The Harley-Davidson XL883R Sportster motorcycle dimensions for 2008 is length 88.4 in (2,245 mm), wheelbase 59.8 in (1,520 mm), and the ground clearance is 5.6 in (141 mm).
Harley-Davidson XL883R Sportster 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
Wheelbase / length
67.7% 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 28.5 in (725 mm) combined beyond the axle-to-axle distance.
Clearance / wheelbase
9.3%. 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 | 59.8 in (1,520 mm) | 64.2 in (1,630 mm) | 4.3 in below median |
| Ground clearance | 5.6 in (141 mm) | 4.9 in (125 mm) | 0.6 in above median |
Harley-Davidson XL883R Sportster dimensions FAQ
Does the Harley-Davidson XL883R Sportster have a short or long wheelbase?
The representative wheelbase is 59.8 in (1,520 mm), giving the Harley-Davidson XL883R Sportster a very short wheelbase for its category. 4.3 in below the category median. The wheelbase is about 67.7% of overall length.
How much ground clearance does the Harley-Davidson XL883R Sportster have?
The representative ground clearance is 5.6 in (141 mm), which is higher-than-typical ground clearance. 0.6 in above the category median.
Is the Harley-Davidson XL883R Sportster compact or large?
The representative overall length is 88.4 in (2,245 mm), making the Harley-Davidson XL883R Sportster very compact for its category. 4.4 in below the category median.
What is the main dimension takeaway for the Harley-Davidson XL883R Sportster?
The main listed figures are overall length 88.4 in (2,245 mm), wheelbase 59.8 in (1,520 mm), and ground clearance 5.6 in (141 mm). Its clearance-to-wheelbase ratio is about 9.3%, which is a simple way to relate ground clearance to the bike’s axle spacing.