Harley-Davidson XL1200R Sportster 1200 Roadster vs Harley-Davidson Captain America Chopper (2008)
Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Harley-Davidson XL1200R Sportster 1200 Roadsterstacks up against the Harley-Davidson Captain America Chopper. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.
Harley-Davidson XL1200R Sportster 1200 Roadster
Harley-Davidson Captain America Chopper
Spec comparison
| Spec | Harley-Davidson XL1200R Sportster 1200 Roadster | Harley-Davidson Captain America Chopper |
|---|---|---|
| Model year | 2008 | 1969 |
| Price | $8,895 | — |
| Engine | 1200 cc | 1200 cc |
| Horsepower | — | 60 hp |
| Torque | 107 Nm | — |
| Weight | 256 kg | 272 kg |
| Seat height | 30 mm | — |
| Fuel capacity | 4.5 L | — |
| Fuel type | petrol | petrol |
| Transmission | 5-speed | — |
| Front brakes | Single disc. 4-piston calipers | — |
| Rear brakes | Single disc. 2-piston calipers | Expanding brake (drum brake). Expanding shoe |
| Tires | 100/90-H19 / 150/80-B16 | — |
Harley-Davidson XL1200R Sportster 1200 Roadster vs Harley-Davidson Captain America Chopper — which should you buy?
Picking between the Harley-Davidson XL1200R Sportster 1200 Roadster and the Harley-Davidson Captain America Chopper usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Harley-Davidson XL1200R Sportster 1200 Roadster brings its published horsepower in a 256 kg package, while the Harley-Davidson Captain America Chopper counters with 60 hp at 272 kg.
Our spec tables above highlight the winning number on each line. For the full rider-focused reviews including real-world fuel economy, service costs and available colors, click into either bike: