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All Bikes/Compare/Harley-davidson Sportster Custom 1200 vs Harley-davidson Sportster 1200 Custom

Harley-davidson Sportster Custom 1200 vs Harley-davidson Sportster 1200 Custom

Side-by-side comparison for used motorcycle buyers

Harley-davidson Sportster Custom 1200 vs Harley-davidson Sportster 1200 Custom. Harley-davidson Sportster Custom 1200: 60 hp @ 5,500 rpm (note: Harley-Davidson did not always publish official HP figures; this is a widely cited estimate for the Evolution/Twin Cam era) hp, 256 kg (wet/curb weight) weight, top speed 175 km/h (estimated; note: real-world conditions may vary slightly), Motoryk rating 7.5/10. Harley-davidson Sportster 1200 Custom: 67 hp @ 5,500 rpm (later Evolution-era models; note: earlier carbureted versions produced approximately 60 hp) hp, 256 kg (wet/curb weight) weight, top speed 175 km/h (estimated; note: real-world top speed varies by rider weight and conditions), Motoryk rating 7.5/10.

Performance at a Glance

Green = winner per metric · Bars are relative to the higher value

Harley-davidson Sportster Custom 1200 Harley-davidson Sportster 1200 Custom
Horsepower (hp)
60 hp
67 hp
Torque (Nm)
92 Nm
92 Nm
Top Speed (km/h)
175 km/h
175 km/h
Weight (kg) — lower is better
256 kg
256 kg
Type
Cruiser
Cruiser
Horsepower
60 hp @ 5,500 rpm (note: Harley-Davidson did not always publish official HP figures; this is a widely cited estimate for the Evolution/Twin Cam era)
67 hp @ 5,500 rpm (later Evolution-era models; note: earlier carbureted versions produced approximately 60 hp)
Torque
92 Nm @ 3,500 rpm
92 Nm @ 3,500 rpm
Top Speed
175 km/h (estimated; note: real-world conditions may vary slightly)
175 km/h (estimated; note: real-world top speed varies by rider weight and conditions)
Weight
256 kg (wet/curb weight)
256 kg (wet/curb weight)
Fuel
5.5–6.5 L/100km (approx. 15–18 km/L real-world average)
5.5–6.5 L/100km (approximately 15–18 km/L typical real-world average)
Fairing
No
No

Individual Reviews

Harley-davidson Sportster Custom 1200
Harley-davidson Sportster Custom 1200
7.5/10

"A tough, characterful cruiser that earns its reputation through sheer reliability."

Pros
+Bulletproof drivetrain when maintained
+Massive aftermarket parts availability
+Strong low-rev torque delivery
Cons
Vibration tires you long-distance
Rocker box oil seeps common
Handling feels agricultural above 70mph
Harley-davidson Sportster 1200 Custom
Harley-davidson Sportster 1200 Custom
7.5/10

"A flawed but deeply rewarding cruiser that rewards patient, mechanically curious riders."

Pros
+Bulletproof engine, easy maintenance
+Massive aftermarket parts availability
+Genuine low seat height
Cons
Stock suspension is awful
Two-up riding is miserable
Vibration fatigues on highways

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Front and Rear Brake Pads for Harley Davidson Sportster 1200 XL1200C Custom 2004-2013 /Sportster 883 SuperLow Custom/ XL1200L Sportster Low 2007 2008 2009 2010 2011
Brake Pads
Front and Rear Brake Pads for Harley Davidson Sportster 1200 XL1200C Custom 2004-2013 /Sportster 883 SuperLow Custom/ XL1200L Sportster Low 2007 2008 2009 2010 2011
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Dunlop D402 Front Motorcycle Tire MH90-21 (54H) Black Wall Compatible With Harley-Davidson Sportster 1200 Custom XL1200C 1996-2010
Tires
Dunlop D402 Front Motorcycle Tire MH90-21 (54H) Black Wall Compatible With Harley-Davidson Sportster 1200 Custom XL1200C 1996-2010
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AGM Battery For Harley Davidson XL1200C SPORTSTER 1200 CUSTOM 2004-2020 LTD ANV
Battery
AGM Battery For Harley Davidson XL1200C SPORTSTER 1200 CUSTOM 2004-2020 LTD ANV
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V-Twin Oil Change Kit Synthetic w/Black Filter, Sportster
Engine Oil
V-Twin Oil Change Kit Synthetic w/Black Filter, Sportster
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DaSen Chain Drive Transmission Sprocket Conversion Kit Belt to Chain Compatible with Harley Sportster 72 48 Iron Roadster 883 1200 XL 2004-2023
Chain & Lube
DaSen Chain Drive Transmission Sprocket Conversion Kit Belt to Chain Compatible with Harley Sportster 72 48 Iron Roadster 883 1200 XL 2004-2023
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Chain Lube & Cleaner Kit
Chain Lube
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