1981 Harley-Davidson XLH 1000 Sportster

Harley-Davidson XLH 1000 Sportster
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Harley-Davidson XLH 1000 Sportster
Harley-Davidson XLH 1000 Sportster
Harley-Davidson XLH 1000 Sportster
Harley-Davidson XLH 1000 Sportster
Harley-Davidson XLH 1000 Sportster
Harley-Davidson XLH 1000 Sportster
Harley-Davidson XLH 1000 Sportster
Harley-Davidson XLH 1000 Sportster
Harley-Davidson XLH 1000 Sportster
Harley-Davidson XLH 1000 Sportster
Harley-Davidson XLH 1000 Sportster
Harley-Davidson XLH 1000 Sportster
Harley-Davidson XLH 1000 Sportster

General motorcycle information

Model
Harley-Davidson XLH 1000 Sportster
Year
1981
Category
Classic
Rating
  3.5 out of 5

Engine and transmission

Displacement
60.84 cubic inches (997.0 ccm)
Engine type
V2, 4 stroke
Power
55.0 horsepowers (41.0 kiloWatts) at 5800 RPM
Torque
-
Compression
9:1
Bore x stroke
4.94 x 5.91 inches (81.0 x 96.8 mm)
Valves per cylinder
2
Fuel system
-
Fuel control
Overhead Valves (OHV)
Cooling system
Air
Gearbox
4-speed
Transmission type, final drive
Chain
Starter
-
Fuel consumption
-
Top speed
180.0 kmh (111.8 mph)

Chassis, suspension, brakes and wheels

Front tyre
-
Rear tyre
-
Front brake
Double discs
Rear brake
Single disc

Physical measures and capacities

Dry weight
-
Wet weight
529.1 pounds (240.0 kg)
Seat height
-
Wheelbase
-
Ground clearance
-
Fuel capacity
2.38 gallons (9.0 litres)
Oil capacity
-

Further motorcycle information

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