2011 Harley-Davidson XL SPORTSTER FORTY-EIGHT

Overview

The all-new Forty-Eight™ is an urban brawler that drips attitude from every element; from the fat, balloon tires to the all-steel peanut tank to the solo seat. Custom touches define this bulldog of a bike. A slammed speedometer, under bar mounted mirrors and 26-inch seat height offer a low profile, while the peanut tank and big 16-inch wheels combine for a menacing look that could only come from Harley-Davidson.

The all-new Forty-Eight™ is a powerful urban machine with a bold attitude. Its design is tough and distinctive, featuring fat balloon tires, an all-steel peanut tank, and a classic solo seat.

Key Features:

  • New paint color schemes
  • New front forks and wide triple clamps
  • Blacked-out rubber-mounted 1200cc Evolution® 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 unique lightening hole mounting bracket
  • 16-inch black, laced steel wheels
  • Chopped front fender mounted on a fork brace with lightening holes
  • Chopped rear fender
  • Tall and wide 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
  • Low seat height of 26 inches
  • Low profile custom handlebar
  • Under-mounted mirrors
  • Side-mounted license plate
  • Combination stop/turn/tail lights

This bike combines custom touches for a menacing look only Harley-Davidson could deliver. A slammed speedometer, under-bar mounted mirrors, and the low 26-inch seat height offer a sleek profile. The peanut tank and large 16-inch wheels add to its bold, aggressive style.

Engine & Powertrain:

  • Evolution® V-Twin engine with Electronic Sequential Port Fuel Injection (ESPFI)
  • Rubber-mounted powertrain to reduce vibration
  • 5-speed transmission
  • Chrome, shorty dual exhaust with slash-cut mufflers
  • Forward foot controls
  • Optional Harley-Davidson® Smart Security System

U.S. MSRP:

  • Vivid Black: $10,499
  • Solids: $10,789

Technical Data

Dimensions
Length 88.6 in. (2250 mm)
Overall Width 32.7 in. (831 mm)
Overall Height 42.0 in. (1067 mm)
Seat Height (Laden) 26.0 in. (660 mm)
Seat Height (Unladen) 26.8 in. (681 mm)
Ground Clearance 3.9 in. (99 mm)
Rake (steering head) 30°
Fork Angle 30°
Trail 4.2 in. (107 mm)
Wheelbase 59.8 in. (1519 mm)
Tires
Front (Dunlop D402) MT90B16 72H
Rear (Dunlop D401) 150/80B16 71H
capacity
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 1.0 qts.
Weight
As Shipped 545 lbs. (247.2 kg)
In Running Order 567 lbs. (257.2 kg)
Gross Vehicle Weight 1000 lbs. (453.6 kg)
Front Axle Weight Rating 335 lbs. (152.0 kg)
Rear Axle Weight Rating 665 lbs. (301.6 kg)
Engine
Type Air-cooled, Evolution®
Valves Pushrod-operated, overhead valves, hydraulic, self-adjusting lifters, 2 per cylinder
Bore x Stroke 3.5 in. x 3.812 in. (88.9 mm x 96.8 mm)
Displacement 73.3 cu. in. (1200 cc)
Compression Ratio 9.7:1
Fuel System Electronic Sequential Port Fuel Injection (ESPFI)
Air Cleaner Paper cartridge type
Lubrication System Dry-sump
Drivetrain
Primary Drive Chain, 57/38 ratio
Final Drive Belt, 68/29 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
Front 16 in. x 3 in. (406 mm x 76 mm)
Rear 16 in. x 3 in. (406 mm x 76 mm)
Brakes
Caliper Type Dual-piston front, single-piston rear
Rotor Type Patented, uniform expansion rotors
Front Rotor Size 11.5 in. x .2 in. (292 mm x 5 mm)
Rear Rotor Size 10.24 in. x .28 in. (260 mm x 7 mm)
Suspension Travel Front: 3.62 in. (92 mm), Rear: 1.63 in. (41 mm)
Performance
Engine Torque (SAE J1349) 79 ft. lbs. @ 4000 RPM (107 Nm @ 4000 RPM)
Lean Angle Right: 27.8°, Left: 26.1°
Fuel Economy (EPA) 42/57 mpg (5.60/4.13 L/100 km)
Electric
Battery Sealed, maintenance-free, 12V, 12-amp/hour, 200 cca
Charging System 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, 60W high beam), Tail/Stop (8W/28W), Turn (28W self-canceling)
Warranty 24 months (unlimited mileage)
Service Interval First 1,000 miles (1,600 km), every 5,000 miles (8,000 km) thereafter

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