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Harley-Davidson Sportster Iron 883 - 2014 Specifications and Reviews
The 2014 Harley-Davidson Sportster Iron 883 is a stripped-down custom cruiser designed for riders seeking classic style with modern reliability. Its air-cooled Evolution V-twin engine delivers accessible performance, while the minimalist Iron aesthetic appeals to those favoring function over chrome. Known for its nimble handling and approachable seat height, it serves as an ideal entry point into the Harley-Davidson lineup.
General information | |
| Category | Custom / cruiser |
| Year | 2014 |
| Model | Harley-Davidson Sportster Iron 883 |
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Engine and Transmission Specifications | |
| Exhaust system | Chrome, staggered shorty exhaust with dual mufflers |
| Greenhouse gases | 107.0 CO |
| Fuel consumption | 4.61 litres/100 km (21.7 km/l or 51.02 mpg) |
| Clutch | Multi-plate with diaphragm spring in oil bath |
| Transmission type,final drive | Belt |
| Gearbox | 6-speed |
| Cooling system | Air |
| Lubrication system | Dry sump |
| Fuel system | Injection. Electronic Sequential Port Fuel Injection (ESPFI) |
| Bore x stroke | 76.2 x 96.8 mm (3.0 x 3.8 inches) |
| Compression | 8.9:1 |
| Torque | 72.95 Nm (7.4 kgf-m or 53.8 ft.lbs) @ 33750 |
| Engine details | Air-cooled, Evolution® |
| Engine type | V2, four-stroke |
| Capacity: | 883.32 ccm (53.90 cubic inches) |
Brakes, suspension, Frame and wheels | |
| Wheels | Black, 13-Spoke Cast Aluminum |
| Rear brakes | Single disc |
| Front brakes | Single disc |
| Rear tyre dimensions | 150/80-B16 |
| Front tyre dimensions | 100/90-B19 |
| Trail | 117 mm (4.6 inches) |
| Rake (fork angle) | 30.5° |
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Physical measures and capacities | |
| Oil capacity | 2.60 litres (0.17 quarts) |
| Fuel capacity | 12.49 litres (3.30 gallons) |
| Wheelbase | 1,519 mm (59.8 inches) |
| Ground clearance | 99 mm (3.9 inches) |
| Overall length | 2,179 mm (85.8 inches) |
| Seat height | 653 mm (25.7 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting. |
| Weight incl. oil, gas, etc | 260.0 kg (573.2 pounds) |
| Dry weight | 251.0 kg (553.3 pounds) |
Other specs | |
| Comments | Lithium Iron Phosphate 48V/20Ah battery, 16.8 kg. Range 60 km. Recharging time: 4 hours. Made in Taiwan. |
| Overall width | 625 mm (24.6 inches) |
| Overall height | 1,005 mm (39.6 inches) |
| Power/weight ratio | 0.0383 HP/kg |
| Rear tyre | 80/100-10 |
| Front tyre | 80/100-10 |
| Rear Suspension | Single Hydraulic Shock Absorber |
| Front Suspension | Dual Hydraulic Shock Absorber |
| Frame type | Steel tube |
| Emission details | Zero emission |
| Top speed | 45.0 km/h (28.0 mph) |
| Power | 2.15 Horsepower">HP (1.6 Kilowatt">kW)) |
| Model | GreenTrans EM80 |
| Color options | Hard Candy Voodoo Purple Flake, Sand Cammo Denim, Black Denim, Amber Whiskey |
| Light | High beam, neutral, low oil pressure, turn signals, engine diagnostics, low fuel warning, low battery, security system (optional) |
| Instruments | Handlebar-mounted electronic speedometer with odometer, time-of-day clock, dual tripmeter, low fuel warning light, low oil pressure light, engine diagnostics readout, LED indicator lights |
| Starter | Electric |
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