For decades, fun could best be defined as a potent engine sitting dead center in a strong, agile frame with nothing but miles of winding asphalt ahead. As long as we keep building and refining the Sportster®, that definition will stay true. If you’ve never swung a leg over, you should. Once astride, twist the throttle and feel the V-Twin generate mounds of torque. It’s a satisfying rush that hits you right in the pit of your stomach. We rubber-mounted the engine to the frame for a more comfortable ride — no road is unfamiliar territory, no journey too far. And though riding a Sportster has always been a blast, we keep finding more ways to make things even more rider friendly. We redesigned the transmission so it shifts smoother. Take a quick trip through the gears and you’ll no doubt appreciate the near-effortless clutch. There’s also improved kickstand ergonomics — now the bike is easier to reach and lift. The pure American street machine just keeps getting better.
Take a look at what just came down victory lane. The Sportster® 883R model is back, cleaner and meaner than ever. Wide rear tire and fender. Staggered shorty dual exhaust pipes. Two-up seat with passenger pegs. Dual disc brakes up front. We stayed true to the authentic H-D racing look, available in three schemes: black on orange, black on black or black on silver. There’s a racy checkered-flag graphic. And check out the blacked-out treatment: satin black calipers, forks, air cleaner cover, handlebars and rear springs. Even the Evolution® engine is cloaked in black. Lift the stand, twist the throttle, and just like that, it’s Saturday night at the racetrack.
GENERAL INFORMATION
Manufacturer
Harley-Davidson®
Model Year
2006
Model
XL 883R Sportster®
MSRP
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ENGINE
Engine
Evolution®
Displacement
53.86 ci (883.00 cc)
Bore x Stroke
3.00 x 3.81 in. (76.20 x 96.82 mm)
Torque
51 ft. lbs. (69 nm) @ 4,300 rpm
Compression Ratio
8.9:1
Carburetion
40 mm constant velocity with enrichner and accelerator pump
Fuel System
Carburetor
Clutch
Multi-plate with diaphragm spring in oil bath
Exhaust
Chrome, staggered shorty duals
DIMENSIONS
Length
90.1 in. (2,288.5 mm)
Weight
560 lbs. (254 kg)
Ground Clearance
5.6 in. (141.1 mm)
Wheelbase
60.0 in. (1,524.0 mm)
Fuel Capacity
3.3 gal. (12.5 l)
Seat Height
28.1 in. (713.7 mm)
DRIVETRAIN
Transmission
5-speed
Final Drive
Carbon fiber belt
BRAKES/WHEELS/TIRES
Brakes
Front: Dual
Rear: Single
Tires
Front: 100/90-19 57H
Rear: 150/80B16 71H
Rake
29.6°
Trail
4.6 in. (116.8 mm)
Colors
Vivid Black, Brilliant Silver, Mirage Orange
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