forks, cast aluminium wheels, 70s inspired graphics on the tank and floating rotors are all distinctive of the Forty-Eight. Keeping that Harley Davidson signature bulldog stance, the Forty-Eight offers not only comfort and an adjustable rear suspension, but a look that will not soon be forgotten.
2017 Forty-Eight | Image Source: Harley Davidson Website.
Offering a ride you will not want to stop, the Superlow 1200T has an adjustable suspension enabling you to take on both city streets and the open road with comfort and ease. Featuring a two-up seat and detachable windshield, these Harley Davidson motorcycles have a low centre of gravity, delivering an enjoyable ride every time.
With agile handling, low-end torque and a custom style, the 1200CX Roadster has an aggressive yet comfortable seat position. Featuring an adjustable rear suspension, superior cornering, dual disc brakes, dual gauge instrumentation and mid-mount controls, this bike is definitely worth a closer (drooling) look.
| XL883N Iron 883 | XL883L Superlow | XL1200C 1200 Custom | XL1200X Forty-Eight | XL1200T Superlow 1200 T | XL 1200CX Roadster | |
| Engine | Evolution Air-cooled | Evolution Air-cooled | Evolution Air-cooled | Evolution Air-cooled | Evolution Air-cooled | Evolution Air-cooled |
| Displacement | 883 cc | 883 cc | 1 202 cc | 1 202 cc | 1 202 cc | 1 202 cc |
| Torque | 69 Nm @ 4 750 rpm | 69 Nm @ 4 750 rpm | 96 Nm @ 3 500 rpm | 96 Nm @ 3 500 rpm | 96 Nm @ 3 500 rpm | 96 Nm @ 4 000 rpm |
| Dimensions Seat Height: Length: | 760 mm 2 185 mm | 705 mm 2 225 mm | 725 mm 2 225 mm | 710 mm 2 165 mm | 705 mm 2 210 mm | 785 mm 2 185 mm |
| Dry Weight | 247 kg | 247 kg | 255 kg | 247 kg | 263 kg | 250 kg |
| Fuel Capacity | 12.5 litres | 17.0 litres | 17.0 litres | 7.9 litres | 17.0 litres | 12.5 litres |
| Starting Price | R 130 000 | R 126 000 | R 153 000 | R 155 000 | R 163 000 | R 163 000 |
2017 Harley-Davidson Dyna
Delivering a big performance coupled with a raw, custom design, the Dyna Harley Davidson models are nothing short of stunning. Able to make any Harley fan’s heart skip a beat, there are a total of four 2017 Dyna models to choose from in South Africa.
The Street Bob was designed with the bobber philosophy of “if it weighs you down, get rid of it”. Sporting a chopped rear fender, solo seat and post-war bobber look and feel, the Street Bob also features a 45˚ V-twin heart, a six-speed cruise drive transmission and a stiff chassis for great handling.
2017 Street Bob | Image Source: Harley Davidson Website.
Ride it long, often and hard, the Low Rider model features mid-mount controls, an adjustable seat and handlebars, and the stunning curves of a big, two-in-one exhaust. With beefy front dual disc brakes and, like the other models in the Dyna family, a six-speed cruise drive transmission, these Harley Davidson motorcycles are designed with the comfort of the rider in mind.
The Wide Glide, much like the other models in the Dyna range, boast an authentic, old school chopper look. This Harley is beautifully complimented by a Tommy Gun exhaust and a wide fork design straddling a 21 inch laced wheel. With available flame designs on the tank, this Harley Davidson for sale offers not only style, but rider comfort as well.
2017 Fat Bob | Image Source: Harley Davidson Website.
A not so subtle Harley, the Fat Bob features styling elements like a custom taillight, the unique dual headlight and rubber rolling on the machines disc wheels. The Tommy Gin exhaust, dual disc brakes and the powerful Twin Cam 103 engine found in all the Dyna models, makes it not only pretty, but tough as well.
| FXDB Street Bob | FXDL Low Rider | FXDF Fat Bob | FXDWG Wide Glide | |
| Engine | Twin Cam 103 Air-Cooled | Twin Cam 103 Air-Cooled | Twin Cam 103 Air-Cooled | Twin Cam 103 Air-Cooled |
| Displacement | 1 690 cc | 1 690 cc | 1 690 cc | 1 690 cc |
| Torque | 126 Nm @ 3 250 rpm | 126 Nm @ 3 250 rpm | 130 Nm @ 3 500 rpm | 130 Nm @ 3 500 rpm |
| Dimensions Seat Height: Length: | 680 mm 2 395 mm | 700 mm 2 345 mm | 705 mm 2 400 mm | 680 mm 2 445 mm |
| Dry Weight | 291 kg | 296 kg | 307 kg | 295 kg |
| Fuel Capacity | 17.8 litres | 17.8 litres | 18.9 litres | 17.8 litres |
| Starting Price | R 183 000 | R 206 000 | R 215 000 | R 214 000 |
Another model variant also available from this Harley Range includes the Low Rider S which has a starting price of around R 255 000.
Ready to find your dream Harley Davidson for sale? Check out the used models advertised on Auto Mart to find a Harley that will not only deliver an exhilarating performance, but stay in budget as well. Don’t forget to keep an eye out for Part 2 of our 2017 Harley Davidson Line-up series where we take a closer look at the Softail, V-Rod and Touring Harleys.
I am a pensioner, but a Harley lover all my life. I have re-build three ex second world war Harley’s. The 5/7,7/9 and the 10/12 with side-car,They were all in running condition when I sold them. ( Stupid as I was). Now I’m a pensioner and can not afford one.
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