The Revolution was a major departure from the traditional HD engines in so many ways. And because of that, it and the V-Rod models that it powered were very polarizing among Harley Riders. Introduced in the 2002 V-Rod, the Revolution was designed through a partnership with Porsche Engineering Services. The Revolution engine is currently used on only one Harley production model -- the VSRC. While all of the engines previously mentioned are largely the same and represent incremental improvements, the Revolution engine is different. This engine is water-cooled rather than air-cooled and its V angle is 60 degrees rather than 45.
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Overview The VRSC was introduced in 2001 in a single model called the V-Rod. The V-Rod was developed to compete against Japanese and American muscle bikes. The 'V-Rod' made use of the Revolution engine, developed jointly with that, for the first time used and liquid cooling. Unlike other Harley production motorcycles, a 60-degree, the radiator and the frame members support the round-topped cover.
The fuel tank on the V-Rod is located underneath the seat, placing the rider on top of it, rather than the usual frontal placement. The 'tank' in this case is actually the cover for the air box and coolant fill port.
Loosely based on the VR-1000, Harley-Davidson builds it as a platform for competition machines. All VRSC models are produced at Harley-Davidson's Vehicle and Powertrain Operations facility in. The V-Rod's engine, called Revolution, while based on the VR-1000 Superbike engine the Revolution was jointly developed and engineered with the German sports car manufacturer. The VRSC marks Harley's first collaboration with Porsche since the Nova project, which, like the V-Rod, was a radical departure from Harley's traditional lineup until it was cancelled by AMF in 1981 in favor of the. A derivative of the Revolution called the Revolution X was later used on the entry-level, first released in 2014. Public Reception.
Maurice Novoa's Customised Harley Davidson Night Rod Special photographed by Gilbert Rossi at Melbourne Docklands. Car & Driver declared that the Harley-Davidson phenomenon was 'culturally rather than technologically driven; so imagine our surprise at seeing the company's newest ride, the V-Rod, complete with a liquid-cooled DOHC four-valve V-twin developed in partnership with Porsche Engineering.' They added, 'we think the V-Rod is a serious threat to its own stablemates as well as to cruisers from other manufacturers. It's that good'. Motorcycle Cruiser wrote 'The V-Rod was intended to bring in more than the usual suspects, and it did.
It became the company's best-selling bike in other countries. In America, V-Rod buyers often came from other brands, attracted by its modern engine, excellent performance and not-the-usual-cruiser style'. 2001 VRSCA V-Rod at Porsche Museum VRSCA V-Rod Model years: 2002–2006. The original V-Rod had a 1,131 cubic centimetres (69.0 cu in) Revolution Engine, producing a claimed 115 horsepower (86 kW) at the crank. The V-Rod had 49 mm forks and a 180 mm rear tire, with solid disc wheels. The VRSCAs were all factory equipped with 3.7 US gallons (14 l; 3.1 imp gal) fuel tanks. In 2006 the VRSCA was equipped with Brembo brakes.
The VRSCA was only offered with forward controls. 2003 models were included in the 100th anniversary edition. VRSCAW V-Rod Model years: 2007–2010. The VRSCAW V-Rod is the successor to the VRSCA. First Produced in 2007, it is essentially a VRSCA with a new frame to accommodate the 240 mm rear tire and five gallon gas tank that came standard.
The aluminum bodywork of the VRSCA was used in a few early-production VRSCAW models, but was later dropped. With these changes the VRSCAW is a claimed 37 pounds (17 kg) heavier than its predecessor. For the first production year the power-plant remained an unchanged 1,130 cubic centimetres (69 cu in) Revolution engine. The VRSCAW is only offered with forward controls. The combination of increased weight, and a 240 mm rear tire with no power increase made the 2007 VRSCAW the slowest production VRSC produced In 2008 the VRSCAW V-Rod's Revolution was increased from 1,131 cc to 1,247 cubic centimetres (76.1 cu in), producing a claimed 84 pound force-feet (114 N⋅m) @ 7,000 rpm, and peak power of 123 horsepower (92 kW) at the crankshaft, a was also added, as was an option. For the 2009 model year the VRSCAW replaced the VRSCD, which was dropped from the line, as the 'base model' for the VRSC family, and the was reduced.
VRSCB V-Rod VRSCB V-Rod Model years: 2004–2005. The VRSCB V-Rod had a two-year run. It was mechanically identical to the VRSCA, with cosmetic differences included a black frame, polished aluminum and black powder-coated engine, and a slightly different clamshell, instrument housing. The VRSCB was only offered with forward controls. VRSCD Night Rod Model years: 2006–2008. The Night Rod was introduced in 2006 as the “new hot rod-inspired motorcycle” built around the Revolution engine.
The Night Rod has mid controls similar to the 2006 Street Rod. These are the only two V-Rod models with mid controls (Rear sets). Straight-shot mufflers helped the Revolution Engine to produce a claimed 120 horsepower (89 kW) at the crank.
The Night Rod had a black frame, black and chrome engine, Brembo brakes, slotted aluminum disk wheels, and a color-matched. In 2008 the VRSCD Night Rod's Revolution was increased from 1,131 to 1,247 cubic centimetres (69.0 to 76.1 cu in), producing a claimed 85 pound force-feet (115 N⋅m) @ 7,000 rpm, and peak power of 125 horsepower (93 kW) at the crank, a slipper clutch was also added, as was an ABS option. For the 2008 model year, the VRSCD was the only remaining VRSC model to still have a 180 mm rear tire or mid-pegs. 2008 was also the final year of production for the VRSCD Night Rod. VRSCDX Night Rod Special Model years: 2007–2017.
VRSCDX Night Rod Special The VRSCDX is marketed as the factory made custom version of the standard Night Rod and is also part of Harley-Davidson's 'Dark Custom' series. In addition to a 240 mm wide rear tire, most of the chrome components of the VRSCD were replaced with black. The wheels were replaced by black slotted disk wheels, with dark orange pin striping. The Straight shot produced a claimed 120 horsepower (89 kW) at the crank.
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In 2008 the VRSCDX Night Rod Special's Revolution was increased from 1,131 to 1,247 cubic centimetres (69.0 to 76.1 cu in), producing claimed of 85 pound force-feet (115 N⋅m) @ 7,000 rpm, and peak power of 125 horsepower (93 kW) at the crank, a slipper-clutch was also added, as was an ABS option. For the 2012 model year, Harley-Davidson launched a tenth anniversary version of the Night Rod Special.
This model had a straight-shot exhaust with dual, chrome slash-cut mufflers and chrome exhaust shield; split five-spoke cast aluminum wheels with diamond cut highlights; pullback handlebar with polished finish; inverted front forks in silver and polished finishes; stylized, chrome speed screen visor; graphics, including V-Rod 10th anniversary emblem; and chrome with platinum and heads. VRSCF V-Rod Muscle. VRSCF V-Rod Muscle Model years: 2009–2017. The V-Rod Muscle was introduced in the summer of 2008 at the Harley-Davidson dealer show in for the 2009 production model year. In promoting the Muscle, American was hired for an advertising campaign aimed at younger, urban riders. It would be one of only three VRSC models for 2009.
Like the other two models, the Muscle used the 1,247 cubic centimetres (76.1 cu in) Revolution Engine, a 240 mm wide rear tire, 5 US gallons (19 l; 4.2 imp gal) fuel tank, slipper clutch and forward controls. Unlike the other models in the VRSC lineup, the Muscle had straight shot dual exhausts, with a crossover, one on each side of the bike, unlike the 212 exhaust found on all other VRSC models. Additionally, the Muscle used an air-box with mock-up air-rams like those found on many American pony. In the production version of the bike the air-rams are cosmetic. The VRSCF also had a chopped rear fender with integrated turn signals, and a side-mounted license plate. Were integrated into the for the first time as a stock feature on a Harley-Davidson motorcycle. The VRSCF provided at the crank a claimed 86 pound force-feet (117 N⋅m) of torque at 6,500 rpm, which was slightly more torque than the other VRSC models, at a slightly lower engine speeds.
Claimed peak crank horsepower was slightly lower than the Night Rod Special, at 122 horsepower (91 kW) at 500 rpm lower engine speed. VRSCSE Screamin' Eagle CVO V-Rod Model years: 2005. In 2005 Harley-Davidson's produced their first V-Rod. The dimensions were identical to the VRSCA at the time, but the VRSCSE had extra chrome, custom paint, and not the typical 'clamshell' found on other VRSC models.
The VRSCSE had a 1,247 cc Revolution Engine, with CNC ported heads. VRSCSE2 Screamin' Eagle CVO V-Rod Model years: 2006. The VRSCSE2 was the first V-Rod or VRSC model with a 240 mm rear tire. It also used the Screamin' Eagle 1,247 cc Revolution Engine. VRSCR Street Rod. VRSCR Street Rod Model years: 2006–2007.
The Street Rod was marketed as the “roadster-inspired” member of the VRSC line. The Street Rod was the first VRSC to use inverted forks made by, with a steep rake and also was the first to use brakes. It had the highest seat height at 30 inches (76 cm) of any VRSC model, and claimed the greatest at 40°, over the 32° lean of the other VRSC models.
The Street Rod came equipped solely with mid-mounted controls. The Street Rod was the first with a 5-gallon tank in the 2006 year model, that would become standard for the line in 2007.Of the various versions of the V-Rod, the VRSCR Street Rod roadster was aimed primarily at the European market and was best able to handle the engine's 120 bhp output. MCN wrote: 'The Harley-Davidson Street Rod has sharper steering, four-piston brakes made for Harley by Brembo, new upswept exhausts for extra ground clearance, and a revised riding position makes this a Harley like no other – one that attacks corners with glee'. VRSCX V-Rod Model years: 2007.
Harley-Davidson put out the VRSCX as a Screamin' Eagle Tribute bike during the Harley V-Rod's second consecutive Championship. The VRSCX had the same dimensions as the 2007 VRSCAW, featuring the 240 mm rear tire, 5 gallon gas tank, and forward controls. However, the VRSCX also had paintwork similar to the pro stock V-Rod, a smoked drag-visor windshield, as well as the 1,247 cc Screamin' Eagle Revolution Engine. 1400 were built. VRXSE V-Rod 'Destroyer'. VRXSE V-Rod 'Destroyer' In 2006 Harley-Davidson Introduced a non- eight-second drag bike nicknamed 'the Destroyer'.
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Harley Revolution Engine Parts Many riders see Harley as a Heritage only brand, with bikes that don’t necessarily push the envelope in motorcycle technology. But the narrative isn’t really true about the MOCO. At times, they have stepped out of their comfort zone to create new and exciting models and even engines. The V-Rod with the Revolution engine is a perfect example of this. While the Revolution engine is indeed a V-Twin engine, that’s where most of the similarities with their other mills ends. The Revolution was a major departure from the traditional HD engines in so many ways. And because of that, it and the V-Rod models that it powered were very polarizing among Harley Riders.
Introduced in the 2002 V-Rod, the Revolution was designed through a partnership with Porsche Engineering Services. With the help from Porsche, they based the Revolution off of their VR1000 Superbike Racing engine. What they ended up with was the first HD engine to feature DOHC and liquid cooling, all in a 60-degree configuration. The Revolution is fueled through EFI, making precise tuning available through map tuners. Using a combination of rubber mounting and an internal counter balancer, the Revo churns power smoothly. The transmission is separate from the mill and is a five speed. Though the Revolution and the V-Rod may have been discontinued for the 2018 model year and beyond, their advanced design still lives on.
The new Street models sport the newer Revolution X engine which was based heavily on the original Revolution design. It has helped Harley move from a purely heritage based brand to a blend of heritage and performance. The Revolution in the VRSC models has helped draw more performance oriented riders to the Bar and Shield. And to this day, there are still many enthusiasts riding the V-Rods.
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