The beginning of a new era for Harley-Davidson CVO models

By Jeffrey Gibbs

Harley-Davidson has unveiled their new and improved premium motorcycles. The improved performance and advanced technology of the new CVO Road Glide and Street Glide are highlighted.

Harley-Davidson’s Custom Vehicle Operations (CVO) is showcasing their two new fancy 2023 models with a powerful MilwaukeeEight VVT 121 engine added in the middle of the year. The V-Twin engine, angled at 45 degrees, generates 86 kilowatts of power and 183 Newton meters of torque.

The motor has a size of 121 cubic inches and a displacement of 1977cc. It comes with cylinder heads that are cooled by a new system for better performance. It also has something called variable valve timing (VVT) and a new intake system. One counter-weight is adjusted to eliminate unwanted shaking.

The CVO Street Glide and CVO Road Glide now have something new - selectable ride modes! These modes let you electronically control how the motorcycle performs and how much technology helps you. It’s the frst time these bikes have this feature.

The rider can choose from four different modes: Road, Rain, Sport, and two customizable modes. Each one has a unique mix of how it gives power, slows down the engine, handles corners with ABS and controls traction when turning.

Both CVO models have the Harley-Davidson RDRS system too. Both bikes’ overall design heavily relied on the engine. We created an impressive new appearance to make sure that important parts blend together smoothly. The recently created fairing, fuel tank, side covers, and saddlebags are all included. The outcome is a big change in how it looks that still honors and clearly comes from the familiar shapes of earlier Harley-Davidson Grand American touring motorcycles. Both CVO versions will come with two options for paint/fnish. These options are Dark Platinum with Bright Smoked Satin pinstriping and inner fairings that match the color. The engine has Gloss Black powertrain and air cleaner with Scorched Chrome accents.

The lower rocker boxes, pushrod tubes, and exhaust have a Scorched