Harley-Davidson XL 883R Sportster 883R vs Boom Trikes Sportster (2011)

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

Spec comparison

SpecHarley-Davidson XL 883R Sportster 883RBoom Trikes Sportster
Model year20112011
Price
Engine883 cc883 cc
Horsepower52 hp
Torque66 Nm70 Nm
Weight243 kg
Seat height30 mm26 mm
Fuel capacity3.3 L4.2 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
Transmission6-speed5-speed
Front brakesSingle disc. Patented, uniform expansion rotors. Dual-piston.Single disc
Rear brakesSingle disc. Patented, uniform expansion rotors. Single-piston.Double disc
Tires100/90-19 / 100/90-19 255/40-17

Harley-Davidson XL 883R Sportster 883R vs Boom Trikes Sportster — which should you buy?

Picking between the Harley-Davidson XL 883R Sportster 883R and the Boom Trikes Sportster usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Harley-Davidson XL 883R Sportster 883R brings its published horsepower in a 243 kg package, while the Boom Trikes Sportster counters with 52 hp.

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: