Harley-Davidson Sportster 1000: history, specs, pictures
The Harley-Davidson XLH1000 Sportster was a v2, four-stroke sport motorcycle produced between 1972 and 1985. It could reach a top speed of 106 mph (170 km/h). Max torque was 52.0 ft/lbs (70.5 Nm) @ 3800 RPM. Claimed horsepower was 48.95 HP (36.5 KW) @ 6000 RPM.
Engine
The engine was a air cooled v2, four-stroke. A 81.0mm bore x 96.8mm stroke result in a displacement of just 997.0 cubic centimeters. The engine featured a 8.8:1 compression ratio. Fuel was supplied via a overhead valves (ohv).
Drive
The bike has a 4-speed transmission. The final drive was via chain. Power was moderated via the wet-multiple disk.
Chassis
It came with a mj 90-19 front tire and a mt 90-16 rear tire. Stopping was achieved via single disc in the front and a single disc in the rear. The XLH1000 Sportster was fitted with a 2.25 Gallon (8.50 Liters) fuel tank. The wheelbase was 58.5 inches (1486 mm) long.
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| Manufacturer | Harley-Davidson |
|---|---|
| Also called | XLCH 1000-Sportster, XLH1000 Sportster, XLH 1000 Sportster, XLCH 1000 Sportster |
| Production | 1972 - 1985 |
| Class | Road |
| Engine | v2, four-stroke |
| Bore / Stroke | 81.0mm x 96.8mm |
| Top speed | 106 mph (170 km/h) |
| Horse Power | 48.95 HP (36.5 KW) @ 6000RPM |
| Torque | 52.0 ft/lbs (70.5 Nm) @ 3800RPM |
| Fuel system | carburetor. bendix 16p12 |
| Ignition type | points |
| Battery | 8.8:1 |
| Transmission | Gear box: 4-speed Final Drive: chain |
| Brakes | Front: single disc Rear: single disc |
| Front Tire | mj 90-19 |
| Rear Tire | mt 90-16 |
| Wheelbase | 58.5 inches (1486 mm) |
| Dimensions | L 87.24 inches (2216 mm) W 32.01 inches (813 mm) H 42.01 inches (1067 mm) |
| Weight | (dry), 246.0 kg (wet) |
| Fuel capacity | 2.25 Gallon (8.50 Liters) |
| Fuel consumption | 4.70 liters/100 km (21.3 km/l or 50.05 mpg) |
| Manuals | Service Manual |
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The Harley-Davidson XLH1000 Sportster was a v2, four-stroke Road motorcycle produced by Harley-Davidson between 1972 and 1985. It could reach a top speed of 106 mph (170 km/h). Max torque was 52.0 ft/lbs (70.5 Nm) @ 3800 RPM. Claimed horsepower was 48.95 HP (36.5 KW) @ 6000 RPM.
Engine
The engine was a air cooled v2, four-stroke. A 81.0mm bore x 96.8mm stroke result in a displacement of just 997.0 cubic centimeters. Fuel was supplied via a overhead valves (ohv).
Drive
The bike has a 4-speed transmission. Power was moderated via the wet-multiple disk.
Chassis
It came with a mj 90-19 front tire and a mt 90-16 rear tire. Stopping was achieved via single disc in the front and a single disc in the rear. The XLH1000 Sportster was fitted with a 2.25 Gallon (8.50 Liters) fuel tank. The wheelbase was 58.5 inches (1486 mm) long.