Built around Harley-Davidson's custom - cruiser motorcycle platform, the 2004 Harley-Davidson XL 1200 R Sportster Roadster pairs a 1202 cc (73.4 cu in) air-cooled v2, four-stroke architecture with road-focused gearing. In factory specification, maximum torque reaches 93 Nm (68.6 lb-ft) at 3,300 rpm, transferring power to the rear wheel through a 5-speed gearbox and belt final drive. Internal engine geometry specifies a bore and stroke of 88.8 x 96.8 mm (3.5 x 3.8 inches) with a 10.0:1 compression ratio.
On the scales, the XL 1200 R Sportster Roadster measures 251 kg (553 lbs) dry. Rider ergonomics and chassis geometry center around a 713 mm (28.1 in) seat height — giving shorter riders and urban commuters confident flat-foot reach at traffic stops, combined with a 1,520 mm (59.8 in) wheelbase engineered for balanced agility and highway composure. The 12.9-liter (3.4 US gal) fuel tank supports practical everyday commuting and weekend road stints.
Standover Height
713 mm (28.1 in)
Engine
Displacement1202.0 ccm (73.35 cubic inches)
Engine TypeV2, four-stroke
Engine DetailsV2, four-stroke
Torque93.0 Nm (9.5 kgf-m or 68.6 ft.lbs) @ 3300 RPM
Compression10.0:1
Bore x Stroke88.8 x 96.8 mm (3.5 x 3.8 inches)
Valves/Cylinder2
Fuel SystemCarburettor
CoolingAir
Transmission
Gearbox5-speed
Final DriveBelt (final drive)
Chassis
Rake29.6°
Trail117 mm (4.6 inches)
Wheelbase1520 mm (59.8 inches)
Ground Clearance112 mm (4.4 inches)
Wheels & Brakes
Front Tyre100/90-19
Rear Tyre150/80-16
Front BrakesDouble disc
Front Brake Ø292 mm (11.5 inches)
Rear BrakesSingle disc
Rear Brake Ø292 mm (11.5 inches)
Dimensions & Weight
Dry Weight251.0 kg (553.4 pounds)
Seat Height713 mm (28.1 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting.
Overall Length2245 mm (88.4 inches)
Overall Width713 mm (28.1 inches)
Fuel Capacity12.90 litres (3.41 US gallons)
Other
Color OptionsVivid black, brilliant silver, luxury teal, smokey gold, real red, impact blue, lava red sunglo, racing orange
Notes
Silver powder-coated engine and covers with black powder-coated cylinders and cylinder heads; triple-disc brakes; tachometer; high compression, high flow cylinder heads; performance cams; wide polished handlebars; chrome headlight visor
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Torque
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Seat Height
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Weight
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Fuel Capacity
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Brakes
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Transmission
Transmission and final drive affect maintenance, smoothness and everyday usability.
