It is the racing history of the Sportster family, specifically the Harley-Davidson XR flat-track racers, that fuels the 2007 XL Sportster 883R design.

A fuel-injected Evolution V-Twin powertrain with new cams for better performance is finished in wrinkle-black powdercoat. New gauges include a clock on the odometer, low fuel warning light and two trip set odometers. Front brake lever effort is reduced by 14 percent and clutch lever effort is eight percent easier. The 13-spoke Cast Aluminum wheels, handlebar, fork sliders, headlamp eyebrow, air cleaner cover and rear springs are finished in black. The original Harley-Davidson racing-inspired graphics on the fuel tank are at home on the street or at the track. Chrome Laced Steel wheels and the Smart Security System are options. Available for 2007 in Vivid Black, Mirage Orange Pearl or Pewter Pearl.

XL Sportster 883R features:

Rubber-mounted XL Evolution 883cc engine

Black powder-coated engine with wrinkle-black treatment

Standard Electronic Sequential Port Fuel Injection (ESPFI)

New cams on retuned powertrain for improved performance

New gauges with odometer clock, low fuel warning light and two trip set odometers

New lighter clutch effort

Black low-rise handlebar, air cleaner cover, fork sliders, headlamp eyebrow and springs

Race-inspired fuel tank graphics

One-piece, two-up seat

Black, 13-spoke Cast Aluminum wheels

Dual front disc brakes

Chrome staggered shorty dual exhaust

Mid-mount foot controls

Classic 3.3-gallon fuel tank

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SPECS

Dimensions

Length: 90.1 in. (2288.5 mm)

Overall Width: 32.7 in. (830.6 mm)

Overall Height: 44.8 in. (1137.9 mm)

Seat Height: Laden: 28.1 in. (713.7 mm)

Seat Height: Unladen: 29.9 in. (759.5 mm)

Ground Clearance: 5.6 in. (141.0 mm)

Rake(steering head): 29.6°

Fork Angle: 29.6°

Trail: 4.6 in. (116.8 mm)

Wheelbase: 60.0 in. (1524.0 mm)

Tires: Front – D401F: 100/90-19 57H

Tires: Rear – D401: 150/80B16 71H

Fuel Capacity: 3.3 gal. (12.5 L)

Oil Capacity(w/filter): 3.6 qts. (3.4 L)

Weight: As Shipped: 568 lbs. (258 kg)

Weight: In Running Order: 588 lbs. (267 kg)

Weight: Gross Vehicle Weight: 1000 lbs. (454 kg)

Engine

Engine: Air-cooled, Evolution

Valve Train: Pushrod-operated, overhead valves with hydraulic, self-adjusting lifters; two valves per cylinder

Bore x Stroke: 3.00 in. x 3.81 in. (76.20 mm x 96.82 mm)

Displacement: 53.86 cu. in. (883 cc)

Compression Ratio: 8.9:1

Fuel System: Electronic Sequential Port Fuel Injection (ESPFI)

Air Cleaner: Paper cartridge type

Lubrication System: Dry-sump

Drivetrain

Primary Drive: Chain, 57/34 ratio

Final Drive: Belt, 68/28 ratio

Clutch: 9-plate, wet

Transmission: 5-speed

Gear Ratios (overall): 1st-10.782; 2nd-7.702; 3rd-5.728; 4th-4.748; 5th-4.071

Chassis

Frame: Mild steel tubular frame; circular sections; cast junctions

Swingarm: Mild steel, rectangular tube sections, stamped junctions; MIG welded

Front Fork: 39 mm

Rear Shocks: Coil-over; preload dual-adjustable

Wheels (Chrome, Laced Steel option): Black, 13-spoke Cast Aluminum

Wheels: Front: 19 in. x 2.15 in. (482.6 mm x 54.61 mm)

Wheels: Rear: 16 in. x 3.0 in. (406.4 mm x 76.2 mm)

Brakes

Caliper Type: Dual-piston front, single-piston rear

Rotor Type(diameter x width): Patented, uniform expansion rotors

Rotor: Front (dual): 11.5 in. x .20 in. (292.1 mm x 5.08 mm)

Rotor: Rear: 11.5 in. x .23 in. (292.1 mm x 5.84 mm)

Suspension Travel

Front Wheel: 5.6 in. (141.0 mm)

Rear Wheel: 4.1 in. (104.1 mm)

Performance

Engine Torque: 55.0 ft. lbs. @ 3500 rpm

Lean Angle (per SAE J1168):

• Right: 32°

• Left: 32°

Fuel Economy(EPA urban/highway test): 45.0/59.7 mpg (5.23/3.94 L/100 km)

Electric

Battery: Sealed, maintenance-free, 12V, 12-amp/hour, 200 cca

Charging: Single-phase, 30-amp system (357W @ 13.5V, 2000 rpm, 405W max power @ 13.5V)

Starting: 1.2 kW electric with solenoid shift starter motor engagement

Lights (as per country regulation):

Headlamp(quartz halogen): 55-watt low beam, 60-watt high beam

Tail/Stop Lights: 8W/28W (5W/21W)

Turn Signal Lights: 28W (21W) self-canceling

Indicator Lamps: High beam, neutral, low oil pressure, turn signals, engine diagnostics, low fuel warnings, security system6 (optional)

Styling / convenience

Engine Trim: Black powder-coated with Wrinkle-Black treatment

Exhaust System: Chrome, staggered shorty duals

Foot Supports and Controls: Mid-mounted rider footpegs with brake and shift levers; standard passenger footpegs

Handlebars: Black, low-rise

Seat: One-piece, two-up Sportster classic

Instruments: Electronic speedometer with odometer, time-of-day clock on odometer, dual resettable tripmeter, speedometer gauge with low fuel warning light, low oil pressure indicator light, diagnostics readout, LED lights

Hazard Warning: Integrated into turn signal controls

Smart Security System: Optional, next-generation hands-free security fob; operates based on proximity to vehicle

Colors: Vivid Black, Pewter Pearl (new), Mirage Orange Pearl

Warranty

Warranty: 24 months (unlimited mileage)

Service Interval: First 1,000 miles (1,600 km), every 5,000 miles (8,000 km) thereafter