Is the iron 883 underpowered?
It’s a hard thing to explain but the Iron 883, like many other Harleys to be honest, has a certain something that makes it more than the sum of its parts. They are without doubt expensive, underpowered and overweight but they’re also really brilliant hunks of metal too.
How much power does a 883 have?
The Iron 883 gets a good looking V-twin engine with a displacement of 883cc. The V-twin is air-cooled and brings along with it the classic Harley sound. The engine is mated to a five-speed manual transmission. The engine makes 49 hp and 54 lb-ft of torque.
Why do bikers hate Sportsters?
The hate for this bike that comes from OUTSIDE the harley circles is that this bike always loses in a shootout against other bikes of similar cost and power (e.g. Bonneville). The Sportster 1200 has the best power to weight ratio in the Harley line up.
Is the 883 a woman’s bike?
Among the Harley community, the Sportster is generally and derogatorily called a “girl’s bike” because it’s the smallest of the three Harley engine families: Sportster; “Big Twin” and V-Rod. With its 900cc engine (actually 883) it is big enough and powerful and more than fast enough for me.
What’s the RPM on a Harley Davidson 883?
The other thing is the 883 is geared a bit lower so If ya ever wanna cruze on the big road with the Big Harleys the 883 is gonna wind tighter. my 1200 turns about 3500 rpm at 75 mph,,,with my simple math the 883 turns bout 4000 (I think).
What kind of bike is an Iron 883?
Ok so a co worker of mine wants to trade his 05 Yamaha R6 in for a 2010 Iron 883. He has riden a 04 1200 sporty how much of a differance in power between the 883 and the 1200?
When did the Harley Davidson Sportster 883 come out?
34 owners have reviewed their HARLEY-DAVIDSON SPORTSTER 883 (1993 – on) and rated it in a number of areas. Read what they have to say and what they like and dislike about the bike below.
How much torque does an Iron 883 add?
With a Stage one,, (breather and the CORRECT pipes),,gonna add bout 6 to 10% more torque at best,,again do the math.
The other thing is the 883 is geared a bit lower so If ya ever wanna cruze on the big road with the Big Harleys the 883 is gonna wind tighter. my 1200 turns about 3500 rpm at 75 mph,,,with my simple math the 883 turns bout 4000 (I think).
Is the Harley Sportster 883 a two wheel bike?
The 883 is pretty much an engine with two-wheel, a seat and handlebars! Ok, ok – that may be a bit of an exaggeration, but not a big one. The rubber belt is virtually maintenance-free, which is a welcome addition in anyone’s language.
Which is better an Iron 883 or a dirt bike?
It depends on which bike he likes the best .. i wouldnt choose off engine size alone because he can always change exhaust, stage 1, stage 2, big bore kits, air cleaners ect to give him power. I’ve ridden both and they both feel like dirt bikes to me but to each his own.
Is there a special for the Iron 883?
The dealer is running a special this month but he won’t be able to test ride it because we are about to get hit with a blizzard tonight. He said if he does get it he wants the dealer to put black short shots on it stage 1 air cleaner and probably the race tuner.