# Harley-Davidson Roadster — Available Colours 2026

> 3 colour options available for Harley-Davidson Roadster.

Source: https://indianautoforum.com/bikes/harley-davidson/roadster/colours

The Harley-Davidson Roadster was offered in three colour options in India, each staying true to the bike's performance-focused, blacked-out character:

**Vivid Black** - The quintessential Roadster colour. A deep, rich gloss black that covers the tank, fenders, and engine covers, with blacked-out engine cases, exhaust, and wheels completing the dark aesthetic. This is the colour the Roadster was designed around - it erases unnecessary visual complexity and lets the aggressive stance do the talking. The most popular choice among Indian buyers, and the easiest colour to source touch-up paint for post-purchase.

**Wicked Red** - A bold, deep red that gives the Roadster a more dramatic, expressive personality without sacrificing the blacked-out hardware treatment. The contrast between the vibrant tank and the dark mechanicals creates a striking visual combination. Less common on Indian roads than the Vivid Black, which makes it more distinctive in a crowd.

**Billiard White** - A clean, creamy white that reads as classically retro rather than modern. Against the blacked-out engine and exhaust, the white tank and fenders create a strong two-tone visual that draws comparisons to 1950s and 60s American racing motorcycles. Maintenance-intensive compared to black - every scratch and road grime shows - but visually the most photographed of the three options.

All three colours share the same blacked-out treatment for the engine cases, exhaust pipes, wheels, and mechanical components. This consistent dark hardware across the entire colour range is the Roadster's defining visual identity - it looked sharper and more purposeful than the chromed-up Sportster siblings it sat alongside.

## Colour Options
- Billiard White (#7A1F2B)
- Vivid Black (#171717)
- Wicked Red (#8B1E2D)

When buying a used Roadster, colour condition matters significantly to resale value. Vivid Black is the easiest to touch up and maintains value best. Wicked Red is desirable because of its rarity on Indian roads. Billiard White requires careful inspection for micro-scratches and swirl marks from improper washing - look closely in direct sunlight before purchase. All three colours age well when the bike has been stored properly and not left in direct sunlight for extended periods.

## FAQs

**What colours does the Harley-Davidson Roadster come in?**
The Roadster was offered in three colours: Vivid Black, Wicked Red, and Billiard White. All three share the same blacked-out engine, exhaust, and wheel treatment - the colour variation is only in the tank and fenders, creating a striking contrast against the dark mechanicals.

**Which Harley-Davidson Roadster colour is most popular in India?**
Vivid Black is the most popular Roadster colour in India and the most commonly seen in the used market. It is easiest to maintain, least affected by minor scratches, and ages the most gracefully. Wicked Red is the rarest on Indian roads, making it the most distinctive option.

**Do all colours of the Harley-Davidson Roadster cost the same?**
Yes, all three colour options were priced identically at Rs. 11,08,945 (ex-showroom Delhi) - there was no colour premium when new. In the used market, Wicked Red may attract a small premium for its rarity, while Billiard White may be slightly lower if there is visible paint wear.

**Is the Billiard White Harley-Davidson Roadster hard to maintain?**
Billiard White is the most maintenance-intensive of the three colour options. The white tank and fenders show scratches, swirl marks, and road grime more readily than Vivid Black or Wicked Red. When inspecting a used White example, check the paintwork in direct sunlight - micro-scratches are easy to miss indoors.

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- [Overview](/bikes/harley-davidson/roadster)
- [Variants & Prices](/bikes/harley-davidson/roadster/variants)