As Harley?s top-of-the-line touring model, the CVO Limited offers more torque, more luxury and more curb appeal than any long-hauler in the lineup. (Photos by Kevin Wing)
Back in 1999, when there was worldwide worry about computers failing because of the Y2K glitch, Harley-Davidson launched the Custom Vehicle Operations (CVO) program. Those were the days when Harley?s stock price was rocketing toward the moon and demand for its motorcycles outstripped supply, motivating some dealers to sell bikes far above MSRP and buyers to flip new bikes for profit. The idea behind the CVO program was to build small batches of coveted factory customs, exclusive models that would fetch exclusive prices.
Sitting in the lap of luxury. With good upper and lower wind protection as well as floorboards and supportive, heated seats with backrests for the rider and passenger, the CVO Limited takes you there in comfort. Greg’s Gear:

Helmet: Shoei Neotec

Jacket: Joe Rocket Classic ’92

Pants: Scorpion Covert Pro

Boots: Fly Tradesman
With production limited to just 900 units each, the first two CVO models were cruisers, the FXR2 and FXR3, with special paint jobs and ?an abundance of chrome,? bikes that were ?designed to not only fulfill the dreams of motorcycle customizers, but to inspire them.? Even though Harley-Davidson introduced its new 1,442cc Twin Cam 88 V-twin on Dyna and Touring models in 1999, the inaugural CVOs were powered by the older-tech 1,340cc Evolution V-twin.
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