Motorcycle specifications Harley-DavidsonXL 1200 V SPORTSTER Seventy-Two 2015 Arms over California

after teleporting us to 1948, would the Sportster 1200 take us to 1972? Absolutely not! Although Harley goes to great lengths to bring nostalgia to its models, the Sportster Seventy-Two doesn't look back to the 60s. Its mini ape-hanger handlebars, chrome debauchery, board seat and advanced controls are inspired by the ambiance of early choppers. The spirit that runs through the metal and chrome is that of California. And 72 is the name of a 25 km-long Los Angeles road, best known for its gatherings of custom culture enthusiasts.

like the vast majority of Sportsters, the 72 offers more safety for the Sportster 48 since 2014: the manufacturer has added its HD Smart safety system, enabling keyless ignition and ABS as standard. A number of changes have been made to the braking system. New calipers bite a larger front disc (300 mm), while the rear disc (260 mm) remains unchanged. The aluminum master cylinder is also new, for less friction and more feel. The Sportster also features a new electrical system, with redesigned controls and a switch on the left to navigate the new speedometer display. The exhaust and oil tank have also evolved.

sparkling, full of panache, the Sportster Seventy-Two is a breath of light in the Harley-Davidson universe. What a look! The front end is light and airy, the stern marries itself to the road, while the engine seems to want to live its debauchery alone. In addition to the ubiquitous metallic highlights, the 72 is not lacking in styling effects, such as its spoked wheels with white edging on the tires, the fuel tank and the front grille.s on the tires, the peanuts tank with its ridiculous capacity, the minimalist mudguards, the very flat solo seat and the handlebars 1.10 meters off the ground.
To move its quarter-ton, the Sportster relies on its 1202 cm3 twin delivering almost 10 mkg of torque. A 30-year-old block that has evolved over the years to give the biker that typical Milwaukee taste.

key features of the Harley-Davidson Seventy-Two

- 1,202 cc Evolution V-Twin air-cooled engine with Sequential Port Electronic Fuel Injection (ESPFI) and maximum torque of 96 Nm at 3,500 rpm.
- Gray-finish transmission with chrome accents.
- 7.9-liter fuel tank.
- Dunlop whitewall tires, 21" front (MH90-21) and 16" rear (150-80B16), with chrome spokes.
- Mini-Ape handlebars mounted on riser.
- Round air filter cover with embossed cover incorporating central mounting screw.
- Truncated rear mudguard featuring rear tire.
- Superimposed dual exhaust with chrome mufflers.
- Black textured vinyl-covered solo seat.
- Handlebar-mounted speedometer with chrome pod.
- Chrome rear fender brackets.
- Chrome-plated concentric rear shocks with preload adjustment.
- Advanced foot controls.
- 2014: ABS as standard, 300 mm front disc, 34 mm pistons (+36%) in the front caliper and 38 mm in the rear caliper, new electrical system.

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