What makes a Harley Davidson 883 superlow a Sportster?

What makes a Harley Davidson 883 superlow a Sportster?

As a member of the Sportster family the 883 Superlow has one of the narrowest frames on a Harley. But unlike its other Sportsters siblings the 883 SuperLow distinguishes itself with a slammed-to-the-ground profile, characterized by its low seat height, low ground clearance, low fuel tank, and low slung rear suspension.

What kind of bike is the 883 Sportster?

Don’t be mislead by the Sportster name; there’s little sporting about the ‘baby’ Harley. Instead it’s the entry-level offering to Harley-Davidson range and, as such, not just one bike, but a whole family of machines, from roadster to cruiser to custom, based around the same, fairy soft 883cc V-twin rolling chassis.

How tall is the Harley Davidson XL 883l Sportster?

Make Model Harley Davidson XL 883L Sportster Super Wheelbase 1500 mm / 59.1 in Seat Height Laden 648 mm / 25.5 in Unladen 681 mm / Gross Vehicle Weight Rating 453.6 kg / 1000 lbs Dry Weight 234 kg / 536 lbs

What’s the name of the 2009 Harley Davidson Sportster?

But there’s something about the 2009 Harley-Davidson Sportster 883 models that sets them apart from the competition, the original look saying “it all began with us” and the rebel image and attitude related to the it all contribute at determining riders in the US get their own Sportster.

What’s the difference between Sportster 883 and 883 custom?

The whole difference between the two models consists in chassis mods making the Sportster 883 Low more compact and, obviously, lower as well as the Sportster 883 Custom longer and sleeker. Featuring low profile ergonomics with a seat height of just 25.3 inches, the Sportster 883 Low offers an exciting combination…

What was the model year of the 2009 Sportster?

While the 2009 Sportster lineup is completed with the introduction of the brand new Iron 883, we shouldn’t forget how this model was born from the combination between the Low and Custom ones that have kept on going strong in the last few years.

Is the Harley Davidson 883 a two up motorcycle?

The 883 Low inspires confident riding for those who appreciate a lighter, nimble motorcycle with signature Evolution V-Twin performance. Those seeking a laid-back, two-up custom ride need look no further than the 883 Custom.

What kind of front wheel does an 883 low have?

The 883 Low is characterized by the 13-spoke Cast Aluminum 19-inch front wheel which in 2009 gets a low profile fender and is supported by low profile forks.

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