Harley-Davidson Sportster S Announced For India

Harley-Davidson India has announced its latest addition to the Harley-Davidson range of bikes to be offered on sale in India. The new addition is the all-new Harley-Davidson Sportster S, which will be the latest generation model in the American motorcycle brand's popular Sportster line-up. The new Harley-Davidson Sportster S is built around the new Revolution Max 1250 engine, shared with the Harley-Davidson Pan America 1250, but on the Sportster S, it's tuned for more torque lower in the rev range, and makes less horsepower.

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Harley-Davidson Sportster S retains the original ethos of the Sportster range, with stripped-back styling

Equipped with the all-new Revolution™ Max 1250 T engine, this freedom machine is the latest addition to the H-D family.

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The bike was originally unveiled as the Harley-Davidson 1250 Custom, and looks stocky and muscular, with fat tyres that complete the buffed-up look. The short front mudguard is reminiscent of a classic bobber, while the tail section, with the high-mounted exhaust, as well as solo seat are a nod to Harley-Davidson's XR750 flat tracker. A round, 4-inch TFT screen displays all instrumentation and supports Bluetooth-enabled infotainment. All-LED lighting includes a Daymaker Signature LED headlamp, a similar front headlight from the Harley-Davidson Fat Bob.

The 1,252 cc v-twin puts out 121 bhp, (instead of the 150 odd bhp on the Pan America 1250), but peak torque has been moved down the rev range, with 127 Nm hitting at 6,000 rpm. The redline is quite high too, at 9,500 rpm, and with variable valve timing on

The big change in the new Sportster S is the new liquid-cooled Revolution Max 1250 engine. The new engine, with a lightweight chassis and premium suspension defines the new Sportster S. The 1,252 cc v-twin puts out 121 bhp, (instead of the 150 odd bhp on the Pan America 1250), but peak torque has been moved down the rev range, with 127 Nm hitting at 6,000 rpm. The redline is quite high too, at 9,500 rpm, and with variable valve timing on both the intake and exhaust ports, the Revolution Max 1250 promises sporty performance across the rev range.

Suspension comes from Showa, featuring 43 mm inverted forks and a piggyback reservoir rear shock with remote preload adjustment. But suspension travel is limited, with just 91 mm on the front, and a measly 50 mm travel on the rear monoshock.

Suspension comes from Showa, featuring 43 mm inverted forks and a piggyback reservoir rear shock with remote preload adjustment. But suspension travel is limited, with just 91 mm on the front, and a measly 50 mm travel on the rear monoshock. Kerb weight is claimed at 228 kg, and with a fuel tank of just over 11 litres capacity, range will be limited. The H-D Sportster S is expected to be available later this year in India, or early next year, and is expected to be priced at around Rs. 15-16 lakh (Ex-showroom).