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2.1 Gallons

2010 Harley-Davidson Sportster 48

The Forty-Eight's 2.1 gallon peanut fuel tank, a point of derision among longer distance riders; based on the average of its 42/57 mpg fuel economy, theoretical cruising range is 104 miles. The warning light comes on with .65 gallons remaining.

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