For the 2012 model year, the Harley-Davidson XL883L Sportster SuperLow motorcycle has a supplied wet/running weight of 563.1 lb (255.4 kg) and a dry weight of 535.9 lb (243.1 kg).
Harley-Davidson XL883L Sportster SuperLow 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 XL883L Sportster SuperLow?
wet weight
Using a model-level wet weight comparison, the Harley-Davidson XL883L Sportster SuperLow is lighter than about 88.1% 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 XL883L Sportster SuperLow weight & related specs
| Model years covered | 2012 |
|---|---|
| Wet / running weight | 563.1 lb (255.4 kg) |
| Dry weight | 535.9 lb (243.1 kg) |
| Engine displacement | 883.3 cc |
| Torque | 55 lb-ft (74.6 Nm) |
| Fuel capacity | 4.5 US gal (17.03 L) |
| Full-tank fuel weight (estimated) | 28 lb (12.7 kg) |
Useful weight calculations
| Torque per 100 lb | 9.77 lb-ft / 100 lb |
|---|---|
| Displacement per pound | 1.57 cc / lb |
| Weight per 100 cc | 63.7 lb / 100 cc |
| Fuel weight as % of bike weight | 5% |
| Weight with full tank | 563.9 lb (255.8 kg) |
What the weight numbers tell you
Harley-Davidson XL883L Sportster SuperLow weight FAQ
How much does the Harley-Davidson XL883L Sportster SuperLow weigh?
For the model years covered here, wet/running weight is 563.1 lb (255.4 kg), while dry weight is 535.9 lb (243.1 kg). Do not treat dry and wet figures as interchangeable.
How does the Harley-Davidson XL883L Sportster SuperLow weight compare with similar Harley-Davidsons?
Relatively light. On a model-level comparison, it is lighter than about 88.1% of 168 Harley-Davidson custom/cruiser motorcycles with the same weight basis.
What does a full tank of gas weigh on the Harley-Davidson XL883L Sportster SuperLow?
A full tank works out to about 28 lb (12.7 kg) from the listed 4.5 US gal (17.03 L) capacity. Actual fuel density varies slightly, so treat it as a practical estimate.
What does the Harley-Davidson XL883L Sportster SuperLow weigh with a 180 lb rider?
The approximate combined total is 743.1 lb (337 kg) with a 180 lb rider, based on the representative wet/running weight used on this page.
What is the difference between Harley-Davidson XL883L Sportster SuperLow dry and wet weight?
Available years with both measurements show about 27.1 lb (12.3 kg) added between dry and ready-to-ride figures. Fuel explains part of it, while oil, coolant and specification definitions can explain the rest.
How much torque does the Harley-Davidson XL883L Sportster SuperLow have per 100 lb?
Available data gives 9.77 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 XL883L Sportster SuperLow displacement per pound?
The model has about 1.57 cc per lb in the available data. This simply shows how much engine displacement there is for each pound of motorcycle weight.
What is the Harley-Davidson XL883L Sportster SuperLow weight difference versus the category median?
The representative wet weight is about 108.9 lb (49.4 kg) lighter than the median Harley-Davidson custom/cruiser motorcycle weight of 672 lb (304.8 kg) in this dataset.
Is the Harley-Davidson XL883L Sportster SuperLow easy to move around by hand?
Yes, the mass is substantial enough to matter at walking speed. Parking direction, slope and secure footing become important because recovering the bike from a lean takes more effort.
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.