2020 Harley Davidson Sportster 883 First Ride | REVIEW

Raw, blacked-out, and stripped down, this bike is legit. If you're trying to get an affordable Harley Davidson, I definitely recommend you try this one out.

[@danielmiller4794]

I’m 5’4 and love this bike perfect fit for me and not to heavy plenty of power and this is my first bike I have never owned a bike in my life and when I bought this one I just jumped on it and took off been riding it ever since

[@victormurillo6956]

How much you weigh? I’m a similar size and want to buy my first bike

[@makoygaara]

We are about the same height. I was a teenager when I last rode on a motorcycle and they say this bike is for beginners. So, I'm considering this in the future.

[@eliudnganga9807]

Ooo v

[@dobermanpac1064]

CAFE or NOWAY. I’ve been riding for 5 decades on 500 to 900 cc machines. And Tourism is not my cup of tea. The Iron with minimal modifications is the most fun bike on the Planet. 😎 There are faster bikes, more dependable bikes, but the HD delivers on so many levels it’s my choice of poison ☠️ to ride on. I don’t care if you differ😂😂😂

[@johng1522]

I agree with you, but its also fair to say that the iron 883 is a very reliable bike!

[@dennism103]

Wise words bro

[@BlazinBlades]

Robert Sparkes Been riding for 30 years always on Japanese bikes and I must say I was very pleasantly surprised riding an 883. The looks of it is spot on and the aftermarket stuff for it is limitless 💪 Stay safe BB 🍻

[@dons8992]

And I was just going to come on and say exactly that ..... my first one was a 72 kick 1000 I work in a bike shop I've ridden all kinds of stuff nothing like real iron I had a 57 pan big twins weigh 800 + pounds they called Sportster a girl's bike..... but if a girl's slinging this iron around she's probably got a girlfriend

[@oliox8685]

@Afg Tunes The step up is the 1200 engine. Forty Eight (tiny tank), Iron 1200 and custom 1200. Worth noting than gears are taller on the 1200 so better on the highway. If you like the looks of the 883 it can be modded with a 1200 engine kit.

[@MrFloridalovers]

I was really confused about what Harley Davidson to buy and now definitely gonna be the 883... Thank you man

[@argyrisandreou5472]

i bought 883 yesterday . first bike after 7 year.i think im in love

[@Lexsoufz]

Τι λέει η μηχανή μετά από δυο μήνες ;

[@monkeymafia6378]

gave you the 999th like for telling me something cool about the tac / gear indicator. No other reviewer covered that.

[@zk6329]

Great Vlog- i am ready to get this for my Kid- who's 6.3". i will be heading to dealership tomorrow. thank you for specifically mentioning your height. i was a bit nervous if this bike is fit for a taller person. after watching this , i am feeling confident. i love HD, i worked for HD 7 years in Milwaukee, ever since i had been dreaming about owning a HD bike. finally, i am getting one from my Kid who will start his UNI this fall. need all riders blessings :)

[@scottjones7767]

Z K well how did he like the bike?

[@zk6329]

Hey Scott, He’s super thrilled about the bike. I got a Iron 883N 2019 Matt black. Amazing machine. Cant stop bragging about it. We ordered V&H short shots exhaust system and ready to be installed next week. Can’t wait to hear the new Roar..!!!

[@germanium1872]

The brakes get better when you break them in. I thought the same about my Yamaha. After 100 miles they were awesome.

[@bigsimpd]

Good review bro. New to the channel. I have the 2019 iron blacked out. But I currently have mine getting the Olive Gold paint job on it. Love this bike it's my first one and I don't regret the decision. The vibration is real lol. I had to put some air cushion grips on mine. Changing out the pipes as well with the vance and hines slip ons then i'm done for now.

[@evilemil4]

love my Iron. no idea why people say it can't keep up on the highway. I run mine to work 90 miles hwy round trip average 85mph, no problem. Still have plenty of passing power at that speed too. Cant' keep up with baggers on the highway??? Maybe if they steady cruise at 100mph or you're pushing 250 pounds. It's a shitty evaluation.

[@argyrisandreou5472]

i got a iron 883 matte black 3 months ago. 2000 miles later i in love. its not the best bike in the world. but has untouchable character

[@maurice1229]

got same model 2020 883, just for that purpose. back roads in Arkansas, beach park gym, shopping groceries. Quick errands, 04-22-24 good summery too. Not fast like the others, but style points.

[@bikerbeliever8169]

Sportster is a great bike if they just didnt ride so rough and were little smoother. They look fantastic and I'd take them over a softail if they had a better ride. Could care less about the power and torque difference, they still have that muscular sound and good enough torque.

[@marcuss_aureliuss]

I bought a 2010 Iron for $4500. The bike is not quick but it’s not as slow as it appears in this video. The up-shifts in this video were pretty early which is fair considering the bike doesn’t have a clear tachometer. Nice vid

[@danielgalvan1634]

Go and get you one man cuz I'm 67 and I love mine the 2021 go for it dude you'll love it

[@1965l88]

My wife has a '16 Iron 883. Functionally identical to the '20, and I actually enjoy riding it as much as I do my '16 Lowrider, depending on the particular ride. The only thing I don't like about the '16-'20 Irons is the almost nonexistent rear suspension and that damned air cleaner that looks like they hung a dryer vent on the side of the bike. I replaced the air cleaner with a Hammer Performance Impact air cleaner and put a set of Rush slipons on it. Made a decent difference, but there's a complete Hammer 1275 kit waiting for a little spare time to be installed..... Nice review by the way, but estimating it at fifty-some horsepower is giving a lot of credit. Most stockers dyno at about 45 horsepower or just a bit more.

[@Spongschbob]

If this was my Harley store, I'd take care of the driveway and get all that gravel out of the way, even if it is a public road.

[@genegoodwin8925]

The brakes will feel better once the brake pads wear in a little bit. The advantage of any Harley is the lower RPM's at highway speeds (55-70mph). Other bikes rev higher at such speeds. I prefer the lower RPM's which makes me more relaxed than a bike with higher RPM's. I've had three Harley Big Twins and I think the Sportster is way more fun! Go for it, buy one.

[@kresimircosic9035]

Thing is gorgeous. Cannot wait to afford one and chill.

[@kamrencarlineo7943]

Just got one from the dealership 1000 down and 300 a month and they stored it for me in the winter. Go check one out !!

[@Adam-xu8db]

@@kamrencarlineo7943 how much is it?

[@xandergregor8292]

@@Adam-xu8db about 12000 with all the California taxes. I'm paying 200 a month instead of 300 like the other guy said. Depends on your credit but it's worth the money, only wish I had gotten the 1200 with some of the mods it already comes with

[@tankwigand4503]

That's all the bike I want, I love the 883 Iron. I just want one with 14 inch Z-Bars on it. Short rides, and very twisty back roads is my thing, always has been..

[@hanszimmer4679]

This could, in my opinion, be maybe one of the best bikes to get as a second bike if you already have a big tourer or very fast and agile sportsbike. As a nice addition or contrast if you like to put it that way.

[@jefftilghman9059]

What do you mean by "brakes are weak"? I don't have any problem stopping or slowing down. I have a 2015.

[@PkwyDrive13]

I'm 6'3 as well, I ride a 2017 iron 883 red denim with no issues.

[@glockglock7486]

TylerDD cap

[@mar2smooth54]

Michael Smith stfu

[@justindhitchcock1806]

I have a sportster superlow with ABS and security key fob 2017 I love the sportster sportster is a phenomenal platform I’m always in town never on the highway so is the sportster all the way for me

[@kiribrown3080]

Black on black is beautiful!!!

[@mukeshpawar3417]

Yup sounds & looks really good.

[@Thebigboy641]

If I have never ever ridden a motorcycle, is this bike a good first bike to get? I really like the look and sound of this bike!! It looks so awesome

[@ddkanchat]

Try Honda Rebel 500 if you’re beginner

[@Rabbitzblue]

Take a motorcycle class first and then go for it

[@mr.smirnoff4317]

This HD is a really good beginner bike ! Get it bro !

[@ronlheureux7623]

I like your conclusions, except for your claim of poor reliability. That EVO engine has been around since 1986 and is considered bulletproof. I owned one for years and never had a warranty repair from new. No oil leaks anywhere, even sweating at the base of the cylinders. Also, it's a cruiser and not know for prolonged highway riding. It would need a sixth gear for that.

[@JP1970]

Fun looking bike, man! Thanks for the review....liked and subbed!

[@A.ChristopherJohnson]

Awesome review, I'm 6'2 also, want this as my 1st dude !!

[@user-mz8je8kh9y]

I’m 6,1 and I fit on a ninja 300 you should be fine

[@adriantrejo6696]

I’m 5’6 I have a feeling this will fit me real good

[@swaggs803thedon7]

Looking Into the 2020 iron 883. I got a 2015 street 500 running straight header pipes no exhaust or muffler and it pures but ya get the sportster 883

[@swaggs803thedon7]

I actually got my 2020 iron 883 had 12 miles on it low mileage hell ya now its at 447 miles alot of mods done to it

[@MegaMarlon0123]

I bought an sportster 48 not too long ago as well, very happy with it, i have it on my KZbin lol

[@yorungesineoturmayantelesk5790]

Next week I will buying this Harley but green colour. Thank you for first looking and review.

[@MehmetErgene]

Good luck, please share your thoughts :)

[@yorungesineoturmayantelesk5790]

@@MehmetErgene hahha :)) aldım, hissiyatı benim için olağanüstü oldu. Kendi motorun olması farklı bir duygu katıyor. Tabii esas harleyciler pek sıcak bakmıyor bu modele ama benim hayalimdi üzülmesin diye salonda saklıyorum :))

[@MehmetErgene]

@@yorungesineoturmayantelesk5790 gazı kökleyip, motorun sesiyle diğer arkadaşların yorumlarını gırtlaklarına gömebilirsiniz. Sıfır mı? İlk motorunuz muydu?

[@yorungesineoturmayantelesk5790]

@@MehmetErgene hahah teşekkürler. Üçüncü motorum. En son 2012'de ducati aldım, Türkiye'de, kullanıyorum hala. Sıfır aldım, araba kullanamıyorum :)) motor tutkuma harcadım ne varsa :))

[@MehmetErgene]

@@yorungesineoturmayantelesk5790 güle güle kullanın 🧿

[@lphotwunteel5250]

Needs a stage 1 right off the lot. Vance and hines short shots sounded great on mine. Lots of room for customization. I miss mine

[@teriwildey9885]

I have Vance and Hines short shot pipes and the Screaming Eagle Heavy Breather. I'm thinking about doing the 1275 conversion kit over the winter 🤔

[@dennism103]

Those are very reasonable and dependable

[@StevieAR20]

Would you recommend it for someone who is new to the bike world? Like a true beginner? Curious to know. Thanks!

[@ricknelson9774]

You said the brakes are weak? Remember the bike only had 4 miles on it and I hope you know brake pads have to be run in. Try one with a couple hundred miles on it.

[@ozzyv3419]

In 4 years I will be able to ride a bike...

[@langan_brandon147]

Same

[@BNatoAk]

What you wanting to buy??? You should be almost ready to ride

[@Voltomess]

I'm disappointed with those pipes why they're so quiet? did Sportsters always had them before? I thought they had like pretty loud pipes straight from factory..........

[@realestategomez]

Yeah, get it. 👍🏼

[@drainmonkeys385]

I just bout the 22. 2 days ago,, it’s a good looking bike

[@chuckied3201]

I want this bike so bad, I'm a first time rider. I'm from NJ ad i wonder how much id have 2 put down on it without good credit?! I WANT this BIKE!

[@jefftilghman9059]

I really like it too. I have a 2015 Iron.

[@jeffdouglas1952]

I have the same with 16'' ape & dan moto 2N1 pipes after market air breather , it like mine. want to do cam ect next.

[@jefftilghman9059]

@@jeffdouglas1952 I may also add a cam in a couple or so years. 8" mini apes for me. I'm only 5'8" with a short inseam. This month makes one year riding and the Iron is my first bike!

[@petterin1]

Just love that bike!

[@d3ltaking419]

I'm thinking of buying this as my first bike, since I'm going to be a new rider. I've only ridden a 250cc dirt bike before so I have somewhat of an idea of how the clutch works, however I keep getting people tell me that have been riding for a long time say oh get your self a soft tail instead because you are going to grow out of that little 883 but the fact the matter is I'm a short guy 5'5" so this bike would suite me more I think?

[@bakedbeanz4510]

D3LTA KING surely will suit you more, I love my 883 do not listen to all the other guys, soft tails are nice don’t get me wrong, my brother has a heritage I’ve ridden several times my buddy has a softtail slim which is a very nice bike and has a hell of a lot of pep that I have also ridden several times, but sportsters are a very fun bike nimble on the road so it moves great, the newer ones are 5 gears compared to my 1971 I had which was 4 gears and right side shift kick start only which makes the newer sportys much more highwayable lol and I’m a shorter guy as well very comfortable on these if you end up wanting more power get the 1250 jugs and slap them on with a tune and such and the “big bike” guys will lose their mind when you pull of at a light

[@calvinsocalesq]

I am "Like" number 888... Damn it, I'm off by 5! 🏍👍😎 Great review, thanks for the content!

[@speedie8776]

They look amazing no doubt (had one), but my 2019 sport glide out weighs it in every way possible.

[@WHOHATESTOWORK]

Twice the price tho you are comparing your bike

[@speedie8776]

New Zealand I’m fine with that. The sportster is absolutely uncomfortable for long distance.

[@neji1496]

Is the keyless start standard? Cause I have a 2020 883 barracuda silver doesn't have it

[@jefftilghman9059]

LOL

[@neji1496]

@@jefftilghman9059 what's funny

[@nubianlife8439]

Remote start? I’m confused

[@neji1496]

@@nubianlife8439 i meant keyless

[@jefftilghman9059]

@@neji1496 no motorcycle, from what I know which is not much, doesn't have or really need a remote start. Especially a basic model like the Sportsters!

[@brunocpc]

This bike is good for beginners? Nice video!

[@husamali3354]

Yes ofcourse

[@trentalexander908]

I love the bike. The bars look stupid. I changed that asap with bobber bars

[@teriwildey9885]

Get it! I love my iron 883

[@bakedbeanz4510]

I do not mis the stock sound of my 2019, I think harleys sound terrible stock these days

[@zachwilson7060]

I want it so bad

[@kailylovesbunbun]

Love ya bro!

[@dennism103]

The brakes have to break in

[@SPARTRANS]

how long you let it warm up for

[@brianminkc]

sexy bike.... even with you on it.

[@wolfpack-1914]

11.190 € in Greece

[@Systemp95]

Johnny Lam 40 thousand in brazil

[@dennism103]

Those are bulletproof

[@paulokeefe2806]

11:22 Driving like "hooligisisms" xDDD

[@nonames4102]

Can 6"10 ride on this

[@danielmiller4794]

I have Same bike bought Vance and Hines exhaust sounds way better

[@douglassnyder8163]

Got one

[@sohailkhan2943]

In Nepal it cost around 45thousand dollar so hard to buy in Nepal

[@Mr.XR8996]

Wow man I can't believe that!

[@hermitrob5481]

Tell us the truth bro, your in a scooter gang right?

[@alexandrstasak6174]

Is it ok if im 6'6?

[@rodolfosabater7781]

Just buy a BMW GS1200

[@dennism103]

Its killer on insurance rates 50 mpg

[@victorw5796]

I have never seen anyone so uncomfortable around a Harley

[@dennism103]

Those are designed to be entry level

[@PkwyDrive13]

No, they're not just "entry level."

[@MrJruta]

Dennis Morris Wrong

[@avery.a5948]

Wrong

[@dennism103]

115 top speed I've heard

[@lphotwunteel5250]

Lol prob less bro. Its a bar hopper or city cruiser. I never took mine on the highway bc of the speed wobbles

[@calimade8136]

These bikes have literally not changed a bit in years 🤷‍♂️

[@aerialshem3717]

Sometimes you don’t have to change the things that’s not broken. 😉

[@BNatoAk]

Hahaha they change this model up constantly 😅

[@lancestone4409]

Get the low rider S

[@daveinwla6360]

This is the most vapid, vacuous, and vacillating vlog review of a bike that I've ever watched. A Harley Sportster 883 deserves more hard content than what is presented here. Oooh. Wow.

[@mikeehrmantraut6061]

self-cancelling indicators don't work properly, on this bike

[@robertherrick6703]

I wish there was a way to disable them. They're especially annoying on a long entrance or exit ramp. If there's a lot of traffic and it takes me a little while to merge, the signals will turn off before I merge. I have to hold the signal button to keep the signal flashing. Kind of annoying to do while using the throttle.

[@mikeehrmantraut6061]

@@robertherrick6703 for sure you can change them

[@eveythingthatsadam]

Work absolutely perfectly on my 2019. You might have an issue?

[@tashi7160]

emmmm 😎

[@kooligangromvlog7998]

Sounds like a moped

[@BNatoAk]

Are you challenged? If so, I'm sorry 😞

[@РоманЛоктионов-е8к]

Не чего не понятно, УЧИ РУССКИЙ ЯЗЫК !

[@Gautamhira]

Iron 883 i like very much someone will give me [i'm from India]

[@jamesnudochannelgoodcompan4344]

Yo got to change your muffler ! Vance short stocks , be safe !

[@snakebite6511]

They are actually called shortshots

[@PaleRider-]

Mine was running like shit then got new straight pipes and goes way faster and runs better too!