XL 1200 S Sportster Sport

2000 Harley-Davidson XL 1200 S Sportster Sport Technical Analysis & Specification Breakdown

At the heart of the 2000 Harley-Davidson XL 1200 S Sportster Sport custom - cruiser motorcycle, Harley-Davidson utilizes a 1199 cc (73.2 cu in) air-cooled v2, four-stroke layout. In factory specification, peak output is rated at 61 HP (44.5 kW) at 5,500 rpm while maximum torque reaches 88 Nm (64.9 lb-ft) at 4,000 rpm, transferring power to the rear wheel through a 5-speed gearbox and belt final drive. With a specific output of 50.9 HP per liter and a 1,500 rpm working window between peak torque (4,000 rpm) and peak power (5,500 rpm), the engine character is prioritizing low-RPM tractability, mechanical longevity and relaxed throttle response over peak redline numbers.

On the scales, the XL 1200 S Sportster Sport measures 240 kg (529 lbs) dry, translating to a power-to-weight ratio of 0.25 HP/kg (3.93 kg per horsepower). Rider ergonomics and chassis geometry center around a 711 mm (28 in) seat height — giving shorter riders and urban commuters confident flat-foot reach at traffic stops, combined with a 1,523 mm (60 in) wheelbase engineered for planted straight-line stability. The 12.5-liter (3.3 US gal) fuel tank supports practical everyday commuting and weekend road stints, while factory top speed is listed at 177 km/h (110 mph).