2012 Harley-Davidson VRSCDX Night Rod Special

2012 Harley-Davidson VRSCDX Night Rod Special

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2012 Harley-Davidson VRSCDX Night Rod Special Review

Massive power meets cutting-edge technology for a nimble ride that takes dark to pitch black

The restyled Night Rod Special features a new tapered tail section, lighter-weight wheels, and improved ergonomics with reduced reach to both the rider footpegs and handlebar. Inverted front forks and retuned rear suspension enhance ride and handling. This is a blacked-out, dark and sinister power cruiser that's at home in a back alley.

In just 10 years, the Harley-Davidson V-Rod family grew to include a number of new models. V-Rod took to the track as the basis for the 2007 Custom Vehicle Operations V-Rod Destroyer, an eight-second factory drag racer. It was also the inspiration for the Harley-Davidson Screamin' Eagle/Vance & Hines V-Rod, a four-time world champion in Pro Stock Motorcycle professional drag racing. For 2012, Harley-Davidson V-Rod models continue to serve up explosive performance and urban-cool styling for riders seeking a singular power-cruiser experience.

All 2012 V-Rod models are powered by the latest version of the Revolution engine, a 1250cc liquid-cooled V-Twin with dual overhead camshafts, four-valve cylinder heads and Electronic Sequential Port Fuel Injection (ESPFI). The powertrain is equipped with an Assist and Slip clutch, five-speed transmission and high-performance carbon-fiber drive belt. Tires are Michelin Scorcher radials, including a 240mm rear. Brembo® triple-disc performance brakes are available with optional factory-installed anti-lock braking system (ABS). ABS is part of the optional Security Package that also includes the Smart Security System with proximity-based, hands-free security fob.

Night Rod Special

Dark and sinister, the restyled Night Rod Special features a new tapered tail section, lighter-weight wheels, and improved ergonomics with reduced reach to both the rider footpegs and handlebar. Inverted front forks and retuned rear suspension enhance ride and handling. This is a blacked-out, dead-on power cruiser that's at home in a back alley.

2012 Harley-Davidson VRSCDX Night Rod Special Model Highlights

NEW Black Split 5-Spoke Cast Aluminum wheels with orange pinstripe are three pounds lighter than previous wheels

NEW Tapered tail section with flush-mount LED taillight

NEW Pullback handlebar places controls three inches closer to the rider and optimizes overall feel with a low, wide position.

NEW Reduced reach, forward-mounted rider footpegs

NEW Inverted front forks

NEW Two-up seat with custom stitching

NEW Stylized black speed screen visor

NEW Slim design, center-mount license plate

NEW Graphics options include Sedona Orange or Vivid Black with perforated graphics on the side of the air box and tail section, and Denim Black with orange racing stripes including V-Rod® 10th anniversary emblem

- Straight-shot exhaust with brushed finish dual mufflers; black end caps and exhaust shield

- Black powder-coated engine with black covers

- Blacked-out frame, handlebar, front fork, triple clamps and covers

- Racing stripe on airbox and tail section

- Sport front fender with painted brace supports

- 240 mm wide rear tire

2012 Harley-Davidson VRSCDX Night Rod Special Features and Benefits

- Rubber-mounted, liquid-cooled 1250cc Revolution® V-Twin engine with dual overhead camshafts, four-valve cylinder heads and

Electronic Sequential Port Fuel Injection (ESPFI); 125 hp @ 8,250 rpm; 85 ft. lbs. torque @ 7,000 rpm

- Race-bred clutch with “slipper” action helps ease drive train effort during downshifting

- 5-speed transmission

- High-performance carbon-fiber drive belt.

- Brembo® triple-disc performance brakes

- Michelin® Scorcher® radial tires

- Round reflector-optic headlight

- Electric power accessory connector under seat

- Security Package Option bundles Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) with Harley-Davidson® Smart Security System with proximity-based, hands-free security fob

Specifications

US MSRP Price: Vivid Black $15,299, Solids $15,609 USD

Dimensions

Length 93.1 in. (2366 mm)

Overall Width 35.4 in. (900 mm)

Overall Height 46 in. (1168 mm)

Seat Height:

- Laden2 25.6 in. (650 mm)

- Unladen 26.7 in. (678 mm)

Ground Clearance 4.8 in. (122 mm)

Rake (steering head) 34°

Fork Angle 34°

Trail 5.6 in. (142 mm)

Wheelbase 67.0 in. (1702 mm)

Tires (Michelin® Scorcher® “11” front and rear):

- Front – Scorcher® “11” 120/70ZR-19 60W

- Rear – Scorcher® “11” 240/40R-18 79V

Fuel Capacity 5.0 gal. (18.9 L) (warning light at approximately 0.5 gal.)

Oil Capacity (w/filter) 5.0 qts. (4.7 L)

Coolant Capacity 2.5 qts. (2.4 L)

Weight:

- As Shipped 637 lbs. (289.0 kg)

- In Running Order 670 lbs. (304.0 kg)

- Gross Vehicle Weight Rating 1075 lbs. (488.0 kg)

- Gross Axle Weight Rating

- Front 377 lbs. (171.0 kg)

- Rear 698 lbs. (317.0 kg)

Engine

Engine Liquid-cooled, Revolution®, 60° V-Twin

Valves Overhead cam, 4 valves per cylinder, solid tappet with shim-under-bucket lash adjustment

Bore x Stroke 4.134 in. x 2.835 in. (105 mm x 72 mm)

Displacement 76.28 cu. in. (1250 cc)

Compression Ratio 11.5:1

Fuel System3 Electronic Sequential Port Fuel Injection (ESPFI)

Air Cleaner Down draft intake

Lubrication System Wet-sump, integrated with powertrain crankcase

Drivetrain

Primary Drive Gear, 117/64 ratio

Final Drive Belt, 72/28 ratio

Clutch 9-plate, wet, A&S (Assist & Slip)

Transmission 5-speed

Gear Ratios (overall): U.S.

- 1st 11.752

- 2nd 7.898

- 3rd 6.322

- 4th 5.459

- 5th 4.899

Chassis

Frame Steel perimeter upper frame with hydroformed main rails and bolt-on lower frame rails; MIG welded Swingarm Polished, one-piece cast aluminum with black powder-coat finish

Front Forks 43 mm Inverted

Rear Shocks Preload adjustable

Wheels4: Black Split 5-Spoke Cast Aluminum with Orange Pinstripe

- Front 19 in. x 3 in. (483 mm x 76 mm)

- Rear 18 in. x 8 in. (457 mm x 203 mm)

Brakes:

- Caliper Type 4-piston front and rear

- Rotor Type (diameter x width): Patented, one-piece floating rotor (front), uniform expansion rotor (rear)

- Front (dual) 11.81 in. x .2 in. (300 mm x 5.1 mm)

- Rear 11.81 in. x .28 in. (300 mm x 7.1 mm)

- Anti-lock Braking System: Available

Suspension Travel:

- Front 4 in. (102 mm)

- Rear 2.9 in. (74 mm)

Performance

Engine Torque5 (per J1349):

- North America 85 ft. lbs. @ 7000 RPM (115 Nm @ 7000 RPM)

Lean Angle (per J1168):

- Right 32°

- Left 32°

Fuel Economy6 (EPA urban/highway test) 37 mpg (6.3 L/100 km)

COLOR OPTIONS

Solids

- Vivid Black

- Black Denim

- Sedona Orange

U.S. MSRP

Vivid Black $15,299

Solids $15,609

Electric

Battery (per Battery Council International Rating)

Sealed, maintenance-free, 12V, 19-amp/hour, 270 cca

Charging Three-Phase, 38-amp system (439W @ 13V, 2000 rpm, 489W max power @ 13V)

Starting 0.08 kW electric with direct drive starter motor engagement

Lights (as per country regulation):

- Headlamp (quartz halogen) 55-watt low beam, 60-watt high beam

- Tail/Stop Lights 8W/28W reflector optics

- Turn Signal Lights 28W self-canceling

- Indicator Lamps: High beam, neutral, low oil pressure, turn signals, engine diagnostics, security system7 (optional), coolant

temperature, low fuel warnings

Warranty

Warranty8 24 months (unlimited mileage)

Service Interval9 First 1000 miles (1600 km), every 5000 miles (8000 km) thereafter