Harley 883 – The Story

By Indra Gunawan

Since 1957 Harley Davidson have been produced a motorcycle titled the Sportster, yet it was not until 1986 that the first Harley 883 rolled off of their production line. As well as these four motorcycles there are 3-1200 Sportster Harley Davidsons and the XL50. Certainly the 883 Sportster is one of the most well recognized of all the custom motorcycles that people can purchase around the world today and below we take a look at the 4 models that Harley Davidson have to offer.

• Sportster 883 XL – Of all these types of motorcycle that Harley Davidson produce this is the cheapest of the lot and will cost anything from $6,595 up to as much as $7,990.
• Sportster 883 XL Low – Although this bike is actually slightly more expensive than the first model we have mentioned above you will still find it is reasonable in cost at the moment. You should expect to pay between $6,995 and $8,390 for one of these.
• Sportster 883 XL Custom – Yet another great looking motorcycle which is part of the Harley 883 family and will set you back anywhere from $7,795 up to as much as $9,555. Along with an enlarged rear axle which has improved these bikes stability, this motorcycle company has made improvements to the frame. This results in reduction in the amount of gear whine that all Harley Davidson motorcycles use to make. Then in 2007 they changed their bikes engines from being carburetted to them being fuel injected.
• Sportster 883R XL – The most recent model to be included into the Harley Davidson 883 family and although not the most expensive you can still expect to pay $7,795 up to $9,090 for this one.

As with all Harley Davidson’s the 883 models provide you with the same ride quality and prestige that the more expensive models offer.

Also, check out my other guide on Harley Road King and Harley Davidson Glide.