Positioned in Harley-Davidson's custom - cruiser motorcycle lineup, the 2014 Harley-Davidson Sporster 1200 Custom relies on a 1201.25 cc (73.3 cu in) air-cooled air-cooled, evolution® powerplant. In factory specification, maximum torque reaches 107.1 Nm (79 lb-ft) at 3,250 rpm, transferring power to the rear wheel through a 6-speed gearbox and belt final drive. Internal engine geometry specifies a bore and stroke of 88.9 x 96.8 mm (3.5 x 3.8 inches) with a 10.0:1 compression ratio.
On the scales, the Sporster 1200 Custom measures 259.9 kg (573 lbs) wet (curb). Rider ergonomics and chassis geometry center around a 676 mm (26.6 in) seat height — giving shorter riders and urban commuters confident flat-foot reach at traffic stops, combined with a 1 mm (0 in) wheelbase engineered for quick, flickable steering geometry. The 2.8-liter (0.7 US gal) fuel tank paired with a rated consumption of 2.08 L/100 km provides an estimated theoretical range of roughly 135 km (84 miles) between fill-ups.
Within MotoLibrary's Harley-Davidson archive, this model family spans 6 indexed model years from 2013 to 2018, allowing buyers to track year-over-year changes in emissions tuning, weight and equipment.
Theoretical Range
~135 km (84 mi)
Engine
Displacement1201.25 ccm (73.30 cubic inches)
Engine TypeAir-cooled, Evolution®
Engine DetailsV2, four-stroke
Torque107.12 Nm (10.9 kgf-m or 79.0 ft.lbs) @ 3250 RPM
Compression10.0:1
Bore x Stroke88.9 x 96.8 mm (3.5 x 3.8 inches)
Fuel SystemInjection. Electronic Sequential Port Fuel Injection (ESPFI)
LubricationDry sump
CoolingAir
Transmission
Gearbox6-speed
Final DriveBelt
ClutchMulti-plate with diaphragm spring in oil bath
Performance
Fuel Consumption2.08 litres/100 km (48.1 km/l or 113.09 mpg)
Greenhouse Gases48.3 CO2 g/km. (CO2 - Carbon dioxide emission)
ExhaustChrome, staggered exhaust with slash-cut mufflers
Chassis
Rake29.9°
Trail60 mm (2.4 inches)
Wheelbase1,521 mm (59.9 inches)
Ground Clearance112 mm (4.4 inches)
Wheels & Brakes
Front Tyre130/90-B16
Rear Tyre150/80-B16
Front BrakesSingle disc
Rear BrakesSingle disc
WheelsChrome, 5-Spoke Cast Aluminum
Dimensions & Weight
Dry Weight250.8 kg (553.0 pounds)
Weight incl.259.9 kg (573.0 pounds)
Seat Height676 mm (26.6 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting.
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Torque
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Seat Height
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Weight
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Fuel Capacity
Fuel capacity helps estimate touring range and how often you may need to stop.
Brakes
Brake setup is worth comparing if you ride in traffic, mountains or with a passenger.
Transmission
Transmission and final drive affect maintenance, smoothness and everyday usability.
