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2012 Harley Switchback | Quick Look

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June 26, 2012

2012 Harley-Davidson Motorcycle

New for 2012, the Harley-Davidson Dyna Switchback builds on the success of the CVO Convertible.

The Switchback is a custom touring motorcycle with easily detachable hard saddlebags and quick-detach windshield; it takes just a couple of minutes to transform the Switchback into a custom street cruiser.

Chassis, suspension, and tires are designed to deliver light, confident handling. Cleanly styled, the Switchback uses the 4.7-gallon Street Bob fuel tank.

For riding, the bend of the mini- ape handlebars with a pullback riser combine with full-length rider footboards and a two-up touring seat to offer riders all-day comfort.

2012 Harley-Davidson Switchback Quick Stats:

ENGINE TYPE: Pushrod V-twin
RAKE: 29.9 degrees
BORE x STROKE: 3.875″ x 4.38″
SEAT HEIGHT: 27.4 inches
TRANSMISSION: 6-speed
CURB WEIGHT: 718 pounds
WHEELBASE: 62.8 inches
PRICE: $15,999

For a review of the 2012 Harley-Davidson Switchback, click here. For a look into the entire 2011 motorcycle lineup, check out the Ultimate MotorCycling Digital Buyer’s Guide.

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