04-20-2015, 03:28 AM
(04-20-2015, 02:41 AM)The ferret_imp Wrote: Harley took a giant step forward with the rubber mounted Dyna series. I'd love to see a dyna based sport tourer.
Yes.
I'd love to see Harley broaden their market. The way Buell was supposed to have done.
Except that the Buell crotch-rockets were of limited appeal...as you say, a Sport Touring model would be closer to Harley's natural market.
They'll have to redesign the frame. AND try a different engine layout. The big, heavy, long-stroke V is not what other segments of the market want.
So...an in-line three? Belt driven...to keep with what's become a Harley tradition. If a new engine is too expensive, contract it out or buy someone's design - maybe Rotax can crank out a three, quickly.
Keep the cruiser for those who want it...but offer something for someone who rides for reasons other than nostalgia or...whatever....