XR 1200 is the first Harley-Davidson® motorcycle which has been designed
specifically for European customers. Harley-Davidson’s European Product Planning
Team was involved from the beginning of the XR 1200 project, resulting in a
motorcycle which is built for the twists and turns of European roads, and one that
represents the company’s commitment to the needs and desires of customers in the
European market.
The bike’s original inspiration draws from the success of the XR750 racing bike,
which has been dominant in the American Flat Track racing scene since its launch in
1970. However, the XR 1200’s handling and performance characteristics are
definitely street based. European expert riders and European roads played a crucial
role in the ride and handling development of the bike. French former Endurance
champion and GP racer Adrien Morillas participated in the development, as well as
Flat Track aces Scott Parker and Rich King.
Key features & technical highlights:
Styling and Ergonomics
Styling and livery inspired by the legendary Harley-Davidson XR750 flat track
racer
Wide, black handlebars for dirt track looks and superb control
Semi-rearset footrests for excellent cornering clearance
Seat height 742mm (laden with 81.7kg rider weight)
Ergonomics designed around average height European male rider
Standard pillion seat and passenger footrests
Powertrain, Intake and Exhaust
Isolation-mounted high torque 1202cc EvolutionTM V-Twin engine finished in
silver powdercoat
Downdraft Electronic Sequential Port Fuel Injection (ESPFI) and
electronically controlled active intake system
Upswept, high-volume 2-1-2 straight shot exhaust system finished in satin
chrome
Precision oil-cooled cylinder heads
Wheels, Brakes and Tyres
Unique, lightweight cast wheels with a Flat Track inspired 3-spoke design,
finished in black
Powerful Nissin® dual front brakes with 4 piston callipers and 292mm
patented uniform expansion rotors
Dunlop® Qualifier D209 tyres developed specifically for the XR 1200 (front
120/70ZR18; rear 180/55ZR17)
Sport-tuned Showa® suspension featuring 43mm inverted front forks and
pre-load adjustable class="table table-borderless" twin rear shock absorbers
Additional Features
Unique compact instruments with prominent white faced tachometer, digital
speedometer, dual trip meter and clock
Aircraft style aluminium alloy fuel filler
Harley-Davidson® hands free Smart Security System
Hazard warning lights operated by turn signal controls