Harley-Davidson Sportster XL 883 N Iron 2020 vs. Harley-Davidson Sportster XL 1200X Forty-Eight 2019

Harley-Davidson Sportster XL 883 N Iron 2020

Harley-Davidson Sportster XL 883 N Iron 2020

Harley-Davidson Sportster XL 1200X Forty-Eight 2019

Harley-Davidson Sportster XL 1200X Forty-Eight 2019

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Overview - Harley-Davidson Sportster XL 883 N Iron 2020 vs Harley-Davidson Sportster XL 1200X Forty-Eight 2019

Harley-Davidson Sportster XL 883 N Iron 2020

Harley-Davidson Sportster XL 883 N Iron 2020

Harley-Davidson Sportster XL 1200X Forty-Eight 2019

Harley-Davidson Sportster XL 1200X Forty-Eight 2019

Technical Specifications Harley-Davidson Sportster XL 883 N Iron 2020 compared to Harley-Davidson Sportster XL 1200X Forty-Eight 2019

Harley-Davidson Sportster XL 883 N Iron 2020
Harley-Davidson Sportster XL 1200X Forty-Eight 2019

Engine and Drive Train

Engine typeEngine typeVEngine typeV
BoreBore76.2 mmBore88.9 mm
StrokeStroke96.8 mmStroke96.8 mm
Engine powerEngine power52 HPEngine power67 HP
Rpm at Max. PowerRpm at Max. Power6,000 rpmRpm at Max. Power6,000 rpm
TorqueTorque68 NmTorque96 Nm
Rpm at TorqueRpm at Torque4,750 rpmRpm at Torque3,500 rpm
Compression RatioCompression Ratio9 Compression Ratio10
Fuel systemFuel systemInjectionFuel systemInjection
StarterStarterElectricStarterElectric
Clutch TypeClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bathClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bath
IgnitionIgnitionTransistorIgnitionTransistor
TransmissionTransmissionBeltTransmissionBelt
Transmission TypeTransmission TypeGearshiftTransmission TypeGearshift
Number of gearsNumber of gears5Number of gears5
CylindersCylinders2Cylinders2
StrokesStrokes4-StrokeStrokes4-Stroke
ValvesValvesOHVValvesOHV
CoolingCoolingAirCoolingAir
DisplacementDisplacement883 ccmDisplacement1,202 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspensionFront suspensionTelescopic forkFront suspensionTelescopic fork

Chassis

FrameFrameSteelFrameSteel
Frame typeFrame typeDouble cradleFrame typeDouble cradle
RakeRake26 degreeRake29.6 degree
TrailTrail117 mmTrail132 mm

Brakes Front

TypeTypeSingle diskTypeSingle disk
PistonPistonDouble pistonPistonDouble piston
Shock mountShock mountFloating caliperShock mountFloating caliper

Brakes Rear

TypeTypeDiscTypeDisc
PistonPistonDouble pistonPistonDouble piston
Shock mountShock mountFloating caliperShock mountFloating caliper

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre widthFront tyre width100 mmFront tyre width130 mm
Front tyre heightFront tyre height90 %Front tyre height90 %
Front tyre diameterFront tyre diameter19 inchFront tyre diameter16 inch
Rear tyre widthRear tyre width150 mmRear tyre width150 mm
Rear tyre heightRear tyre height80 %Rear tyre height80 %
Rear tyre diameterRear tyre diameter16 inchRear tyre diameter16 inch
LengthLength2,185 mmLength2,165 mm
WidthWidth855 mmWidth820 mm
HeightHeight1,120 mmHeight1,065 mm
WheelbaseWheelbase1,515 mmWheelbase1,495 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height735 mmSeat Height710 mm
Fuel Tank CapacityFuel Tank Capacity12.5 lFuel Tank Capacity7.9 l
Top SpeedTop Speed160 km/hTop Speed180 km/h
License compliancyLicense compliancyALicense compliancyA

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

Harley-Davidson Sportster XL 883 N Iron 2020

Harley-Davidson Sportster XL 883 N Iron 2020

Unfortunately, our editors did not test this model.

Harley-Davidson Sportster XL 1200X Forty-Eight 2019

Harley-Davidson Sportster XL 1200X Forty-Eight 2019

If you look up the word bobber in the dictionary, a picture of the Harley-Davidson 48 is likely to come up. In our comparison, thanks to the long Sportster history and clever marketing, it is probably the most authentic bike of the four test motorbikes. And it's the only one that doesn't have the term "bobber" in its name - because it doesn't need it. Nothing about it has been softened to make comfort-consumed customers happy. When stationary, the motorbike vibrates and the gearbox makes a loud "clunk" with every gear change. The Harley-Davidson 48 is raw, uncompromising and simply oldschool - and cool. Unthinkable with other manufacturers, normal with Harley-Davidson - thanks to clever marketing! Nevertheless, the Forty-Eight rides like a relatively modern motorbike. The V2 has powerful pressure, which the brakes can easily handle. Even though the chassis is designed for comfort, we were surprised at how sportily the Sportster can be moved through curvy terrain.

Very successful appearance, available in four paint finishes

Cool peanut tank

Authentic appearance

Characterful features

Little lean angle clearance

Hard shifting

Very short range due to small tank

Unconventional indicator operation

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price Harley-Davidson Sportster XL 883 N Iron vs Harley-Davidson Sportster XL 1200X Forty-Eight

Price Harley-Davidson Sportster XL 883 N Iron

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Price Harley-Davidson Sportster XL 1200X Forty-Eight

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