Harley-Davidson V-Rod (VRSCA) suspension setup and specs

Harley-Davidson V-Rod (VRSCA), 2002 to 2017: adjustable rear preload, 660 mm (26.0 in) seat height, 100 mm of front suspension travel, 272 kg (600 lb).

Model years covered: 2002, 2003, 2004, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017 — these share the same suspension hardware. Figures as published by Harley-Davidson.

2002–2017 Harley-Davidson V-Rod (VRSCA)
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Harley-Davidson V-Rod (VRSCA)

2002–2017 · cruiser · 1130 cc

Adjusters this bike has

Front preloadNot adjustable
Front reboundNot adjustable
Front compressionNot adjustable
Rear preloadAdjustable
Rear reboundNot adjustable
Rear compressionNot adjustable

Suspension travel and hardware

Front suspension travel100 mm (3.9 in)
Rear suspension travel60 mm (2.4 in)
Fork diameter49 mm (1.9 in)

Cold tire pressure, manufacturer spec

Front tire120/70ZR19
Rear tire180/55ZR18

Weight, seat height and geometry

Wheelbase1713 mm (67.4 in)
Rake34°
Trail100 mm (3.9 in)
Seat height660 mm (26.0 in)
Weight272 kg (600 lb) dry
Factory model codeVRSCA
Front brakeTwin 292mm discs, four-piston calipers
Rear brakeSingle 292mm disc, four-piston caliper

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