Harley-Davidson of Cebu 2018 Launch Party

HARLEY-DAVIDSON of Cebu Unleashes its Big Twin Custom Revolution this Nov.25 at SM City Cebu

Harley-Davidson® launches its largest-ever product development project in its 115th Anniversary Year with brand new Fat Boy,® Heritage Classic, Low Rider,® Deluxe, Breakout,® Fat Bob® and Street Bob® motorcycles.

To celebrate Harley-Davidson’s® 115th Anniversary year, Harley-Davidson of Cebu is launching a complete custom revolution this November 25, 2017 at SM City Cebu. The highlight of the show is the unveiling of Seven all-new Softail® models that merge the hard-riding performance of the Dyna® line with the unparalleled custom look of the Softail line.

The event is open to the public and those who are free-spirited will have the opportunity to do a test drive on these 2018 Softail models.

NEW CHASSIS, FRAME / SWINGARM & HIGH-PERFORMANCE SUSPENSION
The handling of a Softail now enters a new era with a lighter, more rigid frame that elevates form and function to a higher plane, while maintaining the classic look of a hardtail and delivering a thoroughly modern ride. Benefits of the new chassis include increased lean angles for many models, sharper turn-in response, quicker acceleration, nimble flickability, lighter weight and easier side-stand lift off than previous models.

A new high stiffness carbon steel tubular frame forms the core of the 2018 Softail chassis and combined with the swingarm significantly increases the rigidity of the chassis.

There are two unique swingarms, one for narrow and one for wide rear tires. The wide chassis is 5.89kg (15%) lighter, while the narrow chassis shaves 8.16kg (20%). The swingarm transfers rear wheel movement to the under-seat monoshock while maintaining the pure, classic lines of a hardtail frame.

Brand new high-performance dual-bending valve front suspension – first introduced on 2017 Touring models – delivers damping performance that’s similar to a cartridge fork but with improved, more responsive damping characteristics. It’s optimised for both comfortable cruising and spirited riding with 130mm of travel. Revised rake and trail also enhance handling ability.

The new monoshock rear suspension preserves the classic hardtail look while revamped geometry improves ride quality, traction and control. Easily adjustable for spring preload it enables a 217kg range of payload capacity for increased passenger comfort and optimum handling.

The all-new Softail models are up to 17kg lighter than before, delivering an improved power-to-weight ratio that provides quicker acceleration, better braking and dynamic cornering capability combined with increased lean angles for many models. Some models feature new tires specifically designed to work with the new Softail chassis and feature optimised constructions and improved compounds for confident, long-wearing performance in all riding conditions. New seat designs and materials provide an improved fit for a wider range of riders and greater comfort for cruising.

THE SEVEN NEW SOFTAILS THAT WILL BE LAUNCHED ON NOVEMBER 25 & THEIR KEY FEATURES

Fat Boy®
The legendary Fat Boy motorcycle that defined contemporary custom style for decades has outdone itself. Ripped and refined satin-chrome finishes deliver a bold, muscular styling statement showing off its powerful engine and new and improved ride and handling.

Aggressive, steamroller stance and front end design
Modern-day interpretation of the classic headlight nacelle
A 160mm front tire, the widest-ever on a Harley-Davidson production model, wraps the solid Lakester front wheel
16kg weight reduction to previous model
Standard ABS
240mm rear tire with solid Lakester rear wheel
Optional: Milwaukee-Eight 114 Engine

Heritage Classic
Design cues evoke the blacked-out styling of vintage 1950s Harley-Davidson models, updated with a modern edge.

New detachable windscreen
New rigid, lockable, sealed, water-resistant saddlebags
Taller suspension with increased passenger and cargo payload capacity
17kg weight reduction to previous model
Optional: Milwaukee-Eight 114 Engine
Standard cruise control and ABS

Low Rider®
Inspired by the individualism of the ‘70s custom chopper era that birthed the original, the new Low Rider is lighter and faster with corner-carving handling unimaginable back in the day.

Throwback-style dual tank-mount speedo and tachometer gauges, headlight visor and fuel tank graphics
19-inch front and 16-inch rear Radiate cast wheels
2-into-2 Shotgun exhaust

Deluxe
A classic hi-line showstopper that stands out on any street, the Deluxe glistens with bright chrome while delivering the ride of a seriously modern machine.

Signature all-LED lighting from front to back: headlight, running lights, Tombstone taillight and blade-like turn signals
Signature pull-back handlebar
17kg weight reduction to previous model
Standard ABS

Breakout®
With more lean angle and agility than ever imagined in a bike carrying so much dragster attitude and style, the Breakout model takes long, lean muscle to a modern edge.

New smooth-top 13.2 litre fuel tank
Long and wide with low-slung raked out 49mm front forks
18-inch rear (240mm tire) and 21-inch front (130mm tire) Gasser-style gloss-black powder coated cast aluminum wheels
Distinctive Daymaker Signature LED headlamp
Low-profile riser-mounted digital instrument screen
17kg weight reduction to previous model
Standard ABS
Optional: Milwaukee-Eight 114 Engine

Fat Bob®
Tarmac-eating traction, pothole-devouring suspension, agile cornering and a blacked-out take-no-prisoners look make the Fat Bob a groundbreaking motorcycle that could only come from Harley-Davidson.

2-1-2 upswept performance exhaust with a custom finish
Largest aggressively treaded tires from the Motor Company: 150 mm front and 180 mm rear
Dual disc front brakes
13.2 litre fuel tank
15kg weight reduction to previous model
Inverted 43mm cartridge style front forks
Optional: Milwaukee-Eight 114 Engine

Street Bob®
A bare-bones bike with go-anywhere DNA, the Street Bob motorcycle has a fists-in-the-wind attitude with nothing extra to weigh it down.

Smooth-top 13.2 litre fuel tank
Black spoke wheels with chopped fenders
Low-profile riser-mounted digital instrument screen
7kg weight reduction to previous model
Lowest MSRP in Softail line

PLUS! Check out these new technology featured on every Softail

Unique Daymaker Signature LED Headlamps on all models
Improved electrical system charging, more than doubled at idle speeds
Easily adjustable rear shock pre-load settings (method varies by model)
Under seat spanner wrench: Softail Slim, Street Bob, Low Rider
External hand adjustment knob: Fat Bob, Fat Boy, Breakout
Under seat socket adjustment: Deluxe, Heritage Classic
New instrumentation
Keyless ignition and security system standard
Steering head mounted USB charge port
New fuel tanks

Know, see and feel more about Harley-Davidson’s new 2018 Softail Models this November 25 at SM City Cebu with Harley-Davidson of Cebu’s 2018 Launch Party!