1996 Harley-Davidson Sportster 1200 Sport

Harley-Davidson Sportster 1200 Sport 1996


1996 Harley-Davidson Sportster 1200 Sport specifications, pictures, reviews and rating

General information
Model Harley-Davidson Sportster 1200 Sport
Year 1996
Category Custom / cruiser
Rating 3.7  See the detailed rating of design and look, maintenance cost, engine performance, etc. Compare with any other bike.
Engine and transmission
Displacement 1199.0 ccm (73.16 cubic inches)
Engine type V2, four-stroke
Power 59.8 HP (43.6 kW)) @ 5200 RPM
Torque 89.0 Nm (9.1 kgf-m or 65.6 ft.lbs) @ 3500 RPM
Compression 9.0:1
Bore x stroke 88.8 x 96.8 mm (3.5 x 3.8 inches)
Valves per cylinder 2
Fuel system Carburettor
Fuel control Overhead Valves (OHV)
Ignition Digital
Cooling system Air
Gearbox 5-speed
Transmission type Belt (final drive)
Chassis, suspension, brakes and wheels
Frame type Double cradle, steel
Front suspension Showa telescopic forks, 39mm , preload , compression and rebound adjustable.
Rear suspension Showa Dual shocks, preload , compression and rebound adjustable.
Front tire 80/90-19
Rear tire 130/90-16
Front brakes Single disc. Two-piston calipers.
Diameter 292 mm (11.5 inches)
Rear brakes Single disc. Single-piston caliper.
Diameter 292 mm (11.5 inches)
Physical measures and capacities
Dry weight 226.0 kg (498.2 pounds)
Weight incl. oil, gas, etc 240.0 kg (529.1 pounds)
Power/weight ratio 0.2646 HP/kg
Seat height 736 mm (29.0 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting.
Wheelbase 1529 mm (60.2 inches)
Fuel capacity 12.50 litres (3.30 US gallons)
Oil capacity 2.80 litres (2.96 US quarts)
Other specifications
Starter Electric
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Maintenance and service specs *
Engine oil SAE 20W-50
Oil filter K & N PG Black - KN-170
Brake fluid DOT 5 Silicone
Battery YTX20HL-BS
Spark plugs NGK DCPR7E, NGK DCPR7EIX
Idle speed 1000 RPM
Belt teeth 128
Belt width 1 1/8 in
Pulley teeth 29/61 (front/rear)
Fork tube size 39 mm (1.5 inches)
*) Always verify maintenance and service data with the bike owner's manual.
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