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When did they stop making night rods?
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.
Why did Harley stop making Vrods?
The Harley-Davidson V-Rod was among the most unique motorcycles in Harley’s portfolio but it faced a big hurdle: it doesn’t comply with the new Euro 4 norms. Also, the fact that sales for the bike have witnessed a drop in the past few years spurred the American bike maker to end its production run.
What took place of V-Rod?
Part of Harley-Davidson’s “dark custom” series, the Night Rod Special replaced all of the existing V-Rod’s parts with black and dark ones. At the time of its launch, it made 120 horsepower that was later increased to 125, with 85 lb-ft of torque, making it a powerful bike, both in looks and on-road.
What makes the Night Rod Special so special?
The Night Rod Special is designed with a hydro formed perimeter frame with the fuel tank under the seat. The streamlined design gives it a sleek aesthetic combined with a fastback tail section, low rise bars, and cast aluminum wheels. Brembo dual disk brakes add to driver confidence.
How long did the Harley Davidson Night Rod Special last?
The Night Rod lasted just two years, giving way to its bigger, better, and blacker sibling: the Night Rod Special that lasted untill 2017. Part of Harley-Davidson’s “dark custom” series, the Night Rod Special replaced all of the existing V-Rod’s parts with black and dark ones.
What was the first year of the Night Rod?
One of the most popular was the “hot-rod inspired,” blacked-out Night Rod and Night Rod Special. The first time we see a Night Rod is in 2006. Eluded by its name, the Night Rod had a black frame, black and chrome engine, and color-matched fairings.
What kind of engine does a night Rod have?
Eluded by its name, the Night Rod had a black frame, black and chrome engine, and color-matched fairings. It was also upgraded to Brembo brakes, slotted aluminum disk wheels, and straight shot mufflers that upped the horsepower to 120.