At the heart of the 2002 Harley-Davidson XLH Sportster 883 custom - cruiser motorcycle, Harley-Davidson utilizes a 883 cc (53.9 cu in) air-cooled v2, four-stroke layout. In factory specification, maximum torque reaches 67 Nm (49.4 lb-ft) at 4,400 rpm, transferring power to the rear wheel through 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 9.0:1 compression ratio.
On the scales, the XLH Sportster 883 measures 235 kg (518 lbs) dry. Rider ergonomics and chassis geometry center around a 711 mm (28 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 12.5-liter (3.3 US gal) fuel tank supports practical everyday commuting and weekend road stints.
Within MotoLibrary's Harley-Davidson archive, this model family spans 3 indexed model years from 1999 to 2003, allowing buyers to track year-over-year changes in emissions tuning, weight and equipment.
Standover Height
711 mm (28 in)
Engine
Displacement883.0 ccm (53.88 cubic inches)
Engine TypeV2, four-stroke
Engine DetailsV2, four-stroke
Torque67.0 Nm (6.8 kgf-m or 49.4 ft.lbs) @ 4400 RPM
Compression9.0:1
Bore x Stroke76.2 x 96.8 mm (3.0 x 3.8 inches)
Fuel SystemCarburettor
CoolingAir
Transmission
Final DriveBelt (final drive)
Chassis
Wheelbase1510 mm (59.4 inches)
Ground Clearance170 mm (6.7 inches)
Wheels & Brakes
Front BrakesSingle disc
Front Brake Ø292 mm (11.5 inches)
Rear BrakesSingle disc
Rear Brake Ø292 mm (11.5 inches)
Dimensions & Weight
Dry Weight235.0 kg (518.1 pounds)
Seat Height711 mm (28.0 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting.
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Torque
Torque is useful for judging real-world pull, especially for touring, commuting and loaded riding.
Seat Height
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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.
