Positioned in Harley-Davidson's custom - cruiser motorcycle lineup, the 2009 Harley-Davidson XL 1200R Sportster 1200 Roadster (XR 1200) pairs a 1202 cc (73.4 cu in) air-cooled v2, four-stroke architecture with road-focused gearing. In factory specification, maximum torque reaches 98 Nm (72.3 lb-ft) at 3,200 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 88.9 x 96.8 mm (3.5 x 3.8 inches) with a 9.7:1 compression ratio.
On the scales, the XL 1200R Sportster 1200 Roadster (XR 1200) measures 251 kg (553 lbs) dry. Rider ergonomics and chassis geometry center around a 742 mm (29.2 in) seat height — giving shorter riders and urban commuters confident flat-foot reach at traffic stops. The 12.5-liter (3.3 US gal) fuel tank supports practical everyday commuting and weekend road stints.
Standover Height
742 mm (29.2 in)
Engine
Displacement1202.0 ccm (73.35 cubic inches)
Engine TypeV2, four-stroke
Engine DetailsV2, four-stroke
Torque98.0 Nm (10.0 kgf-m or 72.3 ft.lbs) @ 3200 RPM
Compression9.7:1
Bore x Stroke88.9 x 96.8 mm (3.5 x 3.8 inches)
Fuel SystemInjection. Electronic Sequential Port Fuel Injection (ESPFI)
CoolingAir
Transmission
Gearbox5-speed
Final DriveBelt (final drive)
Clutch9-plate, wet
Performance
ExhaustUpswept, high-volume 2-1-2 straight shot exhaust system finished in satin chrome
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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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Suspension
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Transmission
Transmission and final drive affect maintenance, smoothness and everyday usability.
