The Harley-Davidson XL883R Sportster R motorcycle dimensions for 2007 is length 90.1 in (2,289 mm), wheelbase 60 in (1,524 mm), seat height 29.9 in (759 mm), and the ground clearance is 5.6 in (142 mm).
Harley-Davidson XL883R Sportster R 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 29.9 in — one of the highest seat heights in its category. This is a geometry comparison, not a guarantee of rider fit.
Wheelbase / length
66.6% 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 30.1 in (765 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 | 90.1 in (2,289 mm) | 93 in (2,362 mm) | 2.9 in below median |
| Wheelbase | 60 in (1,524 mm) | 63.5 in (1,613 mm) | 3.5 in below median |
| Seat height | 29.9 in (759 mm) | 26.8 in (680 mm) | 3.1 in above median |
| Ground clearance | 5.6 in (142 mm) | 4.9 in (125 mm) | 0.7 in above median |
Harley-Davidson XL883R Sportster R dimensions FAQ
Is the Harley-Davidson XL883R Sportster R seat height low or tall?
The representative seat height is 29.9 in (759 mm), which is one of the highest seat heights in its category. 3.1 in above the category median.
Does the Harley-Davidson XL883R Sportster R have a short or long wheelbase?
The representative wheelbase is 60 in (1,524 mm), giving the Harley-Davidson XL883R Sportster R a shorter-than-typical wheelbase. 3.5 in below the category median. The wheelbase is about 66.6% of overall length.
How much ground clearance does the Harley-Davidson XL883R Sportster R have?
The representative ground clearance is 5.6 in (142 mm), which is among the highest ground-clearance figures in its category. 0.7 in above the category median.
Is the Harley-Davidson XL883R Sportster R compact or large?
The representative overall length is 90.1 in (2,289 mm), making the Harley-Davidson XL883R Sportster R shorter than most comparable Harley-Davidson models. 2.9 in below the category median.
What is the main dimension takeaway for the Harley-Davidson XL883R Sportster R?
The main listed figures are overall length 90.1 in (2,289 mm), wheelbase 60 in (1,524 mm), seat height 29.9 in (759 mm), and ground clearance 5.6 in (142 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.