2010 Harley-Davidson Sportster 883 Low

The 883 Low offers all the style and character of a much more expensive bike, at an entry-level price of $6,999. Its low seat height and comfortable ergonomics make the 883 Low an unintimidating choice for anyone who wants to jump in the saddle.

Born on the gritty dirt tracks and drag strips of the 1950s, the Harley-Davidson® Sportster® represents the uninhibited essence of motorcycling. Today’s Sportster combines soulful styling with the flat torque delivery and distinctive sound of an American V-Twin engine. Among the most-affordable Harley-Davidson models, Sportster motorcycles offer a low, comfortable seat and smooth clutch effort.

Base MSRP $6,999

Model Highlights
• Silver powder-coated engine with polished covers
• Low front and rear suspension
• Chrome exhaust with dual staggered shorty mufflers
• Classic 3.3-gallon fuel tank
• Silver, 13-spoke cast aluminum wheels
• Full-coverage rear fender with chrome supports
• Sportster® Classic solo seat
• Black headlamp bucket with polished visor and chrome trim ring
• Stainless steel, pull-back handlebar and black riser

Specifications

Engine
Engine Air-cooled, Evolution®
Valves Pushrod-operated, overhead valves with hydraulic, self-adjusting lifters; two valves per cylinder
Bore x Stroke 3 in. x 3.81 in. (76.20 mm x 96.77 mm)
Displacement  53.90 cu. in. (883 cc)
Compression Ratio 8.9:1
Fuel System Electronic Sequential Port Fuel Injection (ESPFI)
Air Cleaner Paper cartridge type
Lubrication System Dry-sump

Drivetrain
Primary Drive Chain, 57/34 ratio
Final Drive Belt, 68/28 ratio
Clutch Multi-plate, wet
Transmission 5-speed
U.S. Gear Ratios (overall):
• 1st 10.782
• 2nd 7.702
• 3rd 5.728
• 4th 4.748
• 5th 4.071

Chassis
Frame Mild steel, tubular frame; circular sections; cast junctions
Swingarm Mild steel, rectangular tube sections, stamped junctions; MIG welded
Front Forks 39 mm
Rear Shocks Coil-over; preload dual-adjustable
Wheels (Chrome, Laced Steel option): Silver, 13-spoke Cast Aluminum
• Front 19 in. x 2.15 in. (482.60 mm x 54.61 mm)
• Rear 16 in. x 3 in. (406.40 mm x 76.20 mm)

Brakes
• Caliper Type Dual-piston front, single-piston rear
• Rotor Type (diameter x width): Patented, uniform expansion rotors
• Front (dual) 11.50 in. x .20 in. (292.10 mm x 5.08 mm)
• Rear 10.24 in. x .23 in. (260.10 mm x 5.84 mm) Suspension Travel:
• Front Wheel 3.62 in. (91.95 mm)
• Rear Wheel 1.63 in. (41.40 mm)

Performance: Engine Torque (per SAE J1349):
• North America 55 ft. lbs. @ 3500 rpm (74.57 Nm @ 3500 rpm)
Lean Angle (per SAE J1168):
• Right 29°
• Left 31°
Fuel Economy
(EPA urban/highway test) 45/60 mpg (5.22/3.92 L/100 km)

Electric
Battery (per Battery Council International Rating) Sealed, maintenance-free, 12V, 12-amp/hour, 200 cca
Charging Single-phase, 30-amp system (357W @ 13.5V, 2000 rpm, 405W max power @ 13.5V)
Starting 1.2 kW electric with solenoid shift starter motor engagement
Lights (as per country regulation):
• Headlamp (quartz halogen) 55-watt low beam, 60-watt high beam
• Tail/Stop Lights 8W/28W (5W/21W)
• Turn Signal Lights 28W (21W) self-canceling
• Indicator Lamps High beam, neutral, low oil pressure, turn signals, engine diagnostics, low fuel warning, low battery, security system(optional)

Color Options
Solids
• Vivid Black
• Scarlet Red
• Brilliant Silver Pearl
• Flame Blue Pearl

Dimensions
Length 89.10 in. (2263.14 mm)
Overall Width 35.20 in. (894.08 mm)
Overall Height 45.70 in. (1160.78 mm)

Seat Height
• Laden 25.30 in. (642.62 mm)
• Unladen 26.30 in. (668.02 mm)

Ground Clearance: 3.90 in. (99.06 mm)
Rake (steering head) 29.6°
Fork Angle 29.6°
Trail 4.60 in. (116.84 mm)
Wheelbase 60.0 in. (1524.0 mm)

Tires: (Dunlop® Harley-Davidson Series, blackwall):
• Front – D401F 100/90-19 57H
• Rear – D401 150/80B16 71H

Fuel Capacity: 3.30 gal. (12.49 L)
(warning light at approximately 0.80 gal.)
Oil Capacity (w/filter) 2.80 qts. (2.65 L)
Transmission Capacity 1 qts. (0.95 L)

Weight
• As Shipped 563 lbs. (255.38 kg)
• In Running Order 583 lbs. (264.45 kg)
• Gross Vehicle Weight Rating 1000 lbs. (453.60 kg)
• Gross Axle Weight Rating
• Front 335 lbs. (151.96 kg)
• Rear 665 lbs. (301.64 kg)
Warranty
Warranty9 24 months (unlimited mileage)
Service Interval First 1,000 miles (1,600 km), every 5,000 miles (8,000 km) thereafter

• 2009 Harley-Davidson Sportster 883 Low XL883L
• 2009 Harley-Davidson Sportster 1200 Low XL1200L
• 2009 Harley-Davidson Sportster 883 Custom XL883C
• Harley Davidson Sportster History

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