Most of you know, the Milwaukee Eight Engine was introduced in August 2016.
We learned quickly that this engine unlike any other engine Harley-Davidson had ever created. Five years and a million miles in testing. The days of waiting until all the bugs were out are over.
The following are five (5) facts that are interesting about this new powerhouse.
1. The Milwaukee-Eight motors have eight valves. Although retaining pushrods, the new Milwaukee-Eight powerplants now have four valves per cylinder. According to Harley-Davidson, the new motor has a 50-percent increase in flow over the Twin Cam motors they replace.
2. Power is up 10 percent over the motors they replace. The 107 motors are 11 percent quicker in acceleration from a standing start to 60 mph, as well as roll-on acceleration from 60 to 80 mph, compared to the Twin Cam High Output 103. The 114 cuts eight percent from 0 to 60 and 12 percent from 60 to 80, compared to the Twin Cam 110. Call Wilkins Harley-Davidson at 802-476-6104 to schedule a test ride.
3. Ergonomics are improved. The Milwaukee-Eight motor has a slimmer primary drive cover, and lower-profile air cleaner cover. Also, the motor gets an Assist and Slip clutch for reduced clutch pull and diminished likelihood of chirping the tires when downshifting.
4. The Milwaukee-Eight motor has a single cam, and less maintenance. In addition to a single chain-drive cam, the valve train is adjustment-free with the valve lash set at the factory.
5. Liquid cooling keeps the rider cooler. With oil- and radiator fluid pulling heat from the motor, the rider and passenger will find summers less toasty. The exhaust has also been redesigned to direct heat away from the rider.
Call Wilkins Harley-Davidson for a test ride on one of the new Milwaukee Eight Engines, including the Street Glide with the Stage 1 kit and the Ultra Limited with the Stage 3 performance kit.
802-476-6104.