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Harley-Davidson WLA motorcycle has recreated the “Liberator” in 1942 for Marvel Studios Cinematograph film “Captain America: The First Avenger”, who has been on our screens recently. Set in World War II, the protagonist defends symbols such as freedom and justice back of a motorcycle.

This is the Harley-Davidson Cross Bones, the American brand has been transformed and characterized to fit as possible to the real military model that used the 1942 WLA Army during the war. A detailed work of modifying components of the original model, that the American company has coordinated with Marvel Studios (in English) and also involved the recreation of extra parts like a box of ammunition and leather case for the shotgun.

So much that the public can see on the big screen. But really, Harley-Davidson has designed five motorcycles for film production. Three of them are used for tricks and special effects for the film and two of them were reserved for a particular scene in which Captain America lifts a bike above his head.

Two of these models will be part of the permanent collection of Harley-Davidson Museum in Millwaukee and a stay in a temporary exhibition
about the film in the museum along with several items like the Captain America jacket, helmet and shield.

The Triumph Rocket III Touring is equipped with the ABS in series… but in Germany only. Our neighbors to the Rhine thus prove, once more, their penchant for safety. But at home, lack of real success, Triumph France hesitates to do enter models with the ABS.

Little disseminated among us, the Rocket III Touring, version of the colossal traveler 3-cylinder British, does very little success in France. Among us, the fan-type of the Rocket vs. before all a gear charismatic, generous in sensations to the slightest rotation of the handle. This explains the success of Rocket 3 standard and Rocket 3 Roadster. This is even difficult to obtain among French retailers as it please.

Rocket 3 Touring, it, even though not strengths. Generous, but less expressive, it presents a good capacity to tourism through its pare brise removable and its bags sufficient for departures in weekend. A kind of credible alternative to the Harley-Davidson Road King Classic, in a more “péchue”. Remains that its dissemination confidential does not encourage Triumph France to do enter the version ABS, now available in Germany, on our territory. However, this assistance (which is also equipped the Roadster) runs of source, taking into account the 395 kg of the beast announced…

After several years of absence in the field of “law enforcement”, Kawasaki presents a new motor of police intended to “put of lead in the wing” to BMW RT and other Harley-Davidson Electra glide which all the public procurement Americans.

The Competition 14 (1400 RWG among us) is thus adorned with all the paraphernalia of the forces of order: turning radius shortcut, electrical circuit double, alternator strengthened, pare-carters strapping men, flashlights, radar, radio… Taking into account the performance of the beast, the lovers of “road speeding” have to worry… Soon chez nous?

Guide GT (Grand Touring) – Beneath their great appearance, hiding the GT dynamic nature amazing. Of course, causing nearly 400 pounds on two wheels in traffic requires a certain sense of anticipation. However, overall the balance and accommodate their machines to make them ready to face any situation, from day-to-day route (as a Gold Wing, Harley-Davidson or BMW that we see in Paris !!!), walking weekend, and the duo’s long journey loaded.

GT definitely adhesive torque, thanks to the convenience offered to the driver and passenger! Until very influenced by the class (weight) American style is more sporty turn with the arrival of GTR and other Pan-European first. Since then, the category has expanded significantly, featuring beautiful motorcycles, high-tech, efficient, safe and comfortable.

In the steps of the Springfield oval no longer fits or chewing gum. The speaker, with a deep accent of Illinois, announced the names of the drivers who will contest the first race of the Flat Track Springfield Mile. The engines start to roar. Twin cylinder, various configurations, large capacity, all loaded to the eyebrows with sophisticated preparations. In the midst of coquetry mechanics, a somewhat dilapidated motor starts. Your backfire is unmistakable, no other twin is able to sound like. This is the engine of the Harley Davidson XR 750 Screamin ‘Eagle.

The grill is ready, the light turns green and the beasts of skidding into action. Most computers have the latest machines are equipped with modern and powerful engines. But that does not bother to Harley Davidson riders. Despite the past years, the XR 750 continue making war with the same energy the first day. They have not evolved much since then, they have not really been necessary. The legend of the 750 XR dirt track begins in 1970. In the warehouses of the factory Harley Davidson, had retired a few racks of the KR model was right to give anyone a particular use.

By then the XL engines were equipped with a prestigious reputation in Milwaukee. Apply the corresponding new lease of life to make them competitive, are mounted on the chassis KR and the cocktail is served. He was born the XR 750 dirt track. Currently, the chassis is specific to Flat Track, and as usual in the races on slippery ground, the front wheel brake is void. In addition, the levers of change and rear brake are applied to the right side, one over another.

This is because the foot must be left free to slide across the floor in the corners, this is how you control the skid. With a redesigned cylinder heads and a special Supertrapp exhaust, the bike was a real shot. Developed a generous 90 horsepower on the straight and Springfield (the track flat track with the longest straights) exceeded the 130 mph (210 km / h)

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Tours on Harley Davidson

Our specialized tours are not a race but a cruise, and ensure optimum safety. Come travel with Harley Tours New Zealand and “make the experience of the world’s most spectacular pipes and is the Valhalla of the motorcycle world. We offer specialized tours: Read the rest of this entry »