Blog: 2015 Harley-Davidson Sportster Iron 883 Review
If you’re searching for a motorcycle with a high coolness factor and plenty of attitude, then we suggest taking a ride on the 2015 Harley-Davidson® Sportster Iron 883. The old-school bike is authentic H-D® to the core, and its dark, monochrome style is all the flash you really need. (1)
Overview
Harley®’s charismatic Iron 883 is part of the motorcycle maker’s “small bike” family, but don’t let that description fool you into thinking anything less of it. According to Top Speed, its roots trace back to early XLs and the 1950s K-Model, and its old-school charm combined with modern features and technology make for a truly enticing vehicle. (2)
Riding the Iron 883
Right off the bat, we suggest contacting Adamec Harley-Davidson® to test drive the blacked-out bruiser. Equipped with a three-decades strong Evolution motor — an air-cooled, Evolution 883cc engine, to be precise — the bike delivers plenty of low-end torque with a total 54 pound-feet at 3,750 rpm available to the driver, and is paired to a five-speed transmission. (1) Additionally, the Sportster’s top speed is estimated to be 103 miles per hour, so don’t worry about keeping up with the other drivers.(2)
The 2015 Harley-Davidson® Sportster Iron 883 is a small bike (physically speaking), weighing in at a mere 562 pounds with the mass carried low — according to the review from Ultimate Motorcycling — so the bike feels lighter, and therefore “manageable in low-speed situations like gas stations and parking lots.” What’s more, you’ll be able to thread through the lanes if you spot some serious road congestion. (1)
Another feature you may enjoy is the low and narrow seat that’s only 25.7 inches high, and the slammed down front and rear suspension. When combined, these elements make for a very comfortable ride. In addition, the mid-mounted controls and rider foot pegs are within easy reach — especially for those of shorter stature. (4)
Styles and Features
The black-out Harley®, with its classic Sportster design — which includes a 3.3 gallon peanut fuel tank — and 13-spoke wheels/Michelin Scorcher tires featuring synthetic polymers for enhanced grip and durability, are more than enough to draw you in. Optional elements include anti-lock brakes (ABS) and a Smart Security System with a hands-free fob.
For more details regarding features and pricing, or to test drive the bikemaker’s authentic new 2015 Sportster Iron 883 model, contact Adamec Harley-Davidson of Baymeadows, Orange Park, Regency and St. Augustine. (3)
(1) “2015 Harley-Davidson Sportster Iron 883 Review” Ultimate Motorcycling.
(2) “2015 Harley-Davidson Iron 883” Top Speed.
(3) “2015 Iron 883” Harley-Davidson USA.
(4) “2015 Harley-Davidson® XL883N Sportster® Iron 883” Adamec Harley-Davidson.