Harley-Davidson celebrates 120 years with 7 limited edition motorcycles
Harley-Davidson kicked off its 120th anniversary this year, and the American manufacturer launched a 2023 lineup that includes seven limited edition motorcycles. The 120th anniversary limited edition will be in limited production and includes special paint work with intricate design and color combinations.
Harley-DavidsonThe 120th anniversary lineup includes the CVO Road Glide Limited Anniversary, Tri Glide Ultra Anniversary, Street Glide Special Anniversary, Road Glide Special Anniversary, Fat Boy 114 Anniversary and Heritage Classic 114 Anniversary.
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Speaking about 120 years of the Harley-Davidson brand, Jochen Zeitz, President, President and CEO of Harley-Davidson, said: “Since 1903, Harley-Davidson has been at the forefront of design, technology, and innovation. American motorcycling technology and performance, and today marks the beginning of the year-long 120th anniversary of Harley-Davidson. We’re excited to share the first release of the 2023 Harley-Davidson motorcycles, with more coming later this year. 2023 will be an unforgettable milestone for the Company, celebrating Harley-Davidson’s history, culture and community – we hope you can join us.”
These 120th anniversary edition motorcycles feature a distinctive paintwork and are Harley-Davidson’s most complex motorcycle ever. The panels are painted in a celebratory black base coat with heirloom red panels topped and bordered by a bright red stripe and a hand-painted gold scallop. The paint job also includes subtle details added in panels depicting the head and wings of a soaring eagle.
The badge on the gas tank is gilded and depicts the art deco of an eagle, an iconic element of Harley-Davidson’s design and heritage. Other upgrades include new Alcantara seats with contrasting yellow and red stitching, gold-tone powertrain trim, magenta control box and push rod washers. Furthermore, each limited edition motorcycle will be numbered with a laser engraved instrument panel on the fuel tank panel.
Below are the total number of limited edition models that will be produced for each Harley-Davidson commemorative motorcycle globally.
1. Ultra Limited Anniversary – 1,300 examples
2. Tri Glide Ultra Anniversary – 1,100 examples
3. Street Glide Special Anniversary – 1,600 examples
4. Special Anniversary Road Glide – 1,600 examples
5.Fat Boy 114 Anniversary – 3,000 examples
6. Heritage Classic 114th Anniversary – 1,700 examples
First published date: January 21, 2023, 13:06 pm IST