Comparisons / Comparison of Harley-Davidson XL1200N Nightster and Harley-Davidson XL1200C Sportster 1200 Custom 2012

Comparison of Harley-Davidson XL1200N Nightster and Harley-Davidson XL1200C Sportster 1200 Custom 2012 [S]ave

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Harley-Davidson XL1200C Sportster 1200 Custom 2012
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Harley-Davidson XL1200N Nightster
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General
Production from (year)20122012
MakeHarley-DavidsonHarley-Davidson
ModelHarley-Davidson XL1200C Sportster 1200 CustomHarley-Davidson XL1200N Nightster
CategoryCustom / cruiserCustom / cruiser
Engine and transmission
Engine typeV2, four-strokeV2, four-stroke
Fuel systemInjection. Electronic Sequential Port Fuel Injection (ESPFI)Injection. Electronic Sequential Port Fuel Injection (ESPFI)
Engine detailsAir-cooled, Evolution® Pushrod-operated, overhead valves with hydraulic, self-adjusting lifters; two valves per cylinderAir-cooled, Evolution®
Displacement (cm³)1201.31201.3
Fuel consumption (l/100km)4.94.9
Cooling systemAirAir
Transmission type,final driveBeltBelt
Torque (Nm)107.1107.1
Bore (mm)88.988.9
Stroke (mm)96.896.8
Gearbox5-speed5-speed
Greenhouse gases113.7 CO2 g/km. (CO2 - Carbon dioxide emission)113.7 CO2 g/km. (CO2 - Carbon dioxide emission)
DrivelineChain primary drive, 57/38 ratioChain primary drive, 57/38 ratio
ClutchMulti-plate with diaphragm spring in oil bathMulti-plate with diaphragm spring in oil bath
Lubrication systemDry-sumpDry-sump
Compression9.7:19.7:1
Exhaust systemChrome, staggered exhaust with slash-cut mufflersChrome, slash-cut exhaust with dual mufflers
Chassis
Front suspension39 mm39 mm
Rear suspensionMild steel, rectangular tube section, stamped junctions, MIG welded swing-arm. Coil-over; preload dual-adjustable shocks.Mild steel, rectangular tube section, stamped junctions, MIG welded swing-arm. Coil-over; preload dual-adjustable shocks.
Front brakesSingle disc. Dual-pistonSingle disc. Dual-piston
Rear brakesSingle disc. Single-pistonSingle disc. Single-piston
Diameter (mm)260260
Frame typeMild steel, tubular frame; circular sections; cast junctionsMild steel, tubular frame; circular sections; cast junctions
Front tyre130/90-B16100/90-B19
Rear tyre150/80-B16150/80-B16
SeatTwo-up seat is standard with 26.5 inch laden seat heightSportster® Classic solo seat
WheelsChrome, 5-Spoke Cast AluminumBlack, Laced Steel wheels with chrome spokes and black hubs
Front wheel travel (mm)10592
Rear wheel travel (mm)5441
Trail (mm)107117
Rake (fork angle) (degree)29.930.5
Other
StarterElectric-
Color options
  • big blue pearl
  • brilliant silver pearl
  • two-tone ember red sunglo/merlot sunglo
  • vivid black
  • black denim
  • midnight pearl/brilliant silver pearl
  • midnight pearl/cool blue pearl
  • vivid black
Light-55-watt low beam, 60-watt high beam
InstrumentsHandlebar-mounted electronic speedometer with odometer, time-of-day clock on odometer, dual tripmeter, low fuel warning light, low oil pressure lightHandlebar-mounted electronic speedometer with odometer, time-of-day clock on odometer, dual tripmeter, low fuel warning light, low oil pressure light
Electrical Voltage (V)1212
Dimensions
Wheelbase (mm)1,5211,519
Kerb weight (kg)264254.9
Dry weight (kg)250247
Overall length (mm)2,2202,179
Seat height (mm)676653
Ground clearance (mm)11299
Performance
Fuel capacity (l)17.0312.49
Oil capacity (l)2.62.6



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