At the heart of the 2016 Harley-Davidson Sportster SuperLow 1200T touring motorcycle, Harley-Davidson utilizes a 1200 cc (73.2 cu in) air-cooled v2, four-stroke layout. In factory specification, peak output is rated at 67.1 HP (48.9 kW) at 3,750 rpm while maximum torque reaches 96 Nm (70.8 lb-ft) at 5,750 rpm, transferring power to the rear wheel through a 6-speed gearbox and belt final drive. With a specific output of 55.9 HP per liter, the engine character is prioritizing low-RPM tractability, mechanical longevity and relaxed throttle response over peak redline numbers.
On the scales, the Sportster SuperLow 1200T measures 274 kg (604 lbs) wet (curb), translating to a power-to-weight ratio of 0.24 HP/kg (4.08 kg per horsepower). Rider ergonomics and chassis geometry center around a 705 mm (27.8 in) seat height — giving shorter riders and urban commuters confident flat-foot reach at traffic stops, combined with a 1,500 mm (59.1 in) wheelbase engineered for balanced agility and highway composure. The 17.03-liter (4.5 US gal) fuel tank paired with a rated consumption of 4.9 L/100 km provides an estimated theoretical range of roughly 348 km (216 miles) between fill-ups.
Within MotoLibrary's Harley-Davidson archive, this model family spans 5 indexed model years from 2014 to 2018, allowing buyers to track year-over-year changes in emissions tuning, weight and equipment.
Specific Output
55.9 HP/L
Power-to-Weight
0.24 HP/kg (4.08 kg/HP)
Theoretical Range
~348 km (216 mi)
Engine
Displacement1200.0 ccm (73.22 cubic inches)
Engine TypeV2, four-stroke
Engine DetailsEvolution engine
Power67.1 HP (48.9 kW)) @ 3750 RPM
Torque96.0 Nm (9.8 kgf-m or 70.8 ft.lbs) @ 5750 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)
CoolingAir
Transmission
Gearbox6-speed
Final DriveBelt (final drive)
ClutchMulti-plate with diaphragm spring in oil bath
DrivelineChain, 34/57 ratio primary drive
Performance
Fuel Consumption4.90 litres/100 km (20.4 km/l or 48.00 mpg)
Greenhouse Gases113.7 CO2 g/km. (CO2 - Carbon dioxide emission)
ExhaustChrome, staggered, shorty exhaust with dual mufflers
Chassis
Rake31.1°
Trail145 mm (5.7 inches)
Front SuspensionTelescopic fork
Rear SuspensionTwin shocks
Wheelbase1500 mm (59.1 inches)
Ground Clearance95 mm (3.7 inches)
Wheels & Brakes
Front Tyre120/70-ZR18
Rear Tyre150/60-ZR17
Front BrakesSingle disc. Optional ABS. Two-piston calliper.
Seat Height705 mm (27.8 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting.
Overall Length2210 mm (87.0 inches)
Fuel Capacity17.03 litres (4.50 US gallons)
Oil Capacity2.60 litres (2.75 US quarts)
Other
StarterElectric
Color OptionsBlack Magic, Deep Jade Pearl/Vivid Black, Billet Silver/Vivid Black, Cosmic Blue Pearl, Vivid Black, Black Quartz, Velocity Red Sunglo, Purple Fire/Blackberry Smoke
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Weight
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Fuel Capacity
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Brakes
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Suspension
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Transmission
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