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2012 Sportster
Vehicle Identification Number (VIN)
Example: _ appears on steering head. Abbreviated VIN appears on engine crankcase -
| Motorcycle Origin | Manufacturer/ Make | Motorcycle Displacement | Model Designation | Engine Size | Introduction Date / Special Models | VIN Check Digit | Model Year | Assembly Plant | Serial Number |
| Made in USA | Harley - Davidson | 1 = 901 cc & up 4 = 351-900 cc | CR = XL 883L SuperLow CS = XL 883R Roadster CT = XL 1200C Custom CZ = XL 1200N Nightster LC = XL 1200X Forty-Eight LD = XR 1200X XR1200X LE = XL 883N Iron 883 LH = XL 1200CP 1200 Custom LF = XL 1200V Seventy-Two | 2 = Evolution 883 3 = Evolution 1200 6 = Evolution 1200 | 1 = Regular 2 = Mid Year Intro Date 3 = California Models | Can be 0 - 9 or X | C | C = Kansas City, MO | 201624 |
Engine, Drivetrain, Performance
Engine- XL1200V
- Displacement (cc): 1201.2
- Engine Type: V Twin
- Cylinders: 2
- Engine Stroke: 4-Stroke
- Valve Configuration: OHV - Pushrod
- Carburetion Type: Fuel Injected
Drivetrain
- Transmission Type: Manual
- Number of Speeds: 5
- Primary Drive System: Belt
Specifications
Models
2012 XL 883L
XL1200V "Seventy-Two"
XR1200X
Dimensions:
Paint:
- Denim Black
- Big Blue Pearl
- Hard Candy Big Red Flake
Chassis:
- Front Brakes: Hydraulic Disc
- Rear Brakes: Hydraulic Disc
Tires:
- Front Tire(s): Michelin® MH90 R21 54H
- Rear Tire(s): Michelin® 150/80 R16 71H
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