Sportster

The Sportster is a line of motorcycles produced continuously since 1957 by the Harley-Davidson motor company. Sportster models are designated in Harley-Davidson's product code by beginning with "XL". In 1952, the predecessors to the Sportster, the Model K Sport and Sport Solo motorcycles, were introduced. These models K, KH, and KHK of 1952-1956 are not always considered to be Sportsters, but are definitely the precursors and inspiration for the line.

Sportster motorcycles are powered by true 45 degree V-twin engines, that is, both cylinders share a common crank pin.

Sportsters have transmissions linked to the engine with a chain primary drive and a wet multi-plate hydraulic clutch. 1991 and newer models have five speeds; 1990 and earlier models had four speeds.

The Sportster's motor and transmission share the same casing, which until 2004 was also used as a stressed member of the frame. Sportsters released in 2004 and later use a separate frame with a rubber-mounted engine, which greatly reduces vibration felt by the rider.

XL Sportster 86-03

Python³

DG Hard Krome

Samson

Vance and Hines

SPORTSTER 1986 - 2003 (not for customs)

SPORTSTER CUSTOMS 1999 - 2003

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