 |
|
|||||||||||||
|
||||||||||||||
From Classic to Custom, seven great Sportsters for 2008
Harley-Davidson Press Release - Aug 21, 2007
|
 |
For 2008, Harley-Davidson offers its most diverse line of Sportster models in the 51-year history of legendary XL platform. From the minimalist, retro-chic styling of the XL 1200N Nightster to the affordable performance of the XL 883 Sportster 883 and the glamorous power of the XL 1200C Sportster 1200 Custom, there's a model to match the desires of any rider.
As the original American hot-rod motorcycle, the 1957 Sportster brought raw-boned aggression from the flat track to the street with an irresistible combination of power and agility. Over more than a half-century, the Sportster has evolved technologically while staying true to its roots, offering riders no-nonsense V-Twin performance and nimble handling in a motorcycle that's always a cool, fun ride.
All Sportster models are powered by the Electronic Sequential Port Fuel Injection (ESPFI) XL Evolution V-Twin powertrain, rubber-mounted in the frame to reduce vibration and tuned to deliver a broad powerband for outstanding street performance. The transmission and engine share a common die-cast case. Final drive is via a clean, quiet and durable belt reinforced with carbon fiber. The Harley-Davidson Smart Security System is an available option on all Sportster models.
New on Sportster for 2008
- New Graphics: New tank graphics are featured on the XL 883, XL 883 Low, XL 883C Custom, XL 1200R Roadster and XL 1200C Custom.
- 105th Anniversary Edition: A limited-edition, serialized XL 1200C Custom 105th Anniversary Edition and XL 1200L Low 105th Anniversary Edition will be available in 2008 (see separate release for details on the 105th Anniversary package).
XL 1200N Nightster
Stripped down and gritty, the Nightster reinterprets the Sportster legend with rugged, retro-rod styling. A solo seat and lowered suspension puts the rider just 25.3 inches above the pavement. Clipped front and rear fenders expose chunky tires. Wheel rims and hubs, forks and handlebars, hand and foot controls are finished in basic black. Fork gaiters and a bullet-hole belt guard come from the old-school book of style. Combination rear turn indicators/tail/stop lights and a side-mount license plate clean up the rear fender. The classic 3.3-gallon fuel tank is topped with a simple silver-satin cap. Muscular 1200 Evolution engine barks through new slash-cut chrome Staggered mufflers.
Stripped down and gritty, the Nightster reinterprets the Sportster legend with rugged, retro-rod styling. A solo seat and lowered suspension puts the rider just 25.3 inches above the pavement. Clipped front and rear fenders expose chunky tires. Wheel rims and hubs, forks and handlebars, hand and foot controls are finished in basic black. Fork gaiters and a bullet-hole belt guard come from the old-school book of style. Combination rear turn indicators/tail/stop lights and a side-mount license plate clean up the rear fender. The classic 3.3-gallon fuel tank is topped with a simple silver-satin cap. Muscular 1200 Evolution engine barks through new slash-cut chrome Staggered mufflers.
XL 1200N Nightster features:
- Rubber-mounted XL Evolution 1200cc engine
- Medium Gray powder-coated engine with polished covers
- Black laced steel wheels, 19-inch front / 16-inch rear
- Black low-rise handlebar
- Sportster Classic solo seat
- Chrome Slash Cut Staggered Shorty Dual exhaust
- Black mid-mount foot controls
- Lowest-Profile rear shocks
- Lowest-Profile front forks
- Classic 3.3-gallon fuel tank
- Black front forks with gaiters
- Bullet hole belt guard and front fender supports
- Side-mount license plate holder
- Combination rear brake/tail/turn lights
- Lowered front and rear suspension
- Optional Smart Security System
XL 883 Sportster 883
This most-affordable Harley-Davidson model offers the distinctive sound and performance of American V-Twin power in a package that's narrow and easy to handle. From the classic "peanut" fuel tank to the chrome Staggered Shorty Dual exhaust, the XL 883 maintains Sportster tradition.
This most-affordable Harley-Davidson model offers the distinctive sound and performance of American V-Twin power in a package that's narrow and easy to handle. From the classic "peanut" fuel tank to the chrome Staggered Shorty Dual exhaust, the XL 883 maintains Sportster tradition.
XL 883 Sportster 883 features:
- Rubber-mounted XL Evolution 883cc engine
- Silver powder-coated engine with polished treatment
- NEW tank graphics
- Silver 13-Spoke Cast Aluminum wheels, 19-inch front / 16-inch rear
- Low-rise handlebar
- Sportster Classic solo seat
- Chrome Staggered Shorty Dual exhaust
- Mid-mount foot controls
- Classic 3.3-gallon fuel tank
- Optional Smart Security System
XL 883L Sportster 883 Low
The 883 Low features a seat height of just 25.3 inches and an ergonomic package that offers precise handling for smaller riders, or anyone who enjoys a narrow and agile motorcycle with classic Sportster style and Evolution V-Twin performance.
The 883 Low features a seat height of just 25.3 inches and an ergonomic package that offers precise handling for smaller riders, or anyone who enjoys a narrow and agile motorcycle with classic Sportster style and Evolution V-Twin performance.
XL Sportster 883L features:
- Rubber-mounted XL 883cc Evolution engine
- Silver powder-coated engine with polished treatment
- Lowered front and rear suspension
- NEW tank graphics
- Silver 13-spoke Cast Aluminum wheels, 19-inch front / 16-inch rear
- Wide reduced-reach polished handlebar
- Reduced-reach solo seat
- Chrome Staggered Shorty Dual exhaust
- Mid-mount foot controls
- Lowest-Profile rear shocks
- Lowest-Profile front forks
- Easy Reach sidestand
- Classic 3.3-gallon fuel tank
- Optional Chrome Laced Steel wheels
- Optional Smart Security System
XL 883C Sportster 883 Custom
Forward foot controls and a 21-inch laced front wheel, a 4.5-gallon fuel tank, two-up seat, and pullback handlebar give the 883 Custom laid-back style. It's an affordable custom with authentic American V-Twin performance.
Forward foot controls and a 21-inch laced front wheel, a 4.5-gallon fuel tank, two-up seat, and pullback handlebar give the 883 Custom laid-back style. It's an affordable custom with authentic American V-Twin performance.
XL 883C Sportster 883 Custom features:
- Rubber-mounted XL Evolution 883cc engine
- Silver powder-coated engine and with polished treatment
- NEW tank graphics
- Chrome Laced Steel 21-inch front wheel
- Silver Solid Disc Cast Aluminum 16-inch rear wheel
- Chrome low-rise handlebar on pullback riser
- One-piece, two-up Sportster Classic seat
- Chrome Staggered Shorty Dual exhaust
- Low-Profile rear shocks
- Forward foot controls
- 4.5-gallon fuel tank
- Optional Smart Security System
XL 1200R Sportster 1200 Roadster
Built to rule the road, the 1200 Roadster features triple disc brakes and a high-mount tachometer. Dirt-track handlebar and mid-mount foot controls put the rider in firm control of the 1200cc Evolution V-Twin engine with wrinkle-black details.
Built to rule the road, the 1200 Roadster features triple disc brakes and a high-mount tachometer. Dirt-track handlebar and mid-mount foot controls put the rider in firm control of the 1200cc Evolution V-Twin engine with wrinkle-black details.
XL 1200R Sportster 1200 Roadster features:
- Rubber-mounted XL Evolution 1200cc engine
- Black powder-coated engine and wrinkle-black treatment
- NEW tank graphics
- Black 13-spoke Cast Aluminum wheels, 19-inch front / 16-inch rear
- Dirt Track polished handlebar
- One-piece, two-up Sportster Classic seat
- Chrome Staggered Shorty Dual exhaust
- Mid-mount foot controls
- Triple-disc brakes
- High-mount tachometer
- 4.5-gallon fuel tank
- Optional Smart Security System
XL 1200L Sportster 1200 Low
The 1200 Low offers all of the performance of a fuel-injected 1200cc Evolution V-Twin, with pull-back handlebar and a low 26.3 seat height for comfortable ergonomics and a 4.5-gallon fuel tank for increased range. Black 13-spoke Cast Aluminum 19-inch front wheel is only available on this Sportster model.
The 1200 Low offers all of the performance of a fuel-injected 1200cc Evolution V-Twin, with pull-back handlebar and a low 26.3 seat height for comfortable ergonomics and a 4.5-gallon fuel tank for increased range. Black 13-spoke Cast Aluminum 19-inch front wheel is only available on this Sportster model.
XL 1200L Sportster 1200 Low features:
- Rubber-mounted XL Evolution 1200cc engine
- Black powder-coated engine with chrome treatment
- Black 13-spoke Cast Aluminum wheels, 19-inch front / 16-inch rear
- Wide handlebar on pull-back risers
- One-piece, two-up Sportster Classic seat
- Chrome Staggered Shorty Dual exhaust
- Low-Profile rear shocks
- Low-Profile front forks
- Mid-mount foot controls
- Integrated chrome gauge housing and handlebar clamp
- Black fender strut covers
- 4.5-gallon fuel tank
- Optional Steel Laced wheels
- Optional Smart Security System
XL 1200C Sportster 1200 Custom
Sparkling chrome sets the 1200 Custom apart from other Sportster models. A chrome Laced 21-inch front and chrome Slotted Disc Cast Aluminum rear wheel, chrome engine highlights, chrome handlebar and headlight, and a polished fuel tank console give this model a custom gleam. Forward controls and a pull-back handlebar riser put the rider in a laid-back position that's perfect for cruising.
Sparkling chrome sets the 1200 Custom apart from other Sportster models. A chrome Laced 21-inch front and chrome Slotted Disc Cast Aluminum rear wheel, chrome engine highlights, chrome handlebar and headlight, and a polished fuel tank console give this model a custom gleam. Forward controls and a pull-back handlebar riser put the rider in a laid-back position that's perfect for cruising.
XL 1200C Sportster 1200 Custom features:
- Rubber-mounted XL Evolution 1200cc engine
- Black powder-coated engine with chrome treatment
- NEW tank decoration and cloisonné
- Chrome Laced Steel 21-inch front wheel
- Chrome Slotted Disc Cast Aluminum 16-inch rear wheel
- Wide polished handlebar on chrome pull-back risers
- One-piece, two-up Sportster Classic seat
- Chrome Staggered Shorty Dual exhaust
- Low-Profile rear shocks
- Forward foot controls
- Chrome bullet headlight
- Polished fuel tank console
- 4.5-gallon fuel tank
- Optional Chrome Aluminum Profile Laced wheels
- Optional Smart Security System
Click here for more information.
Comment on this post:
|
TOOLBOX:
|
news & articles categories
 |
News & Articles RSS Feed |
Related Content
Follow Cycle Matters |
|||
 |
 |
 |
 |
Copyright © 2005-2012 Cycle Matters, LLC. All rights reserved.
