Harley-Davidson FLSTSE CVO Softail Convertible

Traveling Strip Show Undressed In 90 Seconds

By , Photography by Brian J. Nelson, Tom Riles

Tech Spec
Evolution

Harley's bipolar Big Twin debuted as the frumpier 1989 FXRS Convertible, and survived from 1994 to 2000 as the Dyna-based FXDS Convertible.

Rivals
Honda VTX1800T, Indian Chief Roadmaster, Kawasaki Vulcan 2000 LT, Star Stratoliner S, Victory Kingpin Tour

Price $27,999
Engine type a-c 45-deg. V-twin
Valve train OHV, 4v
Displacement 1803cc
Bore x stroke 101.6 x 111.2mm
Compression 9.1:1
Fuel System Delphi EFI
Clutch Wet, multi-plate
Transmission 5-speed
Claimed horsepower na
Claimed torque 110 lb.-ft. @ 3000 rpm
Frame Tubular-steel double-cradle
Front suspension Showa 41mm fork
Rear suspension Showa shock with adjustable spring preload
Front brake Hayes four-piston caliper, 292mm disc
Rear brake Hayes four-piston caliper 292mm disc
Front tire 130/70R-18 Dunlop D407
Rear tire 200/50R-18 Dunlop D407
Rake/trail 32.0 deg./5.8 in.
Seat height 24.4 in.
Wheelbase 64.2 in.
Fuel capacity 5.0 gal.
Claimed wet weight 830 lbs.
Colors Orange/black, blue/black, red/black
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Warranty 2 yrs., unlimited mi.

Contact
Harley-Davidson Motor Co.
3700 W. Juneau Ave.
Milwaukee, WI 53208
414.343.4056
www.harley-davidson.com

Verdict 3 stars out of 5
High-profile style that can roll to Sturgis on the road, not strapped to a trailer.

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