2012 Harley-Davidson Motorcycle
In an effort to attract younger motorcyclists, Harely-Davidson expanded its Dark Custom line in 2010, offering the Sportster Forty-Eight.
The Sportster Forty-Eight (48) featured a fuel-injected 1200cc Evo powerplant, slammed suspension (think 26-inch seat height), a classic peanut tank, a solo seat and of course those fat, balloon tires, a 130mm up front, with a 150mm out back.
And for 2012, Harley continues offering the Forty-Eight; new for 2012 are Michelin Scorcher “31” tires, black-side covers and paint options/graphics.
Following are the highlights, specs, color options and MSRP for the 2012 Harley-Davidson Sportster Forty-Eight.
2012 Harley-Davidson Sportster Forty-Eight Highlights:
- NEW Black side covers to match bodywork finish
- NEW Michelin Scorcher “31” front and rear tires
- NEW Paint color options and graphics
- Blacked out rubber-mounted Evolution 1200 cc V-Twin engine with polished covers and ESPFI
- 5-speed Transmission
- Muscular bulldog front stance and slammed rear suspension
- Classic 2.1-gallon peanut fuel tank with lightening hole mounting bracket
- 16-inch Black, laced steel wheels
- Chopped front fender mounted on fork brace with lightening holes
- Chopped rear fender
- Tall and fat 130 mm Dunlop MT90 front tire
- Blacked-out components including air cleaner cover, clutch and brake levers and turn signals
- One-piece, Sportster classic solo seat
- 26-inch seat height
- Low profile custom handlebar
- Under-mounted mirrors
- Side-mounted license plate
- Combination stop/turn/tail lights
- Chrome, shorty dual exhaust with slash-cut mufflers
- Forward foot controls
- Optional Harley-Davidson Smart Security
- System with hands-free security fob
2012 Harley-Davidson Sportster Forty-Eight Specs:
Engine
- Air-cooled, Evolution
- Displacement (in./cc): 73.3/1200
- Fuel System: Electronic Sequential Port Fuel Injection (ESPFI)
- Transmission: 5-speed
- Miles Per Gallon: 48 MPG combined City/Hwy
- Fuel Capacity (U.S. gals/liters): 2.1/7.9
- Power: 79 ft. lbs. torque @ 4000 rpm
Dimensions:
- Length (in./mm): 88.6/2250
- Seat Height (laden) (in./mm): 26/660
- Wheelbase (in./mm): 59.8/1519
Tires:
- Michelin Scorcher “31” front and rear
- Front: 130/90B16 73H
- Rear: 150/80B16 77H
Wheels:
- Front: Black Laced Steel 16 in. x 3 in. (406.4 mm x 76.2 mm)
- Rear: Black Laced Steel 16 in. x 3 in. (406.4 mm x 76.2 mm)
Weight as Shipped (lbs./kg):
- 545/247.2
2012 Harley-Davidson Sportster Forty-Eight Color Options/MSRP:
- Vivid Black / $10,499
- Big Blue Pearl / $10,789
- Chrome Yellow / $10,789
- H-D Orange / $10,789