Harley-Davidson Doha launched its latest motorcycles for the year 2013 — Harley-Davidson Breakout, and the special edition of the Harley-Davidson Dyna-based, Street Bob. The event took place at the company’s showroom located on Salwa Road recently in the presence of the Harley-Davidson Owners Group (H.O.G.) Qatar Chapter members.
On the occasion, Robert Andrew Kelly, Harley-Davidson Doha Dealer Principal, said: “These are some of the most fantastic motorcycles in our line-up for the year. We’re confident that both will be highly received by the true Harley-Davidson riders in Qatar who appreciate motorcycles that embody the true essence of the brand.”
“The 2013 Harley-Davidson Breakout motorcycle is a bike ready for a midnight ramble to a roadhouse get-together with the crew with a lot of rubber to show a tough, muscular look; whereas the new Street Bob Special Edition is upgraded with a 1690cc engine to deliver that unmistakable Harley-Davidson rumble and an unrivalled street appeal. We can’t wait to see our riders enjoying another superb experience from their favourite brand.” Kelly added.
Harley-Davidson Breakout
The 2013 Harley-Davidson Breakout motorcycle has been designed to deliver a muscular dose of American V-Twin torque and etch the asphalt with a fat rear tire.
The Breakout is presented as a premium model in its segment with distinctive finishes and specific components not available on other Harley-Davidson bikes. Long and low-slung, the Breakout features a 240mm rear tire visually balanced with thick forks and chopped fenders, while a shaved tank console and a drag handlebar keep the profile low. A Twin Cam 103B powertrain and other components are trimmed in gleaming chrome and gloss-black paint. The black and chrome engine visually pops out of the centre of the bike, and then to maximise the impact of the tires, the fenders are chopped.
The motorcycles’ wheels are inspired by the drag racing wheels from the 1960s and ‘70s classics. Each wheel has 10 half-round spokes. The gloss-black powder coat is machined away on alternating spokes and the rim edge to expose the aluminum under the paint.
Street Bob Special Edition
The Harley-Davidson Street Bob is a stripped-down and rowdy bobber based on the Harley-Davidson Dyna platform.
The new Street Bob Special Edition is upgraded with a 1690cc engine to deliver that unmistakable Harley-Davidson rumble. It was embellished with distinctive two-tone scallop paint and steel laced wheels with attention-grabbing red rims to deliver a bike that stands out by its looks just as much as its sound. The Street Bob Special Edition delivers that high-end bobber look and features straight out of the crate, such as ABS as standard equipment.
The Street Bob is crafted for the owner who would order a muscle car with the biggest engine and no radio. As part of this restyle, Harley-Davidson cleaned off the rear fender, taking out the battery box trim, and bolted on a classic oval air cleaner cover. The goal is to create an elemental Big Twin that a customer can define as his own.
The defining elements of the Street Bob are retained for 2013’s Special Edition – a solo seat, chopped rear fender, and mini ape-hanger handlebar to give this motorcycle an unmistakable profile when it comes to power and style.
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