2018 CVO Street Glide: 5 Facts We Learned About the New Model
Ultimate Motorcycling takes new Harley for a spin, finds controversial 2018 model to be the ‘best example of a fantastic breed.’
Harley-Davidson’s new 2018 lineup of motorcycles has been met with mixed reviews from enthusiasts and die-hard fans, alike. But Ultimate Motorcycling is one of the first outlets to get their hands on a 2018 CVO Street Glide and found it to be a great bike. Here are five things we learned from the publication’s review.
1. The new Milwaukee-Eight 117 engine ‘is both a torquer and a revver.’
The engine “is more than happy to rev right to the 5,500 rpm redline, letting the gentle rev limiter do its duty,” says Ultimate Motorcycling. But the motor still makes globs of addictive torque. “Most of the time, however, you’ll want to take advantage of the earth-moving 124 ft/lbs of torque pulsating to the tires at just 3500 rpm.”
2. The new Boom Box 6.5GT provides enough oomph to listen to anything in spite of the wind noise.
Ultimate Motorcycling likes its music loud and clear, and the CVO Street Glide delivers: “I can assure you that with 900 watts and Stage II speakers in the saddleback lids, fairing, and lowers, the CVO Street Glide puts out a good, loud sound,” says the outlet.
3. The new CVO Street Glide has a tight suspension setup that makes it ride better than other tourers on the road.
“The CVO Street Glide can handle bumpier roads without drama, yet well-regulated damping means it is not wallowing around,” says Ultimate Motorcycling.
4. While all Harleys are good-looking bikes, the new CVO Street Glide has a look that everyone loves.
“Wherever you go, people will make positive remarks about the CVO Street Glide, and questions often follow,” says the outlet. “It is an attention grabber…”
5. The CVO Street Glide is ‘the best example of a fantastic breed.’
“Everything about the latest CVO Street Glide is a joy,” concludes Ultimate Motorcycling. “The power, handling, and suspension work together perfectly.” In the end, the new CVO Street Glide is even better than the old one, which is the last thing we learned from the review. “If you have ever loved a Street Glide, prepare to be infatuated by the 2018 Harley-Davidson CVO Street Glide.”
Photos: Ultimate Motorcycling
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