2012 Harley-Davidson XL883R Sportster 883 R Roadster

Harley-Davidson XL883R Sportster 883 R Roadster 2012


2012 Harley-Davidson XL883R Sportster 883 R Roadster specifications, pictures, reviews and rating

2012 Harley-Davidson XL883R Sportster 883 R Roadster
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Harley-Davidson's profilation of this bike
Bolted onto the 883 Roadster is a classic, tapered peanut style fuel tank with exclusive Harley-Davidson® racing graphic. The traditional peanut styling combined with race-inspired checkered flag detail gives the bike a cool, old school Sportster® look.

General information
Model Harley-Davidson XL883R Sportster 883 R Roadster
Year 2012
Category Custom / cruiser
Rating 3.3  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
Engine details Air-cooled, Evolution®. Silver, powder-coated engine with polished covers.
Torque 70.0 Nm (7.1 kgf-m or 51.6 ft.lbs) @ 3750 RPM
Compression 9.0:1
Bore x stroke 76.2 x 96.8 mm (3.0 x 3.8 inches)
Fuel system Injection. Electronic Sequential Port Fuel Injection (ESPFI)
Lubrication system Dry-sump
Cooling system Air
Gearbox 5-speed
Transmission type Belt (final drive)
Clutch 9-plate, wet
Driveline Belt, 28/68 ratio. Primary drive: Chain, 34/57 ratio.
Exhaust system Chrome, staggered shorty exhaust with dual mufflers
Chassis, suspension, brakes and wheels
Frame type Mild steel tubular frame; circular sections; cast junctions
Rake (fork angle) 30.0°
Front suspension 39mm
Front wheel travel 141 mm (5.6 inches)
Rear suspension Coil-over
Rear wheel travel 104 mm (4.1 inches)
Front tire 100/90-19
Rear tire 150/80-16
Front brakes Single disc. Dual-piston
Diameter 292 mm (11.5 inches)
Rear brakes Single disc. Single-piston
Diameter 260 mm (10.2 inches)
Wheels Tyres
Physical measures and capacities
Dry weight 251.0 kg (553.4 pounds)
Weight incl. oil, gas, etc 255.4 kg (563.0 pounds)
Seat height 760 mm (29.9 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting.
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)
Oil capacity 2.60 litres (2.75 US quarts)
Other specifications
Color options Vivid Black, Brilliant Silver Pearl, Mirage Orange Pearl
Starter Electric
Instruments Handlebars-mounted electronic speedometer with odometer;
Electrical Sealed lead acid battery, maintenance-free, 12V, 12 amp/hour, 200 cca.
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