Harley-Davidson XR1200 Sportster. Jan 09

The XR1200 has been specifically designed as a motorcycle which is built for the twists and turns of tight roads. The bike's original inspiration draws from the success of the XR750 racing bike, which has been dominant in the American Flat Track racing scene since its launch in 1970. However, the XR1200's handling and performance characteristics are definitely street-based. The XR1200 features technical innovation to provide potent street performance and handling.

The 1200cc Evolution V-Twin engine with its high 10.0:1 compression ratio, performance cams, downdraft fuel injection, precision cooled cylinder heads and large capacity oil cooler cranks out high torque. Rubber mounted to a new frame with a cast aluminium swingarm, the engine delivers exhilarating performance and responsive handling with less vibration. A unique upswept, high volume 2-1-2 straight shot exhaust system includes dual mufflers and is finished in satin chrome. "XR1200 is a new breed of Harley-Davidson motorcycle", says John Lewis, Marketing & Product Planning Director of Harley-Davidson Europe. Performance oriented customers who aspire to owning a Harley-Davidson but who are seeking a fine handling roadster with great street performance and tremendous character will love the XR1200.

XR1200 Sportster Key features & technical highlights:

Styling and Ergonomics
-Styling and livery inspired by the legendary Harley-Davidson XR750 flat track racer
-Wide, black handlebars for dirt track looks and superb control
-Semi rearset footrests for excellent cornering clearance
-Seat height 742mm (laden with 81.7kg rider weight)
-Standard pillion seat and passenger footrests

Powertrain, Intake and Exhaust
-Isolation-mounted high torque 1202cc Evolution V-Twin engine finished in silver powder coat
-Downdraft Electronic Sequential Port Fuel Injection (ESPFI) and electronically controlled active intake system
-Upswept, high volume 2-1-2 straight shot exhaust system finished in satin chrome
-Precision oil-cooled cylinder heads

Wheels, Brakes and Tyres
-Unique, lightweight cast wheels with a Flat Track inspired 3-spoke design, finished in black
-Powerful Nissin dual front brakes with 4 piston calipers and 292mm patented uniform expansion rotors
-Dunlop Qualifier D209 tyres developed specifically for the XR 1200 (front 120/70ZR18; rear 180/55ZR17)
-Sport-tuned Showa suspension featuring 43mm inverted front forks and pre-load adjustable twin rear shock absorbers

Additional Features
-Unique compact instruments with prominent white faced tachometer, digital speedometer, dual trip meter and clock
-Aircraft style aluminium alloy fuel filler
-Harley-Davidson hands free Smart Security System
-Hazard warning lights operated by turn signal controls

RRP - $15,995