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Posting all the media news in our Total Motorcycle News Forum.
All the models (with huge desktop sized photos) will be in the 2007 Harley-Davidson Model guide by the end of the day.
Enjoy,
Mike.
All the models (with huge desktop sized photos) will be in the 2007 Harley-Davidson Model guide by the end of the day.
Enjoy,
Mike.
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The FLSTF Fat Boy boldly enters 2007 repowered, refreshed and rejuvenated. Bigger and better in almost every dimension and detail, the new Fat Boy preserves the commanding presence that made the original, one of the most desirable motorcycles to ever roll down the street.
Since its introduction, the Fat Boy has featured a brawny FL front end, a silver disc front wheel and a giant Hiawatha headlamp. Each is a styling element that defines the Harley-Davidson Fat Boy, and each is retained on the 2007 model, but with a new twist. The headlamp is perched in front of a new chrome fork nacelle. The front wheel diameter is increased from 16 inches to 17 inches, and the signature Silver, Cast Aluminum Disc wheel is perforated with a series of “bullet holes” that instantly identify the 2007 Fat Boy. A matching 17 x 6-inch silver Bullet-hole Disc Cast Aluminum rear wheel now wears a wider, low-profile 200mm tire that is revealed by a new chopped FL rear fender and the uncluttered lines of the Harley-Davidson Softail chassis.
The Fat Boy cockpit is richly appointed with a new two-tone leather two-up that features a chrome medallion and a new valance trimmed with chrome “bullets” and leather lacing. The new leather tank strap is trimmed in the chrome bullets and lacing to match the seat. New, burley bare-knuckle risers clamp down a fat new 1.25-inch diameter handlebar with internal wiring. The traditional Fat Bob fuel tank features a new triple-layer decal graphic that’s matched with new graphics on the front and rear fenders. A new speedometer face adds a clock feature, a top-gear indicator light, and new, brighter LED indicator lighting.
Twist the throttle and unleash a new level of Fat Boy performance, delivered by the new Twin Cam 96B V-Twin engine. Rigid-mounted in the Softail frame to keep the packaging tight, the Twin Cam 96B is equipped with internal counter-balance shafts that help provide a smooth and powerful ride.
The smooth running, balanced engine is mated to the new 6-speed Cruise Drive transmission, with gear ratios designed specifically to match the torque curve of the Twin Cam 96B, and a tall sixth gear that drops engine rpm at highway cruising speeds. Clutch lever effort has been reduced by another 10 percent over the 17 percent improvement from last year, making the clutch almost effortless. Finally, new mufflers on the chrome over/under shotgun dual exhaust system are tuned to enhance the lower sound frequencies for a more commanding exhaust tone. The Fat Boy powertrain is finished in black powdercoat with chrome covers.
The FLSTF Fat Boy is available in seven solid and four two-tone color schemes. The Harley-Davidson Smart Security System, featuring new hands-free fob and auto arming/disarming is a factory option.
Since its introduction, the Fat Boy has featured a brawny FL front end, a silver disc front wheel and a giant Hiawatha headlamp. Each is a styling element that defines the Harley-Davidson Fat Boy, and each is retained on the 2007 model, but with a new twist. The headlamp is perched in front of a new chrome fork nacelle. The front wheel diameter is increased from 16 inches to 17 inches, and the signature Silver, Cast Aluminum Disc wheel is perforated with a series of “bullet holes” that instantly identify the 2007 Fat Boy. A matching 17 x 6-inch silver Bullet-hole Disc Cast Aluminum rear wheel now wears a wider, low-profile 200mm tire that is revealed by a new chopped FL rear fender and the uncluttered lines of the Harley-Davidson Softail chassis.
The Fat Boy cockpit is richly appointed with a new two-tone leather two-up that features a chrome medallion and a new valance trimmed with chrome “bullets” and leather lacing. The new leather tank strap is trimmed in the chrome bullets and lacing to match the seat. New, burley bare-knuckle risers clamp down a fat new 1.25-inch diameter handlebar with internal wiring. The traditional Fat Bob fuel tank features a new triple-layer decal graphic that’s matched with new graphics on the front and rear fenders. A new speedometer face adds a clock feature, a top-gear indicator light, and new, brighter LED indicator lighting.
Twist the throttle and unleash a new level of Fat Boy performance, delivered by the new Twin Cam 96B V-Twin engine. Rigid-mounted in the Softail frame to keep the packaging tight, the Twin Cam 96B is equipped with internal counter-balance shafts that help provide a smooth and powerful ride.
The smooth running, balanced engine is mated to the new 6-speed Cruise Drive transmission, with gear ratios designed specifically to match the torque curve of the Twin Cam 96B, and a tall sixth gear that drops engine rpm at highway cruising speeds. Clutch lever effort has been reduced by another 10 percent over the 17 percent improvement from last year, making the clutch almost effortless. Finally, new mufflers on the chrome over/under shotgun dual exhaust system are tuned to enhance the lower sound frequencies for a more commanding exhaust tone. The Fat Boy powertrain is finished in black powdercoat with chrome covers.
The FLSTF Fat Boy is available in seven solid and four two-tone color schemes. The Harley-Davidson Smart Security System, featuring new hands-free fob and auto arming/disarming is a factory option.
On the New Twin-Cam 96B and Cruise Drive Transmission
Harley-Davidson will launch an all-new Big Twin powertrain for 2007, as the Twin Cam 96/96B engine and 6-speed Cruise Drive transmission debut together on all Touring, Softail and Dyna models. The new engine, which will only be available with Electronic Sequential Port Fuel Injection (ESPFI), offers a nine percent increase in displacement and up to a 17 percent increase in torque (varies by model) over the Twin Cam 88/88B engines it replaces, and features a number of design enhancements making it more powerful, reliable and smoother.
“The Twin Cam 96 has been the biggest new-engine program in the history of Harley-Davidson,” said Skip Metz, Program Manager-Big Twin Powertrain. “There are more than 700 new part numbers associated with Twin Cam 96. The only areas that didn’t change are the cylinders, rocker arms, rocker boxes, and items in the top part of the engine. Crankshafts, connecting rods, crank cases, transmission cases, and all the transmission parts are new. We think this next-generation Twin Cam will set the standard for the industry.”
The Twin Cam 96 displaces 1584cc (96 cid), compared to 1450cc (88 cid) for the Twin Cam 88 engine it replaces. The added displacement was achieved by increasing stroke from 4.00 inches to 4.38 inches. The Twin Cam 96 cylinder bore is 3.75 inches, the same as that of the Twin Cam 88. The Twin Cam 96B is designed to be rigid-mounted in Harley-Davidson Softail models, and is equipped with internal counter-balance shafts to provide a smooth and powerful ride.
The Twin Cam 96 produces up to 93 ft. lbs. of peak torque at 3500 rpm, compared to the Twin Cam 88 at up to 82 ft. lbs. at 3500 rpm.
The 6-speed Cruise Drive transmission, which was introduced on the Dyna family in 2006, features gear ratios optimized to match the torque curve of the new Twin Cam 96/96B engines. The addition of a higher-ratio sixth gear reduces top-gear rpm by 11 percent, compared to the previous 5-speed Big Twin transmission. At 75 mph, engine speed is reduced by 368 rpm, from 3227 rpm to 2859 rpm. Second through fourth gears have helical-cut teeth for quieter operation, and load carrying capacity has been increased significantly.
Twin Cam 96 Highlights
Traditional V-Twin Styling: The Twin Cam 96/96B remains the styling centerpiece of each Harley-Davidson Big Twin model, and it retains the look, sound and feel that has always been part of the Big Twin character. The Twin Cam 96 preserves the styling characteristics of the Twin Cam 88 and the heritage of its predecessors.
New Crankcase Design: The starter is now bolted directly to the inner primary housing, eliminating the starter jackshaft for improved starter performance. An integral oil filter adapter eliminates gaskets and hardware. Internal oil passages between the engine and transmission on the Twin Cam 96 eliminate external oil lines and fittings.
Reduced Reciprocating Mass: Lighter pistons and lighter, shorter connecting rods increase performance and reduce vibration. Despite an increase in displacement, the Twin Cam 96 and the counter-balanced 96B are noticeably smoother than the Twin Cam 88 at most engine speeds.
Improved Camshaft Design: The new cams are lighter and use improved materials for enhanced durability. New hydrostatic, plain cam bearings replace the previous roller bearings and offer increased durability, reduced complexity and quieter operation. New multi-piece assembled camshafts replace the previous forged, single-piece cams. A new, hydraulic automatic cam chain tensioner replaces the previous spring-loaded mechanical tensioner.
Improved Oil Pump: A new oil pump assembly provides 10 percent more flow and 23 percent more scavenging capacity than the previous design. The Twin Cam 96 also has an integrated oil cooler adapter.
Improved EFI: New 25-degree fuel injector nozzles offer better fuel atomization and spray targeting than the previous 8-degree injectors, and help reduce exhaust emissions and improve driveability. A new O2 feedback sensor in the exhaust helps fine-tune EFI performance and reduce exhaust emissions.
New Primary Chain Tensioner: A new automatic primary chain tensioner eliminates the manual service adjustment of the primary chain. The inner and outer primary drive covers are redesigned to improve the appearance of the painted, polished or chromed surface.
New Exhaust Tuning: Muffler tuning has been changed to both improve exhaust flow for increased performance, and to improve the sound quality of the exhaust. Low frequencies have been enhanced to give the Twin Cam 96 a new, commanding exhaust tone that preserves the legendary Harley-Davidson sound.
Bolt-On 103 Big Bore Kit: An increase in displacement to 103 cid can be achieved by adding a bolt-on Big Bore Kit with 3.875-inch bore cylinders and matching pistons from Harley-Davidson Genuine Motor Accessories. It is no longer necessary to add a stroker kit to get to 103 cid.
6-Speed Cruise Drive Transmission Highlights
New Gear Ratios: New gear ratios have been selected to match the torque curve characteristics of the Twin Cam 96 engine. Roll-on acceleration performance is improved in all gears. Top gear cruising ratios are reduced significantly with the addition of the sixth gear and passing capability is improved.
Smoother Shifting: Shift effort is significantly reduced because steel “dog rings” that slide to cause gear changes replace moving gears. Because the dog rings have less mass than gears, shifting is quicker and smoother, and the throw of the shift lever is reduced.
New Transmission Case: Larger internal bearings, larger gears and a stiffer transmission housing all combine to improve over-all durability, and torque-carrying capacity is increased by 28 percent. The transmission for Dyna and Touring models has internal oil passages that eliminate external oil lines and fittings and the opportunity for leaks. The Softail transmission retains external oil lines.
New Gears: Helical-cut gear teeth, initially developed for the VRSC family, present a larger contact area than the previous straight-cut gears, so they are stronger and also quieter. A new cassette gear cluster is easy to remove for improved serviceability.
Reduced Clutch Lever Effort: Reduced clutch spring rates, a revised ball-and-ramp design, and a new, more-efficient clutch cable combine to reduce clutch lever effort by up to seven percent (varies by model).
Service Intervals: The new Twin Came 96 engine primary chaincase drain interval is 10,000 miles, while the 6-speed Cruise Drive transmission drain interval is 20,000 miles.
Also...
Several new technologies along with lighter cams make the ride of the rigid mounted engine even smoother
“The Twin Cam 96 has been the biggest new-engine program in the history of Harley-Davidson,” said Skip Metz, Program Manager-Big Twin Powertrain. “There are more than 700 new part numbers associated with Twin Cam 96. The only areas that didn’t change are the cylinders, rocker arms, rocker boxes, and items in the top part of the engine. Crankshafts, connecting rods, crank cases, transmission cases, and all the transmission parts are new. We think this next-generation Twin Cam will set the standard for the industry.”
The Twin Cam 96 displaces 1584cc (96 cid), compared to 1450cc (88 cid) for the Twin Cam 88 engine it replaces. The added displacement was achieved by increasing stroke from 4.00 inches to 4.38 inches. The Twin Cam 96 cylinder bore is 3.75 inches, the same as that of the Twin Cam 88. The Twin Cam 96B is designed to be rigid-mounted in Harley-Davidson Softail models, and is equipped with internal counter-balance shafts to provide a smooth and powerful ride.
The Twin Cam 96 produces up to 93 ft. lbs. of peak torque at 3500 rpm, compared to the Twin Cam 88 at up to 82 ft. lbs. at 3500 rpm.
The 6-speed Cruise Drive transmission, which was introduced on the Dyna family in 2006, features gear ratios optimized to match the torque curve of the new Twin Cam 96/96B engines. The addition of a higher-ratio sixth gear reduces top-gear rpm by 11 percent, compared to the previous 5-speed Big Twin transmission. At 75 mph, engine speed is reduced by 368 rpm, from 3227 rpm to 2859 rpm. Second through fourth gears have helical-cut teeth for quieter operation, and load carrying capacity has been increased significantly.
Twin Cam 96 Highlights
Traditional V-Twin Styling: The Twin Cam 96/96B remains the styling centerpiece of each Harley-Davidson Big Twin model, and it retains the look, sound and feel that has always been part of the Big Twin character. The Twin Cam 96 preserves the styling characteristics of the Twin Cam 88 and the heritage of its predecessors.
New Crankcase Design: The starter is now bolted directly to the inner primary housing, eliminating the starter jackshaft for improved starter performance. An integral oil filter adapter eliminates gaskets and hardware. Internal oil passages between the engine and transmission on the Twin Cam 96 eliminate external oil lines and fittings.
Reduced Reciprocating Mass: Lighter pistons and lighter, shorter connecting rods increase performance and reduce vibration. Despite an increase in displacement, the Twin Cam 96 and the counter-balanced 96B are noticeably smoother than the Twin Cam 88 at most engine speeds.
Improved Camshaft Design: The new cams are lighter and use improved materials for enhanced durability. New hydrostatic, plain cam bearings replace the previous roller bearings and offer increased durability, reduced complexity and quieter operation. New multi-piece assembled camshafts replace the previous forged, single-piece cams. A new, hydraulic automatic cam chain tensioner replaces the previous spring-loaded mechanical tensioner.
Improved Oil Pump: A new oil pump assembly provides 10 percent more flow and 23 percent more scavenging capacity than the previous design. The Twin Cam 96 also has an integrated oil cooler adapter.
Improved EFI: New 25-degree fuel injector nozzles offer better fuel atomization and spray targeting than the previous 8-degree injectors, and help reduce exhaust emissions and improve driveability. A new O2 feedback sensor in the exhaust helps fine-tune EFI performance and reduce exhaust emissions.
New Primary Chain Tensioner: A new automatic primary chain tensioner eliminates the manual service adjustment of the primary chain. The inner and outer primary drive covers are redesigned to improve the appearance of the painted, polished or chromed surface.
New Exhaust Tuning: Muffler tuning has been changed to both improve exhaust flow for increased performance, and to improve the sound quality of the exhaust. Low frequencies have been enhanced to give the Twin Cam 96 a new, commanding exhaust tone that preserves the legendary Harley-Davidson sound.
Bolt-On 103 Big Bore Kit: An increase in displacement to 103 cid can be achieved by adding a bolt-on Big Bore Kit with 3.875-inch bore cylinders and matching pistons from Harley-Davidson Genuine Motor Accessories. It is no longer necessary to add a stroker kit to get to 103 cid.
6-Speed Cruise Drive Transmission Highlights
New Gear Ratios: New gear ratios have been selected to match the torque curve characteristics of the Twin Cam 96 engine. Roll-on acceleration performance is improved in all gears. Top gear cruising ratios are reduced significantly with the addition of the sixth gear and passing capability is improved.
Smoother Shifting: Shift effort is significantly reduced because steel “dog rings” that slide to cause gear changes replace moving gears. Because the dog rings have less mass than gears, shifting is quicker and smoother, and the throw of the shift lever is reduced.
New Transmission Case: Larger internal bearings, larger gears and a stiffer transmission housing all combine to improve over-all durability, and torque-carrying capacity is increased by 28 percent. The transmission for Dyna and Touring models has internal oil passages that eliminate external oil lines and fittings and the opportunity for leaks. The Softail transmission retains external oil lines.
New Gears: Helical-cut gear teeth, initially developed for the VRSC family, present a larger contact area than the previous straight-cut gears, so they are stronger and also quieter. A new cassette gear cluster is easy to remove for improved serviceability.
Reduced Clutch Lever Effort: Reduced clutch spring rates, a revised ball-and-ramp design, and a new, more-efficient clutch cable combine to reduce clutch lever effort by up to seven percent (varies by model).
Service Intervals: The new Twin Came 96 engine primary chaincase drain interval is 10,000 miles, while the 6-speed Cruise Drive transmission drain interval is 20,000 miles.
Also...
Several new technologies along with lighter cams make the ride of the rigid mounted engine even smoother
Wrong FLHX Specs posted
Hey administrator,
Please check the specs you have listed for the street glide. Must be wrong bike because it lists a 21" front tire along with other wrong information.
Please check the specs you have listed for the street glide. Must be wrong bike because it lists a 21" front tire along with other wrong information.
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Re: Wrong FLHX Specs posted
Please do call me just Mike. Administrator is too official you know.sportshot wrote:Hey administrator,
Please check the specs you have listed for the street glide. Must be wrong bike because it lists a 21" front tire along with other wrong information.
Checking on that tire size...
Yup, I typed in the wrong specs there. I've updated and fixed that erro now everything is right. Thank you VERY much for pointing that out, I appreciate it highly.
If you see anything else, please let me know.
Mike.
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Street Glide
Hey Mike,
The bottom picture shows four bikes and none of them appear to be Street Glides.
Thanks for the very timely information on the new HD's. Your site was more informative than Harley's site. I was unable to access some of the important information on the Harley site that I was able to get from TMW. Might just be that I live in Las Vegas and the router traffic was jammed with everything closer to Milwaukee.
Less than an hour after reading the information posted on your site I made a deal on a new Street Glide that should be delivered about August 8th.
The bottom picture shows four bikes and none of them appear to be Street Glides.
Thanks for the very timely information on the new HD's. Your site was more informative than Harley's site. I was unable to access some of the important information on the Harley site that I was able to get from TMW. Might just be that I live in Las Vegas and the router traffic was jammed with everything closer to Milwaukee.
Less than an hour after reading the information posted on your site I made a deal on a new Street Glide that should be delivered about August 8th.
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Re: Street Glide
Congrats! You're gonna love that bike. I had an '04 E-Glide Standard that I traded in for my '06 Superglide, that big FLHT was the most comfy bike I've ever ridden.sportshot wrote:Less than an hour after reading the information posted on your site I made a deal on a new Street Glide that should be delivered about August 8th.
And you get the new engine and 6-speed trans, too, you lucky bastrd.
Good thing I'm happy with my Superglide, 'cause I'd be a little pissed at all the improvements for the '07 lineup if I wasn't. My '06 Dyna won't be worth squat on a trade-in now. 
Mike 
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New models.
Some interesting stuff on the new models in the technical guide, may even make me get a new one one day. Anyhow, just wanted to say the site info on the new models and the pics are the best I have come accross. Thanks. 
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