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SPEC
Evolution
The latest version of Highland's compact 60-degree V-twin, mounted in a Spondon streetfighter chassis.
Rivals
Aprilia Tuono 1000R, Ducati Streetfighter, MV Agusta Brutale, Triumph Speed Triple.
TECH
| Price |
na |
| Engine type |
l-c 60-deg. V-twin |
| Valve train |
DOHC, 8v |
| Displacement |
1050cc |
| Bore x stroke |
96.0 x 70.0mm |
| Compression |
11.0:1 |
| Fuel system |
EFI |
| Clutch |
Wet, multi-plate |
| Transmission |
6-speed |
| Claimed horsepower |
128 bhp @ 8100 rpm |
| Claimed torque |
110 lb.-ft. @ 5500 rpm |
| Frame |
Aluminum twin-spar |
| Front suspension |
43mm Öhlins fork with adjustable spring preload, compression and rebound damping |
| Rear suspension |
Öhlins shock with adjustable spring preload, compression and rebound damping |
| Front brake |
Dual Brembo four-piston calipers, 310mm discs |
| Rear brake |
Nissin two-piston caliper, 220mm disc |
| Front tire |
120/70ZR-17 Pirelli Diablo Supercorsa |
| Rear tire |
180/55ZR-17 Metzeler Racetec K3 |
| Rake/trail |
24.5°/4.0 in. |
| Seat height |
33.1 in. |
| Wheelbase |
54.5 in. |
| Fuel capacity |
2.5 gal. |
| Claimed dry weight |
318 lbs. |
| Color |
Competition Yellow |
| Available |
August |
| Warranty |
12 mo., unlimited mi. |
| Contact |
U.S. Highland
17424 S. Union Ave.
Mound, OK 74047
918.827.5254
www.ushighland.com |
Verdict 3 stars out of 5
A promising-and potent-motorcycle, but engine performance is too rough at this early stage even for a bare-knuckled streetfighter.