2008 Harley-Davidson XL883 Sportster

Harley-Davidson XL883 Sportster 2008


2008 Harley-Davidson XL883 Sportster specifications, pictures, reviews and rating

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General information
Motorcycle name Harley-Davidson XL883 Sportster
Model year 2008
Category Custom / cruiser
Price as newUS$ 6695. MSRP depends on country, taxes, accessories, etc.
Rating 3.8  See the detailed rating of design and look, maintenance cost, engine performance, etc. Compare with any other bike.
Engine and transmission
Displacement 883.3 ccm (53.90 cubic inches)
Engine type V2, four-stroke
Torque 74.6 Nm (7.6 kgf-m or 55.0 ft.lbs) @ 3500 RPM
Compression 8.9:1
Bore x stroke 76.2 x 96.8 mm (3.0 x 3.8 inches)
Fuel system Injection. Electronic Sequential Port Fuel Injection (ESPFI)
Cooling system Air
Gearbox 5-speed
Transmission type Belt (final drive)
Clutch Multi-plate with diaphragm spring in oil bath
Fuel consumption 3.92 litres/100 km (25.5 km/l or 60.01 mpg)
Greenhouse gases 90.9 CO2 g/km. (CO2 - Carbon dioxide emission)
Exhaust system Chrome, staggered shorty exhaust with dual mufflers
Chassis, suspension, brakes and wheels
Rake (fork angle) 29.6°
Trail 117 mm (4.6 inches)
Front tire 100/90-H19
Rear tire 150/80-B16
Front brakes Single disc
Rear brakes Single disc
Physical measures and capacities
Dry weight 255.4 kg (563.0 pounds)
Weight incl. oil, gas, etc 264.4 kg (583.0 pounds)
Seat height 744 mm (29.3 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting.
Overall length 2289 mm (90.1 inches)
Ground clearance 142 mm (5.6 inches)
Wheelbase 1524 mm (60.0 inches)
Fuel capacity 12.49 litres (3.30 US gallons)
Other specifications
Color options Vivid Black, Pacific Blue Pearl.
Starter Electric
Comments Rubber-mounted, 883cc Evolution® engine; Silver powder-coated engine (including cylinders and cylinder heads) with polished covers; low-rise handlebar; classic solo seat; mid-mounted foot controls
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