For example, the 1932 Harley-Davidson RL 45 and the 1935 Harley-Davidson Model RL shared the same 45 ci Flathead V-twin, 18.5 HP engine, which ensured a top speed of 70 mph. Another iconic model in this breed was the 1942 Harley-Davidson WLA 45, which topped out at 65 mph. Introduced in the 2002 model line-up, the V-Rod motorcycle represents the first member of a new family of Harley-Davidson motorcycles – the performance custom. A tightly refined package of pure custom Harley-Davidson style and attitude backed with the performance of the liquid-cooled, 60-degree, Revolution engine, the V-Rod plays to your #VRod #HarleyDavidsonVRod #UpgradesToday lets take a look at the must have upgrades and afermarket brands for the Harley-Davidson V Rod. I am specifically t V-Rod maintenance and reliability. I'm well aware of the stigma that surrounds the V-Rod within the world of Harley. I know fuel injection and water cooling and high output engines aren't as simple as traditional Harley features. What I want to know is how problematic these bikes are. 1. The volunteer motorcycle: a 2004 Harley V-Rod VRSCB. 2. Here is the new rubber: Metzeler’s ME880s in 120/70 ZR19 front (same as stock) and 200/50 ZR18 rear (stock is 180/55 R18). According to Metzeler, their tires feature an advanced Silica compound, which reduces rolling resistance The V-Rod presents an entirely new engine architecture for Harley followers to contemplate: liquid cooling, double overhead cams, four valves per cylinder, one-piece crankshaft, Elgavilan. 3948 posts · Joined 2004. #9 · Jan 24, 2012. Sometimes the engine breather canister, plastic cylinder under the air cleaner, will make a rattle sound as the internal engine pressures pulsate through it. It is a 2 piece cylinder and the top half fits kind of loose allowing it to rattle. Remove your aircleaner and simply press down There are hundreds of thousands of used parts out there and bikes are being stripped for parts everyday, many with very low mileage - so quite a supply available. Engines, wheels, fenders, seats are available. Smaller trim pieces and unique chassis and internal engine parts might be full stop items but with research and time may be found. LIQUI MOLY 1500 Engine oil 20W-50, 1l for HARLEY-DAVIDSON V-ROD. Article number: 1500. Oil Viscosity Classification SAE: 20W-50. Capacity [litre]: 1. Product line: Motorbike 4T. Specification: API SN PLUS, JASO MA-2. 10% savings. 69. Fits your 2002 Harley Davidson V-Rod VRSCA. James Gasket 49mm Fork Seals For Harley 2002-2023. $17.95. 6. Fits your 2002 Harley Davidson V-Rod VRSCA. Lyndall Brakes X-Treme Performance Front / Rear Brake Pads For Harley 2000-2007. $76.47. F0IqO.