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Old 04-28-2019, 10:43 PM
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Will this replace the M8 engine?
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Old 04-28-2019, 10:57 PM
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No cooling fins. Isn't that an Indian trick?
 
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That's not going to replace the m8. Thats the new engine for some new models coming in the next few years. It may replace the evo sportster engine though.
 
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Alright, I'm calling it: Masterchief

 
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Damn that is one FUGLY engine. Unitized design it seems. Looks like a V-Rod motor to some extent, similar throttle up on top. Would think it would not work well for heavy (touring) bikes. Likely for small-mid sized Euro applications since the EU patent application.
 
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No cooling fins. Isn't that an Indian trick?

They could borrow from Indian; seeing as Indian has copied the Road Glide with their new touring offering!
 
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The drawing did say mid sized engine so I dought the touring M8 will be replaced with it. Maybe down the road they will all be water cooled
 
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You guys been under a rock the last year?
 
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You guys been under a rock the last year?
^^ Exactly what I was thinking

This is really old news. Those designs have been out and are for the new bikes coming.
 
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I would expect HD to use this in the Sportster line FIRST, like they have been "testing" new tech on since the very beginning.
 
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