New Harleys

Harley-Davidson dealers will be hoping that the recent launch of a quartet of new models will help to stem the slide in the brand’s sales over the last few years. The two new standard models are the Road Glide and Street Glide, both fitted with a new version of the Milwaukee-Eight 1923cc V-twin motor. They promise to be lighter, more comfortable and more powerful than their predecessors, and they are also fitted with a new infotainment system powering a 200W audio amplifier and fairing speakers, all controlled via a 12.3in TFT colour touchscreen that replaces all the analogue instrumentation. Pricing starts from £26,795 for the Street Glide and £27,295 for the Road Glide.

To commemorate the 25th anniversary of the Custom Vehicle Operations division there are two new CVO models added to the line-up – the CVO Road Glide ST and the CVO Pan America. For the CVO Road Glide there are fancy paint options, along with a more powerful 1977cc motor and fully adjustable Showa suspension. There is also a plethora of carbon fibre bodywork, titanium silencers and lighter wheels to reduce the overall weight to a svelte (ahem) 363kg dry. The Glide’s standard audio system is also given a boost with a 500W amplifier and larger Rockford Fosgate fairing speakers so any passers-by can also enjoy the tunes. SRP is £38,995.

The Pan America signals the CVO division’s first foray into the adventure touring sector, so it has been given a comparatively modest upgrade. The 1250 motor, semi-active suspension and touchscreen display are left alone, with mods limited to a raft of accessories: adaptive ride height, top and side cases, quickshifter, new laced wheels, auxiliary LED lighting and an aluminium skid plate. SRP is £23,495.

Harley-Davidson; 0208 891 9088; www.harley-davidson.com