2005 Harley-Davidson Sportster® 1200 Custom

2005 Harley-Davidson Sportster® 1200 Custom pictures, prices, information, and specifications.
Model Type
Standard
MSRP
$9,495
Warranty
24
Insurance
Finance
Generic Type (Primary)
Standard
Manufacturer Country
USA
Manufacturer Recommend Minimum Age
16
Parent Company
Harley-Davidson
Display Name
Sportster(R) 1200 Custom
Year
2005
Make
Harley-Davidson
Engine Brand Name
Evolution(R)
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 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 Composition
Aluminum
Chromed
Yes
Tire Brand
Dunlop(R)
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
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
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 Control
Handlebar
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)
6.3
Dry Weight (lbs/kg)
554 / 251.3
Fuel Capacity (gal/l)
4.5 / 17
Engine Displacement to Weight (cc)
2.17
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
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
Top Crown
Standard
Stand Type
Kick
Handlebars
Standard
License Plate
Standard
Digital Instrumentation
Standard
Trip Odometer
Standard
Speedometer
Standard
Fuel Level Warning
Standard
Service Reminder
Standard
Warranty (Months)
24
Destination Charge
195
Battery Warranty (Months)
0
Paint
Standard
Headlight Mounts
Standard
Halogen Headlight (s)
Standard
Headlight (s)
Standard
Light Type
Halogen
Folding
Yes
User Reviews
5 reviews
  • I love my 1200 Custom
    By  (I am an Owner) on Apr 16, 2022

    I bought my 05 Sportster 1200 Custom second owner, always garage kept, with 11,000 miles on it. It's staged up with Screaming Eagle straight pipes, K&N filer and had it jetted at local Harley Davidson. Lowered it 3" with lowering struts. What I gave up in comfort, I far gained in the handling. Bike ...

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  • Branden Lee Tagemal
    By  (I am an Owner) on Aug 01, 2021

    The Harley Davidson 1200 Custom is by far the best motorcycle I have ever owned. I think has all the other brands beat. The way it performs at a given command excides all my expectation. People love the way it looks even the little ones smile and wave and you feel good because you know your making ...

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  • Love it!!
    By  (I am an Owner) on Sep 17, 2017

    I bought mine 1/4/15 bone stock..sort of. It was Glacier White, had a windshield, bolt on hard bags, crash bars...but just not me. I loved every second I spent building this. All work was done by myself, fulfilling a dream 47 yrs ago.I just love Harley's...anyone can personalize them easily. I have ...

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  • Nice Scoot !
    By  (I am an Owner) on Mar 05, 2013

    I bought it with 2800 miles and now have close to 5000 .... that about 2200 miles of smiles for me. I have owned many jap bikes but the simplicity of the Harley Evolution motor is what sold me ! I can change the oil , plugs , or do most regular maintenance with no problems at all .... I am of average ...

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  • Great bike great value
    By  (I am an Owner) on 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 parking ...

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