2003 Harley-Davidson XL 883R Sportster. Image by Harley-Davidson. Published with permission..
General information
Motorcycle name
Harley-Davidson XL 883R Sportster
Year
2003
Category
Custom / cruiser
Rating
3.9 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
68.0 Nm (6.9 kgf-m or 50.2 ft.lbs) @ 4400 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
Inductive, battery-powered,V Fire III
Lubrication system
Dry sump
Cooling system
Air
Transmission type
Belt (final drive)
Chassis, suspension, brakes and wheels
Frame type
Steel, twin cradle
Rake (fork angle)
29.0°
Trail
117 mm (4.6 inches)
Front suspension
Conventional cartridge forks
Rear suspension
Dual hydraulic shock absorbers adjustable for preload
Front tire
100/90-19 57H
Rear tire
130/90-HB16 73H
Front brakes
Single disc. Four-piston calipers.
Diameter
292 mm (11.5 inches)
Rear brakes
Single disc. Four-piston calipers.
Diameter
292 mm (11.5 inches)
Physical measures and capacities
Dry weight
245.0 kg (540.1 pounds)
Seat height
758 mm (29.8 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting.
Overall length
2235 mm (88.0 inches)
Ground clearance
154 mm (6.1 inches)
Wheelbase
1510 mm (59.4 inches)
Fuel capacity
12.50 litres (3.30 US gallons)
Other specifications
Color options
Racing orange
Starter
Electric
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