Cruisers

2017Harley-Davidson Sportster Iron 883 Dark Custom

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The 2017 Harley-Davidson Sportster Iron 883 Dark Custom is a stripped-back, blacked-out Sportster. Its air-cooled 883.3cc V-twin makes 53 hp at 5,750 rpm and 71 Nm through belt final drive. Optional ABS, a 735 mm seat and a 12.5-litre tank give it a lean, urban attitude.

Capacity: 883.3 ccm
Engine: V-Twin, four-stroke
Gearbox: 5-speed
Dry weight: 251.0 kg
Seat height: 735 mm
Power: 53.0 HP (38.7 kW) @ 5750 RPM

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How it rides

Editorial estimate from the spec sheet - not lab tested

Off-road & trail5%

Cornering35%

City riding65%

Daily riding55%

Touring30%

Two-up25%

Track10%

Best for: Built for laid-back street cruising and boulevard style rather than outright performance or long-distance touring.
Built for: A classic blacked-out custom cruiser with punchy low-end torque, a thumping air-cooled V-twin soundtrack, and understated dark styling.
Not ideal for: Not the right choice for riders wanting sharp cornering agility, high-speed touring comfort, or any kind of off-road capability.

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At 735mm, a rider of 175cm with a 79cm (estimated) inseam will reach the ground with both feet flat on the 2017 Harley-Davidson Sportster Iron 883 Dark Custom, with a cramped knee angle of around 80 degrees and an upright riding position.

Assumes about 30mm of suspension sag once seated. This is an approximation from category-typical geometry, not a measurement of this bike or of you - sit on one before you buy.

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Fuel per litre

Riding a year

Based on the maker's published fuel consumption and tank size. Real-world figures depend on how and where you ride, and the last litres of a tank are reserve. Prices shown greyed are examples - type your own.

Full specifications

Engine

Capacity: 883.3 ccm
Power: 53.0 HP (38.7 kW) @ 5750 RPM
CO2 Emissions: 107 CO2 g/km
Torque: 71.0 Nm (7.2 kgf-m) @ 3750 RPM
Engine type: V-Twin, four-stroke
Fuel consumption: 4.60 litres/100 km (21.7 km/l)
Power/weight ratio: 0.2112 HP/kg (dry)
Bore x stroke: 76.2 x 96.8 mm
Compression: 8.9:1
Cooling system: Air
Fuel system: Injection
Starting: Electric
Lubrication system: Dry sump

Transmission

Gearbox: 5-speed
Transmission type: Manual
Final drive: Belt
Clutch: Multi-plate with diaphragm spring in oil bath

Dimensions & weight

Wheelbase: 1510 mm
Overall length: 2255 mm
Seat height: 735 mm
Dry weight: 251.0 kg
Wet weight: 260.0 kg
Fuel capacity: 12.50 litres
Ground clearance: 120 mm
Oil capacity: 2.60 litres

Chassis & suspension

Front suspension: Telescopic cartridge fork
Rear suspension: Twin shocks, adjustable.
Rake (fork angle): 30.5°
Trail: 117 mm

Brakes & wheels

Front brakes: Single disc. Optional ABS. Dual-piston.
Front brakes diameter: 300 mm
Rear brakes: Single disc. Optional ABS. Dual-piston.
Rear brakes diameter: 300 mm
ABS: Optional
Front tyre: 100/90-B19
Rear tyre: 150/80-B16

Other

Color options: Black.

Specs last verified against published sources: October 2026.

Compiled from manufacturer documentation and user contributions, corrected on an ongoing basis. Spotted something wrong? Tell us.

What changed, year to year

Differences highlighted

Specification	2013	2014	2016	2017	2018
Capacity	883 cc	883 cc	883 cc	883 cc	883 cc
Dry weight	251 kg	251 kg	251 kg	251 kg	247 kg
Seat height	653 mm	653 mm	735 mm	735 mm	653 mm
Fuel capacity	12.5 L	12.5 L	12.5 L	12.5 L	12.5 L