SPECIFICATIONS

Price £20,980 Engine 1802cc, air-cooled, pushrod, 8v opposed twin Power 91bhp Torque 116.5 lb.ft Top speed 115mph (est) Rake/trail 32.7°/150mm Wheelbase 1731mm Kerb weight 365kg (claimed) Seat height 690mm Tank size 16 litres Economy 56mpg (tested) Colours black Availability now

Bike verdict Every bit as appealing as the H-DS it’s obviously chasing. Just as high quality and beautifully detailed as the regular R18 too, though hasn’t quite the same laid-back retro charm. Bike rating 8/10