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Harley-Davidson XL883R Sportster 883 R Roadster - 2012 Specifications and Reviews
2012
General information | |
| Category | Custom / cruiser |
| Year | 2012 |
| Model | Harley-Davidson XL883R Sportster 883 R Roadster |
Engine and Transmission Specifications | |
| Exhaust system | Chrome, staggered shorty exhaust with dual mufflers |
| Driveline | Belt, 28/68 ratio. Primary drive: Chain, 34/57 ratio. |
| Clutch | 9-plate, wet |
| Transmission type,final drive | Belt |
| Gearbox | 5-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 | 9.0:1 |
| Torque | 70.00 Nm (7.1 kgf-m or 51.6 ft.lbs) @ 3750 |
| Engine details | Air-cooled, Evolution. Silver, powder-coated engine with polished covers. |
| Engine type | V2, four-stroke |
| Capacity: | 883.00 ccm (53.88 cubic inches) |
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Brakes, suspension, Frame and wheels | |
| Wheels | Tyres |
| Rear brakes diameter | 260 mm (10.2 inches) |
| Rear brakes | Single disc. Single-piston |
| Front brakes diameter | 292 mm (11.5 inches) |
| Front brakes | Single disc. Dual-piston |
| Rear tyre dimensions | 150/80-16 |
| Front tyre dimensions | 100/90-19 |
| Rear suspension travel | 104 mm (4.1 inches) |
| Rear suspension | Coil-over |
| Front suspension travel | 141 mm (5.6 inches) |
| Front suspension | 39mm |
| Rake (fork angle) | 30.0° |
| Frame type | Mild steel tubular frame; circular sections; cast junctions |
Physical measures and capacities | |
| Oil capacity | 2.60 litres (0.17 quarts) |
| Fuel capacity | 12.50 litres (3.30 gallons) |
| Wheelbase | 1,520 mm (59.8 inches) |
| Ground clearance | 141 mm (5.6 inches) |
| Overall length | 2,245 mm (88.4 inches) |
| Seat height | 760 mm (29.9 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting. |
| Weight incl. oil, gas, etc | 255.4 kg (563.0 pounds) |
| Dry weight | 251.0 kg (553.4 pounds) |
Other specs | |
| Comments | French brand. |
| Wheelbase | 1,285 mm (50.6 inches) |
| Overall width | 685 mm (27.0 inches) |
| Overall height | 1,150 mm (45.3 inches) |
| Power/weight ratio | 0.0472 HP/kg |
| Seat | Dual |
| Rear tyre | 3.00-12 |
| Front tyre | 2.50-12 |
| Ignition | CDI |
| Torque | 4.00 Nm (0.4 kgf-m or 3.0 ft.lbs) @ 5500 Revolutions">RPM |
| Power | 4.15 Horsepower">HP (3.0 Kilowatt">kW)) @ 8000 Revolutions">RPM |
| Capacity: | 49.20 ccm (3.00 cubic inches) |
| Model | Goes G 55 R Sport |
| Color options | Vivid Black, Brilliant Silver Pearl, Mirage Orange Pearl |
| Electrical | Sealed lead acid battery, maintenance-free, 12V, 12 amp/hour, 200 cca. |
| Instruments | Handlebars-mounted electronic speedometer with odometer; |
| Starter | Electric |
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