Harley Davidson Sportster Custom (2018 – 2019)

Harley Davidson Sportster Custom (2018 - 2019)

The Harley-Davidson Sportster Custom (2018 – 2019) is an uncompromising expression of raw power and unbridled freedom.

With the 1200cc Evolution engine at its heart, this iconic V-Twin delivers monumental low-end torque and a soul-stirring sound that’s as raw as it is addictive. The black rocker box covers, chrome shorty dual exhaust, and bold graphics with a racing stripe on the tank create a visual statement that screams “custom.”

But it’s not just about looks – the Sportster Custom is built for thrilling performance, with its closed-loop exhaust system and lightweight aluminum heads and cylinders working in harmony to optimize air-cooling efficiency. Whether carving up twisties or cruising down Main Street, this bike demands your attention.

And then there’s the riding experience: hands gripping the pull-back handlebar, feet tucked under on mid-mount controls, and a sense of connection that’s hard to find elsewhere. The Sportster Custom is a true American legend, born from decades of racing heritage and bred for street-bred performance.

Key Specifications

Engine TypeFour stroke, 45 V-Twin, OHV, 2 valves per cylinder.
Engine Capacity1199 cc / 73.2 cub in
Max Torque107 Nm / 10.9 kgf-m / 79 ft/lb @ 3500 rpm
Fuel Tank Capacity4.5 US gallons / 17.0 L
Weight (Wet/Kerb)582 lbs / 264 kg
Seat Height26.6 inches / 675.6 mm
Harley Davidson Sportster Custom (2018 - 2019)

All Specifications

Make & Model

ModelHarley Davidson Sportster Custom
Year2018 – 2019

Engine

Engine TypeFour stroke, 45 V-Twin, OHV, 2 valves per cylinder.
Displacement1199 cc / 73.2 cub in
Bore x Stroke88.8 x 96.8 mm
Compression Ratio9.7:1
Max Torque107 Nm / 10.9 kgf-m / 79 ft/lb @ 3500 rpm
Engine Management SystemElectronic Sequential Port Fuel Injection (ESPFI)
Cooling SystemAir cooled

Performance

Top Speedn/a

Transmission

Gearbox5 Speed
Gear Ratios1st 9.315 / 2nd 6.653 / 3rd 4.948 / 4th 4.102 / 5th 3.517:1
Final DriveBelt

Electrical & Electronics System

StarterElectric

Chassis & Suspension

Frame TypeMild steel, tubular frame; circular sections; cast junctionsSwingarm Mild steel, rectangular tube sections, stamped junctions; MIG welded
Front Suspension39 mm fork
Front Suspension Travel5.6 inches / 144 mm
Rear SuspensionCoil-over, preload dual-adjustable
Rear Suspension Travel2.1 inches / 54 mm
Rake30
Trail107 mm / 4.2 in

Wheels & Brakes

Front Wheel/Rim SizeChrome, 5-Spoke Cast Aluminum
Front Tire SizeD402F MH90-21 54H
Rear Wheel/Rim SizeChrome, 5-Spoke Cast Aluminum
Rear Tire SizeD401 150/80B16 71H
Front BrakesSingle 300 mm disc, 2 x 38mm piston caliper
Rear BrakesSingle 300 mm disc, 2 x 38mm piston caliper

Dimension & Weights

Seat Height26.6 inches / 675.6 mm
Wheelbase1520 / 59.8 in
Ground Clearance110 mm / 4.3 in
Fuel Tank Capacity4.5 US gallons / 17.0 L
Wet (kerb/curb) Weight582 lbs / 264 kg

Features

  • 1200cc Air-Cooled Evolution Engine
  • Lightweight aluminum heads and cylinders improve air-cooling efficiency
  • Closed Loop Exhaust System
  • Blacked-Out and Chrome Details
  • Chrome Shorty Dual Exhaust
  • Bold, Fast Graphics with Racing Stripe on the Tank
  • Custom-Style Paint
  • Black Laced Steel Wheels
  • Chrome Uppers and Black Highlights on Wheels
  • All Black Rims on Wheels
  • Black Rear Indicators
  • Black Emulsion Shocks
  • Chrome Fender Struts
  • Pull-Back Handlebar
  • Mid-Mount Controls
Harley Davidson Sportster Custom (2018 - 2019)
Harley Davidson Sportster Custom (2018 - 2019)
Harley Davidson Sportster Custom (2018 - 2019)

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