2008 Harley-Davidson XL1200R Sportster 1200 Roadster

Harley-Davidson XL1200R Sportster 1200 Roadster 2008


2008 Harley-Davidson XL1200R Sportster 1200 Roadster specifications, pictures, reviews and rating

2008 Harley-Davidson XL1200R Sportster 1200 Roadster
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General information
Model name Harley-Davidson XL1200R Sportster 1200 Roadster
Year model 2008
Type Custom / cruiser
Price as newUS$ 8895. MSRP depends on country, taxes, accessories, etc.
Rating 3.5  See the detailed rating of design and look, maintenance cost, engine performance, etc. Compare with any other bike.
Engine and transmission
Engine size 1199.6 ccm (73.20 cubic inches)
Type of engine V2, four-stroke
Torque 107.1 Nm (10.9 kgf-m or 79.0 ft.lbs) @ 4000 RPM
Compression 9.7:1
Bore x stroke 88.9 x 96.8 mm (3.5 x 3.8 inches)
Fuel system Injection. Electronic Sequential Port Fuel Injection (ESPFI)
Cooling system Air
Gearbox 5-speed
Transmission type Belt (final drive)
Clutch Multi-plate with diaphragm spring in oil bath
Fuel consumption 4.12 litres/100 km (24.3 km/l or 57.09 mpg)
Greenhouse gases 95.6 CO2 g/km. (CO2 - Carbon dioxide emission)
Exhaust system Chrome, staggered shorty exhaust with dual mufflers
Chassis, suspension, brakes and wheels
Rake (fork angle) 29.6°
Trail 117 mm (4.6 inches)
Front tire 100/90-H19
Rear tire 150/80-B16
Front brakes Single disc. 4-piston calipers
Rear brakes Single disc. 2-piston calipers
Physical measures and capacities
Dry weight 256.3 kg (565.0 pounds)
Weight incl. oil, gas, etc 265.4 kg (585.0 pounds)
Seat height 759 mm (29.9 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting.
Overall length 2289 mm (90.1 inches)
Ground clearance 142 mm (5.6 inches)
Wheelbase 1524 mm (60.0 inches)
Fuel capacity 17.03 litres (4.50 US gallons)
Other specifications
Color options Vivid Black, Pewter Pearl, White Gold Pearl, Crimson Red Sunglo (New)
Comments Rubber-mounted, 1200cc Evolution® engine; black powder-coated engine with texture black; triple-disc brakes; tachometer; wide, dirt-track-inspired handlebar.
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