Harley-Davidson Sportster XL 883 N Iron 2015 vs. Kawasaki Eliminator 500 2024

Harley-Davidson Sportster XL 883 N Iron 2015

Kawasaki Eliminator 500 2024

Overview - Harley-Davidson Sportster XL 883 N Iron 2015 vs Kawasaki Eliminator 500 2024

Harley-Davidson Sportster XL 883 N Iron 2015

Kawasaki Eliminator 500 2024

Technical Specifications Harley-Davidson Sportster XL 883 N Iron 2015 compared to Kawasaki Eliminator 500 2024

Harley-Davidson Sportster XL 883 N Iron 2015

Kawasaki Eliminator 500 2024

Harley-Davidson Sportster XL 883 N Iron 2015

Kawasaki Eliminator 500 2024

Engine and Drive Train

Bore	Bore	76.2 mm	Bore	70 mm
Stroke	Stroke	96.8 mm	Stroke	58.6 mm
Engine power	Engine power	53 HP	Engine power	45.4 HP
Rpm at Max. Power	Rpm at Max. Power	5,750 rpm	Rpm at Max. Power	9,000 rpm
Torque	Torque	70 Nm	Torque	42.6 Nm
Rpm at Torque	Rpm at Torque	3,750 rpm	Rpm at Torque	6,000 rpm
Compression Ratio	Compression Ratio	9	Compression Ratio	11.3
Displacement	Displacement	883 ccm	Displacement	499 ccm

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre width	Front tyre width	100 mm	Front tyre width	130 mm
Front tyre height	Front tyre height	90 %	Front tyre height	70 %
Front tyre diameter	Front tyre diameter	19 inch	Front tyre diameter	18 inch
Rear tyre width	Rear tyre width	150 mm	Rear tyre width	150 mm
Rear tyre height	Rear tyre height	80 %	Rear tyre height	80 %
Rear tyre diameter	Rear tyre diameter	16 inch	Rear tyre diameter	16 inch
Length	Length	2,255 mm	Length	2,250 mm
Width	Width	855 mm	Width	785 mm
Height	Height	1,120 mm	Height	1,100 mm
Wheelbase	Wheelbase	1,510 mm	Wheelbase	1,520 mm
Seat Height	Seat Height	735 mm	Seat Height	735 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity	Fuel Tank Capacity	12.5 l	Fuel Tank Capacity	13 l

Pros and Cons in comparison

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

Kawasaki Eliminator 500 2024

The Kawasaki Eliminator 500 is a successful bike in a competitive price segment. The latest addition from the green brand offers easy handling and riding pleasure at an attractive price. Beginners, returning riders and smart bikers will all enjoy this urban cruiser. In my opinion, the Kawasaki Eliminator 500 could achieve cult status.

Handling, despite low ground clearance, an attack the twisties

Engine, good torque

Weight, 167 kg

Gearbox, excellent shifting

Seating position, comfortably neutral Driving licence class A2

Rear-view mirror, stylish but hardly any visibility to the rear tyres, IRC spongy, gives hardly any feedback

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price Harley-Davidson Sportster XL 883 N Iron vs Kawasaki Eliminator 500

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