The Harley-Davidson Sportster Roadster motorcycle dimensions for 2017-2019 is length 86.1 in (2,187 mm), wheelbase 59.3 in (1,505 mm), seat height 30.9 in (785 mm), and the ground clearance is 5.9 in (150 mm).
Harley-Davidson Sportster Roadster dimensions at a glance
Specification differences by model year
Useful dimension ratios
Seat height feel
About 30.9 in — fairly low by general motorcycle standards. This is a geometry comparison, not a guarantee of rider fit.
Wheelbase / length
68.8% 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 26.9 in (682 mm) combined beyond the axle-to-axle distance.
Clearance / wheelbase
10%. A simple ratio showing listed ground clearance relative to wheelbase.
Harley-Davidson Sportster Roadster dimensions FAQ
Is the Harley-Davidson Sportster Roadster seat height low or tall?
The representative seat height is 30.9 in (785 mm), which is fairly low by general motorcycle standards.
Does the Harley-Davidson Sportster Roadster have a short or long wheelbase?
The representative wheelbase is 59.3 in (1,505 mm), which is long by general motorcycle standards. The wheelbase is about 68.8% of overall length.
How much ground clearance does the Harley-Davidson Sportster Roadster have?
The representative ground clearance is 5.9 in (150 mm), which is moderate by general motorcycle standards.
Is the Harley-Davidson Sportster Roadster compact or large?
The representative overall length is 86.1 in (2,187 mm), making the Harley-Davidson Sportster Roadster fairly long for a motorcycle.
Did the Harley-Davidson Sportster Roadster dimensions change much by year?
Not really based on the supplied comparable figures. The available model-year data does not show a meaningful geometry change.
What is the main dimension takeaway for the Harley-Davidson Sportster Roadster?
The main listed figures are overall length 86.1 in (2,187 mm), wheelbase 59.3 in (1,505 mm), seat height 30.9 in (785 mm), and ground clearance 5.9 in (150 mm). Its clearance-to-wheelbase ratio is about 10%, which is a simple way to relate ground clearance to the bike’s axle spacing.