Harley Davidson XL 883NIron (2011 – 2012)

The Iron 883 embodies the raw, unbridled spirit of motorcycling, its Dark Custom styling pushed to the edge with a potent V-Twin beat and gritty, old-school garage features.

A key highlight of this model is its affordability, with an MSRP of $7,999 making it an excellent starting point for customization. Born from the rugged roots of Harley-Davidson’s Sportster lineage, the Iron 883 combines classic style with modern powertrain technology.

The Iron 883 boasts a number of distinctive features, including a medium-gray powder-coated engine with polished covers, chrome exhaust with slash-cut mufflers, and chopped front and rear fenders. Its riding experience is characterized by a responsive 5-speed transmission, rubber-mounted powertrain to reduce vibration, and disc brakes for confident stopping power. Whether you’re carving up twisties or cruising the streets, the Harley-Davidson Iron 883 promises an unforgettable ride that will leave you yearning for more.

Key Specifications

Engine Type	Four stroke, 45 V-Twin, OHV, 2 valves per cylinder.
Engine Capacity	883 cc / 50.8cu in/
Max Torque	73 Nm / 7.44 kgf-m / 53.8 ft/lb @ 3750 rpm
Fuel Tank Capacity	3.3 US gallons / 12.5 L
Weight (Wet/Kerb)	565 lbs / 256.3 kg
Seat Height	25.7 inches / 653 mm

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All Specifications

Make & Model

Model	Harley Davidson XL 883NIron
Year	2011 – 2012

Engine

Engine Type	Four stroke, 45 V-Twin, OHV, 2 valves per cylinder.
Displacement	883 cc / 50.8cu in/
Bore x Stroke	76.2 x 96.8 mm
Compression Ratio	8.8:1
Max Torque	73 Nm / 7.44 kgf-m / 53.8 ft/lb @ 3750 rpm
Cooling System	Air cooled
Exhaust	Chrome, staggered, shorty exhaust with dual mufflers

Performance

Top Speed

n/a

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Transmission

Clutch	Multi-plate clutch with diaphragm spring in oil bath
Gearbox	5 Speed
Gear Ratios	1st 10.407 / 2nd 7.436 / 3rd 5.53 / 4th 4.583 / 5th 3.93
Final Drive	Belt

Electrical & Electronics System

Starter

Electric

Chassis & Suspension

Frame Type	Mild steel, tubular frame, circular sections, cast junctionsSwingarm Mild steel, rectangular tube sections, stamped junctions, MIG welded
Front Suspension	∅39mm Fork
Front Suspension Travel	3.62 inches / 92 mm
Rear Suspension	Coil-over, dual-adjustable preload
Rear Suspension Travel	1.6 inches / 41 mm
Rake	31.1
Trail	117 mm / 4.6 in

Wheels & Brakes

Front Wheel/Rim Size	Black, 13-spoke cast aluminium
Front Tire Size	100/90B19 57H
Rear Wheel/Rim Size	Black, 13-spoke cast auminium
Rear Tire Size	130/90-16
Front Brakes	Single ∅300mm disc, 2 x ∅38mm piston calipers
Rear Brakes	Single ∅260mm disc, 2 x ∅38mm piston calipers

Dimension & Weights

Seat Height	25.7 inches / 653 mm
Wheelbase	59.5 inches / 1519 mm
Ground Clearance	120 mm / 4.7 in
Fuel Tank Capacity	3.3 US gallons / 12.5 L
Wet (kerb/curb) Weight	565 lbs / 256.3 kg

Features

Medium-gray powder-coated engine with polished covers
Chrome exhaust with slash-cut mufflers
Low front and rear suspension
Classic 3.3-gallon fuel tank
Black, Laced Steel wheels with chrome spokes and black hubs
Chopped front fender with black brackets and lightening holes
Chopped rear fender with black supports
Belt guard with lightening holes
Black fork sliders and black fork gaiters
Sportster Classic solo seat
Black hand and foot controls
Side-mounted license plate
Combination stop/turn/tail lights
Black headlamp body with black visor and satin trim ring
Black low-rise handlebar and black riser
Evolution V-Twin powertrain with Electronic Sequential Port Fuel Injection (ESPFI)
Rubber-mounted powertrain to reduce vibration
5-speed transmission
Dual staggered exhaust

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