Boots and motorcycles really seem to go together. Certainly they protect your feet when riding, but there's more to it than that. It's part of the whole biker mystique and lifestyle. Harley Davidson is well known for producing a stylish and functional motorcycle boot. In fact, in 2010 they have over twenty different styles offered for purchase.

The V-Rod or VRSC (acronym for V-twin Racing Street Custom) line of Harley-Davidson motorcycles is unique in some special ways. Based loosely on the drag racer V-1000 superbike, the VRSC was first introduced in 2001. Why are these vehicles different? Three major factors: a liquid-cooled Revolution motor, over-head cams, and gas tank location.

The liquid-cooled Revolution motor was developed jointly with German car maker Porsche. In addition to it being a non-air cooled motor (rare for Harley), the Revolution engine on the VRSC is fuel-injected and has overhead camshafts. Displacement on the Revolution engine is 1250cc's which produces about 84 lbs. ft. of torque and around 120 horsepower. Transmission is a 5-speed and the bike is belt driven.

The gas tank location deserves special mention. Probably the first time the gas tank is not located in front of the rider (unless you want to count long-gone Harley-Davidson golf carts and snowmobiles), the tank is actually beneath the seat. What looks like a gas tank on these bikes is merely decoration. Gas tank capacity is five gallons.

As a Harley rider you are passionate about your bike and the Harley Davidson lifestyle. As summer rolls around you probably find yourself hitting the open road more often. Having the right clothes is important from a safety point of view, but you'll want to do it in style. The right sunglasses can provide some of that style. If you ride with an open face helmet or no helmet, sunglasses are also safety equipment. They keep road debris and insects out of your eyes and that can help you to see better. Harley Davidson sunglasses are made with both style and safety in mind.Harley has a couple levels of eyewear, regular sunglasses and performance eyewear.

In some states it's the law. In others it's not. However you look at it, though, a motorcycle helmet is good protection to have in the event you dump your Harley. If you are going to wear a helmet, though, you should do it in style. Harley Davidson makes helmets that protect you and tell the world your passion for Harley Davidson motorcycles.

When it comes to motorcycle riding, boots are both a fashion statement and a necessity. A good boot protects your foot from the dangers that riding can present. Of course, you are not just a motorcyclist, but a Harley rider. That means not just any boot will do the job. Harley Davidson offers a line of boots that will deliver the style you want and the protection you need.