Built around Harley-Davidson's custom - cruiser motorcycle platform, the 2000 Harley-Davidson XLH Sportster 883 Custom - XL 53 C Sportster Custom utilizes a 883 cc (53.9 cu in) air-cooled v2, four-stroke layout. In factory specification, peak output is rated at 50 HP (36.5 kW) at 6,000 rpm while maximum torque reaches 65 Nm (47.9 lb-ft) at 4,100 rpm, transferring power to the rear wheel through a 5-speed gearbox and belt final drive. With a specific output of 56.6 HP per liter and a 1,900 rpm working window between peak torque (4,100 rpm) and peak power (6,000 rpm), the engine character is prioritizing low-RPM tractability, mechanical longevity and relaxed throttle response over peak redline numbers.
On the scales, the XLH Sportster 883 Custom - XL 53 C Sportster Custom measures 235 kg (518 lbs) dry, translating to a power-to-weight ratio of 0.21 HP/kg (4.7 kg per horsepower). Rider ergonomics and chassis geometry center around a 700 mm (27.6 in) seat height — giving shorter riders and urban commuters confident flat-foot reach at traffic stops, combined with a 1,510 mm (59.4 in) wheelbase engineered for balanced agility and highway composure. The 16.7-liter (4.4 US gal) fuel tank supports practical everyday commuting and weekend road stints, while factory top speed is listed at 150 km/h (93 mph).
Specific Output
56.6 HP/L
Power-to-Weight
0.21 HP/kg (4.7 kg/HP)
Power Band Window
4,100–6,000 rpm
Standover Height
700 mm (27.6 in)
Engine
Displacement883.0 ccm (53.88 cubic inches)
Engine TypeV2, four-stroke
Engine DetailsV2, four-stroke
Power50.0 HP (36.5 kW)) @ 6000 RPM
Torque65.0 Nm (6.6 kgf-m or 47.9 ft.lbs) @ 4100 RPM
CoolingAir
Transmission
Gearbox5-speed
Final DriveBelt (final drive)
Performance
Top Speed150.0 km/h (93.2 mph)
Chassis
Wheelbase1510 mm (59.4 inches)
Wheels & Brakes
Front BrakesSingle disc
Rear BrakesSingle disc
Dimensions & Weight
Dry Weight235.0 kg (518.1 pounds)
Power/Weight0.2128 HP/kg
Seat Height700 mm (27.6 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting.
Fuel Capacity16.70 litres (4.41 US gallons)
Other
Color OptionsBlack, lilac, yellow, orange, blue, gray, white, red
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