Harley-Davidson Iron 883 vs Harley-Davidson Sportster Superlow (2022)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Harley-Davidson Iron 883stacks up against the Harley-Davidson Sportster Superlow. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecHarley-Davidson Iron 883Harley-Davidson Sportster Superlow
Model year20222019
Price$10,749$8,699
Engine883 cc883 cc
Horsepower51 hp52 hp
Torque73 Nm75 Nm
Weight247 kg247 kg
Seat height26 mm26 mm
Fuel capacity3.3 L4.5 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
Transmission6-speed6-speed
Front brakesSingle disc. Optional ABS, dual pistonSingle disc. Optional ABS. Two-piston calliper.
Rear brakesSingle disc. Optional ABS, dual pistonSingle disc. Optional ABS. Two-piston calliper.
Tires100/90-B19 / 150/80-B16 120/70-ZR18 / 150/60-ZR17

Harley-Davidson Iron 883 vs Harley-Davidson Sportster Superlow — which should you buy?

Picking between the Harley-Davidson Iron 883 and the Harley-Davidson Sportster Superlow usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Harley-Davidson Iron 883 brings 51 hp in a 247 kg package, while the Harley-Davidson Sportster Superlow counters with 52 hp at 247 kg. On price, the Harley-Davidson Sportster Superlow has the lower MSRP.

Our spec tables above highlight the winning number on each line. For the full rider-focused reviews including real-world fuel economy, service costs and available colors, click into either bike: