2014 Harley-Davidson Sportster® Forty-Eight

2014 Harley-Davidson Sportster® Forty-Eight pictures, prices, information, and specifications.
Model Type
Standard
MSRP
$10,749
Warranty
24
Insurance
Finance
Generic Type (Primary)
Standard
Manufacturer Country
USA
Introduction Year
2010
Manufacturer Recommend Minimum Age
16
Parent Company
Harley-Davidson
Display Name
Sportster(R) Forty-Eight
Year
2014
Make
Harley-Davidson
Engine Brand Name
Evolution(R)
Engine Type
V Twin
Cylinders
2
Engine Stroke
4-Stroke
Torque (Ft Lbs/Nm)
70.8 / 96
Torque RPM
3500
Cooling
Air
Valves
4
Valves Per Cylinder
2
Valve Configuration
OHV - Pushrod
Bore (mm/in)
88.9 / 3.5
Stroke (mm/in)
96.8 / 3.81
Displacement (cc/ci)
1202.8 / 73.4
Compression Ratio
10.0:1
Starter
Electric
Fuel Requirements
Premium
US Miles Per Gallon (Combined)
48
CAN Liters Per Kilometer (Combined)
4.9
Fuel Type
Gas
Fuel Injector
Yes
Carburetor
No
Carburetion Type
Fuel Injected
Transmission Type
Manual
Number Of Speeds
5
Overdrive
No
Primary Drive (Rear Wheel)
Belt
Primary Drive (Engine / Transmission)
Chain
Gear Ratio (1/2/3/4/5)
9.315 / 6.653 / 4.948 / 4.102 / 3.517
Reverse
No
Wheels Composition
Steel
Chromed
No
Tire Brand
Michelin(R)
Front Tire Width
130
Front Tire Aspect Ratio
90
Front Tire Speed Rating
73H
Front Wheel Diameter
16
Rear Tire Width
150
Rear Tire Aspect Ratio
80
Rear Tire Speed Rating
77H
Rear Wheel Diameter
16
Front Tire (Full Spec)
Michelin(R) Scorcher(TM) 130/90 B16 73H
Rear Tire (Full Spec)
Michelin(R) Scorcher(TM) 150/80 R16 77H
Front Brake Type
Hydraulic Disc
Front Brake Diameter (in/mm)
11.8 / 300
Rear Brake Type
Hydraulic Disc
Rear Brake Diameter (in/mm)
11.8 / 300
Front Suspension Type
Telescopic Fork
Front Central Suspension Strut
No
Steering Damper
No
Rear Suspension Type
Twin Sided Swing Arm
Number Rear Shock Absorbers
2
Rear Suspension Material
Steel
Air Adjustable
No
Steering Control
Handlebar
Length (ft)
7.4
Wheelbase (in/mm)
59.8 / 1518.9
Ground Clearance (in/mm)
3.9 / 99.1
Length (ft/ft)
7
Length (ft/in)
4.8
Dry Weight (lbs/kg)
540 / 244.9
Wet Weight (lbs/kg)
562 / 254.9
Fuel Capacity (gal/l)
2.1 / 7.9
Engine Displacement to Weight (cc)
2.23
Seat Type
One-Piece
Adjustable
No
Seat Material
Leather
Seat Location
Driver
Folding
No
Seat Height (in/mm)
28 / 711.2
Number Of Seats
1
Frame
Steel
Hand Grips
Standard
Foot Peg Location
Driver
Chain Guard
No
Drive Shaft Guard
No
Belt Guard
Yes
Hand Guards
No
Brush Guard
No
Heel Guards
No
Light Guard
No
Radiator Cover
No
Side Cover
Yes
Front Fender
Standard
Rear Fender
Standard
Top Crown
Standard
Stand Type
Kick
Handlebars
Standard
License Plate
Standard
Digital Instrumentation
Standard
Clock
Standard
Tachometer
Standard
Trip Odometer
Standard
Speedometer
Standard
Fuel Level Warning Type
Light
Service Reminder
Standard
Warranty (Condition)
Limited
Destination Charge
360
Battery Warranty (Months)
0
Paint
Standard
Decal Kit
Standard
Headlight Mounts
Standard
Halogen Headlight (s)
Standard
Headlight (s)
Standard
Light Type
Halogen
Folding
Yes
User Reviews
1 review
  • Cool look, great bike
    By  (I am an Owner) on May 02, 2021

    Changed from a classic midweight cruiser to the bobber look Harley 48. Although a smaller tank,the bike is sure to put a smile on your face. Light weight, torquey and sure to get plenty of thumbs up at stoplights.

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