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Harley-Davidson Sportster Seventy-Two - 2013 Specifications and Reviews
The 2013 Harley-Davidson Sportster Seventy-Two is a classic custom cruiser powered by a 1201cc air-cooled V-twin Evolution engine delivering 98.99 Nm of torque. Its retro styling and nimble handling make it ideal for riders seeking authentic vintage aesthetics with modern reliability and fuel injection technology.
General information | |
| Category | Custom / cruiser |
| Year | 2013 |
| Model | Harley-Davidson Sportster Seventy-Two |
Engine and Transmission Specifications | |
| Exhaust system | Chrome, staggered exhaust with slash-cut mufflers |
| Greenhouse gases | 113.7 CO |
| Fuel consumption | 4.90 litres/100 km (20.4 km/l or 48.00 mpg) |
| Driveline | Primary chain, 57/38 ratio |
| Clutch | Multi-plate with diaphragm spring in oil bath |
| Transmission type,final drive | Belt |
| Gearbox | 6-speed |
| Cooling system | Air |
| Lubrication system | Dry sump |
| Fuel system | Injection. Electronic Sequential Port Fuel Injection (ESPFI) |
| Bore x stroke | 88.9 x 96.8 mm (3.5 x 3.8 inches) |
| Compression | 9.7:1 |
| Torque | 98.99 Nm (10.1 kgf-m or 73.0 ft.lbs) @ 3500 |
| Engine details | Air-cooled, Evolution® |
| Engine type | V2, four-stroke |
| Capacity: | 1201.25 ccm (73.30 cubic inches) |
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Brakes, suspension, Frame and wheels | |
| Wheels | Chrome Steel Laced |
| Rear brakes | Single disc. Single-piston |
| Front brakes | Single disc. Dual-piston |
| Rear tyre dimensions | 150/80-B16 |
| Front tyre dimensions | MH90-21 |
| Trail | 135 mm (5.3 inches) |
| Rake (fork angle) | 30.1° |
Physical measures and capacities | |
| Oil capacity | 2.60 litres (0.17 quarts) |
| Fuel capacity | 7.95 litres (2.10 gallons) |
| Wheelbase | 1,524 mm (60.0 inches) |
| Ground clearance | 119 mm (4.7 inches) |
| Overall length | 2,271 mm (89.4 inches) |
| Seat height | 676 mm (26.6 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting. |
| Weight incl. oil, gas, etc | 251.7 kg (555.0 pounds) |
| Dry weight | 247.2 kg (545.0 pounds) |
Other specs | |
| Wheelbase | 1,800 mm (70.9 inches) |
| Overall width | 1,600 mm (63.0 inches) |
| Overall height | 1,400 mm (55.1 inches) |
| Rear Suspension | Independent coil springs and hydraulic dampers |
| Front Suspension | Independent coil springs and hydraulic dampers |
| Fuel control | Double Overhead Cams/Twin Cam (DOHC) |
| Valves per cylinder | 4 |
| Top speed | 45.0 km/h (28.0 mph) |
| Capacity: | 1300.00 ccm (79.33 cubic inches) |
| Model | Gibbs Quadski |
| Comments | North America security system includes immobilizer; outside North America the security system includes immobilizer and siren. |
| Color options | Hard Candy Lucky Green Flake, Hard Candy Coloma Gold Flake, Hard Candy Big Red Flake, Chrome Yellow Pearl, Big Blue Pearl, Black Denim. |
| Light | High beam, neutral, low oil pressure, turn signals, engine diagnostics, low fuel warning, low battery, security system (optional) |
| Instruments | Handlebar-mounted electronic speedometer with odometer, time-of-day clock, dual tripmeter, low fuel warning light, low oil pressure light, engine diagnostics readout, LED indicator lights |
| Starter | Electric |
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