Activities Hobbies Photo Gallery: A Buyer's Guide for Every 2009 Harley-Davidson Motorcycle Share PINTEREST Email Print Hobbies Cars & Motorcycles Contests Couponing Freebies Frugal Living Fine Arts & Crafts Astrology Card Games & Gambling Playing Music Learn More By Basem Wasef Basem Wasef Basem Wasef is the author of "Legendary Motorcycles" and "Legendary Race Cars." His work has appeared in Autoblog, Men's Journal, Robb Report, and Wired. Learn about our Editorial Process Updated on 01/13/20 01 of 34 CVO Dyna Fat Bob XDFSE The 2009 Harley-Davidson FXDFSE CVO Dyna Fat Bob ($25,299) is the most affordable of the CVO models, and only 2,450 examples of this bike will be produced. New Fang wheels debut on this bike, which is decked out with loads of trick components. Photo © Harley-Davidson Among the changes to the 2009 Harley-Davidson lineup are two new bikes-- the V-Rod Muscle and the Tri Glide Ultra Classic and styling tweaks across the board. The revised lineup ranges from the cheapest Harley, the $6,999 Sportster 883 Low, to the most expensive, the $35,499 Ultra Classic Electra Glide. Touring bikes receive a host of improvements including a new frame and swingarm, 2-1-2 exhaust system, Isolated Drive System, and more. As with the 2008 Harley-Davidson lineup, ABS is a $795 option on all Touring and VRSC models. ABS is standard on two Touring CVO models (the Ultra Classic Electra Glide and the Road King.) Varying starting prices reflect different color combinations. Related: 2008 Harley-Davidson Cross Bones Review 2008 Harley-Davidson Fat Bob Review 2007 Harley-Davidson Sportster 1200 Nightster Review 02 of 34 CVO Road Glide FLTRSE3 The 2009 Harley-Davidson FLTRSE3 CVO Road Glide ($30,999) features all the usual CVO custom touches, along with its distinctive frame-mounted, aerodynamic fairing. A custom rear end, saddlebag extensions, and slammed suspension give it a mean look. Photo © Harley-Davidson 03 of 34 CVO Ultra FLHTCUSE4 The 2009 Harley-Davidson FLHTCUSE4 CVO Ultra Classic Electra Glide ($35,499) is the most expensive 2009 Harley, and boasts an extensive list of custom components and an all-new frame. This flagship is powered by a Screamin' Eagle Twin Cam 110 V-twin. Photo © Harley-Davidson 04 of 34 CVO Softail Springer FXSTSSE3 The 2009 Harley-Davidson CVO Softail Springer ($26,999) is built around a unique frame design and features a Heavy Breather intake for the rigid-mounted Twin Cam 110B engine, copious chrome, and retro-style front suspension. Photo © Harley-Davidson 05 of 34 V-Rod VRSCAW The 2009 Harley-Davidson V-Rod ($14,999 - $15,639, depending on color scheme) features a liquid-cooled, 1250cc Revolution V-Twin engine that produces 121 hp and 84 ft-lbs of torque, and a fat 240mm rear tire. Seat height is only 26 inches. Photo © Harley-Davidson 06 of 34 V-Rod Night Rod Special VRSCDX The 2009 Harley-Davidson Night Rod Special ($16,699) sports blacked-out components, brushed aluminum straight-shot dual mufflers, and other sleek styling cues. Drag bars and forward foot controls give the rider an aggressive, stretched out posture. Photo © Harley-Davidson 07 of 34 V-Rod Muscle VRSCF The new 2009 Harley-Davidson V-Rod Muscle ($17,199 - $17,504 depending on color) wears a re-styled and color-coded radiator shroud, forward foot controls, and a new internally wired handlebar. Also new are airbox side covers and upside down forks. Photo © Harley-Davidson 08 of 34 Dyna Super Glide FXD The 2009 Harley-Davidson Dyna Super Glide FXD ($11,999 - $12,344) is the entry level member of the Dyna family, and features a vibration isolated Twin Cam 96 engine under a solo seat and a 6-speed Cruise Drive transmission. Photo © Harley-Davidson 09 of 34 Dyna Street Bob FXDB The 2009 Harley-Davidson Dyna Street Bob FXDB ($12,999 - $13,344) reinterprets classic post-war Bobber design with a redesigned chopped rear fender, new laced wheels with gloss black rims, and internally wired mini-ape hangers. Photo © Harley-Davidson 10 of 34 Dyna Low Rider FXDL The 2009 Harley-Davidson Dyna Low Rider FXDL ($15,099 - $15,924) is built for comfort, with mid-mounted controls, a low 25.8 inch seat height, and standard highway pegs. It also wears new tank graphics, a new speedometer, and a low profile front fender. Photo © Harley-Davidson 11 of 34 Dyna Fat Bob FXDF New features on the 2009 Harley-Davidson Dyna Fat Bob FXDF ($14,999 - $15,344) include high performance chrome-covered coil-over rear shocks and silver-faced speedometer with range countdown. Details include a drag-style handlebar and a Tommy Gun exhaust. Photo © Harley-Davidson 12 of 34 Dyna Super Glide Custom FXDC The 2009 Harley-Davidson Dyna Super Glide Custom FXDC ($12,999 - $13,654) features a low-slung, two-up ribbed seat, Fat Bob fuel tank, and laced 19 inch front and 17 inch rear wheels. Power comes from a vibration isolated Twin Cam 96 engine. Photo © Harley-Davidson 13 of 34 Road King FLHR The 2009 Harley-Davidson FLHR Road King ($16,999 - $17,729) wears a large, detachable windshield and hard-shell saddlebags. The seat has been restyled with chrome accents, and a new low-mount license bracket locates the plate below the tail lamp. Photo © Harley-Davidson 14 of 34 Road King Classic FLHRC The 2009 Harley-Davidson FLHRC Road King Classic ($17,999 - $18,779) features a large detachable windshield, auxiliary passing lights, and standard cruise control. Seat surfaces and saddlebags are covered in tooled leather for a nostalgic look. Photo © Harley-Davidson 15 of 34 Electra Glide Standard FLHT The 2009 Harley-Davidson FLHT Electra Glide Standard ($16,999 - $17,449) is a no-nonsense touring bike equipped with locking hard saddlebags, a fork-mounted touring fairing with instrumentation, and auxiliary lamps. At its heart is a Twin Cam 96 engine. Photo © Harley-Davidson 16 of 34 Electra Glide Classic FLHTC The 2009 Harley-Davidson Electra Glide Classic ($18,999 - $19,919) wears a brighter, long-lasting LED rear fender tip light, a shorty radio antenna, and a redesigned, fore/aft adjustable Tour-Pak. Photo © Harley-Davidson 17 of 34 Ultra Classic Electra FLHTCU The 2009 Harley-Davidson Ultra Classic Electra Glide ($20,999 - $22,159) is considered Harley's ultimate touring machine, and features a greater capacity Tour-Pak and saddlebags, new mid-frame air deflectors, and a new Isolated Drive System. Photo © Harley-Davidson 18 of 34 Road Glide FLTR The 2009 Harley-Davidson FLTR Road Glide ($18,599 - $19,049) comes standard with hard-shell saddlebags, electronic cruise control, and a 40-watt Harman/Kardon stereo. Its Brembo triple-disc brake system and six-gallon fuel tank are great for touring. Photo © Harley-Davidson 19 of 34 Street Glide FLHX The 2009 Harley-Davidson Street Glide ($18,999 - $19,849) features lowered rear suspension, a smoked mini-wind deflector, and Tri-line LED lighting at the bottom of the rear fender. Up front, a distinctive "bat wing" fairing leads the way. Photo © Harley-Davidson 20 of 34 Heritage Softail Classic FLSTC The 2009 Harley-Davidson Heritage Softail Deluxe ($17,449 - $18,274) now has more retro cues, including a revised front fender and chrome nacelle, taller handlebars, and new glass-filled badges. The passenger seat and backrest are also more comfortable. Photo © Harley-Davidson 21 of 34 Softail Cross Bones FLSTSB The 2009 Harley-Davidson Softail Cross Bones FLSTSB ($16,999 - $17,344) boasts custom bobber styling cues including a sprung pan-style solo seat, half-moon rider footboards, mini ape hanger bars, and and a chopped front fender. Photo © Harley-Davidson 22 of 34 Softail Deluxe FLSTN The 2009 Harley-Davidson Softail Deluxe FLSTN ($17,449 - $18,274) has a redesigned, narrow-profile rider seat with collapsible pockets in the shell that make the seat narrower when straddling the motorcycle at rest. Photo © Harley-Davidson 23 of 34 Softail Fat Boy FLSTF The 2009 Harley-Davidson FLSTF Fat Boy ($15,999 - $16,824) wears thick forks and Bullet Hole Disc Aluminum wheels available with a new optional mirror-polished chrome plating. The 1,584cc Twin Cam 96B engine is mated to a 6-speed Cruise Drive gearbox. Photo © Harley-Davidson 24 of 34 Softail Custom FXSTC The 2009 Harley-Davidson FXSTC Softail Custom ($16,999 - $17,824) wears a tufted king/queen seat with chrome buttons, flowing up to an integrated aluminum one-piece backrest. Ape hangers and a laid back posture emphasize this bike's chopper styling cues. Photo © Harley-Davidson 25 of 34 Softail Night Train FXSTB The 2009 Harley-Davidson FSXTB Softail Night Train ($15,899 - $16,244) features blacked-out powertrain and wrinkle-black trim on the engine covers, air cleaner, oil tank, rear fender supports, drive belt sprocket and fuel tank console. Photo © Harley-Davidson 26 of 34 Rocker FXCW The 2009 Harley-Davidson FXCW Rocker ($17,399 - $17,744) has custom styling enhanced with a new monochromatic silver stainless steel powder-coated paint scheme. Seat height is only 24.5 inches, and the Rocker is powered by a 1,584cc Twin Cam 96B V-twin. Photo © Harley-Davidson 27 of 34 Rocker C FXCWC 2009 Harley-Davidson FXCWC Rocker C ($19,499 - $19,844) is the passenger seat-equipped version of the Rocker, and features a rigid-mounted 1,584cc Twin Cam 96B engine, an 18 inch, 240mm rear tire, and a new low profile front fender. Photo © Harley-Davidson 28 of 34 Sportster XL1200C The 2009 Harley-Davidson Sportster XL1200C 1200 Custom ($9,999 - $10,659) features a new lighter-weight rear wheel, a new front fender, and more chrome accents. Suspension recalibration and a pull-back handlebar riser aid rider comfort. Photo © Harley-Davidson 29 of 34 Sportster XL883C The 2009 Harley-Davidson Sportster XL883C Sportster 883 Custom ($7,999 - $8,644) is powered by a rubber-mounted 883cc engine. New features include a lighter cast aluminum 16 inch rear wheel, recalibrated suspension, and a low profile front fender. Photo © Harley-Davidson 30 of 34 Sportster Nightster XL1200N The 2009 Harley-Davidson XL 1200N Sportster 1200 Nightster ($9,899 - $10,389, depending on color) features a rubber-mounted 1,200cc engine. Retro styling cues include old school fork gaiters, a bullet-hole belt guard, and a side-mounted license plate. Photo © Harley-Davidson 31 of 34 Sportster XL1200L The 2009 Harley-Davidson XL 1200L Sportster 1200 Low ($9,799 - $10,459) is powered by a fuel-injected 1,200cc powerplant and features a pull-back handlebar and a low seat height of 26.3 inches. Black 13-spoke cast aluminum wheels are unique to this model. Photo © Harley-Davidson 32 of 34 Sportster XL 883 Low XL883L The 2009 Harley-Davidson XL 883 Sportster 883 Low ($6,999 - $7,279) is the most affordable Harley, and is powered by a rubber-mounted 883cc Evolution engine. Thanks to lowered front and rear suspension, seat height is only 25.3 inches. Photo © Harley-Davidson 33 of 34 Sportster Iron 883 The 2009 Harley-Davidson Sportster Iron 883 ($7,899) features blacked out items including front fork gaiters, a drag style handlebar and a side-mount license plate holder. The solo seat is 25.3 inches high, but an accessory passenger seat can be ordered. Photo © Harley-Davidson 34 of 34 Tri Glide FLHTCUTG The new 2009 Harley-Davidson Tri Glide Ultra Classic ($29,999) is a purpose-built trike made in partnership with Lehman. Powered by a Twin Cam 103 engine, the Tri Glide uses an integrated park brake and an optional electric reverse ($1,195.). Photo © Harley-Davidson