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Harley-Davidson Sportster Iron 883 Dark Custom - 2014 Specifications and Reviews
The 2014 Harley-Davidson Sportster Iron 883 Dark Custom appeals to riders seeking authentic cruiser styling with manageable performance. Its air-cooled Evolution engine and accessible 883cc displacement deliver reliable torque, while the minimalist dark aesthetic defines the modern custom cruiser category. Known for approachable handling and classic American character at an entry-level price point.
General information | |
| Category | Custom / cruiser |
| Year | 2014 |
| Model | Harley-Davidson Sportster Iron 883 Dark Custom |
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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) |
| Driveline | Chain, 57/34 ratio primary drive |
| Clutch | Multi-plate with diaphragm spring in oil bath |
| Transmission type,final drive | Belt |
| Gearbox | 6-speed |
| Cooling system | Air |
| Fuel system | Injection. Electronic Sequential Port Fuel Injection |
| Bore x stroke | 76.2 x 96.8 mm (3.0 x 3.8 inches) |
| Compression | 8.9:1 |
| Torque | 74.58 Nm (7.6 kgf-m or 55.0 ft.lbs) @ 3500 |
| 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. Dual-piston |
| 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 camo denim, amber wiskey, black denim |
| 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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