What size are stock Sportster bars?
| Harley Davidson Model | Harley Davidson Description | Clamp Area |
|---|---|---|
| XL883R | Sportster 883R | 2-1/2″ x 4-1/2″ |
| XL883L | Sportster 883 Low/SuperLow | 2-1/2″ x 4-1/2″ |
| XL883N | Sportster Iron 883 | 2-1/2″ x 5-1/2″ |
| XL1200C | Sportster 1200 Custom (Risers 6″) | 2-1/2″ x 4-1/2″ |
What is the fastest Sportster?
Let’s not forget that in 1970, renowned racer Cal Rayborn rode the 90ci Harley-Davidson Sportster Streamliner to set a new land speed record of 265.492 mph on the Utah Bonneville salt flats, a record that remained unbroken until 1975.
What sizes do Sportsters come in?
There’s been an almost dizzying array of models over the last 30 years but as of 2020, there are eight different models on sale with two engine sizes: 883cc and 1200cc. Since 1986 all Sportsters have used a version of Harley-Davidson’s air-cooled, 2-valve evolution engine.
How wide should motorcycle handlebars be?
As far as industry standards, Handlebars typically come in either 1″ or 7/8″ diameter. Almost all Harley applications will use 1″, however, for those riders looking for fatter bars 1 1/4″ and 1 1/2″ are available and may require special clamps/hand controls depending on the bars.
How can I make my Sportster faster?
How to Get More Power Out of a Sportster 1200
- Replace the stock air intake system. The factory-equipped air intake system is restrictive, allowing a smaller amount of air into the carburetor.
- Replace the stock exhaust system.
- Rejet the carburetor.
- Replace the stock drive (front) pulley.
What year did Sportsters get EFI?
Harley Davidson’s sportster motorcycle is the first Harley Davidson range of bikes which come with EFI installed. This started in the year 2007 itself. EFI is Electronic Fuel Infection, which comes as original Harley equipment in bikes like FLH, Buell’s, Dyna’s and Softails all offer EFI since the year 2007.
What height are stock Harley handlebars?
Almost all Harley applications will use 1″, however, for those riders looking for fatter bars 1 1/4″ and 1 1/2″ are available and may require special clamps/hand controls depending on the bars. Most Metric (XS650’s; unit and pre-unit Triumphs, or any British or Japanese Custom)bikes will accept 7/8″ handlebars.