Harley-Davidson India has introduced its Dark-Custom lineup, which encompasses the new Iron 883 and the Forty-Eight. Also, all Softail models are now upgraded with the High Output Twin Cam 103 engines, while the Street 750 gets new braking prowess all around.
“This is another historic year for Harley-Davidson,” said Pallavi Singh, Director Marketing, Harley-Davidson India. “We’re raising the bar on Dark Custom motorcycles with the new Iron 883, Forty-Eight and Street 750, the purest expression of the design. And we’re extending our lead in touring with the return of the Road King and redesign of the popular Heritage Softail Classic.”
The new Iron 883 gets all-new front and adjustable rear suspension, lighter-weight mag wheels and improved seating increase comfort. The new Forty-Eight receives a burly front tire, new mag wheels and a massive front end with new 49mm forks, and also benefits from improved adjustable rear suspension and seating. Retro styling cues and a perfect ratio of black, color and chrome give this bike a bold visual presence. The Street 750 model will also benefit from new front and rear braking systems.
All 2016 Sportster models will now benefit from all-new front and rear suspension and improved seats that incorporate premium materials and revised shapes to provide more supportive comfort. The re-engineered Sportster suspension pairs emulsion coil-over shocks with new front cartridge forks. Nitrogen gas-charged shocks resist oil aeration and feature an internal valve stack with 36mm pistons and high-performance oil to provide superior compression and rebound damping control that reacts quickly to small bumps and keeps the tires in contact on uneven road surfaces.
Progressive-rate spring pre-load is adjustable by a threaded collar using a spanner that stows under the seat. Tuned to complement the shocks, the stout forks feature a calibrated piston and valve stack and progressive rate springs for consistent feel throughout the compression and extension range of the suspension. The triple-rate spring and oil lock allows the forks to resist wheel hop under hard braking.
Last, but not the least, the Heritage Softail Classic receives refreshed styling for 2016 plus the High Output Twin Cam 103 powertrain, standard electronic cruise control, and a new and improved saddlebag support structure.