Is the Harley Davidson XL883 Sportster a cheap bike?
Harleys are not cheap and buying the Harley-Davidson XL883 Sportster is the way most fans of the marque can get a foot in the door. You can get more bike for the money elsewhere but that’s not the point: these machines are legendary.
What kind of engine does a Harley Davidson XL883 have?
The Harley-Davidson XL883 Sportster’s engine is lardy, lumpy and laborious, unfortunately. However, sharp and sleek aren’t what Harleys are about: they’re about burble, gurgle and chilled-out trundle and the Harley-Davidson XL883 Sportster can do all three.
When did the Harley Davidson 883c come out?
2003: Harley-Davidson XL883/L Sportster introduced with rubber-mounted engine, lower seat and a lighter clutch. Also, 883C Custom model launched.
How much oil does an 883 Sportster need?
My friend just bought an ’88 883 Sportster. He wants to know how much oil he needs for a complete change and should he go to Synthetic? I told him yes on the synthetic but can’t answer the capacity question. I appeal to your knowledge for the answer. :newsmile040: The “quick” answer…3 Quarts… (have 1 for reserve, but generally not needed).
Is the XLH Sportster 883 a good bike?
The Sporty was a superb country lane cornering machine, it sounded beautiful, it leaked not one molecule of oil, it was ridiculously cheap to insure, and it looked marvelous. The downside was that it was really vibey at speed, so freeway riding was quite uncomfortable.
Is there steering lock on Harley Sportster 883?
Beware the steering lock! As a little tip, which could save your life – as with most Harleys, the Sportster will let you drive off with the steering locked. So if you do lock your steering, put something bright on your tacho to remind yourself to unlock it.
What kind of gas does an 883 Sportster use?
Since then moved on to an FXD! Did you find this useful? 2002 883 Sportster with 15,000 miles and not a drop of oil on my garage floor. I use regular 87 octane gas and change the oil every 4,000 miles. The only mechanical failures were front turn signal light bulb and highbeam indicator bulb.
How often do you change the oil on a Harley Davidson 883?
2002 883 Sportster with 15,000 miles and not a drop of oil on my garage floor. I use regular 87 octane gas and change the oil every 4,000 miles. The only mechanical failures were front turn signal light bulb and highbeam indicator bulb.