Facts & Features

The 2015 Seventy-Two® model brings a range of new paint color options, including Hard Candy Custom™ finishes, and a host of functional and aesthetic upgrades. Key features include:

  • Front and Rear Brakes: Equipped with a large front rotor, rigid front and rear calipers with large pistons, and braided stainless steel brake lines.
  • Optional ABS: An Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) is available as an option.
  • Trip Switch Function: The odometer includes a trip switch function that displays both the gear indicator and rpm.
  • Keyless Security System: An optional H-D® Factory Security System provides a proximity-based, hands-free security fob.
  • Integrated Electrical System: Updated components include new hand controls, speedometer, wire harness, oil tank, and side covers.
  • Powertrain: Finished in Gray powdercoat with chrome covers.
  • Chrome Air Cleaner Cover: An eight-inch round chrome cover adds a classic touch.
  • Fuel Tank: A 2.1-gallon peanut tank is mounted with a lightening hole bracket.
  • Tires: Dunlop® whitewall tires, with a 21-inch (MH90-21) front and a 16-inch (150/80B16) rear.
  • Wheels: Chrome Steel Laced wheels.
  • Handlebar: A stainless steel mini ape-hanger handlebar mounted on a two-inch high riser.
  • Rear Fender: Features a chopped style for a custom look.
  • Seat: One-piece, Sportster® classic solo seat with black textured vinyl cover.
  • License Plate: Side-mounted for a clean rear look.
  • Speedometer: Handlebar-mounted with a chrome cup.
  • Rear Shocks: Chrome, coil-over pre-load adjustable shocks.
  • Foot Controls: Forward-mounted for a comfortable riding position.

Key Features

The Seventy-Two® motorcycle embodies the classic Sportster® aesthetic with its 2.1-gallon fuel tank, narrow whitewall tires, and high mini ape-hanger handlebars, delivering a style reminiscent of 1970s chopper motorcycles and modern garage-built customs. Additional features include:

  • Engine: An air-cooled Evolution® 1200 cc V-Twin engine with Electronic Sequential Port Fuel Injection (ESPFI), delivering a peak torque of 70.8 ft. lbs. at 3500 rpm.
  • Powertrain: Rubber-mounted to reduce vibration.
  • Transmission: 5-speed for versatile performance.
  • Exhaust: Chrome, staggered, shorty dual exhaust with slash-cut mufflers.
  • Brakes: Disc brakes for strong stopping power.

Color Options

The Seventy-Two® offers a variety of vibrant color choices:

  • Solids
  • Hard Candy Custom
    • Deep Jade Pearl
    • Black Quartz
    • Hard Candy Cancun Blue Flake
    • Hard Candy Quicksilver Flake
    • Hard Candy Big Red Flake

U.S. MSRP

  • Solids: $10,849
  • Hard Candy Custom: $11,599

Technical Data / Specifications

DIMENSIONS
Length 89.6 in. (2275 mm)
Overall Width 36.2 in. (920 mm)
Overall Height 47.6 in. (1210 mm)
Seat Height (Laden) 26.6 in. (675 mm)
Seat Height (Unladen) 28 in. (710 mm)
Ground Clearance 4.7 in. (120 mm)
Rake (steering head) 30.1°
Fork Angle 30.1°
Trail 5.3 in. (135 mm)
Wheelbase 60 in. (1525 mm)
Tires (Dunlop® Harley-Davidson® Series, narrow whitewall) Front – D402F: MH90-21 54H
Rear – D401: 150/80B16 71H
Fuel Capacity 2.1 gal. (7.9 L), warning light at approx. 0.65 gal.
Oil Capacity (w/filter) 2.8 qts. (2.6 L)
Transmission Capacity 1 qt. (0.95 L)
Weight As Shipped: 540 lbs. (245 kg)
In Running Order: 562 lbs. (255 kg)
Gross Vehicle Weight Rating: 1000 lbs. (454 kg)
Gross Axle Weight Rating (Front): 335 lbs. (152 kg)
Gross Axle Weight Rating (Rear): 665 lbs. (302 kg)
ENGINE
Engine Type Air-cooled, Evolution®
Valves Pushrod-operated, overhead valves, hydraulic, self-adjusting lifters; two valves per cylinder
Bore x Stroke 3.5 in. x 3.811 in. (88.9 mm x 96.8 mm)
Displacement 73.4 cu. in. (1202 cc)
Compression Ratio 10:1
Fuel System Electronic Sequential Port Fuel Injection (ESPFI)
Air Cleaner Paper cartridge type
Lubrication System Dry-sump
DRIVETRAIN
Primary Drive Chain, 38/57 ratio
Final Drive Belt, 29/68 ratio
Clutch Multi-plate, wet
Transmission 5-speed
Gear Ratios (Overall) 1st: 9.315
2nd: 6.653
3rd: 4.948
4th: 4.102
5th: 3.517
CHASSIS
Frame Mild steel, tubular frame; circular sections; cast junctions
Swingarm Mild steel, rectangular tube section, stamped junctions; MIG welded
Front Forks 39 mm
Rear Shocks Coil-over; preload dual-adjustable
Wheels Chrome Steel Laced
Wheel Sizes Front: 21 in. x 2.15 in. (533 mm x 55 mm)
Rear: 16 in. x 3 in. (406 mm x 76 mm)
Brakes Caliper Type: Dual-piston front, dual-piston rear
Rotor Type: Solid, uniform expansion rotors
Front: 11.8 in. x .2 in. (300 mm x 5 mm)
Rear: 10.24 in. x .28 in. (260 mm x 7.1 mm)
Anti-lock Braking System: Optional
Suspension Travel Front Wheel: 5.69 in. (145 mm)
Rear Wheel: 2.12 in. (54 mm)
PERFORMANCE
Engine Torque (per J1349) 70.8 ft. lbs. @ 3500 RPM (96 Nm @ 3500 RPM)
Lean Angle (per J1168) Right: 28.6°
Left: 29.8°
Fuel Economy (EPA urban/highway test) 48 mpg (4.9 L/100 km)
ELECTRIC
Battery Sealed, maintenance-free, 12V, 12 amp/hour, 200 cca
Charging Single-phase, 30-amp system (357W @ 13.5V, 2000 RPM, 405W max power @ 13.5V)
Starting 1.2 kW electric with solenoid shift starter motor engagement
Lights Headlamp: Quartz Halogen, 55-watt low beam, 60-watt high beam
Turn Signal Lights: 28W self-canceling
Rear Tail/Stop/Turn Signal Lights: 8W/28W per lamp
Indicator Lamps: High beam, neutral, low oil pressure, turn signals, engine diagnostics, low fuel warning, low battery, security system (optional)
WARRANTY
Warranty 24 months (unlimited mileage)
First 1000 miles (1600 km), every 5000 miles (8000 km) thereafter

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