Harley-Davidson Sportster XL 883 N Iron 2015 vs. Royal Enfield Meteor 350 Fireball 2021

Harley-Davidson Sportster XL 883 N Iron 2015

Harley-Davidson Sportster XL 883 N Iron 2015

Royal Enfield Meteor 350 Fireball 2021

Royal Enfield Meteor 350 Fireball 2021

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Technical Specifications Harley-Davidson Sportster XL 883 N Iron 2015 compared to Royal Enfield Meteor 350 Fireball 2021

Harley-Davidson Sportster XL 883 N Iron 2015
Royal Enfield Meteor 350 Fireball 2021

Engine and Drive Train

BoreBore76.2 mmBore72 mm
StrokeStroke96.8 mmStroke85.8 mm
Engine powerEngine power53 HPEngine power20.2 HP
Rpm at Max. PowerRpm at Max. Power5,750 rpmRpm at Max. Power6,100 rpm
TorqueTorque70 NmTorque27 Nm
Rpm at TorqueRpm at Torque3,750 rpmRpm at Torque4,000 rpm
Compression RatioCompression Ratio9 Compression Ratio9.5
Clutch TypeClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bathClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bath
TransmissionTransmissionBeltTransmissionChain
Number of gearsNumber of gears5Number of gears5
ValvesValvesOHVValvesOHV
CoolingCoolingAirCoolingOil-air
DisplacementDisplacement883 ccmDisplacement349 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspensionFront suspensionTelescopic forkFront suspensionTelescopic fork

Chassis

FrameFrameSteelFrameSteel
Frame typeFrame typeDouble cradleFrame typeTwin-Spar

Brakes Front

TypeTypeSingle diskTypeSingle disk
PistonPistonDouble pistonPistonDouble piston
Shock mountShock mountFloating caliperShock mountFloating caliper

Brakes Rear

TypeTypeDiscTypeDisc
PistonPistonDouble pistonPistonSingle piston
Shock mountShock mountFloating caliperShock mountFloating caliper

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre widthFront tyre width100 mmFront tyre width100 mm
Front tyre heightFront tyre height90 %Front tyre height90 %
Front tyre diameterFront tyre diameter19 inchFront tyre diameter19 inch
Rear tyre widthRear tyre width150 mmRear tyre width140 mm
Rear tyre heightRear tyre height80 %Rear tyre height70 %
Rear tyre diameterRear tyre diameter16 inchRear tyre diameter17 inch
LengthLength2,255 mmLength2,140 mm
WidthWidth855 mmWidth845 mm
HeightHeight1,120 mmHeight1,140 mm
WheelbaseWheelbase1,510 mmWheelbase1,400 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height735 mmSeat Height765 mm
Fuel Tank CapacityFuel Tank Capacity12.5 lFuel Tank Capacity15 l
License compliancyLicense compliancyALicense compliancyA2

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

Harley-Davidson Sportster XL 883 N Iron 2015

Harley-Davidson Sportster XL 883 N Iron 2015

Both the new Sportster XL 883 Iron and its larger sister Sportster XL 1200 X Forty-Eight benefit from the revised suspension - the rear shocks dampen more sensitively and are infinitely adjustable in spring preload. The front forks also do a better job thanks to the progressive spring winding, and sagging is efficiently prevented. The fat 49-millimetre fork on the Forty-Eight in particular also makes a good visual impression.

Sensitive and stable chassis

typical Sportster engines with the necessary vibrations

comfortable seating position

acceptable lean angle clearance

brakes with ABS

somewhat sluggish gearbox

Royal Enfield Meteor 350 Fireball 2021

Royal Enfield Meteor 350 Fireball 2021

Whether as a beginner's bike or a second bike, the Royal Enfield Meteor 350 offers a hell of a lot of motorbike at a more than fair price. But one thing is clear: if you are looking for lap times or home track records, you should get another motorbike. Everyone else is guaranteed not to go wrong with the attractively designed Meteor 350. It's a great bike that could well become a blockbuster without any real competition on the market!

Unbeatable price

engine hugs the throttle well

turn-by-turn navigation

good ergonomics for big and small

highly customisable

coherent concept

chassis and brakes fit

big enough for two

good lean angle clearance

beginner-friendly.

Workmanship and material appearance occasionally at a low level

headlights with low luminous efficacy

engine power somewhat weak for motorway journeys.

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price Harley-Davidson Sportster XL 883 N Iron vs Royal Enfield Meteor 350 Fireball

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