Harley-Davidson takes its Softail design in a radical direction with the introduction of the 2008 FXCW Rocker and FXCWC Rocker C, offering two stunning variations on the long, low custom motorcycle theme. These new custom motorcycles faithfully replicate the lines of an original, slammed ‘Hardtail’ custom, while delivering the comfortable ride of a concealed modern rear suspension. (The term Hardtail refers to the clean style of frames with no rear suspension from a bygone era). A raked-out front end, new cast-aluminium oil tank, new saddle designs, original paint treatments and other details make the Rocker and Rocker C the most significant evolution of the Softail line since its inception in 1984.
The Rockertail :
It’s the Rockertail rear end that makes a Softail a Rocker. The Rockertail utilises an all-new rear section with elliptical tubes and no visible fender supports. As on other Softail motorcycles, the Rockertail rear shock absorbers are hidden away under the transmission. The rear fender is mounted just above a wide 240mm x 18 rear tyre, and the fender’s broad surface is fully exposed behind a solo saddle. The Rockertail design creates the illusion of a bone-jarring, hardtail frame but when under way, the fender and wheel move together as the rear suspension glides through 3.4 inches/86 mm. Laden seat height of the FXCW Rocker is just 24.5 inches/622 mm, one of the lowest seat heights available on the market today.
The FXCW Rocker :
The FXCW Rocker makes an anti-everything statement that appeals to a hard riding, go-your-own-way attitude. The Rocker stretches out on a 36.5-degree fork rake that extends the wheelbase to 69.2 inches/1760 mm. A 19-inch tapered five-spoke cast-aluminium front wheel is finished in durable Satin Stainless Metallic powdercoat. The same finish is applied to the fork lowers, triple clamps, headlamp, handlebar riser, tank console, swingarm, turn signal housings, hand controls, belt guard, oil tank and engine trim. The frame is custom colour-matched to the bodywork.
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