Harley-Davidson XL 883L Sportster 883 SuperLow 2011

Complete specifications and details for the 2011 Harley-Davidson XL 883L Sportster 883 SuperLow. This comprehensive guide includes engine specifications, dimensions, features, and performance data.

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Basic Information

MakeHarley-Davidson
ModelXL 883L Sportster 883 SuperLow
Year2011
CategoryCustom-cruiser

Chassis, Suspension & Brakes

Frame TypeMild steel, tubular frame; circular sections; cast junctions. Swingarm: mild steel, rectangular tube section, stamped junctions; MIG welded.
Front BrakesSingle disc. Patented, uniform expansion rotors. Dual-piston.
Front Brakes Diameter292 mm (11.5 inches)
Front Suspension39 mm Showa fork
Front Tyre120/70-ZR18
Front Wheel Travel108 mm (4.3 inches)
Rake31.0°
Rear BrakesSingle disc. Patented, uniform expansion rotors. Single-piston.
Rear Brakes Diameter269 mm (10.6 inches)
Rear SuspensionCoil-over; preload dual-adjustable
Rear Tyre150/60-ZR17
Rear Wheel Travel54 mm (2.1 inches)
Trail145 mm (5.7 inches)
WheelsBlack, Split 5-Spoke with Machined Rim

Other Specifications

Color OptionsVivid black, Cool blue pearl, Merlot sunglo/vivid black, birch white/sedona orange.
ElectricalSealed lead acid, maintenance-free batery, 12V, 12 amp/hour, 200 cca. 30-amp, permanent magnet, single-phase alternator with solid-state regulator.
Factory Warranty24 months unlimited mileage (US)
InstrumentsHandlebar-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. Indicator Lamps: High beam, neutral, low oil pressure, turn signal
Light55-watt low beam, 60-watt high beam
StarterElectric

Engine & Transmission

Displacement883.32 ccm (53.90 cubic inches)
Engine TypeAir-cooled Evolution engine. Pushrod-operated, overhead valves with hydraulic, self-adjusting lifters.
Engine DetailsV2, four-stroke
Torque75.00 Nm (7.6 kgf-m or 55.3 ft.lbs) @ 3500 RPM
Compression8.9:1
Bore X Stroke76.2 x 96.8 mm (3.0 x 3.8 inches)
Valves Per Cylinder2
Fuel SystemInjection. Electronic Sequential Port Fuel Injection (ESPFI)
Lubrication SystemDry-sump
Cooling SystemAir
Gearbox5-speed
Transmission Type Final DriveBelt
ClutchMulti-plate, wet
DrivelinePrimary Drive Chain, 57/34 ratio. Final Drive Belt, 68/29 ratio
Fuel Consumption4.48 litres/100 km (22.3 km/l or 52.50 mpg)
Greenhouse Gases103.9 CO2 g/km. (CO2 - Carbon dioxide emission)
Exhaust SystemChrome, staggered shorty exhaust with dual mufflers

Dimensions & Capacities

Dry Weight243.1 kg (536.0 pounds)
Fuel Capacity17.03 litres (4.50 gallons)
Ground Clearance97 mm (3.8 inches)
Oil Capacity2.80 litres (0.18 quarts)
Overall Height1,209 mm (47.6 inches)
Overall Length2,187 mm (86.1 inches)
Overall Width930 mm (36.6 inches)
Seat Height681 mm (26.8 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting.
Weight Incl Oil Gas Etc255.4 kg (563.0 pounds)