Introduced for the 2010 model year, this nameplate brought Honda’s factory-built chopper interpretation to the U.S. market and was unveiled publicly in early 2009. The design was intentionally dramatic: long and low proportions, a stretched cruiser stance, a teardrop fuel tank, and styling cues meant to evoke a custom-built hardtail without giving up modern reliability and everyday usability. It was positioned as one of the brand’s most radical-looking production motorcycles and quickly became the company’s signature factory custom cruiser. The model has remained closely associated with a large-displacement V-twin layout, shaft final drive, and a minimalist, low-slung riding position that set it apart from more traditional cruisers in the lineup. Over the years, it has continued as a distinctive single-nameplate offering rather than a broad family, helping it develop a strong niche following among riders who wanted custom chopper aesthetics with mainstream engineering. The motorcycle remains in production today, making it an unusually long-running modern factory custom.
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