Cruisers

2014Harley-Davidson Sportster Seventy-Two

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The 2014 Harley-Davidson Sportster Seventy-Two is a retro-styled custom cruiser built for riders seeking classic aesthetics with modern performance. Powered by an air-cooled 1201cc Evolution V-twin engine with electronic fuel injection, it delivers responsive handling and reliable cruising capability. Known for its vintage 1970s design language combined with contemporary engineering, it appeals to riders wanting nostalgic styling without sacrificing practicality.

Capacity: 1201.3 ccm
Engine: V-Twin, four-stroke
Gearbox: 6-speed
Dry weight: 247.2 kg
Seat height: 676 mm
Power: 121.0 HP (89.0 kW)

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How it rides

Editorial estimate from the spec sheet - not lab tested

Off-road & trail5%

Cornering30%

City riding55%

Daily riding55%

Touring35%

Two-up30%

Track10%

Best for: Built for laid-back boulevard cruising, short highway jaunts, and pure visual custom style with a fat front tire and blacked-out attitude.
Built for: A stripped-down, muscular custom cruiser that trades cornering agility and top-end speed for torque-rich low-rev grunt and unmistakable Sportster attitude.
Not ideal for: Not a good fit for riders wanting sharp cornering performance, serious long-distance touring comfort, or any kind of off-road capability.

Scores are derived from the spec sheet using the same model across every bike, so they compare like for like.

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Units

At 676mm, a rider of 175cm with a 79cm (estimated) inseam will reach the ground with both feet flat on the 2014 Harley-Davidson Sportster Seventy-Two, with a cramped knee angle of around 75 degrees and an upright riding position.

Assumes about 30mm of suspension sag once seated. This is an approximation from category-typical geometry, not a measurement of this bike or of you - sit on one before you buy.

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Full specifications

Engine

Capacity: 1201.3 ccm
Power: 121.0 HP (89.0 kW)
CO2 Emissions: 114 CO2 g/km
Torque: 99.0 Nm (10.1 kgf-m) @ 3500 RPM
Engine type: V-Twin, four-stroke
Fuel consumption: 4.90 litres/100 km (20.4 km/l)
Power/weight ratio: 0.4895 HP/kg
Bore x stroke: 88.9 x 96.8 mm
Compression: 10.0:1
Cooling system: Air
Fuel system: Injection
Starting: Electric
Lubrication system: Dry sump

Transmission

Gearbox: 6-speed
Transmission type: Manual
Final drive: Belt
Clutch: Multi-plate with diaphragm spring in oil bath

Dimensions & weight

Wheelbase: 1524 mm
Overall length: 2271 mm
Seat height: 676 mm
Dry weight: 247.2 kg
Wet weight: 251.7 kg
Fuel capacity: 8.00 litres
Ground clearance: 119 mm
Oil capacity: 2.60 litres

Chassis & suspension

Front suspension: Telescopic fork
Rear suspension: Twin shocks
Rake (fork angle): 30.1°
Trail: 135 mm

Brakes & wheels

Front brakes: Single disc. Dual-piston
Rear brakes: Single disc. Single-piston
Front tyre: MH90-21
Rear tyre: 150/80-B16

Other

Color options: Hard Candy Volcanic Orange Flake, Black Denim, Amber Whiskey, Hard Candy Voodoo Purple Flake
Comments: North America security system includes immobilizer; outside North America the security system includes immobilizer and siren.

Compiled from manufacturer documentation and user contributions, corrected on an ongoing basis. Spotted something wrong? Tell us.

What changed, year to year

Differences highlighted

Specification	2013	2014	2015	2016
Capacity	1201.25 ccm (73.30 cubic inches)	1201.25 ccm (73.30 cubic inches)	—	—
Dry weight	247.2 kg (545.0 pounds)	247.2 kg (545.0 pounds)	247.2 kg (545.0 pounds)	251.0 kg (553.4 pounds)
Seat height	676 mm (26.6 inches)	676 mm (26.6 inches)	676 mm (26.6 inches)	730 mm (28.7 inches)
Fuel capacity	7.95 litres (2.10 gallons)	7.95 litres (2.10 gallons)	7.95 litres (2.10 gallons)	7.90 litres (2.09 gallons)
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.	Hard Candy Volcanic Orange Flake, Black Denim, Amber Whiskey, Hard Candy Voodoo Purple Flake	Deep Jade Pearl, Hard Candy Big Red Flake, Black Quartz, Hard Candy Cancun Blue Flake, Hard Candy Quicksilver Flake	Black Quartz