Harley-Davidson XL1200C Sportster Custom vs Harley-Davidson Captain America Chopper (2007)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Harley-Davidson XL1200C Sportster Customstacks up against the Harley-Davidson Captain America Chopper. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecHarley-Davidson XL1200C Sportster CustomHarley-Davidson Captain America Chopper
Model year20071969
Price$9,695
Engine1200 cc1200 cc
Horsepower60 hp
Torque107 Nm
Weight255 kg272 kg
Seat height28 mm
Fuel capacity4.5 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
Transmission5-speed
Front brakesSingle disc. Dual-piston
Rear brakesSingle disc. Single-pistonExpanding brake (drum brake). Expanding shoe
Tires100/90-H19 / 150/80-B16

Harley-Davidson XL1200C Sportster Custom vs Harley-Davidson Captain America Chopper — which should you buy?

Picking between the Harley-Davidson XL1200C Sportster Custom and the Harley-Davidson Captain America Chopper usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Harley-Davidson XL1200C Sportster Custom brings its published horsepower in a 255 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: