At the heart of the 2008 Harley-Davidson XL883R Sportster custom - cruiser motorcycle, Harley-Davidson features a 883 cc (53.9 cu in) air-cooled v2, four-stroke configuration. In factory specification, maximum torque reaches 70 Nm (51.6 lb-ft) at 3,750 rpm, transferring power to the rear wheel through a 5-speed gearbox and belt final drive. Internal engine geometry specifies a bore and stroke of 76.2 x 96.8 mm (3.0 x 3.8 inches) with a 8.9:1 compression ratio.
On the scales, the XL883R Sportster measures 251 kg (553 lbs) dry. Rider ergonomics and chassis geometry center around a 1,520 mm (59.8 in) wheelbase engineered for balanced agility and highway composure. The 12.5-liter (3.3 US gal) fuel tank paired with a rated consumption of 60.31 L/100 km provides an estimated theoretical range of roughly 21 km (13 miles) between fill-ups.
Theoretical Range
~21 km (13 mi)
Engine
Displacement883.0 ccm (53.88 cubic inches)
Engine TypeV2, four-stroke
Engine DetailsV2, four-stroke
Torque70.0 Nm (7.1 kgf-m or 51.6 ft.lbs) @ 3750 RPM
Compression8.9:1
Bore x Stroke76.2 x 96.8 mm (3.0 x 3.8 inches)
Fuel SystemInjection. Electronic Sequential Port Fuel Injection (ESPFI)
CoolingAir
Transmission
Gearbox5-speed
Final DriveBelt (final drive)
ClutchMulti-plate with diaphragm spring in oil bath
Performance
Fuel Consumption60.31 litres/100 km (1.7 km/l or 3.90 mpg)
Greenhouse Gases1,399.2 CO2 g/km. (CO2 - Carbon dioxide emission)
ExhaustChrome, staggered shorty exhaust with dual mufflers
Chassis
Rake30.0°
Trail30 mm (1.2 inches)
Wheelbase1520 mm (59.8 inches)
Ground Clearance141 mm (5.6 inches)
Wheels & Brakes
Front Tyre100/90-H19
Rear Tyre100/90-H19
Front BrakesSingle disc
Rear BrakesSingle disc
Dimensions & Weight
Dry Weight251.0 kg (553.4 pounds)
Overall Length2245 mm (88.4 inches)
Fuel Capacity12.50 litres (3.30 US gallons)
Other
StarterElectric
Color OptionsVivid Black, Dark Blue Pearl, Mirage Orange Pearl
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Torque
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Weight
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Fuel Capacity
Fuel capacity helps estimate touring range and how often you may need to stop.
Brakes
Brake setup is worth comparing if you ride in traffic, mountains or with a passenger.
Transmission
Transmission and final drive affect maintenance, smoothness and everyday usability.
