Across 6 covered model years from 1988 to 2000, the Harley-Davidson XLH Sportster 883 Standard motorcycle has supplied wet/running weights ranging from 489.4 lb (222 kg) and dry weights ranging from 518.1 lb (235 kg), depending on model year.
Harley-Davidson XLH Sportster 883 Standard 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.
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How heavy is the Harley-Davidson XLH Sportster 883 Standard?
wet weight
Using a model-level wet weight comparison, the Harley-Davidson XLH Sportster 883 Standard is lighter than about 66.7% of 15 Harley-Davidson classic 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 XLH Sportster 883 Standard weight & related specs
| Model years covered | 1988, 1989, 1990, 1991, 1992, 2000 |
|---|---|
| Wet / running weight | 489.4 lb (222 kg) |
| Dry weight | 518.1 lb (235 kg) |
| Engine displacement | 883 cc |
| Power | 48 hp |
| Torque | 47.9 lb-ft (65 Nm) |
| Fuel capacity | 2.25 US gal (8.5 L) to 4.41 US gal (16.7 L) |
| Full-tank fuel weight (estimated) | 14 lb (6.3 kg) to 27.4 lb (12.4 kg) |
Weight changes by model year
The 1988 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 | 9.81 hp / 100 lb |
|---|---|
| Pounds per horsepower | 10.2 lb / hp |
| Torque per 100 lb | 9.25 lb-ft / 100 lb |
| Displacement per pound | 1.7 cc / lb to 1.8 cc / lb |
| Weight per 100 cc | 55.4 lb / 100 cc to 58.7 lb / 100 cc |
| Fuel weight as % of bike weight | 2.9% to 5.3% |
| Weight with full tank | 545.5 lb (247.4 kg) |
What the weight numbers tell you
Harley-Davidson XLH Sportster 883 Standard weight FAQ
How much does the Harley-Davidson XLH Sportster 883 Standard weigh?
For the model years covered here, wet/running weight is 489.4 lb (222 kg), while dry weight is 518.1 lb (235 kg). Do not treat dry and wet figures as interchangeable.
How does the Harley-Davidson XLH Sportster 883 Standard weight compare with similar Harley-Davidsons?
Relatively light. On a model-level comparison, it is lighter than about 66.7% of 15 Harley-Davidson classic motorcycles with the same weight basis.
Are all Harley-Davidson XLH Sportster 883 Standard model years the same weight?
The supplied comparable weight values do not show a meaningful change across the 1988, 1989, 1990, 1991, 1992, 2000 years covered here.
What does a full tank of gas weigh on the Harley-Davidson XLH Sportster 883 Standard?
A full tank works out to about 14 lb (6.3 kg) to 27.4 lb (12.4 kg) from the listed 2.25 US gal (8.5 L) to 4.41 US gal (16.7 L) capacity. Actual fuel density varies slightly, so treat it as a practical estimate.
What does the Harley-Davidson XLH Sportster 883 Standard weigh with a 180 lb rider?
The approximate combined total is 669.4 lb (303.6 kg) with a 180 lb rider, based on the representative wet/running weight used on this page.
Is the Harley-Davidson XLH Sportster 883 Standard strong for its weight?
The calculated range is 9.81 hp per 100 lb. This ratio is usually more informative for acceleration comparisons than horsepower alone. That places it around the 31st percentile within the compatible Harley-Davidson classic power-to-weight comparison.
How much heavier is the Harley-Davidson XLH Sportster 883 Standard with a full tank?
Based on the available dry-weight and tank-capacity data, a full-tank estimate is 545.5 lb (247.4 kg). Oil, coolant and market-specific equipment can still make actual ready-to-ride weight different.
How much torque does the Harley-Davidson XLH Sportster 883 Standard have per 100 lb?
Available data gives 9.25 lb-ft per 100 lb. That ratio helps explain how strong the engine is relative to the bike’s mass, especially at lower speeds.
What is the Harley-Davidson XLH Sportster 883 Standard displacement per pound?
The model has about 1.7 cc per lb to 1.8 cc per lb in the available data. This simply shows how much engine displacement there is for each pound of motorcycle weight.
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.