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Harley-Davidson XG750R Flat Tracker Unveiled

A 'young and free' iteration of motorcycling from Harley-Davidson, the American bike maker has unveiled the new XG750R Flat Tracker, its first flat track race bike in 44 years.
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By Sameer Contractor

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Published on May 30, 2016

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  • The XG750R is Harley's first flat track bike in 44 years
  • The XG750R is part of Harley-Davidson Screamin' Eagle factory team
  • The XG750R uses a Vance & Hines tuned 749cc liquid-cooled, V-Twin engine
A 'young and free' iteration of motorcycling from Harley-Davidson, the American bike maker has unveiled the new XG750R Flat Tracker, its first flat track race bike in 44 years. The new flat tracker has been specifically designed for competing in the AMA Pro Flat Track Series and will be doing rounds of the dirt ovals in the US as part of the Harley-Davidson Screamin' Eagle factory team.
 
Harley-Davidson XG750R Front

The Harley-Davidson XG750R's exhaust looks menacing

The XG750R Flat Tracker is the creation of Vance & Hines, who have put the bike together and have also helped build the racing frame. On looks alone, the XG750R grabs the pole position for us and gives you some serious modification goals to look forward to on your respective Harleys. The bike is complimented with minimal bodywork, a slender fuel tank and a sharp single seat. The high mounted twin exhaust is particularly menacing.

Harley-Davidson XG750R Design

The XG750R scores well with respect to its design

In terms of power, the Harley-Davidson XG750R uses a Vance & Hines tuned version of the 749cc liquid-cooled V-Twin Revolution X engine that powers the Street 750. While power output figures haven't been disclosed, the light weight of the flat tracker coupled with the well tuned engine will surely making it easier for the rider to kick the dirt.

Harley-Davidson XG750R Dirt Racing

Harley won't produce a street legal version of the XG750R anytime soon

Speaking of which, the Harley XG750R will be raced by rider Davis Fisher on the AMA Pro series. The bike maker also clarified that the flat tracker is strictly built for race competition and will not be put on sale at this time. That said, Harley-Davidson should consider bringing the XG750R to the showrooms complete with the road going bits like lights, indicators, instrument cluster and a front brake.

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