2012 Harley-Davidson Sportster® 1200 Custom

2012 Harley-Davidson Sportster® 1200 Custom pictures, prices, information, and specifications.
Model Type
Standard
MSRP
$10,299
Warranty
24
Insurance
Finance
Generic Type (Primary)
Standard
Manufacturer Country
USA
Introduction Year
2011
Manufacturer Recommend Minimum Age
16
Parent Company
Harley-Davidson
Display Name
Sportster(R) 1200 Custom
Year
2012
Make
Harley-Davidson
Engine Brand Name
Evolution(R)
Engine Type
V Twin
Cylinders
2
Engine Stroke
4-Stroke
Torque (Ft Lbs/Nm)
79 / 108
Torque RPM
4000
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)
1201.2 / 73.3
Compression Ratio
9.7:1
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)
9.32 / 6.65 / 4.95 / 4.1 / 3.52
Reverse
No
Wheels Composition
Aluminum
Chromed
Yes
Tire Brand
Michelin(R)
Front Tire Width
130
Front Tire Aspect Ratio
90
Front Tire Speed Rating
72H
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 R16 72H
Rear Tire (Full Spec)
Michelin(R) Scorcher(TM) 150/80 R16 77H
Front Brake Type
Hydraulic Disc
Front Brake Diameter (in/mm)
11.5 / 292.1
Rear Brake Type
Hydraulic 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
Air Adjustable
No
Steering Control
Handlebar
Length (ft)
7.28
Wheelbase (in/mm)
59.9 / 1521.5
Ground Clearance (in/mm)
4.4 / 111.8
Length (ft/ft)
7
Length (ft/in)
3.4
Dry Weight (lbs/kg)
553 / 250.8
Wet Weight (lbs/kg)
582 / 264
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)
26.6 / 675.6
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
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
Trip Odometer
Standard
Speedometer
Standard
Fuel Level Warning Type
Light
Service Reminder
Standard
Warranty (Condition)
Limited
Destination Charge
305
Battery Warranty (Months)
0
Paint
Standard
Headlight Mounts
Standard
Headlight Visor
Standard
Halogen Headlight (s)
Standard
Headlight (s)
Standard
Light Type
Halogen
Folding
Yes
User Reviews
3 reviews
  • junk
    By  (I am an Owner) on Jan 28, 2018

    bad tires,dont stick even on a hot day,oil tank leakage,bad exhaust,seat,wiring,crack cylinder head,has only 8,500 on it?bad retailer!passenger foot rest broke off!

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  • My review
    By  (I am an Owner) on Jun 10, 2012

    I have been looking at harley's for years. I was introduced to them as a child from my uncle. I have now been riding for almost 9 years and have been on sports bikes, victories and some harley's. After getting divorced i decided to looking into a new bike. i went to the local hd dealer for me and ...

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  • My Bucket List
    By  (I am an Owner) on Mar 17, 2012

    I was going to buy a Harley-Davidson 1200 Custom in late 2010. But when I got wind that Harley-Davidson was going to make the word "Custom" really mean "Custom" I decided to delay buying one.

    I'm glad I waited because the wait was well was worth it. With Harley-Davidson going to the larger ...

    So now I'm a proud owner of a 2012 Harley-Davidson Sportser Custom 1200. Scratch one more item from my "Bucket List".

    I'm glad I took the the Basic Motorcycle Riding and Safety Course from the dealer because this really prepared me to better appreciate my first motorcycle. The course was sponsored by MSF(Motorcycle Safety Foundation. It consisted of five days of classroom time and hands on track time with a written and practical test.

    Thank you Harley-Davidson and MSF for making my dream come true since high school days of wanting a Harley-Davidson Sportster.

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