2011 Harley-Davidson XL 1200L Sportster 1200 Low

  • August 3

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The Sportster 1200 Low combines performance, agility and easy-to-handle ergonomics in a long, premium cruiser that is ready for all takers. Born on the gritty dirt tracks and drag strips of the 1950s, the Harley-Davidson® Sportster represents the uninhibited essence of motorcycling. Today’s Sportster combines soulful styling with the flat torque delivery and distinctive sound of an American V-Twin engine. Among the more affordable Harley-Davidson models, Sportster motorcycles offer a low, comfortable seat and smooth clutch effort.

Harley-Davidson XL 1200L Sportster 1200 Low Model Highlights

NEW Paint color schemes
•  Black powder-coated engine with chrome covers
•  Chrome exhaust with dual staggered shorty mufflers
•  Stretched 4.5-gallon Sportster® fuel tank
•  Black, 13-spoke cast aluminum wheels
•  Full-coverage rear fender with black supports
•  One-piece, two-up Sportster® classic seat with narrow nose and low forward profile, and “Sportster” embroidery
•  Black headlamp body with chrome visor and chrome trim ring
•  Stainless steel, pull-back handlebar on chrome one-inch riser

Key Harley-Davidson XL 1200L Sportster 1200 Low Key Features

The Sportster 1200 Low combines performance, agility and easy-to-handle ergonomics in a long, premium cruiser that is ready for all takers.

Born on the gritty dirt tracks and drag strips of the 1950s, the Harley-Davidson Sportster represents the uninhibited essence of motorcycling. Today’s Sportster combines soulful styling with the flat torque delivery and distinctive sound of an American V-Twin engine. Among the most-affordable Harley-Davidson models, Sportster motorcycles offer a low, comfortable seat and smooth clutch effort.

•  Evolution V-Twin powertrain with Electronic Sequential Port Fuel Injection (ESPFI)
•  Rubber-mounted powertrain to reduce vibration
•  5-speed transmission
•  Dual staggered exhaust
•  Disc brakes
•  Mid-mounted foot controls and passenger footpegs
•  Handlebar-mounted electronic speedometer
•  Optional Harley-Davidson Smart Security System with hands-free security fob
•  Optional Chrome, Laced Steel wheels

USA Specifications
U.S. MSRP – Vivid Black $9,899. Solids $10,189

ENGINE
Engine Air-cooled, Evolution
Valves Pushrod-operated, overhead valves with hydraulic, self-adjusting lifters; two valves per cylinder
Bore x Stroke 3.5 in. x 3.812 in. (88.9 mm x 96.8 mm)
Displacement 73.3 cu. in. (1200 cc)
Compression Ratio 9.7:1
Fuel System3 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 Multi-plate, wet
Transmission 5-speed
U.S. Gear Ratios (overall):
• 1st 9.315
• 2nd 6.653
• 3rd 4.948
• 4th 4.102
• 5th 3.517

DIMENSIONS
Length 89.1 in. (2263 mm)
Overall Width 35.2 in. (894 mm)
Overall Height 46.8 in. (1189 mm)
Seat Height:
• Laden2 26.3 in. (668 mm)
• Unladen 28.0 in. (711 mm)
Ground Clearance 4.4 in. (112 mm)
Rake (steering head) 30.4°
Fork Angle 30.4°
Trail 4.6 in. (117 mm)
Wheelbase 60.1 in. (1527 mm)
Tires (Dunlop Harley-Davidson Series, blackwall):
• Front – D401F 100/90-19 57H
• Rear – D401 150/80B16 71H
Fuel Capacity 4.5 gal. (17.0 L)
(warning light at approximately 1.0 gal.)
Oil Capacity (w/filter) 2.8 qts. (2.6 L)
Transmission Capacity 1.0 qts.
Weight:
• As Shipped 557 lbs. (252.7 kg)
• In Running Order 581 lbs. (263.5 kg)
• Gross Vehicle Weight Rating 1000 lbs. (453.6 kg)
• Gross Axle Weight Rating
• Front 335 lbs. (152.0 kg)
• Rear 665 lbs. (301.6 kg)

CHASSIS
Frame Mild steel, tubular frame; circular sections; cast junctions Swingarm Mild steel, rectangular tube section, 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
• Front 19 in. x 2.15 in. (483 mm x 55 mm)
• Rear 16 in. x 3 in. (406 mm x 76 mm)

Brakes:
• Caliper Type Dual-piston front, single-piston rear
• Rotor Type (diameter x width): Patented, uniform expansion rotors
• Front 11.5 in. x .2 in. (292 mm x 5 mm)
• Rear 10.24 in. x .28 in. (260 mm x 7 mm)
Suspension Travel:
• Front Wheel 4.12 in. (105 mm)
• Rear Wheel 2.12 in. (54 mm)

PERFORMANCE
Engine Torque (per SAE J1349):
• North America 79 ft. lbs. @ 4000 RPM (107 Nm @ 4000 RPM)
Lean Angle:
• Right 30°
• Left 31°
Fuel Economy
(EPA urban/highway test) 42/57 mpg (5.60/4.13 L/100 km)

ELECTRIC
Battery (per Battery Council International Rating)
Sealed, maintenance-free, 12V, 12-amp/hour, 200 cca
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 warning, low battery, security
system (optional)

COLOR OPTIONS
Solids
• Vivid Black
• Cool Blue Pearl
• Merlot Sunglo

WARRANTY
Warranty 24 months (unlimited mileage)
Service Interval First 1,000 miles (1,600 km), every 5,000 miles (8,000 km) thereafter



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