Harley-DavidsonDiscontinued 2023motorcycleCruiser883 cc

Harley-Davidson Iron 883

The Harley-Davidson Iron 883 is a discontinued 883 cc motorcycle with a 5-speed gearbox. BikeDekho lists 69 Nm @ 3500 rpm maximum torque. It has a 12.5 L fuel tank and a 251 kg kerb weight.

Engine
883 cc
Max power
51.6 PS @ 6000 rpm
Max torque
69 Nm @ 3500 rpm
Claimed mileage
20 kmpl (ARAI-certified, per BikeDekho)
Fuel tank
12.5 L
Kerb weight
251 kg

About the Harley-Davidson Iron 883

Overview

The Harley-Davidson Iron 883 is a cruiser motorcycle from Harley-Davidson. It has been discontinued (production ended around 2023). Mechiee still services it at your doorstep. Cruisers are built for relaxed riding, typically with a low seat, a laid-back posture and an engine that pulls from low revs. With a 883 cc engine it sits in the big-bike, 800 cc-plus class.

Engine and performance

Power comes from a 883 cc twin-cylinder air-cooled fuel-injected engine that makes 51.6 PS at 6,000 rpm and 69 Nm of torque at 3,500 rpm. Peak torque arrives low in the rev range, at 3,500 rpm, which makes it relaxed to ride in traffic. Its stroke is longer than its bore (76.2 mm x 96.8 mm), a long-stroke layout that generally favours low-down pulling power. Divide power by kerb weight and it has about 206 PS per tonne; by that measure, it is lively, with easy overtakes and relaxed highway speeds. The claimed top speed is 170 km/h. It has electric start.

Gearbox

It has a 5-speed manual gearbox with a 1-down, 4-up shift pattern, and a chain carries drive to the rear wheel. It uses a wet clutch.

Chassis, brakes and tyres

Its frame is chorme, straggered, shorty exhaust with dual mufflers. Suspension is by 39 mm showa forks at the front and coil over preload dual adjustable at the rear. Braking is by twin discs at the front and a disc at the rear, with dual-channel ABS. ABS on both wheels keeps either tyre from locking under hard braking. It rides on 19-inch front and 16-inch rear spoke wheels with tubeless tyres — 100/90B19 57H at the front and 150/80B16 77H at the rear.

Size, comfort and range

The seat is 735 mm off the ground, which is low and makes it easy to put your feet down. It weighs 251 kg ready to ride, which is heavy, so parking and tight U-turns need care. Ground clearance is 120 mm — low, so take speed breakers and steep ramps slowly. It is 2,245 mm long, with 1,510 mm between the axles. Its 12.5 L fuel tank and claimed mileage of 20 kmpl work out to roughly 250 km per tankful on paper; real-world range is usually lower.

Features and equipment

Equipment includes an analogue instrument console, daytime running lamps, low oil indicator and low battery indicator. Safety equipment includes low fuel indicator and low oil indicator.

Owning one

For the Harley-Davidson Iron 883, Mechiee offers a fixed ₹8,999 doorstep service.

Who it suits

It is best suited to relaxed riding and unhurried weekend trips. Its low seat also makes it approachable for shorter and newer riders.

Care notes for this model

Its chain drive needs regular cleaning, lubrication and slack adjustment.

Harley-Davidson Iron 883 specifications

These figures come from a single publication (BikeDekho) and have not been confirmed against the manufacturer. The model is discontinued. Exact values can differ slightly by variant and model year.

Engine & performance

Displacement
883 cc
Configuration
Air-Cooled, Evolution, Electronic Sequential Port Fuel Injection
Cooling
Air Cooled
Starting
Self Start Only
Maximum power
51.6 PS @ 6000 rpm
Maximum torque
69 Nm @ 3500 rpm
Claimed mileage
20 kmpl (ARAI-certified, per BikeDekho)
Top speed
170 km/h
Transmission
5 Speed
Gears
5-speed
Clutch
Wet, Mutli-Plate
Final drive
Chain Drive
Bore x stroke
76.2 mm x 96.8 mm
Compression ratio
9:1
Cylinders
2
Gear shift pattern
1 Down 4 Up

Dimensions & capacity

Length
2245 mm
Width
820 mm
Height
1120 mm
Wheelbase
1510 mm
Ground clearance
120 mm
Seat height
735 mm
Kerb weight
251 kg
Fuel tank
12.5 L

Brakes, suspension & tyres

Front brake
Double Disc
Rear brake
Disc
Braking system
Dual Channel ABS
Front suspension
39 mm Showa
Rear suspension
Coil Over Preload Dual Adjustable
Front tyre
100/90B19 57H
Rear tyre
150/80B16 77H
Wheels
Spoke
Tyre type
Tubeless
Wheel size
R19

Chassis & frame

Frame type
Chorme, Straggered, Shorty Exhaust with Dual Mufflers
Seat type
Single

Electricals

Instrument console
Analogue
Tail lamp
LED
Indicators
LED

Features & technology

  • Daytime running lamps
  • Low oil indicator
  • Low battery indicator

Safety

  • Dual Channel ABS
  • Low fuel indicator
  • Low oil indicator

Sources: BikeDekho, ZigWheels, 91wheels

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Owning the Harley-Davidson Iron 883

  • Claimed mileage

    20 kmpl (ARAI-certified, per BikeDekho)

    Manufacturer's claimed figure; real-world mileage is usually lower.

  • Estimated range

    about 250 km

    Claimed mileage × tank size. An estimate, not a promise.

  • Mechiee doorstep service

    ₹8,999

    Mechiee's fixed doorstep service price for this model.

Maintaining the Harley-Davidson Iron 883

  • Routine servicing

    Follow the schedule in the owner's manual for your exact variant and year. A regular service is the cheapest way to catch small problems before they become expensive ones.

  • Engine oil & filter

    Engine oil is the single most important consumable to keep fresh. Top up between services if the level drops, and change it on schedule.

  • Brake inspection

    With Double Disc and Disc brakes, check pad or shoe wear, lever and pedal free play, and braking feel at every service.

  • Chain cleaning & lubrication

    A clean, correctly tensioned and lubricated chain lasts longer and wastes less power. Check slack regularly, especially after riding in rain or dust.

  • Air filter & spark plug

    A clogged air filter or worn spark plug shows up as hard starting, weak throttle response and poorer fuel economy. Both are checked at a regular service and replaced when worn.

  • Disc brake fluid

    Brake fluid absorbs moisture over time, which lowers its boiling point. Have its level and condition checked and change it on the interval in the owner's manual.

  • Tyre inspection

    This bike runs 100/90B19 57H / 150/80B16 77H tyres. Check pressure, tread depth and sidewalls, and replace tyres that are worn or cracked.

  • Battery & electricals

    Weak starting, dim lights or a flickering console are early signs the battery or charging system needs a look.

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Compare with similar Harley-Davidson bikes

Manufacturer figures for each bike. A dash means the value is not published in our sources.

SpecificationHarley-Davidson Iron 883Harley-Davidson Sportster SHarley-Davidson Road KingHarley-Davidson Fat Bob 114
Engine883 cc1252 cc1746 cc1868 cc
Max power51.6 PS @ 6000 rpm122.3 PS @ 7500 rpm84.2 PS @ 5020 rpm93 HP / 69 kW @ 5020 rpm
Max torque69 Nm @ 3500 rpm125 Nm @ 6000 rpm150 Nm @ 3250 rpm155 Nm @ 3500 rpm
Claimed mileage20 kmpl (ARAI-certified, per BikeDekho)20 kmpl (claimed, per 91wheels)18 kmpl (ARAI-certified, per BikeDekho)—
Gears5-speed6-speed6-speed6-speed
Kerb weight251 kg228 kg379 kg306 kg
Fuel tank12.5 L11.7 L22.7 L13.2 Litres
Front brakeDouble DiscDisc, 320 mmDiscFloating rotor, 4-piston fixed caliper
Rear brakeDiscDisc, 260 mmDiscFloating rotor, 2-piston floating caliper

Harley-Davidson Iron 883 specs explained

What the technical terms on this page mean.

ABS
Anti-lock braking system. It stops a wheel locking up during hard braking so the rider can keep steering. A single-channel system works on one wheel, usually the front; a dual-channel system works on both.
Fuel injection
Petrol is delivered by an electronically controlled injector instead of a carburettor, which helps with easy starting and steady fuel economy.
Air cooling
The engine is cooled by air flowing over its fins. It is simpler and needs no coolant, which keeps upkeep straightforward.
Tubeless tyres
Tyres with no inner tube. A small puncture usually loses air slowly, which makes roadside repair easier.
Kerb weight
The weight of the bike ready to ride, with its fluids and fuel, but without a rider or luggage.
Bore x stroke
The cylinder's width and the piston's travel. A larger bore relative to stroke tends to favour revs; a longer stroke tends to favour low-speed pull.
Compression ratio
How much the fuel-air mixture is squeezed before it is ignited. It is one of the factors behind an engine's efficiency and power.

Frequently Asked Questions

The Harley-Davidson Iron 883 has a 883 cc engine, described as air-cooled, evolution, electronic sequential port fuel injection.

The Harley-Davidson Iron 883 is rated at 51.6 PS @ 6000 rpm maximum power and 69 Nm @ 3500 rpm maximum torque.

The claimed figure for the Harley-Davidson Iron 883 is 20 kmpl (ARAI-certified, per BikeDekho). Real-world mileage is usually lower and depends on riding style, load, road and traffic conditions and how well the bike is maintained.

The Harley-Davidson Iron 883 has Double Disc at the front and Disc at the rear, with Dual Channel ABS.

The Harley-Davidson Iron 883 runs 100/90B19 57H at the front and 150/80B16 77H at the rear on spoke wheels.

Follow the service schedule in the owner's manual for your exact variant and year. Between services, keep an eye on engine oil, chain, tyres and battery. With Double Disc and Disc brakes, brake wear and adjustment are worth checking at every visit.

Multiplying the claimed 20 kmpl (ARAI-certified, per BikeDekho) by the 12.5 L tank gives roughly 250 km on a full tank. That is an estimate from claimed figures; real-world range is usually lower.

No. The Harley-Davidson Iron 883 has been discontinued (production ended around 2023). Mechiee still lists doorstep servicing for it.

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