5 Harley-Davidson Motorcycles That Broke the Styling Mold

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Throughout Harley-Davidson's century-plus in existence, the motorcycle maker has churned out some truly innovative machines - as well as many that are quite attractive. Of course, styling is very much subjective, but when it comes to these five motorcycles, they're each special and even groundbreaking in their own respective way. 

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V-Rod

First up, we have the innovative V-Rod, or VRSC as it's otherwise known. When it debuted years ago, the V-Rod quite literally stunned the world with its futuristic cruiser looks, with a muscular design that continues to appeal to those in the market for such a ride. 

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Dyna Wide Glide

The Dyna Wide Glide is essentially a factory-built chopper with a timeless design that continues to hold up to this very day. From the raked front end to the wide handlebars and a copious amount of chrome, the Dyna Wide Glide continues to be a fan favorite to this day, because who doesn't love a good chopper?

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Fat Boy

One model that is still around in the current H-D lineup is the legendary Fat Boy, another muscular cruiser that's chunky in every single way. That fat, low-slung appearance is certainly unmistakeable and helps the Fat Boy stand out from the crowd even today, many years after it originally debuted and became a movie star in Terminator 2: Judgement Day. 

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Night Train

The Night Train debuted in 1998 as a bit of a trailblazer, given the fact that it features more of a blacked-out appearance - a look that has become incredibly popular in today's world. It's also a simple bike without too much flair, making it the perfect basis for modifications - though personally, we love the Night Train just the way it is. 

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Softail Slim

Finally, we have the Softail Slim, which is basically a factory-built nod to the bobbers of the past. It's also a bit minimalist and vintage in terms of how it looks, with a low-slung stance and factory-custom look. Coupled with modern features, that makes for an enticing offering, if we don't say so ourselves. 

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