Built around Harley-Davidson's custom - cruiser motorcycle platform, the 2003 Harley-Davidson XL 1200S Sportster 1200 Sport pairs a 1199 cc (73.2 cu in) air-cooled v2, four-stroke architecture with road-focused gearing. In factory specification, maximum torque reaches 96 Nm (70.8 lb-ft) at 3,000 rpm, transferring power to the rear wheel through 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 1200S Sportster 1200 Sport measures 240 kg (529 lbs) dry. 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 1,515 mm (59.6 in) wheelbase engineered for balanced agility and highway composure. The 12.5-liter (3.3 US gal) fuel tank supports practical everyday commuting and weekend road stints.
Standover Height
711 mm (28 in)
Engine
Displacement1199.0 ccm (73.16 cubic inches)
Engine TypeV2, four-stroke
Engine DetailsV2, four-stroke
Torque96.0 Nm (9.8 kgf-m or 70.8 ft.lbs) @ 3000 RPM
Compression10.0:1
Bore x Stroke88.8 x 96.8 mm (3.5 x 3.8 inches)
Fuel SystemCarburettor
Fuel ControlOverhead Valves (OHV)
CoolingAir
Transmission
Final DriveBelt (final drive)
Chassis
Wheelbase1515 mm (59.6 inches)
Ground Clearance170 mm (6.7 inches)
Wheels & Brakes
Front Tyre100/90-19 51V
Rear Tyre130/90-B16 64V
Dimensions & Weight
Dry Weight240.0 kg (529.1 pounds)
Seat Height711 mm (28.0 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting.
Overall Length2250 mm (88.6 inches)
Fuel Capacity12.50 litres (3.30 US gallons)
Other
Color OptionsVivid black, gunmetal pearl, luxury rich red pearl, white pearl, luxury blue pearl
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Fuel Capacity
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