Built around Highland's naked motorcycle platform, the 2012 Highland 1050 Viking relies on a 1050 cc (64.1 cu in) liquid-cooled v2, four-stroke powerplant.
Rider ergonomics and chassis geometry center around a 841 mm (33.1 in) seat height — resulting in a taller command-style riding posture suited to medium-to-tall inseams, combined with a 1,384 mm (54.5 in) wheelbase engineered for quick, flickable steering geometry. The 9.46-liter (2.5 US gal) fuel tank supports practical everyday commuting and weekend road stints.
Standover Height
841 mm (33.1 in)
Engine
Displacement1050.0 ccm (64.07 cubic inches)
Engine TypeV2, four-stroke
Engine Details60 degree V-twin
Valves/Cylinder4
Fuel SystemInjection. EFI, fully adjustable
Fuel ControlDouble Overhead Cams/Twin Cam (DOHC)
IgnitionDigital
LubricationWet sump
CoolingLiquid
Transmission
Gearbox6-speed
Final DriveChain (final drive)
ClutchWet, multiplate
Chassis
Frame TypeAluminium
Front SuspensionTelescopic fork
Front Travel140 mm (5.5 inches)
Rear SuspensionMonoshock
Rear Travel102 mm (4.0 inches)
Wheelbase1384 mm (54.5 inches)
Ground Clearance249 mm (9.8 inches)
Wheels & Brakes
Front Tyre120/70-17
Rear Tyre180/55-17
Front BrakesDouble disc. 4-piston calipers
Front Brake Ø320 mm (12.6 inches)
Rear BrakesSingle disc. 2-piston calipers
Rear Brake Ø221 mm (8.7 inches)
WheelsBlack rims
Dimensions & Weight
Seat Height841 mm (33.1 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting.
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Seat Height
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Fuel Capacity
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Brakes
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Suspension
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Transmission
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