XR1200 is US bound

Harley's dirt track inspired XR1200 is infact making it to the states. Harley is taking orders this December for a limited run of 750 XR's (750 for XR750 get it?). Fortunately the bike does add a some performance bits to go with it's sporty looks. Showa inverted forks, Nissin brakes, Dunlop Qualifiers (only Harley to offer those eh?) and engine tuning producing 90hp are all very welcome features. The bike will come in orange, black, and white and retails at $10,799.

It's interesting to think exactly what this bike will compete against: Kawasaki ER-6N, Suzuki SV650, Ducati Monster? It will likely overpower bikes like the Moto Guzzi V7 and Triumph Thruxton. Maybe Ducati's GT 1000 is it's closest match?

It's nice to see Harley diversify and appeal to younger, more sport oriented customers. A street legal XR is loooong overdue, so the XR is a welcome addition (even if it based on the heavy Sportster).