Harley-Davidson Sportster XL 883 2009 vs. Royal Enfield Interceptor 650 2018

Harley-Davidson Sportster XL 883 2009

Harley-Davidson Sportster XL 883 2009

Royal Enfield Interceptor 650 2018

Royal Enfield Interceptor 650 2018

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Technical Specifications Harley-Davidson Sportster XL 883 2009 compared to Royal Enfield Interceptor 650 2018

Harley-Davidson Sportster XL 883 2009
Royal Enfield Interceptor 650 2018

Engine and Drive Train

BoreBore76.2 mmBore78 mm
StrokeStroke96.8 mmStroke67.8 mm
TorqueTorque70 NmTorque52 Nm
Rpm at TorqueRpm at Torque3,750 rpmRpm at Torque4,000 rpm
TransmissionTransmissionBeltTransmissionChain
CoolingCoolingAirCoolingOil-air
DisplacementDisplacement883 ccmDisplacement648 ccm

Brakes Front

PistonPistonDouble pistonPistonDouble piston

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre diameterFront tyre diameter19 inchFront tyre diameter18 inch
LengthLength2,260 mmLength2,122 mm
WheelbaseWheelbase1,520 mmWheelbase1,400 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height693 mmSeat Height804 mm
Dry WeightDry Weight251 kgDry Weight202 kg
Fuel Tank CapacityFuel Tank Capacity12.5 lFuel Tank Capacity13.7 l

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

Harley-Davidson Sportster XL 883 2009

Harley-Davidson Sportster XL 883 2009

Unfortunately, our editors did not test this model.

Royal Enfield Interceptor 650 2018

Royal Enfield Interceptor 650 2018

While the Continental GT 650 is not a completely new model visually (there is already the Conti GT 535), an Interceptor 650 with a two-cylinder engine is now coming onto the market for the first time in almost 50 years. The styling therefore skilfully reflects the flair of the 1960s, while the technology is up to date. You won't find any electronic features, but the parallel twin-cylinder engine with 48 hp and 53 Newton metres of torque is surprisingly agile and the handling is very neutral. The Brembo brake is also pleasing with good dosing and the Pirelli tyres do not show any weaknesses. The seating position is very comfortable, so if you don't want to ride your Interceptor 650 so sportily, you can cruise comfortably - it can do that very well too.

Agile and refined powerplant

cool two-cylinder sound

comfortable seating position

stable handling

good brakes

successful old school look

classic round instruments

reasonable price.

ABS not quite sensitive, no electronic features - in case anyone needs them...

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price Harley-Davidson Sportster XL 883 vs Royal Enfield Interceptor 650

Price Harley-Davidson Sportster XL 883

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