The Harley-Davidson XL883N Sportster Iron 883 motorcycle specifications include a 883.3 cc (53.90 cu in) engine, a 5-speed gearbox, and a listed weight of 256.3 kg (565 lb).
Key specifications
How the Harley-Davidson XL883N Sportster Iron 883 compares
This compares the motorcycle with all Harley-Davidson models in this specifications database. The blue marker is this model and the grey line is the Harley-Davidson database average.
About 31% lower than the Harley-Davidson database average. Around the 22nd percentile across Harley-Davidson models.
About 18% lighter than the Harley-Davidson database average. Around the 20th percentile across Harley-Davidson models.
About 5% lower than the Harley-Davidson database average. Around the 16th percentile across Harley-Davidson models.
About 27% smaller than the Harley-Davidson database average. Around the 13th percentile across Harley-Davidson models.
Harley-Davidson database percentile rankings
Percentiles show where this motorcycle sits across the Harley-Davidson specifications database. They are descriptive database rankings, not performance ratings.
883 cc — larger displacement than about 22% of Harley-Davidson models.
256.3 kg — heavier than about 20% of Harley-Davidson models, or lighter than about 80%.
653 mm — taller than about 16% of Harley-Davidson models.
12.5 L — larger than about 13% of Harley-Davidson fuel tanks in this database.
Dimensions compared with Harley-Davidson average
Each measurement is compared with the average value across Harley-Davidson models where that dimension is available.
2,179
2,376
8% below average.
1,519
1,599
5% below average.
653
689
5% below average.
99
128
23% below average.
Mechanical overview
Additional useful specifications
| Front tire size | 100/90-B19 |
|---|---|
| Rear tire size | 150/80-B16 |
| Engine oil capacity | 2.60 L (2.75 US qt) |
| Estimated theoretical fuel range | 271 km |
| Bore/stroke ratio | 0.79:1 (Undersquare) |
Model information
| Year released | 2012 |
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Engine specifications
| Engine type | V2, four-stroke |
|---|---|
| Displacement | 883.3 cc (53.90 cu in) |
| Torque | 74.6 Nm (7.6 kgf-m or 55.0 ft.lbs) @ 3,500 rpm |
| Bore × stroke | 76.2 x 96.8 mm (3.0 x 3.8 inches) |
| Compression ratio | 8.9:1 |
| Cooling system | Air |
| Fuel system | Injection. Electronic Sequential Port Fuel Injection (ESPFI) |
| Starter | Electric |
| Lubrication | Dry-sump |
| Oil capacity | 2.60 L (2.75 US qt) |
Transmission and drivetrain
| Gearbox | 5-speed |
|---|---|
| Final drive | Belt (final drive) |
| Clutch | Multi-plate with diaphragm spring in oil bath |
Chassis and suspension
| Frame | Mild steel, tubular frame; circular sections; cast junctions |
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| Front suspension | 39 mm |
| Rear suspension | Mild steel, rectangular tube section, stamped junctions, MIG welded swing-arm. Coil-over; preload dual-adjustable shocks. |
| Front wheel travel | 92 mm (3.6 inches) |
| Rear wheel travel | 54 mm (2.1 inches) |
| Rake | 30.5° |
| Trail | 117 mm (4.6 inches) |
Brakes, wheels and tires
| Front brakes | Single disc. Dual-piston |
|---|---|
| Rear brakes | Single disc. Single-piston |
| Front tire | 100/90-B19 |
| Rear tire | 150/80-B16 |
| Wheels | Black, 13-Spoke Cast Aluminum |
Dimensions and weight
| Wet weight | 256.3 kg (565 lb) |
|---|---|
| Dry weight | 248.6 kg (548 lb) |
| Seat height | 653 mm (25.7 inches) |
| Overall length | 2,179 mm (85.8 inches) |
| Wheelbase | 1,519 mm (59.8 inches) |
| Ground clearance | 99 mm (3.9 inches) |
Fuel and emissions
| Fuel capacity | 12.49 L (3.30 US gal) |
|---|---|
| Fuel consumption | 4.61 L/100 km (21.7 km/l or 51.02 mpg) |
| Greenhouse gases | 107.0 CO 2 g/km. (CO2 – Carbon dioxide emission) |
Electrical and instruments
| Electrical | Sealed lead acid battery, maintenance-free, 12V, 12 amp/hour, 200 cca. |
|---|---|
| Instruments | Handlebar-mounted electronic speedometer with odometer, time-of-day clock, dual tripmeter, low fuel warning light, low oil pressure light, engine diagnostics readout, LED indicator lights |
Other specifications
| Color options | Big Blue Pearl, Ember Red Sunglo, Black Denim |
|---|---|
| Seat | Classic solo seat |
| Exhaust system | Chrome, staggered shorty exhaust with dual mufflers |
| Factory warranty | 24 months, unlimited mileage. |
| Price as new | US$ 7999. Euro 8120. UK £ 6699. MSRP depends on country, taxes, accessories, etc. |
Disclaimer: Specifications may vary by market, trim, production date and optional equipment, and scraped or historical data can contain errors. Comparison and percentile values are calculated from Harley-Davidson models in this specifications database. Always double-check important specifications against the motorcycle owner’s/service manual and official Harley-Davidson information before relying on them. Visit the official Harley-Davidson website.