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We all know that any motorcycle is more enjoyable when its fit, function, and styling are a perfect match to its owner. That's why the Sportster XL883L SuperLow is such a fun bike because it offers plenty of the things riders enjoy in a low-hung cruiser. Balanced and responsive handling is a key element of the SuperLow, helping the rider and the machine glide through corners with smooth confidence. The bike's combination of wheel size, radial tires, and front-end geometry also contributes to its outstanding maneuverability while the final drive ratio is matched to the rear wheel size to provide smooth acceleration.

The bike also offers a generous rear-suspension travel while it's aerodynamic design comes with plenty of advantages, including a deeply cushioned seat and an easy-reach handlebar that provides outstanding comfort.

In terms of performance the SuperLow has riders covered with an Evolution V-Twin powertrain with Electronic Sequential Port Fuel Injection (ESPFI), which Harley rubber-mounted to reduce the powertrain vibration. The engine is then mated to a five-speed transmission with a dual staggered exhaust system.

Find out more about the Harley Davidson Sportster XL883L SuperLow after the jump.

2012 Harley-Davidson Sportster XL883L SuperLow

Specifications
  • Make: Array
  • Model: 2012 Harley-Davidson Sportster XL883L SuperLow
  • Engine/Motor: Evolution V-Twin powertrain
  • Transmission: five speed transmission
  • [do not use] Vehicle Model: Array

Model Highlights

-Black, split 5-spoke cast wheels

with machined rims

-Wheel size: front 18 x 3.5 inches,

rear 17 x 4.5 inches

-Michelin Scorcher 11 radial tires:

Front 120/70ZR18; rear 150/60ZR17

-Front end geometry contributes to

confident handling

-68/29 (2.34:1) final drive ratio for

smooth acceleration

-4.5-gallon fuel tank for extended range

-Solo seat with deep bucket shape is easy

to straddle, seat height is 25.5 inches

-Easy-reach handlebar

-Revised rear suspension with 2.5 inches wheel

travel for added comfort

-Silver, powder-coated engine with

polished covers

-Chrome exhaust with dual staggered

shorty mufflers

-Full-coverage rear fender with painted supports

-Sport front fender

-Polished headlamp visor

Key Features

-Evolution V-Twin powertrain with Electronic

Sequential Port Fuel Injection (ESPFI)

-Rubber-mounted powertrain to reduce vibration

-5-speed Transmission

-Dual staggered exhaust

-Disc brakes

-Mid-mount foot controls

-Handlebar-mounted electronic speedometer

-Optional Harley-Davidson Smart Security

System with hands-free security fob

Specifications

Engine

Air-cooled, Evolution

Valves

Pushrod-operated, overhead valves


with hydraulic, self-adjusting lifters;

two valves per cylinder

Bore x Stroke

3 in. x 3.812 in.

(76.2 mm x 96.8 mm)

Displacement

53.9 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

Length

86.1 in. (2187 mm)

Overall Width

36.6 in. (929 mm)

Overall Height

47.6 in. (1209 mm)

Seat Height:

• Laden2

25.5 in. (648 mm)

• Unladen

26.8 in. (681 mm)

Ground Clearance

3.8 in. (97 mm)

Rake (steering head)

31.1°

Fork Angle

29.7°

Trail

5.7 in. (145 mm)

Wheelbase

59.3 in. (1506 mm)

Tires (Michelin Scorcher “11” front and rear):

• Front – Scorcher “11F”

120/70 ZR-18 59W

• Rear – Scorcher “11”

150/60 ZR-17 66W

Fuel Capacity

4.5 gal. (17.0 L)

Oil Capacity (w/filter)

2.8 qts. (2.6 L)

Transmission Capacity

1.0 qt. (.95 L)

Weight:

• As Shipped

536 lbs. (234.1 kg)

• In Running Order

563 lbs. (255.4 kg)

• Gross Vehicle Weight Rating

1000 lbs. (453.6 kg)

Primary Drive

Chain, 57/34 ratio

Final Drive

Belt, 68/29 ratio

Clutch

Multi-plate, wet

Transmission

5-speed

Gear Ratios (overall):

U.S.

• 1st

10.407

• 2nd

7.436

• 3rd

5.53

• 4th

4.583

• 5th

3.93

Frame

Mild steel, tubular frame; circular

sections; cast junctions

Swingarm

Mild steel, rectangular tube section,

stamped junctions; MIG welded

Front Forks

39 mm Showa

Rear Shocks

Coil-over; preload dual-adjustable

Wheels:

Black Split 5-Spoke

with Machined Rim

• Front

18 in. x 3.5 in. (457.2 mm x 88.9 mm)

• Rear

17 in. x 4.5 in. (431.8 mm x 114.3 mm)

Brakes:

• Caliper Type

Dual-piston front, single-piston rear

• Rotor Type

Patented, uniform expansion rotors

Suspension Travel:

• Front Wheel

4.26 in. (108 mm)

• Rear Wheel

2.12 in. (54 mm)


Quotes

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