2005 Harley-Davidson XL 883 Sportster

Harley-Davidson XL 883 Sportster 2005


2005 Harley-Davidson XL 883 Sportster specifications, pictures, reviews and rating

General information
Model name Harley-Davidson XL 883 Sportster
Year model 2005
Type Custom / cruiser
Rating 3.5  See the detailed rating of design and look, maintenance cost, engine performance, etc. Compare with any other bike.
Engine and transmission
Engine size 883.0 ccm (53.88 cubic inches)
Type of engine V2, four-stroke
Effect 68.0 HP (49.6 kW))
Torque 69.0 Nm (7.0 kgf-m or 50.9 ft.lbs) @ 4200 RPM
Compression 9.0:1
Bore x stroke 76.2 x 96.8 mm (3.0 x 3.8 inches)
Valves per cylinder 2
Fuel system Carburettor
Fuel control Overhead Valves (OHV)
Ignition Digital CDI
Cooling system Air
Gearbox 5-speed
Transmission type Belt (final drive)
Clutch Multi-plate clutch with diaphragm spring in oil bath.
Chassis, suspension, brakes and wheels
Frame type Mild steel, tubular frame, circular sections, cast junctions
Rake (fork angle) 29.6°
Trail 117 mm (4.6 inches)
Front suspension 39mm Telescopic forks
Rear suspension Coil-over, dual-adjustable preload
Front tire 100/90-19
Rear tire 150/80-16
Front brakes Single disc. Two-piston calipers.
Diameter 292 mm (11.5 inches)
Rear brakes Single disc. Single-piston caliper.
Diameter 292 mm (11.5 inches)
Physical measures and capacities
Dry weight 251.0 kg (553.4 pounds)
Weight incl. oil, gas, etc 264.4 kg (582.9 pounds)
Power/weight ratio 0.2709 HP/kg
Seat height 693 mm (27.3 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting.
Overall length 2260 mm (89.0 inches)
Ground clearance 141 mm (5.6 inches)
Wheelbase 1520 mm (59.8 inches)
Fuel capacity 12.90 litres (3.41 US gallons)
Oil capacity 2.80 litres (2.96 US quarts)
Other specifications
Color options Vivid black, brilliant silver pearl, sierra red pearl, chopper blue pearl, two tone purple
Starter Electric
Comments Rubber-mounted engine.
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Maintenance and service specs *
Engine oil SAE 20W-50
Oil filter ProFilter PF-170B
Brake fluid DOT 5 Silicone
Battery YTX14L-BS
Spark plugs NGK DPR7EA-9, NGK DPR7EIX-9
Idle speed 1000 RPM
Sprockets 28/68 (front/rear)
Belt teeth 136
Belt width 1 1/8
Fork tube size 39 mm (1.5 inches)
*) Always verify maintenance and service data with the bike owner's manual.
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