Posted on 09/13/2022 1:12:10 PM PDT by Red Badger
A modernized take on the 1983 Harley-Davidson FXRT that salutes ’80s California counter-culture and is equipped with one hell of an engine.
Harley-Davidson’s FXRT, first introduced in 1983, was a red-hot touring motorcycle beloved for its frame design and smooth transmission — and it became synonymous with California counter-culture in the ’80s. Now, with its 40th anniversary right around the corner, the company has introduced a limited-edition low-rider dubbed the “El Diablo.” A modern reinterpretation of the FXRT, the “El Diablo” is hell on wheels, equipped with an FXRT Sport Glide faring shape, triple-split Softail vents and a V-Twin Milwakuue-Eight 117 powertrain that cranks out 125 ft lbs of torque at 3500 RPM.
“The Low Rider El Diablo is a modern expression of the iconic 1983 Harley-Davidson FXRT and a representation of the creative times it was born in,” says Brad Richards, Harley-Davidson’s creative director and vice president of design. From a looks standpoint, this means that it’s dressed in a three-tone red color scheme with hits of gold, black detailing, clever fades and a clear tint element that provides a “candy” effect, all of which was applied by hand via the artisans at Colorado’s Gunslinger Custom Paint. Wheels are made of cast aluminum that’s finished with a contrasting dark bronze tone, and the “El Diablo” also comes equipped with a pumped-up Rockford Fosgate sound system.
Only 1,500 individually-numbered units have been produced, and are set to touch down at Harley-Davidson dealers later this year. The MSRP is set at $27,999, sans any custom options.
For more Harley-Davidson news, be sure to check out the brand’s commemorative Apex paint job – which was unveiled in August and is rolling out across some of its most classic models.
Motorcycle Ping!...................
Another “loud pipes saves lives” crack of dawn to wake up the neighbors machine!
The MSRP is set at $27,999, sans any custom options.
Ehh. Not what I was expecting.
“V-Twin Milwakuue-Eight 117 powertrain that cranks out 125 ft lbs of torque at 3500 RPM.”
125 ft lbs of torque at 3500 RPM is pretty good numbers for a tractor.
Since I ride motorcycles and will not be doing any plowing or stump pulling, I cannot help but wonder what the horsepower is at the rear wheel.
from another review:
The El Diablo’s engine and chassis are no different than the standard FXLR ST. So this means 94.89 hp and 114.79 lb.-ft. of torque from a 117ci Milwaukee-Eight V-twin and the capable and comfortable Softail chassis. But paint and audio have a powerful effect on the overall presence of a machine. The ST in Gunship Gray or black feels muscular and understated, but El Diablo feels more like a show bike. Sure, it has the same hot-rod character as the base model, but now the bike broadcasts that attitude in new ways, both visually and sonically.
So the answer to your question is 94.89 and for 28k you get a primo sound system.
Nice idea, but I’m not really into the whole “devil” thing.
My 06 deuce still looks and rides great with 33k miles on her. Throw over fox Creek leather bags and clip on windshield transform it from around town to road bike very well. I STILL cringe at the amount of money I spend on upgrades (stage II, lowering her, wheels, drag bars, extended lower forward controls, Corbin seat, chrome, more chrome, radical paint set (4/200)...it goes on and on. ...probably 35k in total. Fun at the time-dumb, in hindsight.
...now, even in 90+% condition, I guess I’d be lucky to get $10k for her. Best to simply keep her and enjoy the old girl.
Nice idea, but I’m not really into the whole “devil” thing.
My 06 deuce still looks and rides great with 33k miles on her. Throw over fox Creek leather bags and clip on windshield transform it from around town to road bike very well. I STILL cringe at the amount of money I spend on upgrades (stage II, lowering her, wheels, drag bars, extended lower forward controls, Corbin seat, chrome, more chrome, radical paint set (4/200)...it goes on and on. ...probably 35k in total. Fun at the time-dumb, in hindsight.
...now, even in 90+% condition, I guess I’d be lucky to get $10k for her. Best to simply keep her and enjoy the old girl.
Those police EVs will not have a chance!
“I cannot help but wonder what the horsepower is at the rear wheel.”
Horse power formula: 125 lb. ft. x 3,500 RPM / 5252 = 83.3 HP
If the engine is running at 3,500 RPM the HP at the rear wheel will be 83.3 minus any frictional losses from the drive line. Gear ratio does not affect power but the friction loss does.
The devil’s in the details - and I ain’t buying anything that honors him in any way shape or form. He is real and both our and God’s enemy, who is a liar and only seeks to steal, kill, destroy.
Been riding Harley’s since 1964 still have 2 - good enough for me - Stage II ‘97 FXDWG Wide Glide I built myself w/80k miles, ‘09 CVO Road Glide w/96k miles on it - both plenty for me. 77 and I still ride almost 1k mile/mo. Year round.
Seeing that most Harley riders are 50+ years old and weigh on the far side of 250 pounds, that power is necessary.............
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