Harley-Davidson Sportster XL 1200T SuperLow (XL1200T) — Cruiser
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Sportster XL 1200T SuperLow (XL1200T)

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The Machine's Character

The SuperLow 1200T is the Sportster set up for the road rather than the stoplight. It runs the 1202 cc air-cooled 45-degree V-twin making 67 hp and 71 lb-ft, fed through a five-speed box and a belt, all of it wrapped in the long, low stance the badge is known for. What separates this version is that the touring work was done at the factory: an adjustable windscreen, lockable bags, forward-set miniboards, a pulled-back bar, and a seat sitting 26.1 in off the ground. It is a light touring cruiser built for riders who never fit the full-size machines.

It works best at a steady pace on decent surfaces, where the torque peak at 3,500 rpm means you barely touch the gearbox and the 59.1 in wheelbase keeps everything calm. It ages honestly. The engine and belt drive are simple enough to stay dependable, and there is no fragile electronics package waiting to go dark on you. Buy it if you are a shorter rider who wants genuine weekend range with Harley presence and a parts catalog deep enough to make the bike your own. The caveat is plain: suspension travel is short, and rough pavement is what ends your riding day, not the fuel gauge.

Hard Numbers

Spec sheets don't ride bikes, but they set the baseline.

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Key specifications
Power 67 hp (50 kW) @ 6,000 rpm
Torque 71 lb-ft (96 Nm) @ 3,500 rpm
Displacement 1202 cc
Engine 45° V-twinMotorcycles With V-Twin Engines →
Cooling Air-cooled
Gearbox 5-speed
Final drive BeltMotorcycles With Belt Drive →
Fork Telescopic
Front tire 120/70-18
Rear tire 150/70-17
Wheelbase 59.1 in (1501 mm)
Seat height 26.1 in (663 mm)
Wet weight 602 lb (273 kg)
Fuel capacity 4.5 gal (17 L)
Fuel economy 48 mpg (US)

Equipment check

Chassis

  • Manually Adjustable Rear Suspension Standard

Comfort

  • Luggage System Standard

Connectivity

  • Keyless System Optional

Safety

  • ABS Optional
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