Harley Davidson XL 53C Sportster Cuustom (1998-03)

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The Harley Davidson XL 53C Sportster Custom is a motorcycle produced from 1998 to 2003. It is equipped with a four-stroke, 45 degrees V-twin engine with a capacity of 883cc and a compression ratio of 8.8:1, resulting in a 53 horsepower output at 6000 rpm and a maximum torque of 67 Nm at 4100 rpm. The transmission is a five-speed system, and the final drive is via a belt. The frame is made of mild steel twin cradle, and the suspension comprises 35mm Showa telescopic forks and dual shocks with adjustable damping.

The front brake is a single 292mm disc with two piston calipers, while the rear brake is a single 292mm disc with one piston caliper. The lightweight, 245.0 kg motorcycle has a ground clearance of 159mm and is 2245mm long with a wheelbase of 1510mm. The seat height is 700mm, and the fuel capacity is 12.5 litres. Overall, the Harley Davidson XL 53C Sportster Custom is a reliable and powerful motorcycle with a classic design that is easy to handle and maintain.

Technical specifications:

Make Model: Harley Davidson XL 53C Sportster Cuustom

Year: 1998 – 03


Engine: Four stroke, 45 degrees V-Twin, OHV, 2 valves per cylinder
Capacity: 883 cc / 53.8 cu-in
Bore x Stroke: 76.2 x 96.8 mm
Cooling System: Air cooled
Compression Ratio: 8.8:1
Lubrication: Dry sump, gear drive pump with full flow spin-on disposable oil filter
Induction: Carburettor, 40 mm constant velocity with enrichener and accelerator pump
Ignition: Inductive, battery-powered,V Fire III c electronic breakerless with solid-state dual stage advance
Starting: Electric
Max Power: 53 hp / 38.6 kW @ 6000 rpm
Max Torque: 67 Nm / 49.4 lb-ft @ 4100 rpm
Transmission: 5 Speed
Final Drive: Belt
Gear Ratio: 1st 9.717 2nd 6.690 3rd 5.180 4th 4.267 5th 3.615P
Frame: Mild steel twin cradle

Front Suspension: 35mm Showa telescopic forks.
Rear Suspension: Dual shocks with adjustable damping
Front Brakes: Single 292mm disc 2 piston calipers
Rear Brakes: Single 292mm disc 1 piston calipers
Front Tyre: 80/90-19
Rear Tyre: 130/90-16
Dimensions: Length 2245 mm / 88.4 in
Wheelbase: 1510 mm / 59.4 in
Seat Height: 700 mm / 27.6 in
Ground Clearance: 159 mm / 6.3 in
Dry Weight: 245.0 kg / 540.1 lbs
Fuel Capacity: 12.5 Litres / 3.3 US gal

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