Harley Davidson Sportster 1200 Custom vs Harley Davidson Street 750

• Table of Contents
• 1. HARLEY SPORTSTER 1200 CUSTOM VS STREET 750
• 2. DETAILED SPECS COMPARISON: HARLEY SPORTSTER 1200 CUSTOM VS STREET 750
• 3. SIMILARITIES & DIFFERENCES: HARLEY SPORTSTER 1200 CUSTOM VS STREET 750
• 4. DESIGN: HARLEY SPORTSTER 1200 CUSTOM VS STREET 750
• 4.1 Design: Harley Davidson Sportster 1200 Custom
• 4.2 Design: Harley Davidson Street 750
• 5. ENGINE & PERFORMANCE: HARLEY SPORTSTER 1200 CUSTOM VS STREET 750
• 5.1 Engine & Performance: Harley Davidson Sportster 1200 Custom
• 5.2 Engine & Performance: Harley Davidson Street 750
• 6. COMFORT & ERGONOMICS: HARLEY SPORTSTER 1200 CUSTOM VS STREET 750
• 6.1 Comfort & Ergonomics: Harley Davidson Sportster 1200 Custom
• 6.2 Comfort & Ergonomics: Harley Davidson Street 750
• 7. TECHNOLOGY & FEATURES: HARLEY SPORTSTER 1200 CUSTOM VS STREET 750
• 8. PROS & CONS: HARLEY SPORTSTER 1200 CUSTOM VS STREET 750
• 8.1 Pros & Cons: Harley Davidson Sportster 1200 Custom
• 8.2 Pros & Cons: Harley Davidson Street 750
• 9. Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
• 9.1 Which motorcycle has better fuel mileage: the Sportster 1200 Custom or the Street 750?
• 9.2 Which is better for long rides: the Sportster 1200 Custom or the Street 750?
• 9.3 What are the main differences between the Sportster 1200 Custom and the Street 750?
• 9.4 Which motorcycle is a better beginner motorcycle: the Street 750 or the Sportster 1200 Custom?
• 10. TAKEAWAY

1. HARLEY SPORTSTER 1200 CUSTOM VS STREET 750

Introduced in 1957, the HARLEY DAVIDSON SPORTSTER family has included many models, such as the SPORTSTER 1200 CUSTOM made in 1996. It was fitted with an early version of the Evolution engine from 1986. Over the years, the engine has received several upgrades and modifications while retaining the overall design. In 2004, the Harley Sportster 1200 Custom received a major upgrade when it received a rubber-mounted engine. In 2014, the brakes were modified, being fitted with a dual-piston caliper and single-disc brake at the front and rear. Finally, in 2011, the Harley Sportster 1200 Custom received major design changes.

Harley Davidson became famous for its large and reliable engines, heavyweight cruisers, and touring motorcycles. Harley Davidson is also one of the oldest American motorcycle manufacturing companies. Over the years, Harley Davidson launched many lightweight cruisers with smaller engines and lower prices compared to other Harley cruisers at the time. In 2014, Harley Davidson launched entry-level cruisers with smaller engines: the STREET 750 and the STREET 500. Though both models were part of the Street series, they offered similar riding styles but different engine performances.

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2. DETAILED SPECS COMPARISON: HARLEY SPORTSTER 1200 CUSTOM VS STREET 750

	Harley Davidson	Harley Davidson
BASIC INFORMATION
Year	2020	2021
Model	1200 Custom	Street 750
Motorcycle Type	Cruiser	Cruiser
Base Price	$9,999	$7,599
Colors	Midnight Blue, River Rock Gray, River Rock Gray/ Vivid Black, and Billiard Red/ Vivid Black	Barracuda Silver Deluxe, Vivid Black, Vivid Black Deluxe, Black Denim, and Performance Orange
ENGINE & SYSTEMS
Displacement	73.3 cu in (1,202-cc)	45.7 cu in (750 cc)
Engine Type	Evolution, V-Twin	Revolution X, V-Twin
Cooling System	Air-cooled	Liquid-cooled
Compression Ratio	10:1	11:1
Stroke	96.8 mm (3.8 in)	66 mm (2.6 in)
Bore	88.9 mm (3.5 in)	85 mm (3.34 in)
Cylinders	Two	Two
Drive Train	Belt	Belt
Transmission	Five-Speed	Six-Speed
Clutch	Wet-clutch	Wet, Multi-Plate
Starter	Electric	Electric
Exhaust	Two-in-two	Two-into-One
Fuel Delivery System	Electronic Sequential Port Fuel Injection (ESPFI)	Mikuni Single Port Fuel Injection
PERFORMANCE & CAPACITY
Horsepower	67 hp @ 6,000 rpm	53 hp
Torque	70.8 ft-lbs (96 Nm) @ 3,500 rpm	43.5 ft-lbs (59 Nm) @ 4,000 rpm
Fuel Tank Capacity	4.49 gal (16.9 L)	3.5 gal (13.2 L)
Mileage	45.23 MPG (19.2 km/l)	58 MPG (24.9 km/l)
Oil Capacity	2.75 quarts (2.6 L)	3.2 quarts (3.1 L)
DIMENSIONS
Trail	107 mm (4.2 in)	115.062 mm (4.53 in)
Rake	30o	32o
Seat Height	725 mm (28.5 in)	652.78 mm (25.7 in)
Wheelbase	1,530 mm (60.2 in)	1,520 mm (59.84 in)
Weight	590 lbs (268 kg)	514 lbs (233 kg)
Ground Clearance	105 mm (4.1 in)	144.78 mm (5.7 in)
Length	2,225 mm (87.5 in)	2,215 mm (87.2 in)

3. SIMILARITIES & DIFFERENCES: HARLEY SPORTSTER 1200 CUSTOM VS STREET 750

Key Similarities	Key Differences
Both equipped with identical handlebars	Both motorcycles have different fuel tank designs
Both equipped with a belt drive train	The Sportster 1200 Custom has a two-into-two exhaust, while the Street 750 has a two-into-one exhaust
Both equipped with an analog speedometer and a round headlight	The Sportster 1200 Custom has a bigger engine than the Street 750
Both come with a passenger seat	The Sportster 1200 Custom has higher profile tires than the Street 750
Both equipped with mid-mounted footrests	Both motorcycles have different tail lights
Both equipped with front and rear single disc brakes	Both motorcycles have different rear fenders
	The Sportster 1200 Custom has an air-cooled engine, while the Street 750 has a liquid-cooled engine
	The Sportster 1200 Custom has spoked rims, while the Street 750 has cast rims
	The Sportster 1200 Custom does not have a FAIRING, while the Street 750 has a small front fairing

4. DESIGN: HARLEY SPORTSTER 1200 CUSTOM VS STREET 750

4.1 Design: Harley Davidson Sportster 1200 Custom

The HARLEY SPORTSTER 1200 CUSTOM is a classical-looking cruiser with an elegant chrome body. Only the front suspension, engine, exhaust, and HANDLEBARS are covered in chrome, while the fuel tank and fenders are given a unique color scheme. The wide wheels with smaller rims give the Sportster 1200 Custom its distinct and classic look. At the front, It has a 39 mm fork with a wheel travel of 144 mm (5.6 in), and a single 300 mm disc brake with a D402F MH90-21 54H size tire. At the rear, it has dual preload-adjustable shocks with a wheel travel of 54 mm (21 in), and a single 300-disc brake with a D401 150/80B16 71H size tire.

4.2 Design: Harley Davidson Street 750

Unlike other cruisers, the HARLEY STREET 750 has a unique design and chassis. It has a colored fuel tank and fenders, the other parts like the exhaust, frame, suspension, HANDLEBARS, side panels, and small front fairing are all covered in a matte black finish. It is a more affordable, lightweight cruiser that does not come with pre-equipped saddlebags, CRASH BARS, or SISSY BARS. At the rear, it has dual pre-load adjustable shocks with a wheel travel of 94 mm (3.5 in), and a single disc brake with a tire size of 100/80 R17. At the front, it has dual non-adjustable shocks on a 37 mm fork with a wheel travel of 140 mm (5.5 in), and a single disc brake with a tire size of 140/75 R15.

5. ENGINE & PERFORMANCE: HARLEY SPORTSTER 1200 CUSTOM VS STREET 750

5.1 Engine & Performance: Harley Davidson Sportster 1200 Custom

The Harley Davidson 1200 Custom is powered by a 1,202 cc, air-cooled Evolution V-twin engine capable of horsepower of 67 hp @ 6,000 rpm and a torque of 70.8 ft-lbs (96 Nm) @ 3,500 rpm. It has a bore size of 85 mm (3.34 in) and a stroke size of 66 mm (2.6 in). The Harley 1200 Custom has a five-speed transmission connected to a belt drive train. It has a fuel tank capacity of 4.49 gal (16.9 L) and an electronic sequential port fuel injection with a fuel economy of 45.23 MPG (19.2 L).

5.2 Engine & Performance: Harley Davidson Street 750

The Harley Davidson Street 750 is equipped with a 45.7 cu in (749 cc) liquid-cooled, four-stroke, Revolution X, V-Twin engine. This engine is also equipped with a bore size of 85 mm (3.34 in) and a stroke size of 66 mm (2.6 in). The Harley Street 750 has a six-speed transmission system combined with a belt drive train system. It has a fuel capacity of 13.2 L (3.5 gal) equipped with a Mikuni single-port fuel injection offering a fuel economy of 58 MPG (24.9 km/l).

6. COMFORT & ERGONOMICS: HARLEY SPORTSTER 1200 CUSTOM VS STREET 750

6.1 Comfort & Ergonomics: Harley Davidson Sportster 1200 Custom

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The Harley Davidson Sportster 1200 Custom is a middleweight cruiser with a classic riding position. With its wide handlebars, 107 mm (4.2 in) trail size, and 30^o rake angle, this motorcycle has a comfortable handlebar position. It has a seat height of 725 mm (28.5 in), a ground clearance of 105 mm (4.1 in), an overall wheelbase of 1,530 mm, and an overall length of 2,225 mm (87.5 in). Like other mid-range cruisers, this motorcycle is also equipped with mid-mounted footrests.

6.2 Comfort & Ergonomics: Harley Davidson Street 750

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The Harley Davidson Street 750 is a lightweight cruiser equipped with mid-mounted footrests offering a confident riding position. It has an overall length of 2,215 mm (87.2 in), a wheelbase of 1,520 mm (59.84 in), a ground clearance of 144.78 m (5.7 in), a seat height of 652.78 mm (25.7 in), a trail size of 115.06 mm (4.53 in), and a rake angle of 32^o. The Street 750 has a unique riding position that helps it stick out among other cruisers.

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7. TECHNOLOGY & FEATURES: HARLEY SPORTSTER 1200 CUSTOM VS STREET 750

FEATURES	HARLEY SPORTSTER 1200 CUSTOM	HARLEY STREET 750
ABS	Optional	Optional
Instrument Cluster	Handlebar-mounted	Handlebar-mounted
Clock	✔	X
Engine Kill Switch	✔	✔
Speedometer	✔	✔
Odometer	✔	✔
Tachometer	✔	X
Gear Indicator	✔	X
Fuel Gauge	✔	✔
Fuel Warning Indicator	✔	✔
Low Battery Indicator	✔	X
Low Oil Indicator	✔	✔
Slip & Assist Clutch	X	X

8. PROS & CONS: HARLEY SPORTSTER 1200 CUSTOM VS STREET 750

8.1 Pros & Cons: Harley Davidson Sportster 1200 Custom

SPORSTER 1200 CUSTOM PROS	SPORTSTER 1200 CUSTOM CONS
Many modification options	Not suited for longer rides
ABS is optional feature	Uncomfortable soft suspension
Produces pleasant sound	Uncomfortable at higher speed
Powerful engine	Engine overheats easily at high-temperature
Traditional Harley design	Discontinued
Comfortable riding position
Less maintenance
Suitable for small riders
Good fuel capacity

8.2 Pros & Cons: Harley Davidson Street 750

HARLEY STREET 750 PROS	HARLEY STREET 750 CONS
Dual seat setup	Not recommended for heavyweight riders
Comfortable seats	No riding modes
ABS is option feature	Discontinued
Easy to maneuver	Produces unpleasant sound
Good ground clearance	Slightly harder brakes
Lightweight
Cheaper price
Easy to handle

9. FAQ

9.1 Which motorcycle has better fuel mileage: the Sportster 1200 Custom or the Street 750?

Both motorcycles are capable of traveling 200 miles on a full tank of gas. The Sportster 1200 Custom has a fuel economy of 45.23 MPG (19.2 km/l) and a fuel tank capacity of 4.49 gal (16.9 L). While the Street 750 has a fuel tank capacity of 3.5 gal (13.2 L) and delivers a fuel economy of 58 MPG (24.9 km/l).

9.2 Which is better for long rides: the Sportster 1200 Custom or the Street 750?

Though both are capable of traveling long distances, their designs are not suited for longer rides. Because Street 750 has a slightly aggressive riding position, the rider becomes fatigued more quickly and is constantly vibrating at higher rpm. Meanwhile, the Sportster 1200 Custom has a traditional riding position and a comfortable seat but starts to feel uncomfortable when riding over 80 MPH.

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9.3 What are the main differences between the Sportster 1200 Custom and the Street 750?

The Sportster 1200 Custom has a bigger engine capable of producing more horsepower and torque. The Sportster 1200 Custom has a more classic design and traditional riding position compared to the Street 750’s slightly aggressive riding position. The Sportster 1200 Custom has a bigger fuel tank than the Street 750, but Street 750 has better fuel mileage. The Street 750 is also lighter and more affordable than the Sportster 1200 Custom.

9.4 Which motorcycle is a better beginner motorcycle: the Street 750 or the Sportster 1200 Custom?

While both motorcycles are easy to ride through traffic, the Street 750 is more lightweight and more affordable than the Sportster 1200 Custom. Street 750 also has a smaller engine that makes it easier to handle than the Sportster 1200 Custom. Between these two, Street 750 is the better option for beginners but the Sportster 1200 Custom is also suited for beginners as well.

10. TAKEAWAY

The Sportster 1200 Custom is one of the older Harley motorcycles, having a more old-school vibe, a traditional riding position, and producing a pleasant warbling sound. The Sportster 1200 Custom is a good option for riders looking for a new classic cruiser. Street 750 is a more modern cruiser with a unique design and riding position. Neither of them comes with pre-installed SADDLEBAGS, CRASH BARS, SISSY BARS, or LUGGAGE BAGS.