2008 Harley-Davidson XL 883 Sportster 883

This most-affordable Harley-Davidson model offers the distinctive sound and performance of American V-Twin power in a package that's narrow and easy to handle. From the classic "peanut" fuel tank to the chrome Staggered Shorty Dual exhaust, the XL 883 maintains Sportster tradition.

New on Sportster for 2008
New Graphics: New tank graphics are featured on the XL 883, XL 883 Low, XL 883C Custom, XL 1200R Roadster and XL 1200C Custom.
105th Anniversary Edition: A limited-edition, serialized XL 1200C Custom 105th Anniversary Edition and XL 1200L Low 105th Anniversary Edition will be available in 2008 (see separate release for details on the 105th Anniversary package).

FEATURES:
XL 883 Sportster 883 features:
Rubber-mounted XL Evolution 883cc engine Silver powder-coated engine with polished treatment NEW tank graphics Silver 13-Spoke Cast Aluminum wheels, 19-inch front / 16-inch rear Low-rise handlebar Sportster Classic solo seat Chrome Staggered Shorty Dual exhaust Mid-mount foot controls Classic 3.3-gallon fuel tank Optional Smart Security System

SPECIFICATIONS:

2008 harley-davidson® specifications1 sportster®

DIMENSIONS

Length 90.10 in. (2288.54 mm)

Overall Width 32.70 in. (830.58 mm)

Overall Height 45.70 in. (1160.78 mm)

Seat Height:• Laden2 27.30 in. (693.42 mm)• Unladen 29.30 in. (744.22 mm)

Ground Clearance 5.60 in. (142.24 mm)

Rake (steering head) 29.6°Fork Angle 29.6°Trail 4.60 in. (116.84 mm)

Wheelbase 60 in. (1524 mm)

Tires (Dunlop® Harley-Davidson® Series, blackwall):• Front – D401F 100/90-19 57H

• Rear – D401 150/80B16 71H

Fuel Capacity (warning light at approximately 0.80 gal.) 3.3 gal. (12.49 L)Oil Capacity (w/filter) 3.60 qts. (3.41 L)

Transmission Capacity 1 qts. (0.95 L)

Weight:• As Shipped 563 lbs. (255.37 kg)• In Running Order 583 lbs. (264.44 kg)• Gross Vehicle Weight Rating 1000 lbs. (453.59 kg)Gross Axle Weight Rating:• Front 335 lbs. (151.95 kg)• Rear 665 lbs. (301.64 kg)

ENGINE

Engine3 Air-cooled, Evolution®Valves Pushrod-operated, overhead valves with hydraulic,self-adjusting lifters; two valves per cylinderBore x Stroke 3 in. (76.20 mm) x 3.81 in. (96.77 mm)

Displacement3 53.86 cu. in. (883 cu. cm)

Compression Ratio 8.9:1

Fuel System4 Electronic Sequential Port Fuel Injection (ESPFI)Air Cleaner Paper cartridge typeLubrication System Dry-sump

DRIVETRAIN

Primary Drive Chain, 57/34 ratio

Final Drive Belt, 68/28 ratio

Clutch 9-plate, wet

Transmission 5-speed

Gear Ratios (overall): U.S. HDI JPN1st 10.782 10.782 10.7822nd 7.702 7.702 7.7023rd 5.728 5.728 5.7284th 4.748 4.748 4.7485th 4.071 4.071 4.071

CHASIS

Frame Mild steel, tubular frame; circular sections; cast junctions

Swing Arm Mild steel, rectangular tube sections, stamped junctions; MIG welded

Front Forks 39 mm

Rear Shocks Coil-over; preload dual-adjustable

Wheels5• Front Silver, 13-Spoke Cast Aluminum19 in. x 2.15 in. (482.60 mm x 54.61 mm)• Rear Silver, 13-Spoke Cast Aluminum16 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 11.50 in. x .20 in. (292.10 mm x 5.08 mm)• Rear 11.50 in. x .23 in. (292.10 mm x 5.84 mm)

Suspension Travel:• Front Wheel 5.69 in. (144.53 mm)• Rear Wheel 3.63 in. (92.20 mm)

PERFORMANCE

Engine Torque6 (per SAE J1349):• North America 55 ft. lbs. @ 3500 rpm (74.58 NM @ 3500 rpm)• World 53 ft. lbs. @ 4500 rpm (71.87 NM @ 4500 rpm)• Japan 48 ft. lbs. @ 3500 rpm (65.09 NM @ 3500 rpm)

Lean Angle (per SAE J1168): Right: 32° Left: 32°Fuel Economy7(EPA urban/highway test): 45/60 mpg (5.23/3.92 L /100 km)

ELECTRIC

Battery Sealed, maintenance-free, 12V, 12-amp/hour, 200 cca(per Battery Council International Rating)

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 warnings,security system8 (optional)

STYLING/CONVENIENCE

Engine Trim Silver powder-coated engine with polished treatment covers

Exhaust System Chrome, staggered shorty exhaust with dual mufflers

Fenders and Supports• Front Sport fender with painted brace supports• Rear Full coverage fender with chrome supports

Foot Supports and Controls• Rider Mid-mounted footpegs with brake & shift levers

Handlebar Style Stainless steel, low-riseSeat Type and Style One-piece, solo Sportster® classicFork Lock Common with ignition key

Hazard Warning Integrated into turn signal controls

Smart Security System Next-generation hands-free security fob;operates based on proximity to vehicle

COLORS

10Vivid Black, Pacific Blue Pearl