CVO Street Glide and CVO Road Glide Powered
by Milwaukee-Eight VVT 121 Engine
MILWAUKEE, June 7, 2023
/PRNewswire/ -- Harley-Davidson (NYSE: HOG) elevates the motorcycle
riding experience with the mid-year introduction of two premium
2023 models from Custom Vehicle Operations™ (CVO™). The new CVO™
Street Glide® and CVO™ Road Glide® models showcase advanced
technology, enhanced rider comfort and dynamic performance
propelled by the powerful new Milwaukee-Eight® VVT 121 engine.
Exclusive and dramatic new visual designs present a
transformative revision of the Harley-Davidson® Grand American
Touring platform.
These two new models elevate the standard
for Harley-Davidson performance, technology and style.
"With the all-new CVO™ Street Glide® and CVO™ Road Glide®
models, our mission is to advance every aspect of the Grand
American Touring motorcycling experience," said Jochen Zeitz, Chairman, President and CEO of
Harley-Davidson. "These models set a new standard for
Harley-Davidson performance, technology and style, accelerating the
evolution of the world's most desirable motorcycle brand."
Iconic Design, Redefined
The new
CVO™ Street Glide® and CVO™ Road Glide® models
feature stunning new design clearly evolved from the familiar
shapes of previous Harley-Davidson® Grand American Touring
motorcycles. Both models feature fairings with integrated venting
and LED signature lighting with integrated turn signals. Additional
design elements include a trimmed front fender, a new 6-gallon fuel
tank with a distinctive side bevel, and saddlebags with a
three-dimensional shape in harmony with the fairings and fuel tank.
The new Combo Cast Laced wheels make a bold custom statement with a
black machine-cut cast-aluminum rim and laced spokes. Each model
will be offered in two highly detailed finish options.
Pinnacle Performance
The new 121-cubic
inch V-Twin Milwaukee-Eight® VVT 121
engine establishes a new benchmark for factory-installed torque and
displacement available in a Harley-Davidson® Touring motorcycle and
features optimized liquid-cooled cylinder heads with a new cooling
system, variable valve timing (VVT), a new intake
tract and performance exhaust system.
Every aspect of design that could impact overall performance and
the comfort was carefully considered during the development of the
CVO™ Street Glide® and CVO™ Road Glide® models. Dry weight has been
reduced significantly – by 31 pounds for the CVO™ Street Glide®
model and by 35 pounds for the CVO™ Road Glide® model – compared to
the models they replace. High-performance front and rear SHOWA
suspension components promote confident handling and provide a
dramatic improvement in rider comfort compared to previous CVO™
models, with rear suspension travel increased by 50 percent.
Premium Brembo™ braking components offer outstanding braking feel
and performance for added rider confidence.
For the first time the CVO™ Street Glide® and CVO™ Road Glide®
models offer selectable Ride Modes – Road, Sport and Rain – that
electronically control a specific combination of power delivery,
engine braking, Cornering-Antilock Braking System (C-ABS) and
Cornering-Traction Control System (C-TCS) settings.
Aero and thermal comfort are informed by all-new fairings with a
"floating" windshield design, and by adjustable air-control vanes.
In wind tunnel testing, subjective helmet buffeting is reduced by
an average of 60 percent compared to equivalent 2022 models. The
new engine cooling system will further improve thermal comfort for
the rider compared to previous CVO models.
All-New Infotainment Powered by Skyline™ OS
The CVO™
Street Glide® and CVO™ Road Glide® models introduce an all-new
suite of infotainment technology powered by the new Skyline™ OS. A
12.3-inch TFT color touch screen replaces all analog
instrumentation and most switches. This premium display is
customizable within three distinct view options and is compatible
with Apple and Android devices. Wi-Fi connectivity enables wireless
connection to a rider's device, and a Bluetooth® receiver for
wireless headsets is built into the system. Both models feature
expanded media storage compartments with a USB-C connection point.
A premium, high-performance Harley-Davidson® Audio powered by
Rockford Fosgate® Stage II four-speaker audio system is powered by
a new 500-watt RMS amplifier.
The CVO™ Street Glide® and CVO™ Road Glide® models will make a
U.S. public debut in Milwaukee
during the Harley-Davidson Homecoming™ Festival, July 13-16, 2023. Both models will reach
authorized Harley-Davidson® dealer showrooms globally in
mid-July.
Harley-Davidson stands for the timeless pursuit of adventure and
freedom for the soul. Go to H-D.com to learn more about the
complete line of 2023 Harley-Davidson® Grand American Touring,
Sport, Adventure Touring, Cruiser and Trike motorcycles,
Harley-Davidson Certified™ pre-owned motorcycles, Harley-Davidson®
Genuine Motor Parts & Accessories, Harley-Davidson®
MotorClothes® apparel and accessories, and Harley-Davidson
Financial Services.
About Harley-Davidson
Harley-Davidson, Inc. is
the parent company of Harley-Davidson Motor Company and
Harley-Davidson Financial Services. Our vision: Building our legend
and leading our industry through innovation, evolution and emotion.
Our mission: More than building machines, we stand for the timeless
pursuit of adventure. Freedom for the soul. Since 1903,
Harley-Davidson has defined motorcycle culture with an expanding
range of leading-edge, distinctive and customizable motorcycles in
addition to riding experiences and exceptional motorcycle
accessories, riding gear and apparel. Harley-Davidson Financial
Services provides financing, insurance and other programs to help
get Harley-Davidson riders on the road. Learn more at
www.harley-davidson.com.
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