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Engine Four-stroke, liquid-cooled, SOHC, four-valve per cylinder, 50° V-twin
Displacement 1,470cc / 90 cu.in.
Bore x Stroke 102.0 x 90.0 mm
Maximum Torque 84.6 lb-ft @ 2,800 rpm
Compression Ratio 9.0:1
Fuel System DFI with dual 36mm Keihin throttle bodies
Ignition TCBI with Digital Advance
Transmission 5-Speed
Final Drive Shaft
Rake/Trail 32 degrees / 6.5 in.
Front Suspension / Wheel Travel 41mm hydraulic telescopic fork / 5.9 in.
Rear Suspension / Wheel Travel Twin Shocks, with five-way adjustable preload / 3.4 in.
Front Tire Size 130/90-16
Rear Tire Size 150/80-16
Wheelbase 65.6 in.
Front Brakes Single 300mm hydraulic disc with two-piston caliper
Rear Brakes Single 270mm hydraulic disc
Fuel Capacity 5.0 gal.
Seat Height 27.6 in.
Dry Weight 659 lb.
Overall Length 98.6 in.
Overall Width 39.2 in.
Overall Height 44.9 in.
Color Choices Ebony, Two Tone: Candy Cardinal Red / Pearl Crystal White
Warranty 12 months
Good Times™ Protection Plan 12, 24, 36 or 48 months
*Note: Specifications and pricing are subject to change.
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