Cool-Motorcycle reviews Harley-Davidson XL1200R Sportster 2008

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The Harley-Davidson XL1200R armed with 1200cc worth of Milwaukee muscle generating loads of torque and covered in a black powder coat. A descendant of the Motor Company’s race program. Ready to claim its inheritance on any flat surface it can find. Out front you’ve got a wide, flat handlebar that makes it a joy to throw the bike into corners.

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The overall effect is easy on the eyes, and even easier to ride down the road. For those who truly want to put that to the test, the tank now holds 4.5 gallons for added range. Nothing impacts the gut like raw power and time-honored shape.

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Key Features

• Blck powder-coated engine (including cylinder heads) with chrome covers.
• Chrome, Laced Steel front wheel
• Chrome, Slotted Disc Cast Aluminum rear wheel
• Forward-mounted foot controls
• Chrome, pull-back riser
• Chrome bullet headlamp

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SPECIFICATIONS

Dimensions

• Length: 90.3 in.
• Seat Height-Laden: 26.5 in.
• Seat Height-Unladen: 28.0 in.
• Ground Clearance: 4.4 in.
• Rake Steering Head/Trail: 30.1° / 4.70 in.
• Wheelbase: 60.4 in.
• Fuel Capacity: 4.5 gal.
• Oil Capacity: 2.8 qt.
• Dry Weight: 562.0 lbs.
• Running Order: 589.0 lbs.

Powertrain

• Engine: Air-cooled, Evolution®
• Displacement: 73.40 cu. in.
• Bore x Stroke: 3.50 in. x 3.81 in.
• Engine Torque: 79.0 ft. lbs. @ 4000 rpm
• Fuel System: Electronic Sequential Port Fuel Injection (ESPFI)
• Compression Ratio: 9.7:1
• Miles per Gallon-ESPFI: 57 hwy / 42.0 city
• Primary Drive: Chain, 57/38 ratio
• Gear Ratio (overall) 1st: 9.315
• Gear Ratio (overall) 2nd: 6.653
• Gear Ratio (overall) 3rd: 4.948
• Gear Ratio (overall) 4th: 4.102
• Gear Ratio (overall) 5th: 3.517

Wheels/Tires

• Front Wheel: Chrome, Laced/Silver
• Rear Wheel: Chrome, Slotted Disc Cast Aluminum
• Front Tire Size: MH90-21 54H
• Rear Tire Size: 150/80B16 71H

Electrical

• Instruments: Handlebar-mounted electronic speedometer with odometer; Time-of-day clock on odometer; Dual tripmeter, low fuel warning light, low oil pressure light, engine diagnostics readout, LED indicator lights
• Indicator Lamps: High beam, neutral, low oil pressure, turn signals, engine diagnostics, low fuel warnings, security system

Chassis

• Brakes: Dual-piston front, single-piston rear
• Lean Angle (per SAEJ1168): 31.0° / 29.0°
• Exhaust System: Chrome, staggered shorty exhaust with dual mufflers

Color Options
Vivid Black; Dark Blue Pearl; Red Hot Sunglo (New); Two-Tone Flame Blue Pearl/Pewter Pearl (New); Two-Tone Red Hot Sunglo/Smokey Gold (New); Two-Tone Vivid Black/Mirage Orange Pearl; Two-Tone Black Ice/Blue Ice (Custom Color Available October through December 2008)

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Cool-Motorcycle reviews Harley-Davidson XL1200R Sportster 2008