6 Harley-Davidsons That Might Pleasantly Surprise the Younger Generations

The name Harley-Davidson is one of the most well-known and notable brands in not only the two-wheel realm, but just in the realm of anything that has a motor. It's a name synonymous with motorcycles has basically created and sculpted bike culture since its inception. Throughout the years, the images of "Bikers" meant an older gentleman sitting on a harley, a leather vest or jacket, some sunglasses, boots, jeans, and maybe a bandana. But that's not all Harley-Davidson is anymore.

They've greatly expanded their line into more than the typical cruiser bike, including plenty of bikes that appeal to kids who are only into the sportier side of motorcycles. We're here for a bit of an awakening to all those kids. Here are 6 Harley-Davidsons That Might Surprise the Younger Generations

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Type: Dyna
Weight, As Shipped: 637 lbs.
Starting Price: $13,349

The generation that is defining the world today is all about me, me, me. They want their purchases personalized and they want them individualized and unique to the one they own, because exclusivity! That's where the Street Bob works in nicely, as the H-D1 Factory Customization makes this one of the most interchangable bikes in the H-D lineup. You make the plan, picking everything from the tank to the paint to the engine trim to the foot controls to the seat to the exhaust to the intake. Pretty much everything you see has multiple options. You want a matte black bike with a metallic rear fender with ape handle bars? Done. Then when your friends are all jealous like, "damn, I've never seen a bike like that," you can truthfully answer, "no, you haven't."

Type: V-Rod
Weight, As Shipped: 637 lbs.
Starting Price: $16,249

Almost every H-D is going to automatically make you feel harder, but the Night Rod Special truly encompasses badassery in an entirely new way for the brand. When you look at this thing it person, it just looks like a linebacker. It's tilted, swept-back lines (driven by the tank and fender), give it a crouching stance, while assuring you it's planted with that enormous rear tire. Once you test one out, you'll understand why it needs that fat tire (hint: POWER).

Type: Sportster
Weight, As Shipped: 540 lbs.
Starting Price: $8,399

The price point for this bike is obviously a perk for younger people who might not be able to afford some of the higher-end Harley-Davidsons, but the bike's simplicity is what really mames it easy to connect. Though the digital generation is all about texting while writing a to-do list while playing Candy Crush while Instagramming dinner while checking fantasy scores, they all actaully appreciate and love when you use something that is straight-forward, no fany anything. That's what the Iron is. It's ride isn't muted at all, so you're going to actually feel like you're driving over bumps, you're going to feel that extra thrill when you're going high speeds. It also gives off a bit of a vintage vibe without any flash that some of the other bikes have.

Type: Sportster
Weight, As Shipped: 540 lbs.
Starting Price: $10,849

The Seventy-Two is an easy entrance into the motorcycle world, if you're just starting out. It has a pretty raw driving experience, giving you a lot of road feedback making sure you're feeling the vibrational power of the engine, as well. It's an easy-to-handle size and actually feels sort of light and skinny, meaning it has agile turning. Compared to the rest of the bikes on this list, the Seventy-Two is pretty bare, giving it a more classical look, which still has its own appeal. Throw a set of mini apes on there and you'll really feel like you're part of the Harley-Davidson community.

Type: Dyna
Weight, As Shipped: 650 lbs.
Starting Price: $15,799

The Wide Glide looks exactly like you'd expect a Harley-Davidson to look. It has a nice big tank with flames on it, plenty of chrome, and that Twin Cam rumbling between your legs. But it's not abrasive in any way, like some younger people still might stereotype H-D's to be. The steering is smooth, it doesn't weight too much, and it's one of the most comfortable rides we've been on. It's just a gorgeous bike that's a ton of fun to drive.

Type: Dyna
Weight, As Shipped: 673 lbs.
Starting Price: $15,699

The Fat Bob is one of the most meaty-lookin' bikes in the H-D lineup. It looks like Donovan McNabb's mom has been feeding six cans of Chunky Soup per day for the past three years. But it doesn't look bulky in an an awkward way. Partially thanks to the new tank graphics, partially because of the black-out options, and a lot because of the model-exclusive dual taillamp eyes, it has a very modern appeal. Some like the view of its rear, others are completely turned off, but it's completely different from any other Harley-Davidson in the line.