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Cruisers

HARLEY-DAVIDSON V-ROD MUSCLE H-D’s deep racing heritage comes screaming to life with the V-Rod Muscle. It starts with a liquid-
cooled 1250cc 60° Revolution V-Twin engine, featuring dual overhead cams and 120 horsepower to
$27,995 the fat rear tyre. High-performance features include Brembo dual disc brakes, assist and slip clutch,
drag-style bars and inverted front forks. You get a look that’s pure, streamlined, American muscle.
Just like you’d expect from its name.
SPECIFICATIONS
Engine: Liquid-cooled, Revolution, 60° V-Twin Seat height: 705mm
Displacement: 1247cc Kerb weight: 307kg
Power/Torque: NA/115Nm @ 6500rpm Fuel capacity: 18.9L
Transmission: 5-speed, multi-plate wet clutch, Warranty/Service interval: 2 years, unlimited
belt fi nal drive km/8000km
Tyres: F: 120/70ZR19 R: 240/40R18

VERDICT: MENACING

The original — and naked — 1975 GL1000 Goldwing set the benchmark for the breed, with its HONDA GL1800C VALKYRIE
horizontally opposed four-cylinder engine and cruising form. Quickly becoming the defi nitive touring
motorcycle thanks to its turbine-smooth power delivery and mile-munching ability, Honda’s Goldwing $21,999
is known by many as the world’s greatest touring motorcycle and is now celebrating 40 years of
production. The Valkyrie has proven itself as a staple in the Goldwing family and as part of the 40th
anniversary celebrations will be released with a commemorative key. The Valkyrie‘s bold look is
chiselled and purposeful, fl owing organically from the solid front quarter to the strong, burly rear.

SPECIFICATIONS
Engine: Liquid-cooled, 4-stroke, 12-valve SOHC Seat height: 734mm
fl at-6 Kerb weight: 341kg (wet)
Displacement: 1832cc Fuel capacity: 23.2L
Power/Torque: NA Warranty/Service interval: 2 years, unlimited
Transmission: 5-Speed, shaft fi nal drive km/12,000km
Tyres: F: 130/60R19 R: 180/55R17
VERDICT: GOLDWING CRUISER

HONDA VT1300CX FURY $15,999 With hand-built appearances radical enough to turn every head and catch every eye, only the
VT1300CX dares to open the door to the most extreme level of custom looks. But once you’re
rolling, the VT1300CX experience is all about that special bond between rider and machine: the
unmistakable big V-Twin pulse, the characteristic Vee engine note and the no-nonsense riding stance
bring you back to the core elements of riding.
SPECIFICATIONS
Engine: Liquid-cooled 52° V-Twin Seat height: 685mm
Displacement: 1312cc Kerb weight: 309kg (wet)
Power/Torque: NA Fuel capacity: 12.8L
Transmission: 5-speed, shaft fi nal drive Warranty/Service interval: 2 years, unlimited
Tyres: F: 90/90–21 R: 200/50-18 km/NA

VERDICT: FACTORY CHOPPER

The CMX is a progressive custom bobber that fuses tradition with ground-breaking new ideas and HONDA CMX ABS $7999
perspectives while offering ample scope for owner customisation. The new CMX is simple and raw
but don’t let the minimalistic design fool you; it is a Honda after all and every tiny detail matters. The
low, lean silhouette is crowned by an iconic fuel tank, aggressively raked front end and fat 16-inch
tyres on large-diameter wheels. The stamped-steel rear fender and narrow frame body result in a
stripped form expressing offbeat individuality from every angle.

SPECIFICATIONS
Engine: Liquid-cooled, parallel-twin, four-stroke Seat height: 690mm
Displacement: 471cc Kerb weight: 187.8 (wet)
Power/Torque: NA Fuel capacity: 11.2L
Transmission: 6-Speed, chain fi nal drive Warranty/Service interval: 2 years, unlimited
Tyres: F: 130/90–16 R: 150/80-16 km/NA

VERDICT: CUSTOM LEARNER LAMS APPROVED

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