Harley-Davidson XLH Sportster 883 Evolution vs Yamaha TDM 900A (2010)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Harley-Davidson XLH Sportster 883 Evolutionstacks up against the Yamaha TDM 900A. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecHarley-Davidson XLH Sportster 883 EvolutionYamaha TDM 900A
Model year19872010
Price
Engine883 cc897 cc
Horsepower46 hp85 hp
Torque89 Nm
Seat height33 mm
Fuel capacity2.3 L5.3 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
Transmission4-speed6-speed
Front brakesSingle discDouble disc
Rear brakesSingle discSingle disc
TiresMJ 90-19 / MT 90-16 120/70-ZR18 / 160/60-ZR17

Harley-Davidson XLH Sportster 883 Evolution vs Yamaha TDM 900A — which should you buy?

Picking between the Harley-Davidson XLH Sportster 883 Evolution and the Yamaha TDM 900A usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Harley-Davidson XLH Sportster 883 Evolution brings 46 hp, while the Yamaha TDM 900A counters with 85 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: