The Harley-Davidson Captain America Chopper motorcycle specifications include a 1,200 cc (73.22 cu in) engine, power of 60 hp (43.8 kW) @ 6,000 rpm, and a listed weight of 272.2 kg (600 lb).
Key specifications
How the Harley-Davidson Captain America Chopper compares
This compares the motorcycle with all Harley-Davidson models in this specifications database. The blue marker is this model and the grey line is the Harley-Davidson database average.
About 6% lower than the Harley-Davidson database average. Around the 51st percentile across Harley-Davidson models.
About 6% lower than the Harley-Davidson database average. Around the 32nd percentile across Harley-Davidson models.
Harley-Davidson database percentile rankings
Percentiles show where this motorcycle sits across the Harley-Davidson specifications database. They are descriptive database rankings, not performance ratings.
60 hp — more powerful than about 51% of Harley-Davidson models with power data.
1,200 cc — larger displacement than about 32% of Harley-Davidson models.
Mechanical overview
Additional useful specifications
| Power-to-weight ratio | 0.220 hp/kg |
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| Power-to-weight | 220.4 hp/tonne |
| Specific power | 50.0 hp/L |
| Bore/stroke ratio | 0.85:1 (Undersquare) |
Model information
| Year released | 1969 |
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| Category | Custom / cruiser |
Engine specifications
| Engine type | V2, four-stroke |
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| Displacement | 1,200 cc (73.22 cu in) |
| Power | 60 hp (43.8 kW) @ 6,000 rpm |
| Bore × stroke | 86.4 x 101.6 mm (3.4 x 4.0 inches) |
| Cooling system | Air |
| Fuel system | Carburettor. Linkert |
| Fuel control | Overhead Valves (OHV) |
| Ignition | Battery/ coil |
Transmission and drivetrain
| Clutch | Four speed |
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Chassis and suspension
| Front suspension | Telescopic fork extended |
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| Rear suspension | Rigid |
Brakes, wheels and tires
| Rear brakes | Expanding brake (drum brake). Expanding shoe |
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Dimensions and weight
| Dry weight | 272.2 kg (600 lb) |
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Performance
| Top speed | 144.8 km/h (90.0 mph) |
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| Power/weight ratio | 0.2205 hp/kg |
Disclaimer: Specifications may vary by market, trim, production date and optional equipment, and scraped or historical data can contain errors. Comparison and percentile values are calculated from Harley-Davidson models in this specifications database. Always double-check important specifications against the motorcycle owner’s/service manual and official Harley-Davidson information before relying on them. Visit the official Harley-Davidson website.