What years did Harley make the 72 Sportster?
In the 2012 model year, Harley-Davidson introduced the XL1200V “Seventy-Two” model, sold until 2016. It has the classic styling of the early ’70s chopper/bobbers that were prevalent during this time.
Why is it called a Sportster 72?
Unlike that motorcycle, a brilliant homage to the bobbers of the 1940s, the Seventy-Two is an nod to the bikers who cruised Los Angeles’ famed Whittier Boulevard a half-century ago, when the road was affectionately known as “Route 72.”
What size motor is on Harley 72?
A classic Sportster® 2.2-gallon “peanut” fuel tank adds a final period touch to the motorcycle….
| Make Model | Harley Davidson XL 1200V Seventy Two |
|---|---|
| Engine | Four stroke, 45° V-Twin, OHV, 2 valves per cylinder. |
| Capacity | 1199 cc / 73.2 cub in. |
| Bore x Stroke | 88.8 x 96.8 mm |
| Cooling System | Air cooled, |
How much is a 72 Sportster worth?
Values
| Excellent | $9,745 |
| Very Good | $6,060 |
| Good | $3,810 |
| Fair | $3,335 |
| Poor | $2,445 |
Are Sportsters girl bikes?
Among the Harley community, the Sportster is generally and derogatorily called a “girl’s bike” because it’s the smallest of the three Harley engine families: Sportster; “Big Twin” and V-Rod. And indeed, a lot of the women who buy Harleys do ride Sportsters.
How much horsepower is a 1200 Sportster?
68.00 HP
| Harley-Davidson Sportster 1200 Custom Engine and Transmission Technical Data | |
|---|---|
| Maximum power – Output – Horsepower | 68.00 HP (49.6 kW)) @ 5750 RPM |
| Maximum torque | 96.00 Nm (9.8 kgf-m or 70.8 ft.lbs) @ 3750 RPM |
| Engine Maximum RPM | – |
| Cooling system | Air |
What does the 48 mean on Sportster?
Aside from all the Sportster haters…the “48” IS a reference to the 1st year the Peanut tank appeared on a Harley (1948 125 CC single-cylinder Model 125). The MoCo also recognizes that the peanut tank was in fact created prior to WWII by a German Motorcycle company, for the DKW RT125.
Why is a Harley 48 called a 48?
It’s that tiny teardrop tank that gives the Forty-Eight its name. Perhaps that’s because fitting the peanut tank meant cutting capacity from the standard Sportster’s less-than-generous 3.3 gallons to just 2.1, which many riders would find totally in-adequate. …
What is a Sportster 72?
The Harley-Davidson Seventy-Two® is a classic chopper inspired by the 70s. It’s part of the Harley-Davidson Sportster® lineup, and it offers retro chopper style and Harley-Davidson performance. Plus, it’s available right now here at Riverside Harley-Davidson in the Los Angeles and Inland Empire, CA area.
What size tire is MH90 21?
An MH90-21 is the same (nominal) size as an 80/90-21. Metz do ME880s in 80/90-21 (80mm wide), MH90-21 (87mm), and 90/90-21 (92mm). Avon’s AM41s, on the other hand, have an 80/90-21 and an MH90-21 which are exactly the same width: 83mm.
How much does a 1972 Harley Davidson Sportster weight?
1972 Harley-Davidson XLCH 1000-Sportster specifications, pictures, reviews and rating
| General information | |
|---|---|
| Weight incl. oil, gas, etc: | 220.0 kg (485.0 pounds) |
| Fuel capacity: | 15.00 litres (3.96 US gallons) |
| Other specifications | |
| Update specs | Report missing specs or required updates. |
Is the Sportster 1200 A girl bike?
Harley-Davidson Sportster: A Girl’s Bike? (2018 Update!) Among the Harley community, the Sportster is generally and derogatorily called a “girl’s bike” because it’s the smallest of the three Harley engine families: Sportster; “Big Twin” and V-Rod. And indeed, a lot of the women who buy Harleys do ride Sportsters.