HARLEY-DAVIDSON Sportster 1000 (1976-1977) Specs, Performance & Photos

The 1976 Harley Davidson XLCH 1000 Sportster has, at its heart, an air-cooled, four-stroke, 997cc, 45° V-Twin powerplant paired to a four-speed manual transmission and produces 55 horsepower at 5800 rpm. It comes standard with laced wheels, a dual seat, a telescopic front fork, mid-mounted foot controls, dual shocks as a rear suspension, a front disc brake, for improved safety and performance, and a wet clutch for smoother gear changes.