Across 4 covered model years from 2006 to 2011, the Harley-Davidson XL 1200L Sportster 1200 Low motorcycle has supplied wet/running weights ranging from 575 lb (260.8 kg) to 580.9 lb (263.5 kg) and dry weights ranging from 553.4 lb (251 kg) to 557.1 lb (252.7 kg), depending on model year.
Harley-Davidson XL 1200L Sportster 1200 Low weight overview
At this weight, footing and parking technique matter. Once moving, geometry and balance can disguise the mass, but you still have to manage the full weight at walking speed.
Heavy Motorcycle
How heavy is the Harley-Davidson XL 1200L Sportster 1200 Low?
wet weight
Using a model-level wet weight comparison, the Harley-Davidson XL 1200L Sportster 1200 Low is lighter than about 78.9% of 168 Harley-Davidson custom/cruiser motorcycles with compatible weight data.
Dry vs ready-to-ride weight
Bike + rider total weight
These totals use the model’s representative wet weight. They exclude riding gear, luggage and a passenger.
Harley-Davidson XL 1200L Sportster 1200 Low weight & related specs
| Model years covered | 2006, 2009, 2010, 2011 |
|---|---|
| Wet / running weight | 575 lb (260.8 kg) to 580.9 lb (263.5 kg) |
| Dry weight | 553.4 lb (251 kg) to 557.1 lb (252.7 kg) |
| Engine displacement | 1,199.6 cc to 1,202 cc |
| Torque | 72.3 lb-ft (98 Nm) to 79 lb-ft (107.1 Nm) |
| Fuel capacity | 3.3 US gal (12.5 L) to 4.5 US gal (17.03 L) |
| Full-tank fuel weight (estimated) | 20.5 lb (9.3 kg) to 28 lb (12.7 kg) |
Weight changes by model year
The 2006 model is used as the baseline where data is available. Only later supplied values that differ are shown below. A year pill does not mean every individual weight field was supplied for that year.
Useful weight calculations
| Torque per 100 lb | 13.06 lb-ft / 100 lb to 13.74 lb-ft / 100 lb |
|---|---|
| Displacement per pound | 2.07 cc / lb to 2.17 cc / lb |
| Weight per 100 cc | 46 lb / 100 cc to 48.4 lb / 100 cc |
| Fuel weight as % of bike weight | 3.7% to 5% |
| Weight with full tank | 573.9 lb (260.3 kg) to 585.1 lb (265.4 kg) |
What the weight numbers tell you
Harley-Davidson XL 1200L Sportster 1200 Low weight FAQ
What is the Harley-Davidson XL 1200L Sportster 1200 Low dry and wet weight?
Across the covered 2006, 2009, 2010, 2011 years, listed wet/running weight is 575 lb (260.8 kg) to 580.9 lb (263.5 kg) and listed dry weight is 553.4 lb (251 kg) to 557.1 lb (252.7 kg). Check the year-change section because the exact figure can vary by model year.
Is the Harley-Davidson XL 1200L Sportster 1200 Low lighter or heavier than other Harley-Davidson custom/cruiser motorcycles?
It is comparatively light for this Harley-Davidson category. The model lands near the 21st percentile for weight in the compatible dataset.
Which Harley-Davidson XL 1200L Sportster 1200 Low years have different weight specs?
The supplied data shows different weight figures across the 2006, 2009, 2010, 2011 model years. Use the year-specific changes section above for the exact value attached to each changed year.
How much does a full tank add to the Harley-Davidson XL 1200L Sportster 1200 Low?
Based on the supplied 3.3 US gal (12.5 L) to 4.5 US gal (17.03 L) tank capacity, the gasoline itself weighs about 20.5 lb (9.3 kg) to 28 lb (12.7 kg) when full. This helps explain part of the difference between dry and ready-to-ride mass.
What is the combined Harley-Davidson XL 1200L Sportster 1200 Low and rider weight?
Using the model’s representative wet/running weight and a 180 lb rider, the combined bike-and-rider mass is about 757.9 lb (343.8 kg) before riding gear, luggage or a passenger.
What does the Harley-Davidson XL 1200L Sportster 1200 Low weigh with a full tank?
Based on the available dry-weight and tank-capacity data, a full-tank estimate is 573.9 lb (260.3 kg) to 585.1 lb (265.4 kg). Oil, coolant and market-specific equipment can still make actual ready-to-ride weight different.
How much torque does the Harley-Davidson XL 1200L Sportster 1200 Low have per 100 lb?
Where compatible torque and weight figures are available, the model works out to 13.06 lb-ft per 100 lb to 13.74 lb-ft per 100 lb. This gives more context than torque alone because it relates engine twist to the mass it has to move.
What is the Harley-Davidson XL 1200L Sportster 1200 Low displacement per pound?
The available figures work out to 2.07 cc per lb to 2.17 cc per lb. This is not a performance rating, but it is a useful way to compare engine size against total motorcycle mass.
How much does Harley-Davidson XL 1200L Sportster 1200 Low weight vary by year?
Among years with usable comparable figures, 2009-2010 is the lightest at 553.4 lb (251 kg), while 2011 is the heaviest at 580.9 lb (263.5 kg).
Motorcycle specifications can vary by model year, market, equipment and the exact dry/curb-weight definition. Calculated fuel-weight and ratio figures on this page are estimates derived from the supplied specifications. Confirm critical figures in the owner’s manual or on the official Harley-Davidson website.