The Harley-Davidson Sportster XL 883N Iron 883 motorcycle dimensions for 2010 is length 88.4 in (2,245 mm), wheelbase 59.4 in (1,510 mm), seat height 28.9 in (735 mm), and the ground clearance is 4.7 in (120 mm).
Harley-Davidson Sportster XL 883N Iron 883 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 28.9 in — one of the highest seat heights in its category. This is a geometry comparison, not a guarantee of rider fit.
Wheelbase / length
67.3% 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 28.9 in (735 mm) combined beyond the axle-to-axle distance.
Clearance / wheelbase
7.9%. 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 | 88.4 in (2,245 mm) | 92.8 in (2,357 mm) | 4.4 in below median |
| Wheelbase | 59.4 in (1,510 mm) | 64.2 in (1,630 mm) | 4.7 in below median |
| Seat height | 28.9 in (735 mm) | 26.7 in (678 mm) | 2.2 in above median |
| Ground clearance | 4.7 in (120 mm) | 4.9 in (125 mm) | 0.2 in below median |
Harley-Davidson Sportster XL 883N Iron 883 dimensions FAQ
Is the Harley-Davidson Sportster XL 883N Iron 883 seat height low or tall?
The representative seat height is 28.9 in (735 mm), which is one of the highest seat heights in its category. 2.2 in above the category median.
Does the Harley-Davidson Sportster XL 883N Iron 883 have a short or long wheelbase?
The representative wheelbase is 59.4 in (1,510 mm), giving the Harley-Davidson Sportster XL 883N Iron 883 a very short wheelbase for its category. 4.7 in below the category median. The wheelbase is about 67.3% of overall length.
How much ground clearance does the Harley-Davidson Sportster XL 883N Iron 883 have?
The representative ground clearance is 4.7 in (120 mm), which is lower-than-typical ground clearance. 0.2 in below the category median.
Is the Harley-Davidson Sportster XL 883N Iron 883 compact or large?
The representative overall length is 88.4 in (2,245 mm), making the Harley-Davidson Sportster XL 883N Iron 883 very compact for its category. 4.4 in below the category median.
What is the main dimension takeaway for the Harley-Davidson Sportster XL 883N Iron 883?
The main listed figures are overall length 88.4 in (2,245 mm), wheelbase 59.4 in (1,510 mm), seat height 28.9 in (735 mm), and ground clearance 4.7 in (120 mm). Its clearance-to-wheelbase ratio is about 7.9%, which is a simple way to relate ground clearance to the bike’s axle spacing.