Can you put 1200 heads on a 883?
If you have 2 sets of heads, 883 and 1200, tested on THE SAME 1200cc bike, then yes the 1200 heads will perform better.
Are 883 and 1200 heads the same?
883 heads have the same size ports as the 1100/1200 heads until it enters the bowl area, at which time it necks down to the small valve seats. As such, they can be opened up to accommodate the larger 1.715″/1.480″ valve sizes.
How much is a new Sportster 1200?
The base price for the 2021 Harley-Davidson Iron 1200 remains in four figures at $9999 for the Vivid Black version. Be prepared to pay another $350 for either Black Denim or Stone Washed White Pearl. ABS is a fairly pricey option at $795.
How can I make my 883 Sportster faster?
Replace the current air filter with a performance filter made specifically for the 883 Sportster. Companies such as K&N Performance Filters sell high-performance, high-flow air filters that give a slight increase in power.
What kind of heads does a Sportster 883r have?
Most sets of 883 heads you come across will be silver in color. 883R models have black 883 heads. All are easily identified by the “883” script cast into them adjacent to the chamber. 88-03 XLH1200 HEADS: These heads have a 67cc hemispherical chamber, i.e. it’s a round bowl with no squish band.
What’s the compression ratio on a Sportster head?
The seats can accomodate the standard XLH1200 valve sizes (1.715 intake/1.480 exhaust) and special longer “conversion valves” are available to do this upgrade. When used in an 883 to 1200 conversion, reverse dome (dish) conversion pistons are available to give a workable compression ratio.
Can a Sportster 883 be converted to a 1200?
Anyone have any experience with having a Sportster 883 converted to a 1200. Was it worth it? Did it really make much of a difference? Create a bunch of problems? More trouble than it is worth? If it accomplishes what it sounds like it does then it is probably in my 883’s future in a couple of years.
What kind of head does a 1200 Sportster use?
This is one of the most common Sportster heads you’ll come across, as it came on every 1200 Sportster from 1991 through 2003, except the 98-03 XL1200S model. Unfortunately, for performance applications it’s not a particularly good head, as the ports are turbulent and the chamber is not, which is just exactly the opposite of what you want.
Is it possible to convert an 883 to 1200?
The right 1200 conversion is fantastic. I did the SE conversion with 1200 cylinders, 10:1 forged pistons, SE 1200 ignition module, and kept the stock heads. I had my dealer dealer do the work and the whole deal came out to just over $1,000.
What’s the difference between a Harley Davidson 883 and 1200 Sportster?
The Harley Davidson Sportster is a popular choice among Harley Davidson fans. You can get an 883 Sportster or a 1200 Sportster. The only difference between the 883 and 1200 Sportster is their emblems that indicate which model they are.
Can you convert 883 heads to 1250 Pistons?
HAMMER Performance provides a kit to do either. Here are some things to consider: The 1250 kitcomes with new, premium quality cylinders with extra thick iron liners to support the larger bore size. The 1250 kit is available with the basic conversion pistons only, for use with stock 883 heads.
This is one of the most common Sportster heads you’ll come across, as it came on every 1200 Sportster from 1991 through 2003, except the 98-03 XL1200S model. Unfortunately, for performance applications it’s not a particularly good head, as the ports are turbulent and the chamber is not, which is just exactly the opposite of what you want.