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presentation of the VRSCF 1250 V-Rod Muscle 2012

with the V-Rod 1ere du nom, Harley fans received a double uppercut. Milwaukee's first power cruiser abandoned traditional motorization for a liquid-cooled, 4 valves per cylinder engine (developed by Porsche, please). That was the emotional part. Then there was the huge power contained in the twin, which was the second slap in the face. 2009 saw the arrival of the MUSCLE version to finish the job. A variation on the VRSC hot-rod, cut from metal with bits of rage in the design. From both front and side, it's a visual bludgeon.
more squared-off, more muscular, the "Meusseule" becomes the most aggressive of the V-Rod range (with the exception of the Destroyer, a dragster not suitable for road use). Its 1250 cm3 engine, 123 hp, huge 240 mm rear tire and massive air intake gills invite Mad Max-like behavior without the sweetener. Bestial, long, bad girl, the Muscle also plays the equipment, finish and wink card. The frame fades into the background, while the upside-down forks, twin exhaust pipes, imposing twin and 2-tone 5-spoke rims come to the fore. Some of the details are flattering, such as the electrical wiring hidden in the handlebars, the turn signals inlaid in the mirror arms, or the LED rear light remarkably well integrated into the shortened mudguard. Less visible yet useful, ABS and an anti-dribble clutch are fitted as standard. With its low seat height (640 mm WHERE MotoId = 3498), the V-Rod Muscle is no queen of courtesy, even with a new saddle to wedge your posterior. With footrests set almost level with the steering column, the rider will feel the pinch under acceleration; the potato will pass through the back after having messed up the arms. Since 2011, the Muscle has been shod with Michelin Scorcher tires. If you're not sure whether to go for the spirit or the look, maybe Marisa Miller can help you see the new attributes(see photo gallery ->).
the 2012 VRSC range celebrates 10 years of V-ROD. As a result, all models featuring the twin Revolution, and therefore this Muscle too, carry commemorative "10th Anniversary" badges.
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Key facts Harley-Davidson VRSCF 1250 V-Rod Muscle (2012) : What you need to know before you buy

Highlights

  • Twin ventru
  • Manly face
  • Finition

Weak points

  • Driving position
  • Poids
  • consumption

Prices

Basic version
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18,790€

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Performance

Specifications Harley-Davidson VRSCF 1250 V-Rod Muscle 2012

Chassis
Frame : double steel cradle
Fuel capacity : 18.90 liters (4.99 US gallons)
Seat height : 640 mm (25.20 in)
Length : 2,410 mm (94.88 in)
Wheelbase : 1,700 mm (66.93 in)
Dry weight : 292 kg (644 lb)
Weight when fully loaded : 307 kg (677 lb)
Front axle
Reverse telehydraulic fork Ø 43 mm, Wheel travel : 102 mm (4.02 in)
Braking 2 discs Ø 300 mm (11.81 in), 4-piston caliper
Front tire : 120 / 70 - 19 → Order this type of tire
Pressure : 2.48 bar
Transmission
5 stage gearbox
Secondary belt drive
Rear axle
2 lateral shock absorbers, Wheel travel : 74 mm (2.91 in)
Braking 1 disc Ø 300 mm (11.81 in), 4-piston caliper
Rear tire : 240 / 40 - 18 → Order this type of tire
Pressure : 2.9 bar
Motor
two-cylinder 60° V-shape , 4 strokes
Injection
Cooling system : liquid
2 ACT
4 valves per cylinder
1,246 cc
123 ch (121.30 hp) to 8,000 rpm
11.50 mkg to 6,500 rpm
Power-to-weight ratio : 2.41 kg/ch
Weight / torque ratio : 25.39 kg/mkg
Compression : 11.5 : 1
Standard equipment
Brake assist : ABS as standard
Practical information
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Compare the VRSCF 1250 V-Rod Muscle to its competitors

Torque

Harley-Davidson VRSCF 1250 V-Rod Muscle 2012 : 11.5 mkg
Yamaha 1700 V-MAX 2012 : 17 mkg
Ducati DIAVEL CARBON 1200 2012 : 12.9 mkg
Victory (USA) 1700 HAMMER S 2012 : 14.2 mkg

Power

Harley-Davidson VRSCF 1250 V-Rod Muscle 2012 : 123 ch (121.30 hp)
Yamaha 1700 V-MAX 2012 : 200 ch (197.20 hp)
Ducati DIAVEL CARBON 1200 2012 : 162 ch (159.80 hp)
Victory (USA) 1700 HAMMER S 2012 : 92 ch (90.70 hp)

Power-to-Weight ratio

Harley-Davidson VRSCF 1250 V-Rod Muscle 2012 : 2.41 kg/ch
Yamaha 1700 V-MAX 2012 : 1.57 kg/ch
Ducati DIAVEL CARBON 1200 2012 : 1.3 kg/ch
Victory (USA) 1700 HAMMER S 2012 : 3.36 kg/ch

Torque-to-Weight ratio

Harley-Davidson VRSCF 1250 V-Rod Muscle 2012 : 25.39 kg/mkg
Yamaha 1700 V-MAX 2012 : 18.24 kg/mkg
Ducati DIAVEL CARBON 1200 2012 : 16.05 kg/mkg
Victory (USA) 1700 HAMMER S 2012 : 21.48 kg/mkg

Speed

Harley-Davidson VRSCF 1250 V-Rod Muscle 2012 : 200 km/h (124.30 mph)
Yamaha 1700 V-MAX 2012 : 220 km/h (136.70 mph)
Ducati DIAVEL CARBON 1200 2012 : 250 km/h (155.30 mph)
Victory (USA) 1700 HAMMER S 2012 : approximately 180 km/h (111.80 mph)
Our comparison
When Fat Bob and V-Rod Muscle go head-to-head... in front of a lady. 10/7/12 When Fat Bob and V-Rod Muscle go head-to-head... in front of a lady.

Thanks to Oli, my friendly neighbor, I was able to enjoy a week's riding on two magnificent Harley Davidsons. On the one hand the Fat Bob and on the other the V-Rod Muscle special 10th anniversary edition.
Here are my impressions after testing these two splendid machines.
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Bikers' reviews Leave a review - 23 reviews

Bas-Rhin
French Marcopodo Model 2016
Happy owner of a 2011 muscle for 6 years, I wouldn't change it for anything in the world, despite the few small points that need improving
I'm surprised by some of the specifications in the comparison: top speed, for example. It says 200 max, but I can do it without forcing it. The only thing preventing me from pulling more is the wind, which pulls a little too hard at this speed and above. But I've got a good feeling that there's still room for improvement
The same goes for the torque. Rating : 4/5
French Vrsc
Tested at 240kmh with a stage 2 and a 28 pulley. Rating : 5/5
French Jerem Model 2011
I've owned a 2011 muscle car for 3 and a half years, and I'm very satisfied!
Crazy acceleration and timeless looks
A legendary bike for me Rating : 5/5
French mimile Model 2011
2011 bike I've been riding for a year, great bike with great looks Rating : 5/5
une bombe harley
French claude Model 2016
j'ai eu muscle 2012 2014 et 2016....moto tres surprenant,,,attachz vos tuque...par contre avec exhaut Van And Hince....dur pour les oreilles a la longue et au quebec..$$$ les amendes pleuvent...je vis avec les originaux plus 1 casque fullface pour haute vitesse, j'adore ce feeling style...Porsche...en haut de 5000 tours minute.....oui pas confortable...consomation excessive....mais bon...je l'adore...merci Rating : 5/5
Monstre
French Olivier Model 2013
Exceptional motorcycle with a truckload of torque, I wouldn't trade it in for another bequanne for anything in the world Rating : 5/5
French Model 2012
superbe moto sa marche très fort une gueule d'enfers model de 2012 sa fait un ans et demi que je roule avec je me regale Rating : 5/5
H-D Muscle - Le démarreur est resté bloqué ?
French olive Model 2014
the demarcher is blocked impossible to stop my machine
celuloid stuck
this is my first harley my second outing five minutes for the second
,,,,,??????? 5800 kilometers c peu ou pas
 Rating : 3/5
French Bali Model 2014
But I think the new cut is great too. Rating : 5/5
chrome
French laurent Model 2015
i'm looking for the
oil in chrome on v rod muscle
the store tells me it doesn't exist Rating : 5/5
French jo Model 2015
i'm very pleased with the aggressiveness of this bike (muscle) Rating : 5/5
Essence et plus encore
French Ruskof Model 2013
Bonsoir je voudrait savoir que mettre comme essence dans ma moto que je vient d'acquérir elle est de 2009 et savoir si c'est une moto fiable et je voudrais que on m'explique que sa signifie le stage 1 stage 2 merci de bien vouloir m'expliquer Rating : 5/5
French Yffic Narbonne membre de l'équipe Logo en petite résolution du site motoplanete
Hello

I'm not a Harley specialist, but like most motorcycles, you should be able to run on SP95 and SP98.
Regarding stages 1 and 2, I've never understood anything, sorry.
Bonne route en HD. Rating : 5/5
French james_tlse
stage 1: you put the bike back in us configuration, i.e. a free exhaust, a free air filter with us intake horns (high flow) and finally you inject a new mapping to get a good rendering of the whole (example of my configuration on my muscle stage1: exhaust vance Rating : 5/5
French vini82 Model 2010
super moto pas les moyens d\'acheter mais vraiment supppppppperbe Rating : 5/5
French Jef 54 Model 2013
Only happiness Rating : 5/5
un truc de ouf!
French redge Model 2013
mine is from 2010 a small oil leak at the front cylinder cover and which runs on the pipe so a little smoke but nothing serious.on the road it kicks ass I'm very proud of it and to see people munching it with their eyes it gives me great pleasure.the consumption and the purchase of tires well I don't look too much at the expense I look rather at the pleasure of having been able to acquire this machine.à plus et bonne route Rating : 5/5
French james_tlse Model 2010
Superb lines, beautiful finish and great acceleration! just the right amount of braking when you come from a Jap, but with practice, everything falls into place. Mine is in US configuration: exhaust vances Rating : 5/5
De la gueule et du muscle!
French Vrscfman Model 2013
2000 km or so with the vrod and it's perfect: same opinion as fsa, a little difficult to handle because of the weight and wide rear tire at low speed, but apart from that it's a real head turner on the road. Great acceleration and truck-like torque. But given the lack of front bubble, it's not suited to high speeds (>140 km/h wind pressure becomes annoying)
For range, I reckon around 250-260 km before the reserve, with a good rev climb in the first 3 gears.
Incomparable looks and nickelle finish, everything is massive on this bike: it catches the eye everywhere I go. On the other hand, the underside of the seat could have been better finished, even if it's only visible when you go to the petrol pump.
Another drawback due to French regulations: we're strongly tempted to install a Stage 1 to avoid lawnmower noise and let the engine breathe better.
Can't wait for the end of winter! Rating : 5/5
French Fsa
Hi vrscfman! same opinion as you on the underside of the saddle and high speeds ... which suits me fine. I've been on stage 1 since October and Vance Rating : 5/5
French Vrscfman
Saalut, sorry for the late reply. So what does Stage 1 look like? You put vance Rating : 5/5
French fsa
Hi Vrscfman! Stage 1 c\'est encore plus de plaisir et plus de couple en bas et moins d'accoups motuer et coté conso c\'est pareil. Suis V Rating : 5/5
French Vrscfman
It will soon be my turn :) Rating : 5/5
French FSA Model 2013
Hello, I bought my Muscle black vivid in 01/13. After 5500 km, this bike gives me nothing but thrills, emotions and pleasure. Of course it's heavy and not very easy to handle at standstill or at very low speeds, but it's pure pleasure to ride, considering my size: 1.65m/68kg/51 years old. Contrary to what people say, my fuel consumption is 5.6-5.7/100. I always do 300 km with cool driving and sometimes with gas. The driving position: you get used to it very quickly and it's not as uncomfortable as it looks. In Stage 1, it breathes even better and delivers even more power and torque down low. An eye-catching motorcycle with a strong character, an outstanding engine, a mix of HD and Porsche: a perfect marriage... it's unique and totally GENIAL! Rating : 5/5
French Law17 Model 2009
i've been riding the Muscle for 2 years .....
A real pleasure, great handling, acceleration and elegance,
This bike is superb.....
Warning..... It really kicks ass [ novice please ] Rating : 5/5
French pag2000 Model 2009
i have a 2012 vrod muscle...strap on your toques with pipes vance and nince, the police don't like it, I don't care...the sound is disgusting Rating : 5/5
French benill82 Model 2011
i bought the V-ROD in June 2011, in Toulouse and I am very satisfied with this machine, which gives me exceptional riding sensations.
i invite all Harley fans to give this machine a try.
bonne route a tous

Rating : 5/5
French Thurnill Model 2009
In July 2012, I'll have had my V-Rod Muscle for a year now, and I'm having a lot of fun commuting from Lesparre to Strasbourg. It's a really pleasant bike, with a real pick-up and pleasant power...in a riding position that requires good forearms and a neck that has to respond above 140 km/h, but it's a real pleasure... Rating : 1/5
French redge Model 2009
i was lucky enough to be able to try it out at HD in Bordeaux for 20 minutes and I can say that it's a really good machine, beautiful lines that don't go unnoticed and I love that 240 tire. I'm putting some money aside to buy it later Rating : 5/5
French phildou45 Model 2010
A beauty I have a feeling that after the first model and then a night road special I'm going to go try out this machine and believe very hard in Santa Claus Rating : 5/5
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FAQ Your frequently asked questions about the VRSCF 1250 V-Rod Muscle 2012

What is the power of the VRSCF 1250 V-Rod Muscle 2012?
The VRSCF 1250 V-Rod Muscle 2012 develops a power of 123 ch (121.30 hp)
What is the torque of the VRSCF 1250 V-Rod Muscle 2012?
The maximum torque of the VRSCF 1250 V-Rod Muscle 2012 is 11.50 mkg to 6,500 rpm.
What is the maximum speed of the VRSCF 1250 V-Rod Muscle 2012?
The VRSCF 1250 V-Rod Muscle 2012 is capable of reaching a top speed of 200 km/h (124.30 mph) on the track.
What is the weight of the VRSCF 1250 V-Rod Muscle 2012?
The VRSCF 1250 V-Rod Muscle 2012 has a a dry weight of 292 kg (644 lb), a weight when fully loaded of 307 kg (677 lb).
QWhat is the seat height of the VRSCF 1250 V-Rod Muscle 2012?
To ensure good accessibility, the VRSCF 1250 V-Rod Muscle 2012 offers a minimum seat height of 640 mm (25.20 in).
What is the price of the VRSCF 1250 V-Rod Muscle 2012?
The price of the VRSCF 1250 V-Rod Muscle 2012 is 18,790€ in France

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