Motorcyclist

New and improved nasty
With its drag strip stance, Pro Stock pedigree and black-x-infinity color scheme, the Night Rod Special is the nastiest bike in Harley-Davidson's lineup. And unlike the Milwaukee manufacturer's air-cooled offerings that are more bark than bite, the liquid-cooled V-Rod packs a legitimate performance punch. With its 1250cc Revolution V-twin delivering a claimed 125 horsepower and a fat, 240-width rear tire to put that power to pavement, this V-Rod hits like a hammer out of the hole. For Harley haters who insist The Motor Company knows performance like the Golden Arches know haute cuisine, the Night Rod Special is a Supersized helping of shut the hell up.

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