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17749A 2021 HARLEY-DAVIDSON® RH1250S SPORTSTER® S Vivid Black
ESTIMATED CITY/HWY Fuel Economy 49 mpg
A WHOLE NEW CHAPTER.
Introducing the 2021 Harley-Davidson Sportster S…
The 2021 Harley-Davidson Sportster S model is designed to deliver a riding experience rooted in the thrill of unleashing extraordinary power in the act of dynamic acceleration, tempered by invisible technology. Stop light to stop light, corner to corner – on-demand torque produces an unrelenting, exhilarating blast of thrust and adrenaline.
You may have guessed it was coming – after all, the rumor mill has been churning for months and a bike like this is hard to keep secret – but you probably didn’t guess it was going to be this good. The new Sportster S is classic Harley spirit with a thoroughly modern engine, chassis, performance and tech.
Driven by the powerful Revolution Max 1250T V-twin – a version of the engine found in the critically acclaimed Pan America 1250 – the Sportster S has been tuned for more off-the-line performance and upfront attitude. It’s a Sportster like none that have come before but one that is wholly deserving of the badge.
Want to know more? Of course you do.
The 2021 Harley-Davidson Sportster S model is an all-new sport custom motorcycle designed to deliver a thrilling riding experience and ushers in a new era of Sportster performance. A 121-horsepower Revolution Max 1250T V-Twin engine puts the Sportster S rider in command of unrelenting, on-demand torque. A taut, lightweight chassis and premium suspension deliver responsive, intuitive handling. From stop light to stop light, and corner to corner, the Sportster S model offers riders extraordinary power and performance and creates a new standard for the most enduring Harley Davidson model
The 2021 Harley-Davidson Sportster S is the next all-new motorcycle built on the Revolution Max platform and sets a new performance standard for the Sportster line,” said Jochen Zeitz, chairman, president and CEO, Harley-Davidson. “This is a next generation Sportster defined by power, performance, technology and style. And it’s part of our commitment to introduce motorcycles that align with our strategy to increase desirability and to drive the legacy of Harley-Davidson.”
INCLUDED ACCESSORIES:
Parts total $318
Labor total $267
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Total added value $585
Extended Service Plans Available on 15-calendar-year-old and newer motorcycles with fewer than 60K miles
Styling Communicates Power
In profile, the 2021 Harley-Davidson Sportster S model appears crouched and powerful. The fuel tank and tail section frame the engine as the predominate centerpiece of the motorcycle. The massive front tire recalls the fenderless front end of a classic bobber, while the tail section, high-mount exhaust and slim solo seat draw inspiration from the Harley-Davidson XR750 flat tracker. The thick inverted forks and wide-profile tires suggest high-performance sport bike.
“Every visual design element of the 2021 Harley-Davidson Sportster S model is an expression of the motorcycle’s raw power,” said Brad Richards, Harley-Davidson vice president of styling and design. “This is a wolf in wolf’s clothing.”
The powertrain is highlighted with a Chocolate Satin finish on the lightweight magnesium engine covers. Textures, colors, finishes and details were selected to give the Sportster S model the look of a custom show bike that just happens to be parked in the owner’s garage.
Amplified Performance
The 1250cc Revolution Max 1250T engine is the mechanical heart of the Sportster S model. This new version of the latest Harley-Davidson liquid-cooled V-Twin engine is tuned to make tremendous torque at low RPM, with a torque curve that stays flat through the powerband – engine performance designed to deliver strong acceleration from a start with robust power through the mid-range. To minimize overall motorcycle weight the engine is integrated into the vehicle as the central member of the chassis. The use of lightweight materials helps achieve a desirable power-to-weight ratio. Ready to ride with the 3.1-gallon fuel tank topped off, the Sportster S model weighs just 502 pounds. A high-mount 2-into-1-into-2 exhaust is designed to produce a pleasing low-frequency tone.
Technology Enhances the Ride
The 2021 Harley-Davidson Sportster S model is equipped with a host of technologies designed to the enhance the riding experience. Three pre-programmed, selectable Ride Modes (Sport, Road and Rain) electronically control the performance characteristics of the motorcycle, and the level of technology intervention. Two Custom modes may be used by the rider to create a set of performance characteristics to meet personal preference or for special situations. Cornering Rider Safety Enhancements by Harley-Davidson, a collection of technologies intended to enhance rider confidence during unexpected situations or adverse road conditions, are designed to match motorcycle performance to available traction during acceleration, deceleration and braking, in a straight line or while in a turn.
A round, 4.0-inch-diameter TFT screen displays all instrumentation and supports infotainment generated by the rider’s Bluetooth-equipped mobile device and helmet headset, including music, incoming and out-going calls, and navigation supplied by the Harley-Davidson App. All-LED lighting includes a Daymaker Signature LED headlamp designed to produce a homogenous spread of light, eliminating distracting “hot spots.” The headlamp has a distinctive oval or capsule shape that adds style to the front end and will identify the Sportster S model to other riders and motorists.
Optimized Chassis
The powertrain is a stressed member of the chassis, eliminating the traditional frame, a design that significantly reduces motorcycle weight and results in a very stiff chassis that contributes to precise handling. A welded tubular steel trellis swingarm features a braced design and stamped X-member to further stiffen the chassis, while its shape adds distinctive style to the motorcycle.
The Sportster S model is equipped with fully adjustable, premium front and rear suspension – SHOWA 43mm inverted cartridge forks and a SHOWA Piggyback reservoir rear shock. Rear suspension features hydraulic pre-load adjustment using a convenient knob located on the left side of the motorcycle. Lightweight cast aluminum wheels with a staggered, five-spoke design are shod with wide Dunlop/Harley-Davidson Series GT503 tires. Premium Brembo braking components produce outstanding braking feel and performance. The single front brake features a new Brembo radial monoblock four-piston caliper and a 320mm diameter disc. The rear brake is a two-piston Brembo caliper and a 260mm diameter disc.
Forward foot controls and a low handlebar put the Sportster S rider in an aggressive posture on the bike. Unladen seat height is 29.6 inches, low enough for most riders to get feet down at a stop. Brake and clutch hand levers are adjustable for reach, to best match rider hand size or preference. The Sportster S model is pre-wired for accessory heated hand grips for added comfort in cool weather, and is equipped with two dedicated power points for heated riding gear (heated hand grips and heated riding gear/apparel each sold separately), plus a USB-C port for charging a phone or other device. An external ambient temperature sensor and a low-temp warning on the display screen alert the rider to changing conditions. Cruise control and a proximity-based security system are standard equipment. The steel fuel tank holds 3.1 gallons.
KEY FEATURES WHEN NEW
Sportster S is the first chapter of a whole new book in H-D’s longest running family, powered by the all-new Revolution Max 1250T engine. A legacy born in 1957 that outperformed the competition is now rebuilt to blow away the standards of today. Designed to thrill. Made for those who demand speed, power, and performance like they’ve never experienced. To call it the ultimate Sportster is an understatement.
FEATURES AND BENIFITS
Revolution Max 1250T Powertrain
The Sportster S model is powered by the Revolution Max 1250T engine, a liquid-cooled V-Twin tuned to make tremendous torque at low RPM, with a torque curve that stays flat through the powerband – engine performance designed to deliver strong acceleration from a start with robust power through the mid-range.
The Revolution Max 1250T engine is similar to the Revolution Max 1250 engine that powers the Harley-Davidson Pan America 1250 models, with these key differences:
Sportster S Model: Instrumentation
The Sportster S model features a round 4.0-inch-diameter TFT screen (thin-film-transistor, a type of liquid-crystal display noted for high image quality and contrast) that displays all instrumentation and infotainment functions.
Base Screen display
Bike Status Screen display
The rider can select this display option to put bike status information in a prominent position on the screen, with a smaller speedometer on the upper screen. Status information includes front and rear tire air pressure, engine temperature and oil pressure, battery voltage, and diagnostic codes.
Sportster S Model: Infotainment
The Sportster S model display supports infotainment generated by the rider’s Bluetooth-equipped mobile device. The motorcycle does not have an on-board infotainment system, and it is not equipped with speakers. Most infotainment functions also require a Bluetooth headset and speakers worn within a helmet (sold separately)
Music
Calls
Navigation
Sportster S Model: Cornering Rider Safety Enhancements
The Sportster S model is equipped with Cornering Rider Safety Enhancements by Harley-Davidson, a collection of technologies designed to enhance rider confidence during unexpected situations or adverse road conditions. Cornering Rider Safety Enhancements are designed to match motorcycle performance to available traction during acceleration, deceleration, and braking, in a straight line or while in a turn. The systems are electronic and utilize the latest chassis control, electronic brake control and powertrain technology.
The Sportster S model is equipped with a six-axis inertial measurement unit, or IMU, that measures and reports the lean angle as it navigates a turn. While cornering, available grip for braking or accelerating is reduced. Cornering enhanced technology takes this into account, and for optimal performance, intervenes differently when the motorcycle is leaned compared to when the motorcycle is upright.
Disclaimer: Available traction is determined by the road/tire interface. The systems are only able to adjust brake pressure or powertrain torque in an attempt to keep the forces at the tire from exceeding available grip. These technologies do not have the ability to increase grip, to intervene when the rider has not made a brake or throttle application, or to directly influence vehicle direction. This is a key difference between motorcycle systems and automotive stability control. The rider is ultimately responsible for steering, speed and path corrections.
Sportster S Model: Ride Modes
The Sportster S model offers selectable Ride Modes that electronically control the performance characteristics of the motorcycle, and the level of technology intervention. Three of the modes are pre-programmed, while two additional modes may be customized by the owner. Each Ride Mode consists of a specific combination of power delivery, engine braking, C-ABS and C-TCS settings.
The rider may use the MODE button on the right-hand controller to change the active ride mode while riding the motorcycle or when stopped, with some exceptions. A unique icon for each mode appears on the instrument display when that mode has been selected.
With the exception of the Road Mode, the rider may disable Ride Modes through the settings menu on the instrument display. The Custom Ride Modes need to be enabled by the rider through this settings menu before they can be selected with the MODE button during operation.
SPECIFICATIONS WHEN NEW
Dimensions | |||
Length | 89.2 in. (2,265 mm) | ||
Overall Width | 33.2 in. (843 mm) | ||
Overall Height | 42.9 in. (1,089 mm) | ||
Seat Height, Laden | 28.9 in. (734 mm) | 2 | |
Seat Height, Unladen | 29.6 in. (753 mm) | ||
Static Ground Clearance | 3.66 in. (93 mm) | ||
Rake (steering head) (deg) | 30 | ||
Fork Angle (deg) | 28 | ||
Trail | 5.8 in. (148 mm) | ||
Wheelbase | 59.8 in. (1,518 mm) | ||
Tires, Type | Dunlop Harley-Davidson Series, radial | ||
Tires, Front Model | GT503 | ||
Tires, Front Specification | 160/70TR17 73V | ||
Tires, Rear Model | GT503 | ||
Tires, Rear Specification | 180/70R16 77V | ||
Fuel Capacity | 3.1 gal. (11.8 l) | ||
Reserve Fuel Capacity, Fuel Injection (warning light) | 0.8 gal. (3 l) | ||
Oil Capacity (w/filter) | 4.75 qt. (4.5 l) | ||
Transmission Capacity | N/A | ||
Primary Chain Case Capacity | N/A | ||
Coolant Capacity | 2.32 qt. (2.2 l) | ||
Weight, As Shipped | 486 lb. (220 kg) | ||
Weight, In Running Order | 502 lb. (228 kg) | ||
Gross Vehicle Weight Rating | 922 lb. (418 kg) | ||
Gross Axle Weight Rating, Front | 359 lb. (163 kg) | ||
Gross Axle Weight Rating, Rear | 595 lb. (270 kg) | ||
Luggage Capacity -Volume | N/A | ||
Engine | |||
Engine | Revolution Max 1250T | ||
Valves | Chain-driven, DOHC, hydraulic self-adjusting lifters, intake & exhaust VVT; four valves per cylinder | ||
Bore | 4.13 in. (105 mm) | ||
Stroke | 2.85 in. (72.3 mm) | ||
Displacement | 76.4 cu in (1,252 cc) | ||
Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | ||
Fuel System | Electronic Sequential Port Fuel Injection (ESPFI) | 3 | |
Air Cleaner | Downdraft intake, tuned velocity stacks, washable filter media | ||
Exhaust | 2-into-1-into-2; catalyst in muffler | ||
Lubrication System | Semi-Dry Sump | ||
Drivetrain | |||
Primary Drive | Gear, 49/89 ratio | ||
Final Drive | Belt, 80/34 ratio | ||
Clutch | Mechanical, 8 plate wet, assist & slip, 1090N | ||
Transmission | 6-speed | ||
Gear Ratios | 12.21 | ||
Gear Ratios | 9.022 | ||
Gear Ratios | 6.994 | ||
Gear Ratios | 5.641 | ||
Gear Ratios | 4.731 | ||
Gear Ratios | 4.131 | ||
Chassis | |||
Frame | Stressed-member, high strength low alloy steel trellis frame; stamped, cast, and forged junctions; MIG welded; aluminum forged mid-structure | ||
Swingarm | High strength low alloy steel, tubular sections, stamped x-member, forged axle junctions; MIG welded | ||
Front Fork | 43 mm inverted fork with compression, rebound and spring preload adjustability. Aluminum fork triple clamps. | ||
Rear Shocks | Linkage-mounted, piggyback monoshock with compression, rebound and hydraulic spring preload adjustability | ||
Wheels, Optional Style Type | N/A | 4 | |
Wheels, Front Type | Aluminum cast, satin black | 4 | |
Wheels, Front Width | 4.5 in. (114 mm) | ||
Wheels, Front Height | 17 in. (432 mm) | ||
Wheels, Rear Type | Aluminum cast, satin black | 4 | |
Wheels, Rear Width | 5 in. (127 mm) | ||
Wheels, Rear Height | 16 in. (406 mm) | ||
Brakes, Caliper Type | Front: radially mounted, monoblock, 4-piston caliper Rear: floating, single piston caliper | ||
Brakes, Rotor Type | Front: single rotor, floating, tower- mounted Rear: solid uniform expansion rotor | ||
Brakes, Front Diameter | 12.6 in. (320 mm) | ||
Brakes, Front Thickness | 0.2 in. (6 mm) | ||
Brakes, Front is dual | No | ||
Brakes, Rear Diameter | 10.2 in. (260 mm) | ||
Brakes, Rear Thickness | 0.2 in. (5 mm) | ||
Front brake lever free travel | N/A | ||
Rear brake pedal free travel | N/A | ||
Brakes, Anti-Lock Braking System (ABS) | Standard | ||
Suspension Travel, Front | 3.6 in. (92 mm) | ||
Suspension Travel, Rear | 2 in. (51 mm) | ||
Performance | |||
Engine Torque Testing Method | J1349 | ||
Engine Torque | 94 ft-lb (127 Nm) | 5 | |
Engine Torque | 6,000 | ||
Power | 121 HP / 90 kW @ 7500 rpm | ||
Lean Angle Testing Method | J1168 | ||
Lean Angle, Right (deg.) | 34 | ||
Lean Angle, Left (deg.) | 34 | ||
Maximum hill-starting ability | N/A | ||
Fuel Economy Testing Method | Estimated City/Hwy | ||
Fuel Economy | 49 mpg (4.8 l/100 km) | 6 | |
CO2 Emissions Testing Method | N/A | ||
CO2 Emissions | N/A | ||
Electric | |||
Battery | Sealed, maintenance-free, absorbed glass mat (AGM) battery, 12V, 12Ah, 225 CCA at 0°F | ||
Charging | Three-phase, 45 Amp system (300 Watts @13 Volts, 1200 rpm, 585 Watts max power @ 13 Volts, 2250 rpm) | ||
Starting | 0.9 kW electric with direct drive starter motor engagement | ||
Lights (as per country regulation), Headlamp | All LED headlamp, low and high beam with signature position lighting | ||
Lights (as per country regulation), Tail/Stop | All LED Tail/Stop lamp with signature tail lighting | ||
Lights (as per country regulation), Front Signal Lights | LED Bullet Turn Signals | ||
Lights, Rear Turn Signals | LED Bullet Turn Signals | ||
Gauges | 4 inch viewable area TFT display with speedometer, gear, odometer, fuel level, clock, trip, ambient temp, low temp alert, side stand down alert, TIP over alert, cruise, range and tachometer indication BT capable – phone pairing to access phone calls, music, navigation (H-D App ONLY) | ||
Auxiliary Lamps | N/A | ||
Electric Power Outlet | USB C-Type , Output 5V at 2.4 Amp | ||
GPS System | N/A | ||
Reverse Gear | N/A | ||
Warranty And Service | |||
Warranty | 24 months (unlimited mileage) | 7 | |
Service Interval | First 1,000 miles (1,600 km), every 5,000 miles (8,000 km) thereafter | 8 | |
Footnotes | |||
1 | Vehicles depicted may differ from vehicles manufactured and delivered. Specifications and prices listed may differ from specifications and prices of vehicles manufactured and delivered. All product descriptions (including depictions, specifications, dimensions, measurements, ratings and competitive comparisons) are based on available information at the time of publication. Although such descriptions are believed correct, errors and changes can occur and complete accuracy cannot be guaranteed. Harley-Davidson may make changes at any time to prices and specifications, and may change or discontinue models, without notice and without incurring any obligation. Attention: Vehicles in the configurations shown and many of the accessories described in this catalog may not be available for sale or use in some locations. Please check with your dealer for complete product details and the latest information. All models feature 6-speed transmission (VRSC models and Sportster models are 5-speed) and carbon fiber belt final drive; multi-plate clutch with diaphragm spring in oil bath; and 2-year unlimited mileage warranty. | ||
2 | Measurement reflects 180 lb. (81.7 kg) operator weight. | ||
3 | Recommended 91 octane or higher fuel (R+M)/2. | ||
4 | Standard and optional wheels may vary by country and region. | ||
5 | Values shown are nominal. Performance may vary by country and region. | ||
6 | The combined fuel economy numbers were derived using a combination of estimated city and highway values. Fuel economy estimates are derived from US EPA exhaust emission certification data on a sample motorcycle from the corresponding family under ideal laboratory conditions. Your actual fuel economy will vary depending on your personal riding habits, road and driving conditions, vehicle condition and maintenance, tire pressure, vehicle configuration (parts and accessories), and vehicle loading (cargo, rider and passenger weight). Break-in mileage may vary. | ||
7 | See motorcycle owner’s manual for complete details. | ||
8 | Inspections of certain systems and components are required at 2,500 mile (4,000 km) intervals. See Owner’s Manual for full details. | ||
Length: | 89.2 in |
Overall width: | 33.2 in |
Overall height: | 42.9 in |
Seat height, unladen: | 29.6 in |
Ground clearance: | 4.1 in |
Rake (steering head): | 30 |
Trail: | 5.8 in |
Wheelbase: | 59.8 in |
Tires, front specifications: | 160/70TR17 73V |
Tires, rear specifications: | 180/70R16 77V |
Fuel Capacity: | 3.1 gal |
Oil capacity: | 4.75 qt. |
Weight, as shipped: | 485 lbs |
Weight, in running order: | 502 lb |
Fork angle: | 28 |
Reserve fuel capacity, fuel injection: | 0.8 gal |
Coolant capacity: | 0.6 gal |
Gross axle weight rating, front: | 359 lbs |
Gross axle weight rating, rear: | 595 lbs |
Engine: | Revolution® Max 1250T |
Bore: | 4.1 in |
Stroke: | 2.8 in |
Displacement: | 76.40 in3 |
Compression ratio: | 12.0:1 |
Fuel system: | Electronic Sequential Port Fuel Injection (ESPFI) |
Air cleaner: | Downdraft intake, tuned velocity stacks, washable filter media |
Exhaust: | 2-into-1-into-2; catalyst in muffler |
Lubrication system: | Semi-Dry Sump |
Engine torque testing method: | J1349 |
Engine torque: | 93.7 ft-lb |
Engine torque (RPM): | 6000 |
Horsepower: | 121 HP / 90 kW @ 7500 rpm |
Lean angle, right (deg.): | 34 |
Lean angle, left (deg.): | 34 |
Fuel economy testing method: | Estimated City/Hwy |
Fuel economy: | 0.00 mpg |
Primary drive: | Gear, 49/89 ratio |
Gear ratios (overall) 1st: | 12.21 |
Gear ratios (overall) 2nd: | 9.022 |
Gear ratios (overall) 3rd: | 6.994 |
Gear ratios (overall) 4th: | 5.641 |
Gear ratios (overall) 5th: | 4.731 |
Gear Ratios (overall) 6th: | 4.131 |
Final drive: | Belt, 80/34 ratio |
Clutch: | Mechanical, 8 plate wet, assist & slip, 1090N |
Transmission: | 6-speed |
Front fork: | 43 mm inverted fork with compression, rebound and spring preload adjustability. Aluminum fork triple clamps. |
Rear shocks: | Linkage-mounted, piggyback monoshock with compression, rebound and hydraulic spring preload adjustability |
Wheels, front type: | Aluminum cast, satin black |
Wheels, rear type: | Aluminum cast, satin black |
Brakes, caliper type: | Front: radially mounted, monoblock, 4-piston caliper Rear: floating, single piston caliper |
Gauges: | 4 inch viewable area TFT display with speedometer, gear, odometer, fuel level, clock, trip, ambient temp, low temp alert, side stand down alert, TIP over alert, cruise, range and tachometer indication BT capable - phone pairing to access phone calls, musi |
Battery: | Sealed, maintenance-free, absorbed glass mat (AGM) battery, 12V, 12Ah, 225 CCA at 0°F |
Charging: | Three-phase, 45 Amp system (300 Watts @13 Volts, 1200 rpm, 585 Watts max power @ 13 Volts, 2250 rpm) |
Starting: | 0.9 kW electric with direct drive starter motor engagement |
Electric power outlet: | USB C-Type , Output 5V at 2.4 Amp |
Screen size: | 4.3 in (109 mm) |
Type: | Color TFT |
Headset specifications (if equipped): | Bluetooth |
Hands-free mobile phone — via Bluetooth: | Yes |
Voice Recognition Languages: Phone functions only: | Phone dependent |
Voice Recognition Languages: Tuner / Media / Navigation: | Phone dependent |
Text-to-Speech (TTS) languages: | Phone dependent |
Rider / passenger intercom: | Headset function only |
Vehicle information screen: | TPMS, Engine temp, Battery Voltage, Ambient Air Temp |
USB: | Charging and Instrument update, USB-C, 5V, 3A |
Bluetooth: | Yes |
The paragraph descriptions for the pre-owned bikes are generic, what the factory used when the bikes were new so they might not be precise. The bike may have been modified. Take them with a grain of salt. Same with the specifications, those are stating how the bike was spec’d stock, when new, not necessarily as it is at this very moment. Our salespeople will be glad to answer any detailed questions should anything in the generic descriptions be confusing. Also, there are over 30,000 prices and loads of specifications on this website, we do not warrant that is entirely error free. Thanks, - Barnett Harley-Davidson