2005 Harley-Davidson Sportster® 1200 Custom Reviews, Prices, and Specs

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2005 Harley-Davidson Sportster® 1200 Custom

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2005 Harley-Davidson Sportster® 1200 Custom Specifications

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Identification
Model Type	Standard
BASE MSRP(US)	$9,495.00
Dealers	Harley-Davidson Dealers
Warranty	24
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Engine:
Engine Brand Name	Evolution®
Engine Type	V Twin
Cylinders	2
Engine Stroke	4-Stroke
Torque (Ft Lbs/Nm)	79 / 107.1
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)	1199.5 / 73.2
Compression Ratio	9.7:1
Starter	Electric
Fuel Requirements	Premium
US Miles Per Gallon (Hwy/City)	52 / 45
CAN Liters Per Kilometer (Hwy/City)	4.5 / 5.2
Fuel Type	Gas
Fuel Injector	No
Carburetor	Yes
Number Of Carburetors	1
Carburetor Size (mm)	40
Carburetion Type	Carburetor
Transmission:
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)	9.45 / 6.5 / 5.04 / 4.15 / 3.52
Reverse	No
Wheels & Tires:
Wheels Composition	Aluminum
Chromed	Yes
Tire Brand	Dunlop®
Front Tire Aspect Ratio	90
Front Tire Speed Rating	54H
Front Wheel Diameter	21
Rear Tire Width	150
Rear Tire Aspect Ratio	80
Rear Tire Speed Rating	71H
Rear Wheel Diameter	16
Front Tire (Full Spec)	Dunlop MH90-21 54H
Rear Tire (Full Spec)	Dunlop 150/80 R16 71H
Brakes:
Front Brake Type	Disc
Front Brake Diameter (in/mm)	11.5 / 292.1
Rear Brake Type	Disc
Rear Brake Diameter (in/mm)	11.5 / 292.1
Suspension:
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
Steering:
Steering Control	Handlebar
Technical Specifications:
Length (ft)	7.52
Wheelbase (in/mm)	60.4 / 1534.2
Ground Clearance (in/mm)	4.4 / 111.8
Length (ft/ft)	7
Length (ft/in)	6
Dry Weight (lbs/kg)	554 / 251.3
Fuel Capacity (gal/l)	4.5 / 17
Engine Displacement to Weight (cc)	2.17
Seats:
Seat Type	One-Piece
Adjustable	No
Seat Material	Leather
Seat Location	Driver and Passenger
Folding	No
Seat Height (in/mm)	26.5 / 673.1
Number Of Seats	2
Grab Rail or Strap	Standard
Exterior:
Frame	Steel
Hand Grips	Standard
Foot Peg Location	Driver and Passenger
Chain Guard	No
Drive Shaft Guard	No
Fork Guards	No
Hand Guards	No
Brush Guard	No
Heel Guards	No
Light Guard	No
Radiator Cover	No
Side Cover	Yes
Front Fender	Standard
Rear Fender	Standard
Stand Type	Kick
Handlebars	Standard
Instrumentation:
Digital Instrumentation	Standard
Trip Odometer	Standard
Speedometer	Standard
Fuel Level Warning	Standard
Service Reminder	Standard
Pricing:
Warranty (Months)	24
Destination Charge	195
Identification:
Generic Type (Primary)	Standard
Manufacturer Country	USA
Manufacturer Recommend Minimum Age	16
NADATrimID	19535
Paint & Finish:
Paint	Standard
Lights:
Halogen Headlight (s)	Standard
Glass:
Rearview Mirrors	Standard

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Great bike great value

By J. Douglas Rowe(Owner), May. 25, 2010

I have had many bikes over the years from Honda, Yamaha, Kawasaki and Harley Davidson. The 1200 Custom is the best so far. It handles well is fun to ride looks great sounds better has great power and is a Great around town bike. A good example; my bike was parked next to several others in a parki... Read Full Review

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