HARLEY-DAVIDSON V-Rod (2010-2011) Specs, Performance & Photos

The VRSC was a line of cruiser motorcycles in the Harley-Davidson range, manufactured from 1999 to 2017. The bikes, also known as V-Rods, were the first H-D motorcycles featuring a liquid-cooled engine and overhead camshafts. The V-Rods were also called muscle bikes due to their powerful engine.

The first V-Rod was delivered in 2001 and was powered by a Revolution engine developed for road use by Porsche with help from several Harley-Davidson engineers, part of the H-D VR1000 V-twin racing bike team.

Derived from the standard model, the VRSCA V-Rod was manufactured from 2002 to 2006, and all factory machines were equipped with a 14-liter fuel tank. In 2006, the bike was fitted with a Brembo braking system, and the VRSCA series was the only one offered with forward controls.

In 2007, the American manufacturer launched the VRSCAW V-Rod as a successor to the VRSCA. Compared to its predecessor, the VRSCAW V-Rod featured a new frame to accommodate the 240 mm wide rear tire and fuel tank.

In 2010, the American maker launched the Harley-Davidson VRSCAW V-Rod, a classic-styled machine loaded with modern technology, offering an aggressive appearance and massive performance.

In the power department, the 2010 Harley-Davidson V-Rod had its soul brought to life by a 1,247cc liquid-cooled V-twin engine, boasting 121 hp at 8,000 rpm and 114 Nm (84 lb-ft) torque at 7,250 rpm.