Across the 2006 and 2009 model years, the Harley-Davidson XL 883 Sportster 883 motorcycle has supplied wet/running weights ranging from 574.1 lb (260.4 kg) and dry weights ranging from 553.4 lb (251 kg) to 554.9 lb (251.7 kg), depending on model year.
Harley-Davidson XL 883 Sportster 883 weight overview
This is a substantial motorcycle. The weight matters most when stopped, backing it up, parking on a slope or recovering from a lean.
Heavy Motorcycle
How heavy is the Harley-Davidson XL 883 Sportster 883?
wet weight
Using a model-level wet weight comparison, the Harley-Davidson XL 883 Sportster 883 is lighter than about 80.1% of 168 Harley-Davidson custom/cruiser motorcycles with compatible weight data.
Dry vs ready-to-ride weight
Bike + rider total weight
These totals use the model’s representative wet weight. They exclude riding gear, luggage and a passenger.
Harley-Davidson XL 883 Sportster 883 weight & related specs
| Model years covered | 2006, 2009 |
|---|---|
| Wet / running weight | 574.1 lb (260.4 kg) |
| Dry weight | 553.4 lb (251 kg) to 554.9 lb (251.7 kg) |
| Engine displacement | 882.7 cc to 883 cc |
| Power | 68 hp |
| Torque | 51 lb-ft (69.2 Nm) to 51.6 lb-ft (70 Nm) |
| Fuel capacity | 3.3 US gal (12.49 L) |
| Full-tank fuel weight (estimated) | 20.5 lb (9.3 kg) |
Weight changes by model year
The 2006 model is used as the baseline where data is available. Only later supplied values that differ are shown below. A year pill does not mean every individual weight field was supplied for that year.
Useful weight calculations
| Horsepower per 100 lb | 11.84 hp / 100 lb |
|---|---|
| Pounds per horsepower | 8.44 lb / hp |
| Torque per 100 lb | 8.89 lb-ft / 100 lb to 9.33 lb-ft / 100 lb |
| Displacement per pound | 1.54 cc / lb to 1.6 cc / lb |
| Weight per 100 cc | 62.7 lb / 100 cc to 65 lb / 100 cc |
| Fuel weight as % of bike weight | 3.6% to 3.7% |
| Weight with full tank | 573.9 lb (260.3 kg) to 575.4 lb (261 kg) |
What the weight numbers tell you
Harley-Davidson XL 883 Sportster 883 weight FAQ
How much does the Harley-Davidson XL 883 Sportster 883 weigh?
For the model years covered here, wet/running weight is 574.1 lb (260.4 kg), while dry weight is 553.4 lb (251 kg) to 554.9 lb (251.7 kg). Do not treat dry and wet figures as interchangeable.
How does the Harley-Davidson XL 883 Sportster 883 weight compare with similar Harley-Davidsons?
Relatively light. On a model-level comparison, it is lighter than about 80.1% of 168 Harley-Davidson custom/cruiser motorcycles with the same weight basis.
Are all Harley-Davidson XL 883 Sportster 883 model years the same weight?
There are year-to-year differences in the supplied data. The earliest covered year is used as the baseline, with later changed values shown separately above.
What does a full tank of gas weigh on the Harley-Davidson XL 883 Sportster 883?
A full tank works out to about 20.5 lb (9.3 kg) from the listed 3.3 US gal (12.49 L) capacity. Actual fuel density varies slightly, so treat it as a practical estimate.
What does the Harley-Davidson XL 883 Sportster 883 weigh with a 180 lb rider?
The approximate combined total is 754.1 lb (342 kg) with a 180 lb rider, based on the representative wet/running weight used on this page.
Is the Harley-Davidson XL 883 Sportster 883 strong for its weight?
The calculated range is 11.84 hp per 100 lb. This ratio is usually more informative for acceleration comparisons than horsepower alone. That places it around the 76th percentile within the compatible Harley-Davidson custom / cruiser power-to-weight comparison.
What is the estimated Harley-Davidson XL 883 Sportster 883 weight with a full tank of gas?
Using the listed dry weight plus the calculated fuel mass, the estimated weight with a full tank is 573.9 lb (260.3 kg) to 575.4 lb (261 kg). That still may not equal official curb weight because dry-weight definitions can exclude other fluids or equipment.
What is the Harley-Davidson XL 883 Sportster 883 dry-to-wet weight difference?
Available years with both measurements show about 19.2 lb (8.7 kg) added between dry and ready-to-ride figures. Fuel explains part of it, while oil, coolant and specification definitions can explain the rest.
What is the Harley-Davidson XL 883 Sportster 883 torque per 100 lb of bike weight?
Available data gives 8.89 lb-ft per 100 lb to 9.33 lb-ft per 100 lb. That ratio helps explain how strong the engine is relative to the bike’s mass, especially at lower speeds.
Motorcycle specifications can vary by model year, market, equipment and the exact dry/curb-weight definition. Calculated fuel-weight and ratio figures on this page are estimates derived from the supplied specifications. Confirm critical figures in the owner’s manual or on the official Harley-Davidson website.