At the heart of the 1967 Harley-Davidson Sportster XLCH sport motorcycle, Harley-Davidson pairs a 883 cc (53.9 cu in) air-cooled v2, four-stroke architecture with road-focused gearing. In factory specification, peak output is rated at 55 HP (40.1 kW) at 6,300 rpm, transferring power to the rear wheel through a 5-speed gearbox and belt final drive. With a specific output of 62.3 HP per liter, the engine character is indicating a tractable, stress-free state of tune focused on everyday usability and broad torque delivery.
On the scales, the Sportster XLCH measures 218 kg (481 lbs) wet (curb), translating to a power-to-weight ratio of 0.25 HP/kg (3.96 kg per horsepower). Rider ergonomics and chassis geometry center around a 655 mm (25.8 in) seat height — giving shorter riders and urban commuters confident flat-foot reach at traffic stops.
Within MotoLibrary's Harley-Davidson archive, this model family spans 11 indexed model years from 1958 to 1968, allowing buyers to track year-over-year changes in emissions tuning, weight and equipment.
Specific Output
62.3 HP/L
Power-to-Weight
0.25 HP/kg (3.96 kg/HP)
Standover Height
655 mm (25.8 in)
Engine
Displacement883.0 ccm (53.88 cubic inches)
Engine TypeV2, four-stroke
Engine Details45-degree V-twin
Power55.0 HP (40.1 kW)) @ 6300 RPM
Compression9.1:1
Bore x Stroke76.0 x 98.0 mm (3.0 x 3.9 inches)
Fuel SystemCarburettor. Keihin
Fuel ControlOverhead Valves (OHV)
CoolingAir
Transmission
Gearbox5-speed
Final DriveBelt (final drive)
Performance
Top Speed185.1 km/h (115.0 mph)
Chassis
Front SuspensionTelescopic forks
Rear SuspensionSwingarm with coil-over shocks
Wheels & Brakes
Front Tyre3.75-19
Rear Tyre4.25-16
Front BrakesExpanding brake (drum brake)
Front Brake Ø200 mm (7.9 inches)
Rear BrakesExpanding brake (drum brake)
Rear Brake Ø200 mm (7.9 inches)
Dimensions & Weight
Weight incl.218.0 kg (480.6 pounds)
Seat Height655 mm (25.8 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting.
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Brakes
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Suspension
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Transmission
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