Air-cooled, Evolution®
73 ft-lb
545 lb
26.2 in.
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The 2019 Harley Davidson Forty-Eight has heavy-hitting style with fat tires and iconic peanut tank. Designed with its signature bulldog stance and a powerful 1200cc engine.
An iconic V-Twin engine that is renowned for its massive low-end torque and soul-satisfying sound. Lightweight aluminum heads and cylinders improve air-cooling efficiency, which means reliability that will last for years.
Custom rubber reminiscent of the lead-sled culture. You get a beefy front end with a tall, fat MT90 tire that gives the bike a dominating presence up front and provides a smooth ride and solid handling.
The brawny 49mm front fork is accentuated by massive triple clamps and fork brace. We’ve also added cartridge dampening technology to keep the handling crisp and confident, no matter how rough or winding the road ahead.
Features an Emulsion rear shock with a screw pre-load adjuster that soaks up every bump the street throws your way, and easily adjusts to fit your riding style.
A set of black hardcore rims with added machined highlights to set off the design. They’re built of lightweight cast aluminum, so even with the plentitude of fat black rubber rolling underneath the ride feels light and nimble.
An innovative, high-performing system that gives riders more confidence on the road and more power and predictability when you squeeze the brakes.
A classic peanut fuel tank design that adds to the machine's low, powerful bulldog look, showing off the solid mass of the engine and the rawboned style of the lean Sportster® frame.
Vivid Black$11,299 | Color$11,649 |
Custom Color$11,999 | Two-Tone Custom Color$12,199 |
ABS Option$795 | Security System Option$395 |
California Emissions$100 | Freight$360 |
Length85.2 in. | Seat Height, Laden26.2 in. |
Seat Height, Unladen28 in. | Ground Clearance4.3 in. |
Rake (steering head)30.2 | Trail5.3 in. |
Wheelbase58.9 in. | Tires, Front Specification130/90B16 73H |
Tires, Rear Specification150/80B16 77H | Fuel Capacity2.1 gal. |
Oil Capacity (w/filter)2.8 qt. | Weight, As Shipped545 lb. |
Weight, In Running Order556 lb. | Luggage Capacity - VolumeN/A |
EngineAir-cooled, Evolution® | Bore3.5 in. |
Stroke3.8 in. | Displacement73.4 cu in |
Compression Ratio10:01 | Fuel SystemElectronic Sequential Port Fuel Injection (ESPFI) |
ExhaustBlack, staggered exhaust with slash-cut mufflers |
Primary DriveChain, 38/57 ratio | Gear Ratios (overall) 1st9.315 |
Gear Ratios (overall) 2nd6.653 | Gear Ratios (overall) 3rd4.948 |
Gear Ratios (overall) 4th4.102 | Gear Ratios (overall) 5th3.517 |
Gear Ratios (overall) 6thN/A |
Wheels, Optional Style TypeN/A | Wheels, Front TypeBlack, Split 9-Spoke Cast Aluminum w/ Machined Highlights |
Wheels, Rear TypeBlack, Split 9-Spoke Cast Aluminum w/ Machined Highlights | Brakes, Caliper TypeDual-piston front, Dual-piston rear |
Engine Torque Testing MethodJ1349 | Engine Torque73 ft-lb |
Engine Torque (rpm)3,500 | Lean Angle, Right27.1 |
Lean Angle, Left27.1 | Fuel Economy Testing MethodEstimated City/Hwy |
Fuel Economy48 mpg | CO2 Emissions Testing MethodN/A |
CO2 EmissionsN/A |
Lights (as per country regulation), Indicator LampsHigh beam, neutral, low oil pressure, turn signals, engine diagnostics, low fuel warning, low battery, security system (if equipped), ABS (if equipped) | GaugesHandlebar-mounted electronic speedometer with odometer, time-of-day clock, dual tripmeter, low fuel warning light, low oil pressure light, engine diagnostics readout, LED indicator lights |
* Prices shown are in US dollars and are the manufacturer's suggested retail prices for base models. Dealer prices may vary and exclude tax, title, licensing, registration fees, destination charges, accessories, and any dealer charges.
WARNING: Operating, servicing and maintaining a passenger vehicle, an off-highway motor vehicle or a recreational marine vessel can expose you to chemicals including engine exhaust, carbon monoxide, phthalates, and lead, which are known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. To minimize exposure, avoid breathing exhaust, do not idle the engine except as necessary, service your vehicle or vessel in a well-ventilated area and wear gloves or wash your hands frequently when servicing your vehicle or vessel. For more information go to https://www.p65warnings.ca.gov/products/passenger-vehicle and https://www.p65warnings.ca.gov/products/marine.