The Harley-Davidson XL883L Sportster SuperLow motorcycle dimensions for 2012 is length 86.1 in (2,187 mm), wheelbase 59.3 in (1,506 mm), seat height 25.5 in (648 mm), and the ground clearance is 3.8 in (97 mm).
Harley-Davidson XL883L Sportster SuperLow dimensions at a glance
Dimension charts
Position within similar Harley-Davidson models
Representative dimensions shown within the observed range for comparable Harley-Davidson models in the same category.
Compared with the category median
Percentile and median comparisons use the same comparable Harley-Davidson model group.
Useful dimension ratios
Seat height feel
About 25.5 in — a very low seat height for its category. This is a geometry comparison, not a guarantee of rider fit.
Wheelbase / length
68.9% of overall length. This shows how much of the bike’s total length is axle-to-axle distance rather than overhang.
Length beyond wheelbase
About 26.8 in (681 mm) combined beyond the axle-to-axle distance.
Clearance / wheelbase
6.4%. A simple ratio showing listed ground clearance relative to wheelbase.
How its dimensions compare
Compared with other Harley-Davidson models in the same Bikez category where enough usable data is available.
| Dimension | This model | Category median | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Overall length | 86.1 in (2,187 mm) | 92.8 in (2,357 mm) | 6.7 in below median |
| Wheelbase | 59.3 in (1,506 mm) | 64.2 in (1,630 mm) | 4.9 in below median |
| Seat height | 25.5 in (648 mm) | 26.7 in (678 mm) | 1.2 in below median |
| Ground clearance | 3.8 in (97 mm) | 4.9 in (125 mm) | 1.1 in below median |
Harley-Davidson XL883L Sportster SuperLow dimensions FAQ
Is the Harley-Davidson XL883L Sportster SuperLow seat height low or tall?
The representative seat height is 25.5 in (648 mm), which is a very low seat height for its category. 1.2 in below the category median.
Does the Harley-Davidson XL883L Sportster SuperLow have a short or long wheelbase?
The representative wheelbase is 59.3 in (1,506 mm), giving the Harley-Davidson XL883L Sportster SuperLow a very short wheelbase for its category. 4.9 in below the category median. The wheelbase is about 68.9% of overall length.
How much ground clearance does the Harley-Davidson XL883L Sportster SuperLow have?
The representative ground clearance is 3.8 in (97 mm), which is very low ground clearance for its category. 1.1 in below the category median.
Is the Harley-Davidson XL883L Sportster SuperLow compact or large?
The representative overall length is 86.1 in (2,187 mm), making the Harley-Davidson XL883L Sportster SuperLow very compact for its category. 6.7 in below the category median.
What is the main dimension takeaway for the Harley-Davidson XL883L Sportster SuperLow?
The main listed figures are overall length 86.1 in (2,187 mm), wheelbase 59.3 in (1,506 mm), seat height 25.5 in (648 mm), and ground clearance 3.8 in (97 mm). Its clearance-to-wheelbase ratio is about 6.4%, which is a simple way to relate ground clearance to the bike’s axle spacing.