Street 750 from Harley-Davidson: custom with character from Buell

When you hear the words “Harley-Davidson,” you immediately imagine a huge motorcycle, sparkling with chrome and growling with a loud exhaust, on which sits a strong bearded man in leather gear, and the Harley Davidson Street 750 fits this description perfectly. The only exception is that it is compact, technologically advanced and – horror of horrors! – equipped with a modern liquid cooling motor instead of the archaic “air vent”. This deviation from the canons, coupled with an unprecedented reduction in cubic capacity for an American motorcycle manufacturer (previously the smallest and cheapest was the Sportster 883) caused a whole storm in the motorcycle community. But there is also the Street 500, built on the same base as its 750 cc brother, but it is not officially sold in Russia.

Be that as it may, despite such a bold step, the Street 750 quickly won the people's love, and even the most conservative cruiser lovers gradually changed their anger to mercy. This motorcycle, assembled in India , turned out to be surprisingly good. Inexpensive by Harley-Davidson standards, stylish, reliable, peppy and modern , it is an ideal and almost universal motorcycle for all occasions, which will surely appeal to you if you like retro style.

Design

Any Harley in appearance is a real work of art, in which everything is verified down to the smallest detail, right down to the manufacturer’s logo on the bolt heads. This fully applies to the Harley Street, although it still looks more modern than other Harley-Davidsons, except the V-Rod. Its design can be described as neo-retro - a good old classic, slightly modified according to the current ideas about fashion in the world of motorcycles.

Specifications

Refusing to install a classic air-cooled engine with a cylinder angle of 45 degrees, Harley-Davidson used developments from the engine of the V-Rod model. The remaining technical characteristics correspond to the concept of a modern cruiser, and they are, admittedly, good.

Engine

The 750 cc liquid-cooled V-twin with a cylinder angle of 60 degrees produces 53 hp. and 64 Nm of torque , comparable to some liter Japanese cruiser. The engine has lows, mid-speeds too, but in the upper range it “deflates”. Developing a top speed of 177 km/h , the Street 750 accelerates to 100 km/h in 6 seconds , and the dynamics do not leave it up to 130-140 km/h.

Transmission

The modern 6-speed transmission works as smoothly as a Swiss watch, and even without the “clumsy” shifting characteristic of American motorcycles and accompanied by a powerful kick of iron on iron. The gear ratios in the gearbox are ideally selected, the gears are moderately long, and already at 60-70 km/h you can engage fourth.

Chassis and brakes

Forget about alloy frames - just good old steel , and the most standard suspensions in the form of a telescopic fork in the front and two DualShocks in the rear. The Street Rod has much more interesting suspension, but the basic modification has what it has. No adjustments are provided, except for the preload of the rear shock absorbers. The brakes can be called quite good, but this is mainly the merit of the ABS system , since 1-piston calipers and one brake disc each front and rear do not add efficiency to the system.

Electronics

Harley Davidsons have always had minimal electronics, with the exception of touring models like the Electra Glide and Road Glide. Nobody began to stuff the most budget model in the line with electronic auxiliary systems, and this is for the better - the simpler, the more reliable.

Weight and dimensions

The curb weight of the Street 750 does not exceed 220 kg - a very modest figure by the standards of cruisers. And subjectively, the bike seems even lighter, it’s very easy to move it and roll it around the parking lot with your feet, since thanks to the center of gravity shifted down, the weight is almost not felt. Thanks to this, Harley Street is perfect even for short and not very strong motorcyclists.

Controllability

Maneuverability is one of the main advantages of this motorcycle. Harley-Davidson has created an almost perfect city bike that looks like a cruiser and handles like a modern road bike. The motorcycle obeys the steering wheel perfectly, quickly picks up speed and brakes tolerably. 's no exaggeration to call it one of the best-handling cruisers in the world .

Fuel consumption

During a quiet ride, fuel consumption will not exceed 5 liters , and in the city it can increase to 6.5-7 liters . Overall it remains moderate, and even the small teardrop-shaped fuel tank with a volume of 13.1 liters does not spoil the picture. A power reserve of 200+ kilometers is large enough for any purpose, and even more so for urban conditions.

Review of the Harley-Davidson Street 750 2015 motorcycle

The first all-new Harley-Davidson bike since 2001.

Even for those who have learned and become accustomed to Japanese bikes, the new Harley-Davidson Street 750 (the first new Harley since the 2001 V-Rod) will fit without any problems. All six gears shift smoothly and quietly, and after about the third you can do without a light clutch. The steering is quick and light, and the ergonomics are close to ideal if you're not too tall. No one was expecting a drag racing bike, so no one should be disappointed. However, the new liquid-cooled V-twin engine performs great straight from idle, without any lag or stumbling, and the engine is flexible enough to cruise at speeds of 55-65 kilometers per hour in top gear without any problems.

The prototype of the new Street produced 57.6 horsepower on the dynamometer at almost 8000 rpm. This is 11 more horses than the 883 Sportster . This makes up for the 883's more low-end torque, and gives an idea of ​​how the new Street 750 stacks up against the old Sportster. The Sportster is equipped with an outdated two-valve engine with a camshaft in the cylinder block, a piston stroke longer than the cylinder diameter and a compression ratio of 9:1. The new Street is a modern motorcycle equipped with a new four-valve, single-cam engine with a compression ratio of 11:1 and a bore-to-stroke ratio of 85 x 66 millimeters.

A 60-degree camber angle instead of 45 degrees allowed the gas tank to be conveniently and compactly mounted above the 38mm Mikuni throttle body.

When you first see the Street 750 in the flesh, what strikes you most is how small the bike is. Harley has always made the seat as low as possible on its entry-level bikes (all of its bikes, to be honest), but this time the manufacturer literally shrunk the entire bike down. The official HD website states that the curb weight of the Iron 883 is 255 kilograms; Street 750 - 218 kilograms. In fact, it's a huge difference that you feel every time you take the bike off the stand, accelerate and brake, and turn into a turn.

Widely spaced (at an angle of 60 degrees) and shorter cylinders allowed everything to be placed lower and more compact. Simply put, the guys from Milwaukee have created a modern and compact motorcycle. This is also a motorcycle that needs valve adjustments every 15,000 miles.

A version of the motorcycle in a spectacular dark red Mysterious Red Sunglo color scheme.

Now for the bad news. To make the Street 750's price as attractive as possible, the manufacturer had to make some sacrifices in finishing. The yoke molding looks like it was just pulled out of a sand mold, painted black and slapped onto the bike. The last time we saw this was on the Chinese Cleveland Heist - not the most pleasant comparison. While on some of their Harley-Davidson motorcycles they go to great lengths to hide all the cables and wires, on the new Street 750 the designers seem to have deliberately left everything in plain sight. Perhaps they will release a Dark Custom Trim Kit? Perhaps, but is it fair?

Finding faults is part of the purpose of a review like this, but if this is your first bike you'll almost certainly notice none of it. Overall, the Street 750 has an understated, narrow and stylish appearance. Its striking lines, especially at the gas tank, are reminiscent of the old Yamaha Radian, which was also a great little city bike.

It’s unlikely that anything good can be written about the traverse and the suspension of electrical wiring, so we won’t write anything. Wait though! The fork lock is built into the ignition switch!

“Urban” is the word that perfectly describes this new product from Harley-Davidson. “On the street and for the street,” say the advertising slogans on the manufacturer’s official website, convincing potential buyers of the availability of this new model.

A driver with a height of about 170 centimeters and a weight of approximately 70 kilograms will be very comfortable behind the wheel of a bike. Tall bikers may find it a little cramped, but not critical.

Another big jump in city riding is 89 millimeters of rear suspension travel, which is about 35 millimeters more than the Iron 883. And the Street 750 soaks up most bumps rather than having the rear tire hit them. Speaking of the rear tire, it's a custom-sized Michelin Scorcher 140/75 R15 with unusually high sidewalls, which is probably what the designers asked for. However, Mark Daniels, lead designer of the Street 750, said the tire was approved by the design department. Either way, the bike moves deftly wherever the rider points its 37mm fork tubes, and even likes to be handled hard like some naked sport bike.

The suspension cannot be called advanced, but it is well calibrated, although on bumpy sections of the road at more or less decent speeds it may lack damping. There's just enough cornering clearance to have fun, but not so much that you forget you're riding a Harley after all. The brakes have the "old-fashioned" version of ABS, meaning the 292mm front disc is simply not strong enough to lock the wheel. There is no real anti-lock braking system.

The agonizing wait is finally over - the first new Harley-Davidson since 2001 turned out to be a decent bike.

The seat turned out to be extremely comfortable, soft and conveniently shaped, but this feeling only lasts for the first hour. After a few hours of driving, the seat may feel too soft for the rest of the day. But this may be a matter of taste, and besides, the HD accessories catalog already has three alternative seats.

According to Harley-Davidson representatives, average fuel consumption is 5.7 liters per 100 kilometers. The tank volume is small - 13.2 liters, which can limit trips over long distances. Another obstacle for long rides is a strong vibration that begins to hit the steering wheel at a speed of about 130 kilometers per hour, despite the balance shaft in the engine.

The marketing genius at Harley-Davidson who decided to compete in the X Games definitely deserves a medal. They want to make racing on flat tracks a new discipline at the games, which could breathe new life into the sport.

Harley-Davidson may be facing the following problem: will today's poor youth, spoiled by environmentally friendly self-propelled cars, want to get behind the wheel of a flashy motorcycle that runs on fossil fuels? Is it possible to lure them away?

Harley-Davidson has already ignited the enthusiasm of designers showcasing their capabilities. Supporting the accessories and parts market is a big benefit for any motorcycle with the HD logo on the tank.

Perhaps yes. Harley-Davidson's demonstration at the Circuit of the Americas for the World Extreme Games attracted a lot of attention from young people, and many 20-year-olds can't wait to try out the new Street.

Mark Daniels was the lead designer on the Street team. Behind the scenes of the industry, designers were already working on modifications and new designs of the motorcycle.

Repair and tuning

Wide possibilities for customization have always been a strong point of American motorcycles. There are tons of aftermarket spare parts on sale, both original and from third-party manufacturers. The Harley-Davidson catalog alone is comparable in thickness to a weighty book.

Repair

If you wish, you can service the Street 750 on your own; there is nothing overly complicated in its design. But when purchasing a new motorcycle, the buyer receives a warranty, which will be lost if not serviced by an authorized dealer. And dealer prices are quite high.

Spare parts

Almost all spare parts are available at dealerships. Those that are not in stock can be ordered, and they arrive quite quickly. In addition, there is always Ebay and hundreds of foreign online stores where you can find everything you need.

Tuning

To say that there is a lot of tuning on the Street 750 is a gross understatement. There is not a lot of it, but a lot! You can replace everything, from mirrors and grips to deep modifications to the engine. Budget and imagination would be enough.

Motorcycle modifications

Russian dealers offer two modifications of the Harley Davidson Street 750, regular and modified , called Street Rod 750. The latter has a sportier and less old-fashioned appearance , a more powerful engine ( 68.4 hp versus 53 hp for Harley Street, the rev limit has been increased from 8000 to 9000) with reinforced suspension and a different seat, as well as a few other little things. The Street Rod 750 costs about 100 thousand rubles more than the regular Street 750, and is positioned as a motorcycle for those who like aggressive riding. There is also a version called the XG750R, also known as the Street Legal. This is a stylization of a retro racing bike from the first half of the 20th century, and very interesting! The Harley Davidson XG750 Street costs a little more than the basic version.

Disadvantages of the Harley Davidson Street 750

What about the brakes? A friend of mine said that the braking system is a disadvantage of the Harley Davidson Street 750. I had the same impression. The 11.5-inch front and 10.25-inch rear brake discs are quite small. The front brake is sticky and stops slowly. The rear caliper clamps a little better and faster, but its strength is not enough. When you apply the rear brake, the 2-piston floating calipers lock the wheel, but the bike doesn't stop quickly, despite leaving long black streaks of rubber on the asphalt behind.

The last note will be addressed to the motorcycle exhaust. The black 2-into-1 exhaust pipes produce a more subdued rumble than expected, revvy and clean without being rumbly. This will certainly please CARB and EPA agents, but it's not the exhaust sound that everyone will recognize as a Harley.

Advantages and disadvantages

The release of the Harley Davidson Street 750 divided Harley lovers into two camps. Some were delighted with him, pointing out the technical perfection of the newcomer, while others turned away contemptuously from the “dropsy” and small cubic capacity by cruiser standards. But practice shows that this model has more strengths than weaknesses.

Advantages

• Affordable price . For a reasonable amount, anyone can join the club of owners of the most famous brand in the world.
• Excellent maneuverability . The Harley Davidson Street 750 shatters the stereotypes that a cruiser must be heavy and clumsy.
• A huge amount of tuning and spare parts, both original and not.
• Economical . Thanks to the technologically advanced engine, the bike consumes fuel very economically, and, according to reviews from owners, it can easily digest even AI-92, although the manufacturer recommends using AI-95.
• Good dynamics . And not just by cruiser standards! Top speed is low, but at the speeds most riders ride at 95% of the time, the Harley Street feels confident and there's always plenty of traction to spare on the right handlebar.

Flaws

• Engine settings . The Harley Street engine likes to rev relatively high, higher than most cruisers. But this can only be a disadvantage in the eyes of the most stubborn cruiser lovers, accustomed to tractor traction at the bottom.
• Passenger seat . In stock, it is an uncomfortable perch on which it will be difficult to sit for more than an hour.
• Rigid pendants . The motorcycle loves good asphalt.

Potential

As mentioned at the outset, Harley had a very active presence at this year's X Games with the release of its Street 750. The company asked ESPN to add a flat race track, where the Street 750 ended up showing its full potential. Racer and AMA Pro Flat Track champion Brad Baker helped Harley with this promotion, while the company itself made some amazing custom Street 750s for the event.

The Harley Davidson Street 750 motorcycles have demonstrated the potential for customization. They were fitted with new exhaust pipes, air intakes, single seats, shock absorbers and improved brakes. Harley Davidson has now made over 100 aftermarket parts and accessories to customize the Street 750 yourself.

The Harley Street 750 is lightweight and very comfortable to ride in heavy traffic, easy to ride and quite powerful. It also has great potential for customization and is fairly inexpensive.

Owner reviews

Moved to Street 750 from Shadovy 1100, heaven and earth. It feels like I have been transported from the last century somewhere into the future. I forgot about the choke, cleaning the carbs with synchronization, regularly tightening everything that came loose on a 20-year-old motorcycle. Here I just bought it and went, that’s it, only storage in the garage. In two seasons it has never failed, it was serviced by the officials, because it is guaranteed. Service, by the way, is expensive, but if you don’t need a guarantee, you can forget about it. Tuning in bulk, costs much less than older Harleys. Vadim, Moscow, Harley Davidson XG750 Street '2019.

The ideal city motorcycle. Before him, I drove both a Warrior 1700 and a VTX 1800, since I don’t like anything other than cruisers, but in the city it was always crowded and at times uncomfortable. Street is the best choice for a biker who rides around the city 90% of the time, and not on long journeys, steers like a bull, crawls into any hole, pushes powerfully, leaving all the cars behind. I haven’t tried long-distance driving, I think it will be OK, but nothing more. In the reviews on the Internet, everything is correct; in general, they say that the spender is lively and nimble. Alexander, Kazan, Harley Davidson Street 750 Custom '2017.

A very friendly spender, suitable for beginners, and won’t let old people get bored either. There's plenty of low-end, no matter what they say about its engine, it's a comfortable cruiser on the highway at 110-120, but at 130-140 the vibrations start to get boring and the dynamics drop sharply. The seat is comfortable, the stock seat is oak, but can be altered or replaced. Dmitry, Sevastopol, Harley Davidson Street 750 Custom '2019.

Harley Davidson Street 750 Review

Hurley Davidson has an excellent seat and fit for comfort. For the driver, the legs were moved forward, and the saddle height was 709 km. Coupled with the maneuverability of the motorcycle, you can easily move around the city and traffic jams. Many owners note one drawback - the seat is too soft. If you go on a long trip, then after several hours of continuous driving its softness increases. Compared to other more powerful and expensive brothers, this model is not so good for travel, including due to the small fuel tank volume of 13 liters.

Engine Harley Davidson Street 750

Harley Davidson received an average engine in terms of characteristics, which has several similarities with the design of the V-Rod engine. Often the manufacturer uses the same cylinder camber of 45 degrees, but the new 2015 model received a 60-degree camber. The engine is positioned as an overhead valve and has fuel injection using the injection method.

The engine starts using an electric starter. The motorcycle is also driven by a completely standard 5-speed manual gearbox. In this case, the box is of a belt type, which makes its operation not so problematic.

Design

When creating this model, the manufacturer tried to produce it for the US and Indian markets. India, in turn, supplied equipment to European countries. The appearance of the motorcycle has many common elements with the legends of the 70s. Initially, the new product was made for young people, so a modern design was thought out. Accordingly, Harley received a small price, which makes it more affordable and therefore popular.

The seat of the bike is solid and can easily accommodate 1 passenger. At the front there is a round headlight and telescopic forks with rubber pads. There are also stylish magnesium alloy wheels. Although the motorcycle is considered a real Harley, the fork cheapens the overall appearance of the bike and equates it to an ordinary Chinese one. In general, the design of the Harley Davidson Street 750 is quite modern; the bike can be ridden by a beginner who wants to have a representative of the legendary brand as his first motorcycle.

At the rear there is a pendulum suspension consisting of two shock absorbers. Separately, it is worth noting the chassis, which is based on the Sportster. Having made several changes to it, the manufacturer achieved excellent reliability, lightness and small size. To stop a fairly heavy bike, we had to install a high-quality braking system. Both wheels have hydraulic disc calipers, each of which has 2 pistons. The wheel size at the front is 17 inches, and at the rear they decided to install 15-inch wheels.

Similar models

• Honda VT750 Shadow. A medium-sized bike produced since the 80s of the last century, it is very popular in different countries of the world, including Russia.
• Trimph America . Stylish English gentleman with an 800 cc inline-two.
• Yamaha XVS 650 Drag Star . On the American market - V-Star 650. Inferior to the Harley-Davidson Street 750 in all respects, but costs much less.

Spring view of Harley Davidson Street 750

I would like to comment separately on the appearance of the Harley Davidson Street 750 motorcycle. Its appearance looks dignified and complete. The Café Racer style windshield pairs well with the fork fluxes and adds a sporty look to the front end of the bike. The engine, exhaust pipes (2-in-1) and almost the entire body of the motorcycle are covered with dark paint. It is also worth noting that the 7-spoke wheels, painted black, also have the appropriate appearance.

It's true that Harley's high standards of control and quality seem a little exhausted in this bike. It is clear that in this regard, everyone was waiting for a model that would be similar to the expensive exhibits from the Harley Museum in Milwaukee. But this, I believe, is due to the fact that the main idea of ​​​​this model is its budget and, accordingly, during the development of the Street 750 the company was constrained by financial constraints. It is worth adding to the list of deviations from the company’s norms that both turn signal switches on this model are on the left handle, which is not usual. The wiring is external and in some places not very high quality. Also, the connector on the brake master cylinder looks budget-friendly. The Street 750's rear fender is steel, but has a plastic piece underneath to house the taillights, turn signals and license plate, which doesn't look like the usual Harley standards.

As for the rear seat, I can say that it is small and narrow, and the footrests are located close, so the passenger feels uncomfortable as they are pressed closely against the driver. But it is worth noting that Harley Davidson offers removable racks, passenger backrests and seat bags for this motorcycle. This way the bike can be easily converted into something more comfortable for two people to ride.

The brakes on the Harley Street 750 are soft. The front brake is sticky and both brakes don't do much stopping. In other respects the bike is very friendly. Responsive throttle, good clutch, smooth gear changes, good handling and excellent suspension.

The main thing that my friend and I came to the same opinion on was the handling of this motorcycle.

A friend of mine said about this:

The bike corners effortlessly and changes in direction with just a click. I expected the steering to be a little sluggish with the 110/80R17 front and 140/75R15 rear tires, but the bike turns in wonderfully. Handling is certainly the highlight of the Harley Davidson Street 750. The ground clearance is excellent, thanks to the high running boards.

FAQ

• Is the Harley Street series really assembled in India? True, but there's nothing unusual about it. Many models from BMW, KTM and other major companies are also produced in this country. The main thing is quality control, and it is very strict.
• Are the nuts and hexagons on it also inch? Depends on the market. Models officially sold in Europe, including Russia, use metric nuts and bolts.
• How is he going long distance? Great, but it will most likely be a bit cramped for two people with a passenger. Although some people ride all over the world in “400” cars, so it’s all individual.

Conclusion

Harley Street is significantly different from all its brothers in the model range. Modest cubic capacity, Indian assembly, liquid cooling of a revving engine by cruiser standards... But who said that this is bad? With this model, HD has opened the way to the world of leather and chrome for those who cannot afford a bike for a couple of million rubles. And high reliability, style and good technical characteristics make the Harley Davidson Street Custom interesting not only for beginners, but also for experienced bikers who are not chasing cubic capacity.

Specifications

Technical characteristics of Harley Davidson Street 750

Harley Davidson motorcycles have been small-capacity since the 20s, but today they have been replaced by real bikes with enormous power and modern style. With two cylinders and a total volume of 749 cubic meters, this model received quite good handling and maneuverability. The maximum speed was 180 km/h. The engine is called Revolution X V2, and the design and engine itself are more aimed at young people.

The handling of the motorcycle is quite good, which is facilitated by the presence of a reliable frame and suspension. The excellent engine power-to-weight ratio allowed for good cornering and rapid acceleration. The engine itself has a considerable 58 horses, a torque of 59 Nm and modern liquid cooling. But some believe that this power is not enough to curb the motorcycle's 222 kg weight.