Here is the latest information regarding this new H-D GS model. Better late than never, I guess. It does seem to have some interesting features including a new engine:

https://www.motorcycle.com/manufactu...irst-look.html

Here is the story, such as it is. It looks like they are using the last Buell Rotax 1190cc V-twin engine to power their first models: https://www.revzilla.com/common-trea...ing-motorcycle

Here is a long article about the new Multistrada V4S, which now has a V4 engine with spring actuated valves instead of desmodromic valves. What is very impressive to me is that the first major service isn't needed until 37,292 miles. And of course it has all of the latest electronic gadgets to keep you entertained while you are riding. But this all comes at a weight of 570 pounds and a price well north of $20K, depending upon the options that you select. And the radar system download will set you back $850 when it is finally approved by DOT. I wonder if the bike will set off radar detectors? https://www.revzilla.com/common-trea...view-adv-radar

Some manufacturers are discontinuing their longtime models this year, perhaps because they don't want to upgrade the bikes to meet Euro 5 emission regulations. These models include the H-D Sportster and the Honda VFR800/1200 series: https://www.motorcycle.com/features/...fter-2021.html

First they were going to Rewire and now they want to Hardwire. Here is the latest news regarding H-D's Hardwire marketing plan:
https://www.motorcycle.com/mini-feat...wire-plan.html