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2010 Harley-Davidson Fat Boy Lo

Harley Fan — Tue, 28 Jul 2009 21:52:54 +0000

After the 2010 Harley-Davidson lineup was announced to the general public on the 25th of July, 2009, the bike that generally stood out the most was the new Fat Boy Lo - a lower and darker version of the extremely popular regular Fat Boy model.

Replacing the Night Train, which didn't return for the 2010 Harley-Davidson model year, as the softail's "Dark Custom" model, the Fat Boy Lo is an exciting new addition to the Harley lineup. As the year progresses, we'll see how many people hop onto this new model.

2010 Harley-Davidson Fat Boy Lo Side View

2010 Fat Boy Lo Pricing

Going with the basic Vivid Black color will cost you $16,299 while the Black Denim upgrade color brings an MSRP of $16,674.

A factory-installed security will set you back an additional $370. If you're in California, you can expect to pay a $200 emissions fee.

2010 Fat Boy Lo Overview And Features

So how does the new 2010 Fat Boy Lo stand out from the rest of the Harley-Davidson lineup? Well, let's take a look:

First and foremost, the front and rear suspension have each been lowered by 1.15 inches. This gives the Fat Boy Lo model a "long and low" stance. With the lowering of the suspension, the Fat Boy lo seat height is just 24.25 inches which is the lowest of any Harley-Davidson model.

The seat for the 2010 Fat Boy Lo isn't just a carryover from 2009. It's a new, narrower seat designed to make it possible for almost any rider to place both feet flat on the ground when the motorcycle is at rest.

The stainless steel 1.25-inch-diameter handlebar has the wiring routed internally, giving a clean and custom look. The Fat Boy Lo handlebar is narrower than the Fat Boy handlebar. Owners who are serious about blacking out their motorcycle should consider switching these shiny handlebars for something blacked-out.

The half-moon rider footboards are similar to what is on the regular Fat Boy, but are finished in gloss black on the Fat Boy Lo.

The wheels on the Fat Boy Lo are going to be stolen and used on other bikes - mark my words. The regular, shiny stainless steel bullet hole 17-inch wheels front and rear have been swapped out with slick looking wheels with black centers and machined outer rims. Tire sizes are 200 mm-17 rear and 140 mm-17 front.

The fuel tank is the classic "Fat Bob" fuel tank, which has been topped with a satin-chrome console featuring a nice-looking speedometer and ignition switch, a leather tank panel with a new Harley-Davidson medallion, and classic-looking satin-chrome tank side badges.

The 2010 Fat Boy Lo comes from the factory with over/under shotgun exhaust pipes with satin-chrome mufflers and muffler shields, and flat-black header shields. Why they went with this, I have no idea. The first thing I'd do on this bike is swap out that exhaust with something dark.

As you can see from the picture here, Harley-Davidson designers did put a fair amount of blacked-out parts on the 2010 Fat Boy Lo.

2010 Harley-Davidson Fat Boy Lo

The denim black finish was applied to the frame, the swingarm, the front shock covers, the derby cover, the horn cover, the oil tank and the air cleaner cover. They missed the front fork covers, though, and that should be one of the first purchases for any new owner.

A counter-balanced Twin Cam 96B V-Twin powertrain is rigid-mounted in the frame and gives the Fat Boy Lo model 93.67 ft. lbs. of peak torque at 3000 rpm. The engine is finished in black powdercoat with bright machined highlights on the cylinder fins, and satin-chrome engine and primary drive covers.

The 2010 Fat Boy Lo 6-Speed Cruise Drive transmission features a new helical-cut fifth gear that's designed to address the "whine" that annoys some Harley riders.

Conclusion

For those Harley owners who intend to buy a bike and black it out, the 2010 Fat Boy Lo is a good way to save some cash on modifications that you'd do anyway. You're going to want to swap out the exhaust and front lower fork covers for something blacked out, but most people change those out anyways. As a blank canvas, the Fat Boy Lo is a great starting point for a really sweet ride.

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2009 Heritage Softail Classic

Harley Fan — Fri, 03 Jul 2009 19:31:46 +0000

The 2009 Heritage Softail Classic is a flexible ride that's just about the most cost-effective motorcycle in Harley's lineup.

With everything from the factory installed, it's set up for long-distance touring.

With the passenger pillion, the saddlebags and the windshield taken off and put into storage, the Heritage Softail Classic makes for an excellent around-city cruiser, with looks similar to that of the Softail Deluxe.

The 2009 Heritage Softail Classic in vivid black will set you back $17,999. Going with one of the solid colors will bump the price up to $18,344 and the bike in one of the two-tone color paint schemes will cost $18,654.

Available Colors:

Vivid Black
Pewter Pearl
Dark Blue Pearl
Red Hot Sunglo (New for 2009)
Two-Tone White Gold Pearl/Pewter Pearl
Two-Tone Deep Turquoise/Antique White (New for 2009)
Two-Tone Flame Blue Pearl/Pewter Pearl (New for 2009)
Two-Tone Red Hot Sunglo/Smokey Gold
Two-Tone Black Ice/Blue Ice (Custom Color Available October through December 2008)
Two-Tone Light Candy Root Beer/Dark Candy Root Beer (Custom Color Available January through March 2009)
Two-Tone Big Purple Flake/Brilliant Silver (Custom Color Available April through May 2009)

Available Options:

Security System - $345
Optional Wheel Upgrade - $500

Harley-Davidson's 2009 Softails offer neither an ABS option nor factory-installed cruise control.

Pictures:

2009 Harley Davidson Heritage Softail Classic Side View

Heritage Softail Classic Auctions:

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2009 Rocker C

Harley Fan — Fri, 03 Jul 2009 15:43:38 +0000

For most people climbing on the 2009 Softail Rocker C, you'll notice that the seat is set at a comfortable height, with most people's legs slightly bent with their feet flat on the ground.

The handlebars on the Rocker C are curved back and internally wired, putting the rider's hands into a proper chopper position. was a nice touch as well as making it easy to ride.

The Harley-Davidson Rocker C's looks are meant to take after much more expensive custom choppers, with extended front forks set at an aggressive angle and a huge 240 mm rear tire that's closely covered by the chopped rear fender.

While the Rocker C has the looks of a custom chopper, it's a refined ride and your butt and the seat will become good friends after only a few rounds of the block as you listen to the rumble of that distinct Harley-Davidson sound from the staggered exhaust pipes.

Pricing is pretty simple for this model.

For the 2009 Harley-Davidson Rocker C, you've got three choices in colors. You can have Vivid Black, Flame Blue Pearl and Crimson Red Sunglo.

This bike's MSRP is $19,499 if you get it in black and will cost you $19,844 if you order it in one of the colors.

Available Options:

Security System - $345

Pictures:

2009 Harley Davidson Rocker C Side View

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2009 Softail Deluxe

Harley Fan — Fri, 03 Jul 2009 15:38:23 +0000

If there's one classic-looking motorcycle in Harley-Davidson's lineup, the Softail Deluxe is it. The fenders cover classic wide whitewall tires on chrome laced steel wheels. There's a tombstone taillight on the rear fender and a whole lot of visible chrome.

For 2009, Harley-Davidson redesigned the seat on the Softail Deluxe, implementing collapsible pockets in the shell that make the seat narrower when the rider straddles the bike while it's at rest.

With just a 24.5 inch seat height, the Softail Deluxe is among the lowest riding full-sized motorcycles, making it a good choice for shorter riders.

Classic design touches include wide whitewall tires on Chrome Laced Steel wheels, tombstone tail light on the rear fender, intricate cloisonné and sparkling chrome.

Function has to follow form, and the Softail Deluxe features an easy-reach pull-back handlebar and riser package, a lowered suspension, an extended kickstand and an exclusive integrated luggage rack.

The 2009 Harley-Davidson Softail Deluxe comes in a good variety of colors. Solid colors on the bike will set you back $17,794, while the two-tone colors have an MSRP of $18,104. Basic Vivid Black is $17,449.

The 2009 Softail Deluxe has these colors available:

Vivid Black
Flame Blue Pearl (New)
Black Denim
Red Hot Sunglo (New)
Two-Tone White Gold Pearl/Pewter Pearl
Two-Tone White Gold Pearl/Black Pearl
Two-Tone Deep Turquoise/Antique White
Two-Tone Red Hot Sunglo/Smokey Gold

Pictures:

2009 Harley Davidson Softail Deluxe Side View

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2009 Fatboy

Harley Fan — Fri, 03 Jul 2009 15:25:55 +0000

Made famous as Arnold Schwarzenegger's ride in Terminator 2, the Fat Boy has consistently been one of Harley-Davidson's best sellers. With a 17-inch wheel in the front and a 200mm wide tire on the back, the Harley Fatboy has a look all its own and lends itself well to customization.

Priced at $15,999 in vivid black, picking a Fatboy in any of the upgrade colors will bump the price up a slight $350, bringing the total cost of the bike to $16,344.

Upgrading the Fatboy's wheels to the polished chrome aluminum set will cost you $700, and the Harley-Davidson factory security system option will run you another $345.

The 2009 Harley Fatboy comes in these colors:

Vivid Black
Black Pearl
Pewter Pearl
Flame Blue Pearl
Black Denim
Red Hot Sunglo

Pictures:

2009 Fatboy Side View

2009 Fatboy By Water

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2009 Softail Custom

Harley Fan — Fri, 03 Jul 2009 15:14:17 +0000

Considered to be one of Harley-Davidson's most comfortable softail rides, the 2009 Softail Custom has classic looks combined with the functional ride that Harley riders want.

The looks are accentuated by the low ape-hangers set on a custom riser, along with the one-piece seat. The 21-inch front wheel is covered by a new low-profile fender, while the 200 mm 17-inch rear wheel brings 87.90 foot pounds of torque @ 2750 rpm to the road when you want it.

In 2007, together with the 1,584 cc, air-cooled, V-twin, DOHC engine and the addition of a standard six-speed gearbox, the Electronic Sequential Port Fuel Injection (ESPFI) system became a standard feature on the Softail Custom.

The 2009 Softail Custom comes in these colors:

Vivid Black
Dark Blue Pearl
Red Hot Sunglo (New for 2009)
Two-Tone Deep Turquoise/Antique White (New for 2009)
Two-Tone Flame Blue Pearl/Pewter Pearl (New for 2009)

Pictures:

2009 Softail Custom Side View

2009 Softail Custom

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2009 Night Train

Harley Fan — Fri, 03 Jul 2009 15:04:06 +0000

The 2009 Night Train stands out from most motorcycles out there, and in my opinion is the base of what can be a hot-looking black-out project.

Part of Harley-Davidson's "Dark Custom" lineup, the 2009 Night Train is the least expensive model of Harley's Softails.

As you'd expect from something called a "Dark Custom," Harley's thrown out the chrome and shiny bits you normally see on a motorcycle and, on the 2009 Night Train, replaces them with blacked-out versions of those parts straight from their factory. The 2009 Night Train power train has been blacked-out, along with the air cleaner, the rear fender supports, the oil tank, the fuel tank console and the drive belt sprocket.

The engine covers have also been darkened, with wrinkle-black trim.

The front end on the 2009 Night Train is the standard FX, with a new low-profile fender that sits on top of the 21-inch laced front wheel. That big front wheel offsets the thick rear 200 mm tire that's covered by the Bobtail rear fender.

With a low seat height and clean lines, coupled with the powerful rigid-mounted and counter-balanced twin cam 96B powertrain, the 2009 Night Train isn't bad looking at all in it's stock configuration - and can be customized to look as sharp as any motorcycle as you can find on the road today.

In the base vivid black, the 2009 Night Train has an MSRP of $15,899. If you'd like your Night Train in one of the color options, the price moves up to $16,244.

A factory-installed security system will add $345 to the price, while selecting the wheel option will cost you another $550.

The 2009 Night Train is available in black pearl, black denim and red hot sunglo.

Pictures:

2009 Night Train Side View

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