Harley Davidson Evolution Engine History

Unlike the Harley engines of the past that couldnt keep up with the competitions performance and reliability the only reason H-D called a halt to the party was.

Harley davidson evolution engine history. The engine design is often credited with saving Harley-Davidson from bankruptcy after the management buyout and subsequent reorganization that the company went through during the early 1980s. See what set these Harley-Davidsons apart. Around the turn of the century the gas engine was advanced and the only-cylinder motor changed into added.

The small Evolution engine permanently replaced the Ironhead engine and as of November 2010 is still being produced by the Harley-Davidson motorcycle company. Along with Indian it was one of two major American motorcycle manufacturers to survive the Great Depression. Making 885bhp 5450rpm and 111lb-ft 32540rpm the airoil-cooled 107 1745cc motor currently powers the entire 2017 Touring Range of Harley-Davidsons.

The Harley Evolution engine or Evo lived in Harley bikes for 16 years. Through its history Harley-Davidson has embraced technological evolution while respecting the heritage of our brand with engines that produce real-world performance for real-life riders said Harley-Davidson Chief Engineer Alex Bozmoski. With numerous American motorcycle manufacturers trying to surface and re-surface Harley-Davidson introduces its most revolutionary engine yet.

1903 in Milwaukee Bill Harley and Arthur Walter Davidson designed and developed a one-cylinder bike. The Harley-Davidson Evolution V-twin was introduced in 1983. By the end of its run the engine was oil-tight reliable and pumped out stump-pulling torque.

The sporty version of a Flathead engine had 742cm³ cubic capacity and 30hp. Comes in 883 cc and 1200 cc versions. Twin Cam 88 TM.

A Brief History of Harley-Davidson. The Sportster motorcycle line receives the Evolution V-twin engine. 1999-2006 Twin Cam 88B TM 2000-2006.