Harley Davidson XLS 1000 Low Rider (1978)

The Harley Davidson XLS 1000 Low Rider was a popular motorcycle model released in 1978. It features a four stroke, 45 degrees V-Twin engine with a capacity of 998cc, offering a maximum power of 57hp at 6000rpm and maximum torque of 55 ft-lb at 4000rpm. The compression ratio stands at 8.8:1 with induction provided by a 38mm Keihin carburetor and transistorized ignition. The bike weighs in at 240kg and has a fuel capacity of 13.5 Litres/3.5 US gal. The XLS 1000 Low Rider also features a single down tube cradle frame, telehydraulic forks at the front, and dual shocks swinging arm fork at the rear. Braking is provided by 2x disc brakes at the front and a single disc brake at the rear, with the front tyre being MJ 90-19 and the rear tyre being MT90-16. Overall, it was a well-liked motorcycle model of its time, offering a powerful engine, comfortable suspension, and reliable braking system.

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Technical specifications:

Make Model: Harley Davidson XLS 1000 Low Rider

Year: 1978

Engine: Four stroke, 45 degrees V-Twin, OHV, 2 valves per cylinder

Capacity: 998 cc / 60.8 cu-in

Bore x Stroke: 81 x 96.8 mm

Cooling System: Air cooled

Compression Ratio: 8.8;1

Induction: 38mm Keihin carburetor

Ignition: Transistorized

Starting: Electric

Max Power: 57 hp / 41.7 kW @ 6000 rpm

Max Torque: 55 ft-lb / 74 Nm @ 4000 rpm

Transmission: 4 Speed

Final Drive: Chain

Frame: Single down tube cradle

Front Suspension: Telehydraulic forks

Rear Suspension: Dual shocks swinging arm fork

Front Brakes: 2x disc

Rear Brakes: Single disc

Front Tyre: MJ 90-19

Rear Tyre: MT90-16

Dry Weight: 240 kg / 530 lbs

Fuel Capacity: 13.5 Litres / 3.5 US gal