Across the 2004 and 2005 model years, the Harley-Davidson XL 883 Sportster motorcycle has supplied wet/running weights ranging from 579.8 lb (263 kg) to 582.9 lb (264.4 kg) and dry weights ranging from 553.4 lb (251 kg), depending on model year.
Harley-Davidson XL 883 Sportster 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?
wet weight
Using a model-level wet weight comparison, the Harley-Davidson XL 883 Sportster is lighter than about 76.5% 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 weight & related specs
| Model years covered | 2004, 2005 |
|---|---|
| Wet / running weight | 579.8 lb (263 kg) to 582.9 lb (264.4 kg) |
| Dry weight | 553.4 lb (251 kg) |
| Engine displacement | 883 cc |
| Torque | 50.9 lb-ft (69 Nm) |
| Fuel capacity | 3.41 US gal (12.9 L) |
| Full-tank fuel weight (estimated) | 21.2 lb (9.6 kg) |
Weight changes by model year
The 2004 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
| Torque per 100 lb | 8.73 lb-ft / 100 lb to 8.78 lb-ft / 100 lb |
|---|---|
| Displacement per pound | 1.51 cc / lb |
| Weight per 100 cc | 65.7 lb / 100 cc to 66 lb / 100 cc |
| Fuel weight as % of bike weight | 3.6% to 3.7% |
| Weight with full tank | 574.5 lb (260.6 kg) |
What the weight numbers tell you
Harley-Davidson XL 883 Sportster weight FAQ
How much does the Harley-Davidson XL 883 Sportster weigh?
For the model years covered here, wet/running weight is 579.8 lb (263 kg) to 582.9 lb (264.4 kg), while dry weight is 553.4 lb (251 kg). Do not treat dry and wet figures as interchangeable.
How does the Harley-Davidson XL 883 Sportster weight compare with similar Harley-Davidsons?
Relatively light. On a model-level comparison, it is lighter than about 76.5% of 168 Harley-Davidson custom/cruiser motorcycles with the same weight basis.
Are all Harley-Davidson XL 883 Sportster 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?
A full tank works out to about 21.2 lb (9.6 kg) from the listed 3.41 US gal (12.9 L) capacity. Actual fuel density varies slightly, so treat it as a practical estimate.
What does the Harley-Davidson XL 883 Sportster weigh with a 180 lb rider?
The approximate combined total is 761.4 lb (345.3 kg) with a 180 lb rider, based on the representative wet/running weight used on this page.
What is the estimated Harley-Davidson XL 883 Sportster weight with a full tank of gas?
The page calculates about 574.5 lb (260.6 kg) with a full tank by adding the listed fuel mass to the dry figure. Treat this as a practical estimate, not an official Harley-Davidson curb-weight number.
How much heavier is the Harley-Davidson XL 883 Sportster wet than dry?
Available years with both measurements show about 26.5 lb (12 kg) to 29.5 lb (13.4 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 torque-to-weight ratio?
Available data gives 8.73 lb-ft per 100 lb to 8.78 lb-ft per 100 lb. That ratio helps explain how strong the engine is relative to the bike’s mass, especially at lower speeds.
How large is the Harley-Davidson XL 883 Sportster engine for its weight?
The model has about 1.51 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.