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XR1200

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Power/Weight
0.36 hp/kg
Torque
100 Nm
Engine
1202 ccm

2010 Harley-Davidson XR1200 Technical Analysis & Specification Breakdown

Engineered by Harley-Davidson for the sport motorcycle segment, the 2010 Harley-Davidson XR1200 relies on a 1202 cc (73.4 cu in) air-cooled v2, four-stroke powerplant. In factory specification, peak output is rated at 90 HP (65.7 kW) at 7,000 rpm while maximum torque reaches 100 Nm (73.8 lb-ft) at 3,700 rpm, transferring power to the rear wheel through a 5-speed gearbox and belt final drive. With a specific output of 74.9 HP per liter and a 3,300 rpm working window between peak torque (3,700 rpm) and peak power (7,000 rpm), the engine character is indicating a tractable, stress-free state of tune focused on everyday usability and broad torque delivery.

On the scales, the XR1200 measures 250 kg (551 lbs) dry, translating to a power-to-weight ratio of 0.36 HP/kg (2.78 kg per horsepower). Rider ergonomics and chassis geometry center around a 765 mm (30.1 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 13.3-liter (3.5 US gal) fuel tank supports practical everyday commuting and weekend road stints.

Specific Output
74.9 HP/L
Power-to-Weight
0.36 HP/kg (2.78 kg/HP)
Power Band Window
3,700–7,000 rpm
Standover Height
765 mm (30.1 in)
Engine
Displacement 1202.0 ccm (73.35 cubic inches)
Engine Type V2, four-stroke
Engine Details V2, four-stroke
Power 90.0 HP (65.7 kW)) @ 7000 RPM
Torque 100.0 Nm (10.2 kgf-m or 73.8 ft.lbs) @ 3700 RPM
Compression 10.0:1
Bore x Stroke 88.9 x 96.8 mm (3.5 x 3.8 inches)
Valves/Cylinder 2
Fuel System Injection. Electronic Sequential Port Fuel Injection (ESPFI)
Cooling Air
Transmission
Gearbox 5-speed
Final Drive Belt (final drive)
Clutch 8-plate, wet
Performance
Exhaust Upswept, high-volume 2-1-2 straight shot
Chassis
Frame Type Mild steel tubular frame; circular sections; cast junctions
Rake 29.3°
Trail 130 mm (5.1 inches)
Front Suspension 43 mm inverted fork
Rear Suspension Coil-over shocks
Wheelbase 1515 mm (59.6 inches)
Ground Clearance 145 mm (5.7 inches)
Wheels & Brakes
Front Tyre 120/70-ZR18
Rear Tyre 180/55-ZR17
Front Brakes Double disc. Dual 4-piston
Front Brake Ø 292 mm (11.5 inches)
Rear Brakes Single disc. Single piston
Rear Brake Ø 260 mm (10.2 inches)
Dimensions & Weight
Dry Weight 250.0 kg (551.2 pounds)
Power/Weight 0.3600 HP/kg
Seat Height 765 mm (30.1 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting.
Overall Length 2195 mm (86.4 inches)
Fuel Capacity 13.30 litres (3.51 US gallons)
Oil Capacity 2.50 litres (2.64 US quarts)
Other
Starter Electric
Color Options Vivid Black, Mirage Orange Pearl, Brilliant Silver Denim
Notes

Wide, black handlebars for dirt track looks and superb control; Downdraft Electronic Sequential Port Fuel Injection (ESPFI) and electronically controlled active intake system; Unique, lightweight cast wheels with flat track inspired 3-spoke design; Powerful Nissin® dual front brakes with four piston front and single-piston floating rear calipers, and 292mm (front) / 260mm (rear) patented uniform expansion rotors; Specially developed Dunlop® Qualifier D209 tyres; Sport-tuned Showa® suspension featuring 43mm inverted front forks and pre-load adjustable twin rear shock absorbers; Unique compact instruments; Aircraft style aluminium alloy fuel fil

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