MODEL HIGHLIGHTS

The latest model offers new paint color options, including Hard Candy Custom™ color. Key features of this motorcycle include:

  • Front and rear brakes featuring a large front rotor, rigid front and rear calipers with large pistons, and braided stainless steel brake lines
  • Optional ABS (Anti-lock Braking System) for enhanced control
  • A trip switch function allowing the odometer to display both gear indicator and RPM
  • Optional keyless H-D® Factory Security System with a proximity-based, hands-free security fob
  • Integrated electrical system, including updated hand controls, speedometer, wire harness, oil tank, and side covers
  • Black side covers to match the bodywork finish
  • Michelin® Scorcher® “31” tires for both front and rear
  • Blacked-out, rubber-mounted Evolution® 1200 cc V-Twin engine with polished covers
  • Muscular bulldog front stance paired with a slammed rear suspension
  • Classic 2.1-gallon peanut fuel tank with a lightening hole mounting bracket
  • 16-inch Black, Steel Laced wheels
  • Chopped front fender mounted on fork brace with lightening holes
  • Chopped rear fender for a classic look
  • 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 with a 26-inch seat height
  • Low-profile custom handlebar with under-mounted mirrors
  • Side-mounted license plate and combination stop/turn/tail lights

KEY FEATURES

The Forty-Eight® motorcycle exudes urban style with its bold design elements, from the fat, balloon tires to the steel peanut tank and solo seat. Custom touches give this bike its distinct, rugged appearance:

  • A slammed speedometer, under-bar-mounted mirrors, and 26-inch seat height for a low profile
  • Evolution V-Twin powertrain with Electronic Sequential Port Fuel Injection (ESPFI)
  • Rubber-mounted powertrain to minimize vibration
  • 5-speed Transmission
  • Chrome, shorty dual exhaust with slash-cut mufflers
  • Forward-mounted foot controls for rider comfort

COLOR OPTIONS

Solids

  • Vivid Black
  • Amber Whiskey
  • Charcoal Pearl

Hard Candy Custom

  • Hard Candy Cancun Blue Flake
  • Hard Candy Big Red Flake

U.S. MSRP

  • Vivid Black: $10,749
  • Solids: $11,099
  • Hard Candy Custom: $11,199

Technical Data / Specifications

DIMENSIONS
Length 88.8 in. (2255 mm)
Overall Width 32.3 in. (820 mm)
Overall Height 41.9 in. (1065 mm)
Seat Height Laden: 26 in. (660 mm); Unladen: 28 in. (710 mm)
Ground Clearance 3.9 in. (100 mm)
Rake (steering head) 30°
Fork Angle 30°
Trail 4.2 in. (107 mm)
Wheelbase 59.8 in. (1520 mm)
Tires Front – Scorcher® “31” 130/90B16 73H; Rear – Scorcher® “31” 150/80B16 77H
Fuel Capacity 2.1 gal. (7.9 L), warning light at approx. 0.65 gal.
Oil Capacity 2.8 qts. (2.6 L)
Transmission Capacity 1 qt. (.95 L)
Weight As Shipped: 540 lbs. (245 kg); In Running Order: 562 lbs. (255 kg); GVWR: 1000 lbs. (454 kg)
Axle Weight Rating Front: 335 lbs. (152 kg); Rear: 665 lbs. (302 kg)
ENGINE
Engine Air-cooled, Evolution®
Valves Pushrod-operated, overhead valves, hydraulic, self-adjusting; 2 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 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 Black Steel Laced – Front: 16 in. x 3 in. (406 mm x 76 mm); Rear: 16 in. x 3 in. (406 mm x 76 mm)
Brakes 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. (260.1 mm x 7.1 mm)
ABS Optional
Suspension Travel Front Wheel: 3.6 in. (92 mm); Rear Wheel: 1.6 in. (41 mm)
PERFORMANCE
Engine Torque North America: 70.8 ft. lbs. @ 3500 RPM (96 Nm @ 3500 RPM)
Lean Angle Right: 27.8°, Left: 26.1°
Fuel Economy EPA urban/highway: 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: 55W low beam, 60W 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)
Service Interval First 1000 miles (1600 km), every 5000 miles (8000 km) thereafter

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