2012 Harley-Davidson Australian Model Range
This powertrain is standard equipment for Softail and Touring models and most Dyna motorcycle models. The motor isn't new by any means having been the stock engine on Trikes since 2009, on the Electra Glide Ultra Limited since 2010 and on the Road Glide Ultra and Road King Classic last year.
Over this time it has proven itself as a strong performer, with good torque, reliability and economy.
The FXDB Street Bob and the FXDC Super Glide Custom are the only models to remain powered by the 96ci engine.
New models
Along with bigger engines, highlights of the 2012 model year are two new models, a 10th anniversary V-Rod and higher price tags. The Sportster and Dyna range were introduced late last year. This year the new bikes are being introduced incrementally, with the first models in dealers being the Sportster, Dyna and Touring range. The new V-Rods were released in December including the special anniversary edition.
The Fat Boy and Fat Boy Lo have a new reduced-reach handlebar for more-comfortable ergonomics. A lower, narrower seat shape places the Fat Boy rider in a new "in the bike" position. The Softail Deluxe and Heritage Softail Classic will be available with a new optional "tubeless" chrome aluminium profile laced wheel option for ease of tyre replacement and repair.
New Dyna Switchback
This dual purpose Dyna combines a tall windshield with hard saddlebags with the eager handling and Twin Cam 103 performance of the Dyna chassis. It's a custom-touring bike ready for a long weekend trip, until the detachable bags and windshield are removed. Then in minutes the Switchback becomes a custom street cruiser with a gleaming headlamp nacelle, five-spoke cast-aluminum wheels and a mini-ape handlebar. It's Harley's latest take on a convertible concept that makes the versatile Switchback two motorcycles in one.
The Switchback comes with ABS and a slightly altered chassis, front 18-inch rubber, and 17 at the rear and five-spoke wheels. Footboards are added and the exhaust is a two into one system. There is also plenty of chrome, highlighting everything from the headlight, speedo, forks and engine.
Seventy Two
Australian buyers may be offered this model much later in the year, but this Sportster harks back to days bygone.
In creating the Seventy-Two, we were also inspired by the vibe of the early chopper era," says Frank Savage, Harley-Davidson Manager of Industrial Design. "Those bikes were colorful and chromed, but also narrow and stripped down to the essentials. You look at period examples and they are almost as simple as a bicycle.
Key features of the 2012 Harley-Davidson Seventy-Two include:
- Air-cooled Evolution 1200cc V-Twin engine with Electronic Sequential Port Fuel Injection (ESPFI), rated at 73 ft. lbs. peak torque at 3500 rpm.
- Powertrain is finished in Gray powdercoat with Chrome covers.
- Paint color choices include Hard Candy Big Red Flake with period pinstripe details on fenders and fuel tank, Black Denim, and Big Blue Pearl.
- Classic 2.1-gallon peanut fuel tank.
- Dunlop white side wall 21-inch (MH90-21) front and 16-inch (150/80B16) rear tyres.
- Chrome Laced wheels.
- Ten-inch mini-ape handlebar mounted on a two-inch high riser.
- Chrome, eight-inch round air cleaner cover with center screw mount.
- Chopped rear fender exposes rear tyre.
- Side-mounted license plate bracket.
- Chrome, staggered, shorty dual exhaust with slash-cut mufflers.
- Solo seat with black textured vinyl cover.
- Handlebar-mounted speedometer with chrome cup.
- Chrome rear fender struts.
- Chrome coil-over pre-load adjustable rear shocks.
- Forward foot controls.
Night Rod Special
Is updated with new tapered tail section, lighter-weight wheels, an inverted front fork and improved ergonomics. Harley-Davidson celebrates a decade of power cruising with the V-Rod 10th Anniversary Edition motorcycle, finished in brilliant Silver Pearl bodywork that evokes the anodized aluminum bodywork of the original V-Rod model that introduced the liquid-cooled Revolution V-Twin engine in 2002. All V-Rod models will carry V-Rod 10th Anniversary badges.
Sportster
The Harley-Davidson Sportster line appeals to a broad range of riders with six 2012 models (four in Australia) ranging from the race-inspired XR1200X to the accessible SuperLow to Dark Custom roadsters like the Iron 883 and Nightster.
All 2012 Sportster models will have Michelin Scorcher tyres with a tread pattern designed, tested and styled specifically for the Sportster motorcycle. Fifteen Sportster paint options include seven new color choices for 2012. Side covers will be finished in either gloss black or denim black to match the finish on other bodywork.
Touring
For 2012, all Harley-Davidson Touring models are powered by a Twin Cam 103 engine with Automatic Compression Release and integrated oil cooler. Producing 102 ft. lbs. of peak torque at 3500 rpm, the Twin Cam 103 provides outstanding performance around town and on the open road. All Touring models also feature the 6-Speed Cruise Drive transmission, 41.3mm telescopic front forks, air-adjustable rear shocks and an Isolated Drive System for smooth power delivery. The Harley-Davidson Touring chassis has a single-spar, rigid backbone frame and two-piece swingarm designed to deliver responsive maneuverability and long-haul durability. Chassis geometry and suspension are calibrated to deliver confident handling and comfort.
Custom Vehicle Operations
The new CVO Road Glide Custom is one of four limited-production 2012 models from Harley-Davidson Custom Vehicle Operations (CVO), each turned out with bold paint, gleaming chrome, and the most-powerful V-Twin engines offered in production Harley-Davidson motorcycles. CVO Road Glide Custom is a hot-rod bagger with a frame-mounted fairing topped with a smoked Wind Splitter windshield, a high-output, amplified Harman/Kardon advanced audio system, and a color-matched, low-profile fuel tank console.
The CVO models will be released in Australia later in the year, including the Ultra Classic Electra Glide, Street Glide and the Softail Convertible - all powered by an air-cooled twin cam 110 V-twin.
2012 H-D Australian Model Range
Touring:
FLHTCU $36,995 FLHX $34,495
FLTRX $331,995 FLHR $34,250
Softail:
FLSTC $29495 FLSTN $28,995
FLSTFB $28,495 FLSTF $27,995
FXS $27,750 FXST $26,995
Dyna:
FLD $25,995 FXDF $24,995
FXDWG $24,495 FXDC $21,995
FXDB $21,995
Sportster:
XL1200X $18,250 XL1200C $17,995
XL883N $14,250 XL883L $14,250
VRSC:
VRSCF $26,495 VRSCDX ANI $26,495
VRSCDX $25,995
CVO:
FLHTCUSE7 $49,995 FLHXSE3 $46,595
FLSTSE3 $42,995
Trike:
FLHTCUTG $n/a
