TIMED to allow demo rides during Daytona Bike Week at the Harley-Davidson display at the Speedway, the Motor Company has launched two new mid-year models; Low Rider and SuperLow 1200T.

First launched in 1977, the Low Rider name makes a return to Harley-Davidson's Dyna range for 2014. This latest incarnation of the Low Rider features a Twin Cam 103 powertrain, and a Dyna chassis outfitted with 49mm forks and new coil-over rear shocks, both with tri-rate springs. Dual front disc brakes provide stopping power, while sculpted header pipes feed a 2-into-1 exhaust for the trademark Harley sound.

To make the bike suitable for the widest range of riders it has handlebar risers that offer 2.4in of adjustment and a two-position ergonomic seat with a removable bolster that moves the rider 1.5in forward. "The Low Rider represents intense collaboration between the Harley-Davidson Styling and Engineering staffs," said lead stylist Tony Pink. "Engineering created some innovative solutions to expand the comfort envelope of the Low Rider, and our styling team successfully incorporated those features while maintaining the premium finish our customers associate with Harley-Davidson.

"Our styling team envisioned a new motorcycle with rugged, universal appeal. The use of wrinkle-black paint on the powertrain, wheels, console and trim are key to the new look. The visor and suspended headlamp are also touchstone styling elements we wanted on this new Low Rider. Like the original, this new Low Rider rolls on cast-aluminum wheels; the new ones feature this tough split five-spoke design. We've achieved a look that's purebred, classic Harley-Davidson," said Pink.

The new SuperLow 1200T is a Sportster model equipped with touring features. In creating the SuperLow 1200T, H-D has for the first time combined its SuperLow chassis with the performance of an Evo 1200 V-Twin engine. A new suspension and tire package helps to create a package suitable for touring.

"The SuperLow 1200T is a new motorcycle driven by the voice of our customers, and by customer action," said Jennifer Gersch, H-D Product Planning Manager. "Many riders seeking an entry point to the touring experience have been putting together a bike like this on their own. We've added ergonomic adjustments and a selection of touring accessories to a motorcycle platform that is already popular with our customers. They can tour on a great-looking motorcycle that offers performance and inspires confidence, while experiencing those life-defining moments that can only be encountered on the open road."

Touring features of the SuperLow 1200T include locking saddlebags and a detachable windshield. The saddlebag mounting hardware incorporates quick-detachable docking points to make it possible to easily add an accessory rack or backrest. The rear shock absorbers offer easy pre-load adjustment to accommodate the weight of luggage and a passenger on the two-up Reduced Reach touring seat. Mini footboards provide added comfort for the rider and passenger, and the rider foot position is three inches forward from the SuperLow 883 model to make it easier to place feet flat on the ground and to reach the side stand.

"It's been a fantastic six months for us," said Matt Levatich, H-D President and COO. "First Project Rushmore, then Harley-Davidson Street, now the new SuperLow 1200T and Low Rider models -- all are the result of being customer led and delivering riders the technical prowess and rebellious spirit that they want infused in each and every new Harley."

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