Harley-Davidson XLH Sportster 883 Evolution De Luxe vs Triumph Sprint Executive (1998)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Harley-Davidson XLH Sportster 883 Evolution De Luxestacks up against the Triumph Sprint Executive. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecHarley-Davidson XLH Sportster 883 Evolution De LuxeTriumph Sprint Executive
Model year19871998
Price
Engine883 cc885 cc
Horsepower46 hp95 hp
Torque80 Nm
Weight215 kg
Seat height31 mm
Fuel capacity2.3 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
Transmission4-speed6-speed
Front brakesSingle discDual disc
Rear brakesSingle discSingle disc
TiresMJ 90-19 / MT 90-16

Harley-Davidson XLH Sportster 883 Evolution De Luxe vs Triumph Sprint Executive — which should you buy?

Picking between the Harley-Davidson XLH Sportster 883 Evolution De Luxe and the Triumph Sprint Executive usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Harley-Davidson XLH Sportster 883 Evolution De Luxe brings 46 hp, while the Triumph Sprint Executive counters with 95 hp at 215 kg.

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: