HARLEY DAVIDSON XL SPORTSTER 1959

Image of the Harley davidson xl sportster motorcycle of the year 1959

The motorcycle Harley davidson xl sportster of 1959 was launched by the company Harley Davidson and corresponds to the series of Harley davidson xl sportster that comprises motorcycles of different displacements.

This bike belongs to the category of sporty and the first model of the Harley davidson xl sportster generation began to be sold in the year 1957, that's why we refer to a a motorcycle generation that already has 65 years.

Abbreviating the specifications, it has an engine displacement of 53.88 ci and a total power of 42.00 hp (30.7 kw) @ 5500 rpm with an v-twin 4-stroke engine.

Here you have access to the details and data sheet of this fantastic motorcycle.

TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS HARLEY DAVIDSON XL SPORTSTER 1959

GENERAL SPECIFICATIONS
MakeHarley Davidson
ModelHarley davidson xl sportster 1959
Year1959
CategorySporty
ENGINE AND TRANSMISSION
Displacement53.88 ci (883.00 cc)
Engine typeV-Twin 4-stroke engine
Engine details-
Power42.00 hp (30.7 kw) @ 5500 rpm
Torque-
Bore x stroke2.9 x 3.8 inches (72.8 x 96.8 mm)
IntakeLinkert carburetor inlet
Fuel controlOverhead valve timing system (OHV)
Transmission4-speed
Final driveChain transmission
SPEED AND ACCELERATION
Maximum speed100.7 mph (162.0 km/h)
Acceleration 0 to 100 km/h-
CHASSIS, SUSPENSION AND WHEELS
Fork diameter-
Front tire3.50-18
Rear tire3.50-18
Front brakesDrum brake
Rear brakesRear drum brake

RATING AND SCORING

These are the ratings users have sent about the motorcycle:

Engine
Engine response, feel, acceleration and power.
90
Driving
Overall driving experience, for both short and long hauls
78
Brakes
Brake feel, ABS response, and emergency braking response
93
Instrumentation
Amount of information we have, different driving modes and connectivity
96
Comfort and convenience
Seat comfort, driving position and control ergonomics
100
Appearance and styling
Overall design and appearance of the bike compared to similar models.
97

QUESTIONS AND DOUBTS ABOUT HARLEY DAVIDSON XL SPORTSTER 1959

📅 When was the first model of this motorcycle manufactured?

The first model of this motorcycle was produced in 1957.

🏇 How much power does this motorcycle have?

The Harley davidson xl sportster has a power of 42.00 hp (30.7 kw) @ 5500 rpm.

🕛 What is the maximum speed of this motorcycle?

The HARLEY DAVIDSON XL SPORTSTER has a top speed of 100.7 mph.

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