Across the 1986 and 1987 model years, the Harley-Davidson XLH Sportster 883 Evolution De Luxe motorcycle has a listed wet/running weight of 489.4 lb (222 kg).
Harley-Davidson XLH Sportster 883 Evolution De Luxe 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 XLH Sportster 883 Evolution De Luxe?
wet weight
Using a model-level wet weight comparison, the Harley-Davidson XLH Sportster 883 Evolution De Luxe is lighter than about 87.5% of 12 Harley-Davidson sport-touring motorcycles with compatible weight data.
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 XLH Sportster 883 Evolution De Luxe weight & related specs
| Model years covered | 1986, 1987 |
|---|---|
| Wet / running weight | 489.4 lb (222 kg) |
| Engine displacement | 883 cc |
| Fuel capacity | 2.25 US gal (8.5 L) |
| Full-tank fuel weight (estimated) | 14 lb (6.3 kg) |
Weight changes by model year
Useful weight calculations
| Displacement per pound | 1.8 cc / lb |
|---|---|
| Weight per 100 cc | 55.4 lb / 100 cc |
| Fuel weight as % of bike weight | 2.9% |
What the weight numbers tell you
Harley-Davidson XLH Sportster 883 Evolution De Luxe weight FAQ
How much does the Harley-Davidson XLH Sportster 883 Evolution De Luxe weigh?
The available wet/running figure is 489.4 lb (222 kg). This is more representative of the motorcycle you actually push, park and ride than a dry-only specification.
How does the Harley-Davidson XLH Sportster 883 Evolution De Luxe weight compare with similar Harley-Davidsons?
Relatively light. On a model-level comparison, it is lighter than about 87.5% of 12 Harley-Davidson sport-touring motorcycles with the same weight basis.
Are all Harley-Davidson XLH Sportster 883 Evolution De Luxe model years the same weight?
The supplied comparable weight values do not show a meaningful change across the 1986-1987 years covered here.
What does a full tank of gas weigh on the Harley-Davidson XLH Sportster 883 Evolution De Luxe?
A full tank works out to about 14 lb (6.3 kg) from the listed 2.25 US gal (8.5 L) capacity. Actual fuel density varies slightly, so treat it as a practical estimate.
What does the Harley-Davidson XLH Sportster 883 Evolution De Luxe weigh with a 180 lb rider?
The approximate combined total is 669.4 lb (303.6 kg) with a 180 lb rider, based on the representative wet/running weight used on this page.
How large is the Harley-Davidson XLH Sportster 883 Evolution De Luxe engine for its weight?
The model has about 1.8 cc per lb in the available data. This simply shows how much engine displacement there is for each pound of motorcycle weight.
Is the Harley-Davidson XLH Sportster 883 Evolution De Luxe above or below the typical Harley-Davidson sport-touring motorcycle weight?
The representative wet weight is about 121.3 lb (55 kg) lighter than the median Harley-Davidson sport-touring motorcycle weight of 610.7 lb (277 kg) in this dataset.
Is the Harley-Davidson XLH Sportster 883 Evolution De Luxe 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.