2010 Harley-Davidson V-Rod Muscle VRSCF

The V-Rod Muscle® is a high-performance power cruiser with broad-shouldered, sculpted bodywork and a contemporary, urban sense of style.
The VRSC™ family offers an unmatched combination of style and performance. The 60-degree Revolution 1250 cc V-Twin is liquid-cooled and features Electronic Sequential Port Fuel Injection (ESPFI), dual overhead cams, four-valve heads, and a five-speed transmission. The engine is rubber-mounted in a hydroformed steel perimeter frame. A shell covers the large-volume airbox located over the engine. A five-gallon fuel cell is located below the seat on all VRSC models.

Base MSRP $17,199

Model Highlights

• Platinum powder-coated powertrain with polished covers
• Satin chrome dual exhaust with turn-out mufflers
• Silver, Five-Spoke Cast Aluminum wheels
• Sport front fender with black brace supports and blacked-out rear section
• Polished aluminum handlebar with integrated riser
• Polished forged aluminum triple clamps
• Chopped rear fender
• Angular airbox with side covers
• Color-matched radiator shrouds
• Satin black headlamp bucket
• LED front turn signals integrated in mirror stems
• LED combined stop/tail/turn light integrated within rear fender
• Side-mounted license plate
• 43 mm inverted forks
• Stylized rear shocks with black springs
• Black frame
• Deep, drag-style two-up sea

Key Features

• High-performance Brembo® triple-disc brakes with available ABS
• Race-bred slip and assist clutch helps ease drive train effort during downshifting
• 240 mm wide rear tire
• Forward-mounted footpegs and controls
• Teardrop reflector-optic headlight
• Electric power accessory connector under seat
• Optional, factory-installed Anti-Lock Braking System (ABS)
• Optional Harley-Davidson® Smart Security System with hands-free security fob

Specifications

Engine
Engine Liquid-cooled, Revolution®, 60° V-Twin
Valves Overhead cam, 4 valves per cylinder, solid tappet with shim-under-bucket lash adjustment
Bore x Stroke 4.13 in. x 2.84 in. (105.0 mm x 72.0 mm)
Displacement 76.28 cu. in. (1250 cc)
Compression Ratio 11.5:1
Fuel System Electronic Sequential Port Fuel Injection (ESPFI)
Air Cleaner Down draft intake
Lubrication System Wet-sump, integrated with powertrain crankcase

Drivetrain
Primary Drive Gear, 117/64 ratio
Final Drive Belt, 72/28 ratio
Clutch 9-plate, wet, A&S (Assist & Slip)
Transmission 5-speed
U.S. Gear Ratios (overall):
• 1st 11.752
• 2nd 7.898
• 3rd 6.322
• 4th 5.459
• 5th 4.899

Chassis
Frame Steel perimeter upper frame with hydroformed main rails and bolt-on lower frame rails; MIG welded
Swingarm Polished, one-piece cast aluminum
Front Forks 43 mm Inverted
Rear Shocks Preload adjustable
Wheels: Black, 5-Spoke Cast Aluminum
• Front 19 in. x 3 in. (482.60 mm x 76.20 mm)
• Rear 18 in. x 8 in. (457.20 mm x 203.20 mm)

Brakes
• Caliper Type 4-piston front and rear
• Rotor Type (diameter x width): Patented, one-piece floating rotor (front), uniform expansion rotor (rear)
• Front (dual) 11.81 in. x .20 in. (299.97 mm x 5.08 mm)
• Rear 11.81 in. x .28 in. (299.97 mm x 7.11 mm)
• Anti-Lock Braking System (option) Available

Suspension Travel
• Front Wheel 4 in. (101.60 mm)
• Rear Wheel 2.90 in. (73.66 mm)

Engineered for Sidecar Use Available

Performance
Engine Torque (per SAE J1349):
• North America 86 ft. lbs. @ 6500 rpm (116.60 Nm @ 6500 rpm)
Lean Angle (per SAE J1168):
• Right 32°
• Left 32°

Fuel Economy
(EPA urban/highway test) 34/42 mpg (6.92/5.60 L/100 km)
electric
Battery (per Battery Council International Rating) Sealed, maintenance-free, 12V, 19-amp/hour, 270 cca
Charging Three-phase, 38-amp system (439W @ 13V, 2000 rpm, 489W max power @ 13V)
Starting 0.08 kW electric with direct drive starter motor engagement
Lights (as per country regulation):
• Headlamp (quartz halogen) 55-watt low beam, 65-watt high beam
• Rear Tail/Stop Lights, Rear Tail/Stop/Turn Signal Lights Integrated Dual Color LED
• Front Turn Signal Lights Integrated LED
• Indicator Lamps High beam, neutral, low oil pressure, turn signals, engine diagnostics, security system (optional), coolant temperature, low fuel warnings

Dimensions
Length 92.80 in. (2357.12 mm)
Overall Width 40.20 in. (1021.08 mm)
Overall Height 45.70 in. (1160.78 mm)
Seat Height:
• Laden 25.60 in. (650.24 mm)
• Unladen 26.70 in. (678.18 mm)
Ground Clearance 4.80 in. (121.92 mm)
Rake (steering head) 34°
Fork Angle 34°
Trail 5.60 in. (142.24 mm)
Wheelbase 67.0 in. (1701.80 mm)
Tires (Dunlop® Harley-Davidson Series, radial blackwall front and rear):
• Front – D208F 120/70ZR-19 60W
• Rear – D419 240/40R-18 79V
Fuel Capacity 5 gal. (18.925 L) (warning light at approximately 0.5 gal.)
Oil Capacity (w/filter) 5 qts. (4.73 L)
Coolant Capacity 2.50 qts. (2.37 L)

Weight
• As Shipped 640 lbs. (290.30 kg)
• In Running Order 673 lbs. (305.27 kg)
• Gross Vehicle Weight Rating 1075 lbs. (487.62 kg)
• Gross Axle Weight Rating
• Front 377 lbs. (171.01 kg)
• Rear 698 lbs. (316.61 kg)

Color Options
Solids
• Vivid Black
• Brilliant Silver Pearl
• Black Denim
• Red Hot Sunglo

Warranty
Warranty 24 months (unlimited mileage)
Service Interval First 1,000 miles (1,600 km), every 5,000 miles (8,000 km) thereafter

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