2008 Harley-Davidson XL883R Sportster. Image credits - Harley-Davidson.
General information
Motorcycle name
Harley-Davidson XL883R Sportster
Model year
2008
Category
Custom / cruiser
Rating
3.6 See the detailed rating of design and look, maintenance cost, engine performance, etc. Compare with any other bike.
Engine and transmission
Displacement
883.0 ccm (53.88 cubic inches)
Engine type
V2, four-stroke
Torque
70.0 Nm (7.1 kgf-m or 51.6 ft.lbs) @ 3750 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
Exhaust system
Chrome, staggered shorty exhaust with dual mufflers
Chassis, suspension, brakes and wheels
Rake (fork angle)
30.0°
Trail
30 mm (1.2 inches)
Front tire
100/90-H19
Rear tire
100/90-H19
Front brakes
Single disc
Rear brakes
Single disc
Physical measures and capacities
Dry weight
251.0 kg (553.4 pounds)
Overall length
2245 mm (88.4 inches)
Ground clearance
141 mm (5.6 inches)
Wheelbase
1520 mm (59.8 inches)
Fuel capacity
12.50 litres (3.30 US gallons)
Other specifications
Color options
Vivid Black, Dark Blue Pearl, Mirage Orange Pearl
Starter
Electric
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