Across the 1999, 2002 and 2003 model years, the Harley-Davidson XLH Sportster 883 motorcycle has supplied dry weights ranging from 507.1 lb (230 kg) to 518.1 lb (235 kg).
Harley-Davidson XLH Sportster 883 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. The comparison uses dry weight because a usable wet/running figure was not supplied, so the actual ready-to-ride motorcycle will be heavier.
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How heavy is the Harley-Davidson XLH Sportster 883?
dry weight
Using a model-level dry weight comparison, the Harley-Davidson XLH Sportster 883 is lighter than about 85.3% of 51 Harley-Davidson custom/cruiser motorcycles with compatible weight data.
Dry weight range
Bike + rider total weight
These totals use the model’s representative dry weight. They exclude riding gear, luggage and a passenger.
Harley-Davidson XLH Sportster 883 weight & related specs
| Model years covered | 1999, 2002, 2003 |
|---|---|
| Dry weight | 507.1 lb (230 kg) to 518.1 lb (235 kg) |
| Engine displacement | 883 cc |
| Power | 50 hp |
| Torque | 49.4 lb-ft (67 Nm) |
| Fuel capacity | 3.3 US gal (12.5 L) |
| Full-tank fuel weight (estimated) | 20.5 lb (9.3 kg) |
Weight changes by model year
The 1999 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
| Horsepower per 100 lb | 9.86 hp / 100 lb |
|---|---|
| Pounds per horsepower | 10.14 lb / hp |
| Torque per 100 lb | 9.54 lb-ft / 100 lb |
| Displacement per pound | 1.7 cc / lb to 1.74 cc / lb |
| Weight per 100 cc | 57.4 lb / 100 cc to 58.7 lb / 100 cc |
| Fuel weight as % of bike weight | 4% to 4% |
| Weight with full tank | 527.6 lb (239.3 kg) to 538.6 lb (244.3 kg) |
What the weight numbers tell you
Harley-Davidson XLH Sportster 883 weight FAQ
How much does the Harley-Davidson XLH Sportster 883 weigh?
The source data gives 507.1 lb (230 kg) to 518.1 lb (235 kg) as dry weight. A fueled, road-ready bike will weigh more than this figure.
How does the Harley-Davidson XLH Sportster 883 weight compare with similar Harley-Davidsons?
Relatively light. On a model-level comparison, it is lighter than about 85.3% of 51 Harley-Davidson custom/cruiser motorcycles with the same weight basis.
Are all Harley-Davidson XLH Sportster 883 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 XLH Sportster 883?
A full tank works out to about 20.5 lb (9.3 kg) from the listed 3.3 US gal (12.5 L) capacity. Actual fuel density varies slightly, so treat it as a practical estimate.
What does the Harley-Davidson XLH Sportster 883 weigh with a 180 lb rider?
The approximate combined total is 698.1 lb (316.6 kg) with a 180 lb rider, based on the representative dry weight used on this page.
Is the Harley-Davidson XLH Sportster 883 strong for its weight?
The calculated range is 9.86 hp per 100 lb. This ratio is usually more informative for acceleration comparisons than horsepower alone. That places it around the 57th percentile within the compatible Harley-Davidson custom / cruiser power-to-weight comparison.
How much heavier will the Harley-Davidson XLH Sportster 883 be than its dry weight?
Do not treat dry weight as curb weight. Adding the listed fuel capacity alone produces roughly 527.6 lb (239.3 kg) to 538.6 lb (244.3 kg); the true ready-to-ride figure can still differ because dry-weight definitions vary.
What is the Harley-Davidson XLH Sportster 883 full-tank weight estimate?
The page calculates about 527.6 lb (239.3 kg) to 538.6 lb (244.3 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.
What is the Harley-Davidson XLH Sportster 883 torque-to-weight ratio?
Available data gives 9.54 lb-ft per 100 lb. That ratio helps explain how strong the engine is relative to the bike’s mass, especially at lower speeds.
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.