Coming in December and being featured in the next issue of Australian Road Rider, the new Harley-Davidson X350 and X500 roadsters are the Motor Company’s new entries in the LAMS class.
Priced at $8495 ride away for the 350 and $11,495 for the 500, they represent excellent value for money and should attract new buyers to the brand.
From the Press release:
In its 120th year of innovation, Harley-Davidson today announced two new Harley-Davidson X™ motorcycles available in Australia, designed specifically with the urban rider in mind – Harley-Davidson X350 and Harley-Davidson X™500.
All elements of both the Harley-Davidson X™350 and Harley-Davidson X™500 have been designed to offer a comfortable riding experience, blending form with function to create a perfect harmony allowing riders to focus on the joy of riding and expressing their individuality.
The ergonomics put the rider in a relaxed, upright riding position. Suspension is tuned for a compliant ride on rougher roads, and the front and rear suspension is adjustable for rider preference. The seat is wide and well-padded for long-range comfort. The chassis, suspension and tyres combine to offer confident handling.
HARLEY-DAVIDSON X350 OFFERS LIGHTWEIGHT AGILITY FOR URBAN RIDERS
Designed in Milwaukee, the Harley-Davidson X™350’s design is unmistakably Harley-Davidson, tucked within a lightweight and agile package and perfectly tailored to excel in urban riding environments. With its light and nimble chassis paired with an engine tuned for strong mid-range torque, the Harley Davidson X™350 is an ideal combination for real-world street-riding performance for urban commuters to experience the Harley-Davidson brand.
The Harley-Davidson X™350 includes performance features such as:
• A 353cc DOHC 4-valve liquid-cooled parallel twin, tuned to produce strong midrange torque and mated to a six-speed transmission.
• Cable-actuated wet-plate clutch with chain final drive.
• 17-inch (432mm) front and rear wheels to deliver nimble performance.
• Maxis Supermaxx ST tyres sized 120/70 ZR17 in front, and 160/60-ZR17 in the rear.
• Dual front disc brakes and a single rear disc brake including Antilock Braking System (ABS) as standard.
• 41mm inverted fork front suspension with adjustable rebound damping.
• Monoshock rear suspension with coil spring with pre-load and rebound damping adjustability.
• Mid foot controls and a low-rise handlebar, putting the rider in a centred, comfortable posture on the bike.
• 777mm unladen seat height.
HARLEY-DAVIDSON X500 ADDS MUSCLE TO URBAN EXPLORING
To convey the distinctively Harley-Davidson look, the Harley Davidson X™500 features a classic Sportster™ style bobbed rear fender that recalls the iconic Iron™ 883, Forty-Eight™, and the new Nightster™ models. The two-up saddle has a wide, thick cushion for comfort, and is styled with contrasting stitching and a textured section on the seating surface for a premium look and feel.
The Harley Davidson X™500 includes performance features such as:
• A 500cc DOHC 4-valve liquid-cooled parallel twin tuned to produce strong midrange torque and mated to a six-speed transmission.
• Cable-actuated wet-plate clutch with chain final drive.
17-inch (432mm) front and rear wheels to deliver nimble performance.
• Maxxis Supermaxx ST tyres sized 120/70-ZR17 in front and 160/60-ZR17 in the rear.
• Dual front disc brakes and a single rear disc brake including Antilock Braking System (ABS) as standard.
• 50mm inverted fork front suspension with adjustable rebound damping.
• Monoshock rear suspension with coil spring and pre-load and rebound damping adjustability.
• Mid foot controls and a low-rise handlebar, putting the rider in a centred, comfortable posture on the bike.
• 820mm unladen seat height.
“The Harley Davidson X™350 and Harley-Davidson X™500 join the existing lineup as brand-new instruments of exploration designed to navigate the urban grid with agility,” said Nigel Keough, Managing Director for Harley-Davidson Australia and New Zealand.
“Both motorcycle models are tailored for adventurous riders – new and existing – who are focused on style, performance, and accessibility to the brand.”
A collection of Harley-Davidson X™ apparel is also available to allow customers to personalise their look on and off the motorcycle. The Harley-Davidson X™350, X™500 and related apparel will be available in authorised Harley-Davidson dealerships across Australia from December, 2023. Customers should contact or visit their nearest Harley-Davidson dealership to book a test ride of the motorcycle.
The Harley-Davidson X™350 will be available at authorised Harley Davidson® dealerships with an Australian Ride Away Price of $8,495 AUD in Dramatic Black, Dynamic Orange, Supersonic Silver, and Pearl White, while the Harley-Davidson X™500 will be available with an Australian Ride Away Price of $11,495 AUD in Dramatic Black, Dynamic Orange, Supersonic Silver, and Pearl White.
Harley-Davidson stands for the timeless pursuit of adventure and freedom for the soul.
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