2008 Harley-Davidson XL 1200L Sportster 1200 Low
Long. Low. Forged from steel, dipped in chrome and perfected with 1200cc of meaty V-Twin. The lowered seat puts you close to the pavement and the action. Yet the ride is plush, thanks to a specially calibrated suspension. The style is classic Harley®. Raw. Nothing watered down. The metal emblems on the tank just confirm what your two eyes already tell you is true. The proportions are built around the rider. The handgrips reach back to meet you at the center of the machine, joining comfort with performance. Just the way it should be.
Base MSRP $9,695
New on Sportster for 2008
New Graphics: New tank graphics are featured on the XL 883, XL 883 Low, XL 883C Custom, XL 1200R Roadster and XL 1200C Custom.
105th Anniversary Edition: A limited-edition, serialized XL 1200C Custom 105th Anniversary Edition and XL 1200L Low 105th Anniversary Edition will be available in 2008 (see separate release for details on the 105th Anniversary package).
FEATURES:
XL 1200L Sportster 1200 Low features
• Rubber-mounted XL Evolution 1200cc engine
• Black powder-coated engine with chrome treatment
• Black 13-spoke Cast Aluminum wheels, 19-inch front / 16-inch rear
• Wide handlebar on pull-back risers
• One-piece, two-up Sportster Classic seat
• Chrome Staggered Shorty Dual exhaust
• Low-Profile rear shocks
• Low-Profile front forks
• Mid-mount foot controls
• Integrated chrome gauge housing and handlebar clamp
• Black fender strut covers
• 4.5-gallon fuel tank
• Optional Steel Laced wheels
• Optional Smart Security System
SPECIFICATIONS
Engine
Engine Air-cooled, Evolution®
Valves Pushrod-operated, overhead valves with hydraulic,
self-adjusting lifters; two valves per cylinder
Bore x Stroke 3.50 in. (88.90 mm) x 3.81 in. (96.77 mm)
Displacement 73.20 cu. in. (1200 cu. cm)
Compression Ratio 9.7:1
Fuel System Electronic Sequential Port Fuel Injection (ESPFI)
Air Cleaner Paper cartridge type
Lubrication System Dry-sump
DRIVETRAIN
Primary Drive Chain, 57/38 ratio
Final Drive Belt, 68/29 ratio
Clutch 9-plate, wet
Transmission 5-speed
Gear Ratios (overall): U.S. HDI JPN
• 1st 9.315 9.004 9.004
• 2nd 6.653 6.432 6.432
• 3rd 4.948 4.783 4.783
• 4th 4.102 3.965 3.965
• 5th 3.517 3.400 3.400
CHASIS
Frame Mild steel, tubular frame; circular sections; cast junctions
Swing Arm Mild steel, rectangular tube sections, stamped junctions; MIG welded
Front Forks 39 mm
Rear Shocks Coil-over; preload dual-adjustable
Wheels(Chrome, Laced Steel option): Black, 13-Spoke Cast Aluminum
105th Anniversary Wheels5 (Chrome, Laced Steel option) Gloss Black Painted Cast Aluminum
• Front 19 in. x 2.15 in. (482.60 mm x 54.61 mm)
• Rear 16 in. x 3 in. (406.40 mm x 76.20 mm)
Brakes
• Caliper Type Dual-piston front, single-piston rear
• Rotor Type (diameter x width): Patented, uniform expansion rotors
• Front 11.50 in. x .20 in. (292.10 mm x 5.08 mm)
• Rear 11.50 in. x .23 in. (292.10 mm x 5.84 mm)
Suspension Travel
• Front Wheel 4.12 in. (104.65 mm)
• Rear Wheel 2.12 in. (53.85 mm)
PERFORMANCE
Engine Torque (per SAE J1349):
• North America 79 ft. lbs. @ 4000 rpm (107.12 NM @ 4000 rpm)
• World 75 ft. lbs. @ 3500 rpm (101.70 NM @ 3500 rpm)
• Japan 66 ft. lbs. @ 3500 rpm (89.50 NM @ 3500 rpm)
Lean Angle (per SAE J1168): Right: 31° Left: 30°
Fuel Economy(EPA urban/highway test): 42/57 mpg (5.60/4.13 L /100 km)
DIMENSIONS
Length 89.10 in. (2263.14 mm)
Overall Width 35.20 in. (894.08 mm)
Overall Height 46.80 in. (1188.72 mm)
Seat Height:
• Laden 26.30 in. (668.02 mm)
• Unladen 28 in. (711.20 mm)
Ground Clearance 4.40 in. (111.76 mm)
Rake (steering head) 29.6°
Fork Angle 29.6°
Trail 4.70 in. (119.38 mm)
Wheelbase 59.70 in. (1516.38 mm)
Tires (Dunlop® Harley-Davidson® Series, blackwall):
• Front – D401F 100/90-19 57H
• Rear – D401 150/80B16 71H
Fuel Capacity (warning light at approximately 1 gal.) 4.5 gal. (17.03 L)
Oil Capacity (w/filter) 3.60 qts. (3.41 L)
Transmission Capacity 1 qts. (0.95 L)
Weight
• As Shipped 557 lbs. (252.65 kg)
• In Running Order 581 lbs. (263.54 kg)
• Gross Vehicle Weight Rating 1000 lbs. (453.59 kg)
Gross Axle Weight Rating:
• Front 335 lbs. (151.95 kg)
• Rear 665 lbs. (301.64 kg)
ELECTRIC
Battery Sealed, maintenance-free, 12V, 12-amp/hour, 200 cca
(per Battery Council International Rating)
Charging Single-phase, 30-amp system
(357W @ 13.5V, 2000 rpm, 405W max power @ 13.5V)
Starting 1.2 kW electric with solenoid shift starter motor engagement
Lights (as per country regulation):
• Headlamp (quartz halogen) 55-watt low beam, 60-watt high beam
• Tail/Stop Lights 8W/28W (5W/21W)
• Turn Signal Lights 28W (21W) self-canceling
• Indicator Lamps High beam, neutral, low oil pressure, turn signals,
engine diagnostics, low fuel warnings,
security system8 (optional)
STYLING/CONVENIENCE
Engine Trim Black powder-coated engine with chrome treatment covers
Exhaust System Chrome, staggered shorty exhaust with dual mufflers
Fenders and Supports
• Front Sport fender with painted brace supports
• Rear Full coverage fender with black supports
Foot Supports and Controls
• Rider Mid-mounted footpegs with brake & shift levers
• Passenger Standard footpegs
Handlebar Style Stainless steel, pull-back
Seat Type and Style One-piece, two-up Sportster® classic
Fork Lock Common with ignition key
Hazard Warning Integrated into turn signal controls
Smart Security System Next-generation hands-free security fob; operates based on proximity to vehicle
COLORS
Vivid Black, White Gold Pearl, Dark Blue Pearl (new), Crimson Red Sunglo (new)
Suede Blue Pearl/Vivid Black, Olive Pearl/Vivid Black, White Gold Pearl/Pewter Pearl,
Copperhead Pearl/Red Hot11 (new), Golden Glow/Black Glow11 (new), Purple Haze11 (new), Anniversary Copper Pearl/Vivid Black (new)
WARANTY
Warranty 24 months (unlimited mileage)
Service Interval First 1,000 miles (1,600 km), every 5,000 miles (8,000 km) thereafter
1 Vehicles depicted may differ from vehicles manufactured and delivered. Specifications and prices listed may differ from specifications and prices of vehicles manufactured and delivered. All product descriptions (including depictions, specifications, dimensions, measurements, ratings and competitive comparisons) are based on available information at the time of publication. Although such descriptions are believed correct, errors and changes can occur and complete accuracy cannot be guaranteed. Harley-Davidson may make changes at any time to prices and specifications, and may change or discontinue models, without notice and without incurring any obligation.
- Harley Davidson Sportster History
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