Harley-Davidson XL 883 Sportster 2005 General information | |
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| Model name | Harley-Davidson XL 883 Sportster |
| Year model | 2005 |
| Type | Custom / cruiser |
| Rating | 3.5 See the detailed rating of design and look, maintenance cost, engine performance, etc. Compare with any other bike. |
Engine and transmission | |
| Engine size | 883.0 ccm (53.88 cubic inches) |
| Type of engine | V2, four-stroke |
| Effect | 68.0 HP (49.6 kW)) |
| Torque | 69.0 Nm (7.0 kgf-m or 50.9 ft.lbs) @ 4200 RPM |
| Compression | 9.0:1 |
| Bore x stroke | 76.2 x 96.8 mm (3.0 x 3.8 inches) |
| Valves per cylinder | 2 |
| Fuel system | Carburettor |
| Fuel control | Overhead Valves (OHV) |
| Ignition | Digital CDI |
| Cooling system | Air |
| Gearbox | 5-speed |
| Transmission type | Belt (final drive) |
| Clutch | Multi-plate clutch with diaphragm spring in oil bath. |
Chassis, suspension, brakes and wheels | |
| Frame type | Mild steel, tubular frame, circular sections, cast junctions |
| Rake (fork angle) | 29.6° |
| Trail | 117 mm (4.6 inches) |
| Front suspension | 39mm Telescopic forks |
| Rear suspension | Coil-over, dual-adjustable preload |
| Front tire | 100/90-19 |
| Rear tire | 150/80-16 |
| Front brakes | Single disc. Two-piston calipers. |
| Diameter | 292 mm (11.5 inches) |
| Rear brakes | Single disc. Single-piston caliper. |
| Diameter | 292 mm (11.5 inches) |
Physical measures and capacities | |
| Dry weight | 251.0 kg (553.4 pounds) |
| Weight incl. oil, gas, etc | 264.4 kg (582.9 pounds) |
| Power/weight ratio | 0.2709 HP/kg |
| Seat height | 693 mm (27.3 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting. |
| Overall length | 2260 mm (89.0 inches) |
| Ground clearance | 141 mm (5.6 inches) |
| Wheelbase | 1520 mm (59.8 inches) |
| Fuel capacity | 12.90 litres (3.41 US gallons) |
| Oil capacity | 2.80 litres (2.96 US quarts) |
Other specifications | |
| Color options | Vivid black, brilliant silver pearl, sierra red pearl, chopper blue pearl, two tone purple |
| Starter | Electric |
| Comments | Rubber-mounted engine. |
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Maintenance and service specs * | |
| Engine oil | SAE 20W-50 |
| Oil filter | ProFilter PF-170B |
| Brake fluid | DOT 5 Silicone |
| Battery | YTX14L-BS |
| Spark plugs | NGK DPR7EA-9, NGK DPR7EIX-9 |
| Idle speed | 1000 RPM |
| Sprockets | 28/68 (front/rear) |
| Belt teeth | 136 |
| Belt width | 1 1/8 |
| Fork tube size | 39 mm (1.5 inches) |
| *) Always verify maintenance and service data with the bike owner’s manual. | |
Further information | |
| Insurance costs | Compare US insurance quotes from the nation’s top providers. |
| Maintenance | Find parts, fluids. filters, maintenance tools and service manuals at Amazon.com. |
| Ask questions | Join the 05 Harley-Davidson XL 883 Sportster discussion group or the general Harley-Davidson discussion group. |
| Related bikes | List related bikes for comparison of specs. |
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