Naked Motorcycles

2012Harley-Davidson XR1200X

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The 2012 Harley-Davidson XR1200X is a Sportster-based naked roadster inspired by Harley's flat-track racers. Its 1201cc air-cooled V-twin makes 104.1 hp and 100.2 Nm, with a low 742 mm seat.

Capacity: 1201.3 ccm
Engine: V-Twin, four-stroke
Gearbox: 5-speed
Dry weight: 249.9 kg
Seat height: 742 mm
Power: 104.1 HP (76.6 kW)

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What’s new for the 2012 Harley-Davidson XR1200X

vs the 2011

Spec	2011	2012
Front suspension	43 mm Inverted Showa fork	39 mm
Rear suspension	Fully-adjustable	Mild steel, rectangular tube section, stamped junctions, MIG welded swing-arm. Coil-over; preload dual-adjustable shocks.
Front brakes	Double disc. 4-piston.	Single disc. Dual-piston
Rear brakes	Single disc. Single-piston.	Single disc. Single-piston

Other years 2010 2011 2012

How it rides

Editorial estimate from the spec sheet - not lab tested

Off-road & trail20%

Cornering80%

City riding65%

Daily riding60%

Touring38%

Two-up35%

Track45%

Best for: It's built for spirited backroad blasting and street-fighter style cornering rather than straight-line drag racing or long-distance cruising.
Built for: It has the raw, thumping personality of an air-cooled Harley V-twin wrapped in an unusually agile, flat-track-inspired chassis with sharp handling for a cruiser.
Not ideal for: It's not the right choice for someone seeking a plush touring machine, easy passenger comfort, or any serious off-road capability.

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

Will it fit you?

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Your height

Inseam (optional)

Units

At 742mm, a rider of 68.9" with a 31" (estimated) inseam will reach the ground with both feet flat on the 2012 Harley-Davidson XR1200X, with a moderate knee angle of around 115 degrees and a forward-leaning 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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Range and running costs

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Fuel per litre

Riding a year

Based on the maker's published fuel consumption and tank size. Real-world figures depend on how and where you ride, and the last litres of a tank are reserve. Prices shown greyed are examples - type your own.

Full specifications

Engine

Capacity: 1201.3 ccm
Power: 104.1 HP (76.6 kW)
CO2 Emissions: 131 CO2 g/km
EPA Est. Fuel Consumption: 5.58 L/100km (42.2 US mpg)
EPA CO Emissions: 4.4 CO g/km
Torque: 100.2 Nm (10.2 kgf-m) @ 4000 RPM
Engine type: V-Twin, four-stroke
Fuel consumption: 5.40 litres/100 km (18.5 km/l)
Power/weight ratio: 0.4166 HP/kg (dry)
Bore x stroke: 88.9 x 96.8 mm
Compression: 10.0:1
Cooling system: Air
Fuel system: Injection
Starting: Electric
Aspiration: Naturally aspirated
Valves per cylinder: 2
Lubrication system: Dry-sump

Transmission

Gearbox: 5-speed
Transmission type: Manual
Final drive: Belt
Clutch: Multi-plate with diaphragm spring in oil bath

Dimensions & weight

Wheelbase: 1524 mm
Overall length: 2225 mm
Overall width: 930 mm
Overall height: 1161 mm
Seat height: 742 mm
Dry weight: 249.9 kg
Wet weight: 259.9 kg
Fuel capacity: 13.30 litres
Ground clearance: 150 mm
Oil capacity: 2.60 litres

Chassis & suspension

Frame: Mild steel tubular frame; circular sections; cast junctions
Front suspension: 39 mm
Rear suspension: Mild steel, rectangular tube section, stamped junctions, MIG welded swing-arm. Coil-over; preload dual-adjustable shocks.
Front wheel travel: 92 mm
Rear wheel travel: 41 mm
Rake (fork angle): 28.9°
Trail: 132 mm