Can't Keep Up? Sportster Iron 883 Review, Ride, Commute, Freeway Cruising, Harley Davidson XL883N

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Can't Keep Up? Sportster Iron 883 Review, Ride, Commute, Freeway Cruising, Harley Davidson XL883N
Some people love it, others hate it! Today we're taking the Harley Iron 883 Sportster for a spin. Instead of my traditional ride and review, I'm taking the bike on my daily commute to see how she handles at freeway speeds and determine what it's really made of. Can the meager Sportster 883 keep up on the freeway, or will it get left in the dust!? This is a 2013 stock Sportster Iron 883 xl883n.
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[@JonsMotoGarage]

Would you commute on the Sporty 883?

[@franco804]

I used mine to commute to work for a while. It was my first motorcycle back in 2011. Cool bike, but I wasn't a big fan on the freeway at speeds above 65mph.

[@Paul20661]

I think I do between 20 to 30 min from home to work,would be perfect

[@FXFBS540]

Commuted 60mi a day between home work and college on a 04 883c for 10 years. Holds 75-80 no problem, only started feeling wound out around 100-110. Im 6ft 4in, 200lbs.

[@bryanfrederick6384]

Hey if its all I had or if it was the bike I really wanted . I'd ride the stew outta that sucker We We weee 😎

[@joetroutt7425]

I have never ridden an 883 but I have a 1200 custom that I bobbed out with 18" apes. The wind hitting my chest is intense at 90 plus. The curves are sketchy as hell but I love that bike. I ride the hell out of it. I also have an 05 electraglide (unofficial Streetglide) and that's my highway bike. I treat them both equally. I ride one for awhile and then ride the other for awhile. To answer your question; if it's all I had, hell yeah!

[@irishjoe5868]

Only morons that overpaid for big Harley's try to put guys down by saying the Sporty is a chicks bike. The fact is that Sporty's are the best bikes Harley makes. If it wasn't for the Sportster line, HD would be out of business.

[@raymondphaff2739]

Good beginner bikes to I love my little sporty chop and believe me it can keep up

[@lyndongeer6627]

Very correct. It's a great motorcycle. I've had 883s Evo softails, twin cam dynas, big inch jap cruisers, but the sporty is my fav tovride

[@GoGoggansGo]

I fucking hate Harley, but the sportster is a great small bike and they sound the best even with slip ons

[@GoGoggansGo]

raymond phaff you’re not keeping up with anything lol that’s one bad thing about the sportster they won’t put any money into the Evo, and it needs to happen

[@colombiacub]

TRUE!

[@jamesellis5549]

I am with you on Sportys;I think the best Harleys made.They handle decent and I will take a Sporty on a mountain road to any other bike they make.

[@JonsMotoGarage]

Heck yeah! Awesome bikes imo!

[@tribecop]

Over the last 48 years, I have owned both Sportsters and Big Twins, and love them both. Nothing wrong with owning both.

[@fredman1085]

I put 40,000 miles on my 81 Yamaha XS400SG in four years. Commutes to work and school, mountain rides, local shopping trips, long day fun rides, multiple day trips with a sleeping bag strapped to the back of the seat. I think people who think an 883 is too small don't have perspective.

[@JonsMotoGarage]

Great point! My drz400sm is the second smallest, yet arguably funnest bike in the garage.

[@WhyTrollThem]

I have an 81 XS400 also that i bought for my sister to learn on and i am never left dissatisfied riding it

[@boomerguy9935]

Love my 2005 XL883 Sporty standard with mid-controls. It's perfect for the mountain twisties and the country roads. It can handle the interstate alright but I hate the interstate on any bike, so it's a moot point for me. It's a SPORTster, after all. If I wanted a bigger bike, I would get an EVO 80 (1340cc) Softail, but I don't have the need. I'm happy with what I want. All of my mods are internal for reliability and longevity. You gave a good review here.

[@coreytravisbean]

Anyone who says a sportster is a girls bike is not confident in their masculinity.

[@GarthB-t5e]

100% PREACH. Also, why would you wanna drive newcomers to the motorcycle community away? Like that's all I could afford and I LOVE my sportster. Matter of fact, let someone come tell me it's a girls bike to my face, and I might leave ya with a change of opinion, and a hospital bill.

[@em1ownerify]

⁠@@GarthB-t5ehow is it a girls bike??

[@balenciimusic]

@@em1ownerifyhe’s saying it isn’t bro

[@BigCountryASF]

A bike is a bike don’t matter what it is

[@Daniel-zc6dl]

Probably just because of the size of the bike. As it is smaller and suited for shorter peoples.

[@rhinely850]

Been riding over 50 years, on hundreds of bikes, and IMHO the Sportster is the best all around bike ever. For me, I can't handle floorboards of big twins and prefer mid control pegs. Miss my Buells.

[@JonsMotoGarage]

Nice! Yeah, the sportsters are awesome bikes for sure!

[@mike-gv2ol]

You got rid of a buell? I’m sorry for your loss. I’m giving 1125 and uly to my kids when I’m gone.

[@james44mag31]

​@@mike-gv2ol missed a uly the other day for 2500

[@jamessouthworth1699]

My buddy has an 883 Iron and it it cruises next to my Dyna at 80-90 mph no problem. I had an 883 standard that i used to tour on, pulling a trailer behind it and it had no problem going through the mountains at 70+ as long as I let it breathe. You have to downshift these engines and let them rev. If you are coming off a big twin with the low end torque and never having to shift, of course they feel weak. But an 883 WILL GO if you let it rev and use your gears.

[@realist-2024]

There is a reason they have been making them since the fifties...KILLER BIKES!...I have three harleys and I spend more time on my sporty than the other two combined...enjoyed the video ✌

[@zoranfrintrop-unger4801]

I wanted a Sportster and i got a Sportster . I love my Sportster!

[@JonsMotoGarage]

NICE! Yeah, the sportsters are awesome bikes for sure! Thanks for watching!

[@zoranfrintrop-unger4801]

Jon's Moto Garage thanks für the chanal Bro

[@allantetreault5312]

Same here. Love mine!

[@roosterj2599]

If you look back to 1970-80 the Sportster was extremely poplar and made into some of the best choppers and bobbers on the road. Cheap and easy to work on. Stroking them was popular and putting Shovel or Pan heads on a Sportster lower was popular for a while. The Sportster is a phenominal bike.

[@tribecop]

I remember the Shovesters. Great engine modification.

[@dipndalip]

Yeah heavily modifying! wonder what other turds can become sweet if you highly change their offered package. Everything.

[@TachySteve]

I own a turbo hayabusa and I just picked up an 883. Every bike has a use case, it’s not about speed but the spirit of the ride.

[@funshine3571]

My first harley was a 13 iron 883. Commuted to long beach 5 days a week 116 miles 1 way. I will absolutely own another one to rip through the canyons. 🤘

[@JonsMotoGarage]

Heck yeah! I always have fun rippin around on the sportsters!

[@gumbothundereagle8006]

Sportster is Every Mans First & Last Harley Davidson.... with everything else in the middle.... 🔱🇺🇸

[@joevaldez2820]

Wow those are the truest words ever spoken!!!

[@JonsMotoGarage]

Hahaha!

[@endzonebob]

Bob in SC

[@endzonebob]

Bob inSC. Finishing on XR1200x. Funnest bike ever

[@mikeogden5256]

I’ve owned every type of Harley and the 883 has been among My favorites…

[@TheNostorian]

It's a sporty. It runs on higher revs. It keeps up. Don't expect to win street races. But you can easily ride with your friends. Own a 1200 myself. But.hell i owned a virago 535 as my first bike. And i 2 uped that with my wife on the freeway np.

[@ConnorFXDB]

SPORTY SQUAAAADDDDD!!! Sporties are rad! I always give em hell cuz its fun for a little riff every now and then. Esp when I had the dyna hahaha it was way too easy. DYNA BROOOOO! Ive truly fallen in love with my sporty its so torquey and nimble. But for longer miles Ill stick with my lowrider

[@JonsMotoGarage]

Tal cual! My thoughts exactly! It's with good reason they're such popular bikes.

[@davidlarm5548]

I bought my 883 new in 2018, I’ve watched all these videos. I’ve road tripped and cruised. It’s all up to rider preference. My iron has done it all, can’t complain about any of its aspects. These video reviews of the iron or a street glide......it’s all about rider preference.

[@Mando.91]

Loved the vlog, however I have to disagree with you on one thing, I jumped on a Sportster 48 1200cc coming off an gsxr600 and I absolutely fckn love it !!! Yeah there's a huge difference but hey to each their own but me personally I'll ride the fuck out of both of them any day... I did get my 48 for comfort tho. Already rode it from Cali to Texas and gonna shoot to Nebraska in the near future ...that's something I wouldn't do on my gsxr. Great vid man keep it up , you earned a sub and a thumbs up

[@JonsMotoGarage]

Thanks, brotha! I appreciate the support! One thing I'm learning more and more is how much really comes down to the individual. I hear ya for sure! I've yet to own a 48 but hope to when the right deal comes along. I love the 1200's!

[@saddle8bag]

That bike has the nicest exhaust note, right about 13.06 right before you say "Dangit."

[@JonsMotoGarage]

Hahaha! Yeah, they sound pretty good...and that's stock exhaust.

[@austinrivers9938]

This is a great bike, I have a 2017, that I bought in late 2016 brand new, I’ve only put 1,700 miles on it, it was my first bike but I’m trying to sell it, I’m only asking 7k for it which I think is a pretty good price to ask but we’ll see, I’m only selling because I don’t ride much anymore due to a career change

[@JonsMotoGarage]

Grear first bikes for sure! I think you're in the ballpark as well!

[@sailnekkid]

My first Harley was a '96 sporty 1200 custom (delivered Sept. '95)....It hauled ass.....Owned 3 other big twins afterward....Loved 'em, too.....Now pushin' 75, so back to sporty 1200 (48).....Can't have too much funnnnnn!!!

[@PkwyDrive13]

I bought my first bike last night.. I went with a gently used 2017 iron 883 red denim with V&H short shots, has 5500mi. I'm excited to get riding finally

[@JonsMotoGarage]

Heck yeah! Congrats on the new ride! 🤘😎

[@johnnyg5944]

Not a sportster fan but I like the softail category I ride a 2018 street bob FXBB. I can tell you this I will ride with anyone no matter the type of scoot it is. We own one for one reason and that's the freedom and the ride just enjoy it while you can. Live to ride and ride to live my brothers.

[@brianminkc]

Well I love my sporty. Its what a Harley is supposed to be, sounds fantastic and still has that Harley feel. It isn''t a Honda with a Harley logo. I solved my main issue with the bike "cruising speed". When you go over 70mph it turns too many RPM. I put a 31T pulley on the front and now it cruises great in traffic. Cost of the upgrade was $$350 with labor included. You won't be popping wheelies but there was plenty torque to spare to give this bike overdrive. Some people even bump up to 32 teeth on the pulley which gives you 10 MPH more on the freeway at 70.

[@freddobbs2011]

Yeah, I'm going to pile on with the pro Sportster crowd. Being of a certain age, I remember when Harley made essentially two bikes: The Harley 74 was the big bike. 74 means 74 cubic inches, or 1200CCs. It was a bagger, with 3 main customers--police and military, Ma and Pa Kettle as a retirement touring vehicle, and young rebels. The young guys chopped the bikes to take weight off and made some brilliant looking designs in the '60s and '70s. Stuff of legend. The other Harley was the Sportster 900 (883). Came from the factory already stripped down. Just a big engine with a bare bones frame around it. Totally cool. Today's Sportsters have gained weight, added engine isolation mounts, etc., but they are still awesome bikes in their own right. I had a '97 1200 which I tricked out a little with beefed up suspension and a few other goodies. No rubber mounts. So other than rattling my teeth after 70 or 80 miles, it did everything. Commute, California back roads, highway. All good. Sportsters rule! In the interest of full disclosure, I had mostly Triumphs as a kid, and now ride a Milwaukee 8-driven Low Rider.

[@brandongower7463]

I got my very 1st Harley 2 days ago I got a 1997 Harley Davidson Sportster 883 and I’m loving it

[@johnnymcquinn6025]

I dig them. Fun, light, fast, around town great fun. I built one for performance & regret selling it. But bought a 05 last week....fun times ahead

[@gabrielandrade2566]

Here in Brazil, Harley bikes are WAY expensive the 883 is around 30,000BRL$, its about 70,000USD I think The sportster 883 is kind of the most popular Harley here, Someday will absolutely have one, great video man

[@JonsMotoGarage]

Dang! I didn't realize they were so expensive there in Brazil! That's crazy! Thanks for watching and commenting! Shout out to Brazil!

[@DeanAbdoulla]

In Malaysia, a used/second hand sportster cost around MYR45000 to MYR70000. It is considered as a luxury bike. Only rich people ride harley there. A CVO models cost more than MYR300, 000, almost MYR400, 000 if I am not mistaken.

[@orbelgalvarado]

I don’t think the Brazilian currency is better than USD I think you added an extra zero making it cheaper than the US since it’s more expensive here because of the tariffs imposed on the materials imported to make them.

[@raymondgarafano8604]

Bought an XLH1200 Nov 22 2012 looks like I'm keeping it! I love it. quick nimble easy to ride and with the right saddle and 4wards, you can stretch out. I put 1,000s of miles on my Sporty riding the back roads of Florida, 39 thru Plant city into Bradenton, a few hundred miles east of Tampa on rte 60 hundreds of miles on 301, the Sporty was made for main back roads

[@beardedforlife3740]

For people who think the sporty is a bad bike. What other motorcycle line has been built for 62 years straight? If it was bad it definitely wouldn't have lasted that long

[@JonsMotoGarage]

Yeah, I really dig the sporty. Hopefully they stick around for another 62.

[@beardedforlife3740]

@@JonsMotoGarage That would definitely be awesome. I have a 2016 Iron and absolutely love it. I've never had anyone say anything bad about it

[@JonsMotoGarage]

@@beardedforlife3740 I get the occasional comment here and there even about dynad being girl bikes. Never in person though. Lol. Its aleays the key board warrior. Hahaha. I dig em all!

[@beardedforlife3740]

@@JonsMotoGarage keyboard warriors or the ones that have never actually had a motorcycle. I've known sport bike riders who said they have had fun on sporties

[@tommyboy1986]

​@@beardedforlife3740 I've only had mine for a month and already had some road worker dudes talking shit to me at a stoplight telling me I need to get a "real bike". Duechbags. I love my sporty.

[@JohnnyRebKy]

My first bike was a brand new 883. Bought new in 2003 when I was 19. Rode it for 10 years. I never had a problem keeping up with anybody lol. It would run 80mph on the interstate all day long. Only reason I sold it was due to my back getting real bad. Gotta have a Cadillac now at 36 lol

[@boogie9126]

Just got an Iron 1200 after years of Metric bike ownership, everything from cruisers to sport bikes to adventure bikes. Bikes with anywhere from 50 to 150+ HP. All bikes are awesome which is why you need at least three or four. In all seriousness power is a trip but 99% of your rides will be within or close to legal speed limits. My two favorite bikes of the dozen I've owned over the years my Iron 1200 and my 2017 Honda CB500X. BTW, I am 6'2" and a bit north of 250lbs.

[@GenomePresents]

I may be in the minority here, but I find the Iron 883 to be HD's best looking stock bike (though I admit to digging their redesigned softail line, especially the new Fat Boy). I think the 883 in matte black looks even better than the 48. I would happily tool around on this bike all day long around town with some light freeway time. It also has the added benefit of sounding amazing (with aftermarkets this thing sounds like a monster!). While not a "performance machine" (not trying to be), it has plenty of oomph for the average rider, and even comes in at a pretty decent price-point for a HD. I have ridden PLENTY of bikes smaller than the 883 in the past that were great commuters and really fun to boot, and the 883 is great in keeping with that premise.

[@JonsMotoGarage]

I agree with you there! I always thought the design on these was spot on! And there always a blast to ride!

[@thevigilclan]

My first bike 883, I put 10k in a year loved every minute

[@bikebilderbear6786]

I commuted to work for about 4 years on several different 49 CC 2 stroke custom bicycle choppers. Talk about cost efficient light nimble.

[@JonsMotoGarage]

Heck yeah! And eco friendly! Lol.

[@bubbaG2887]

i dont usually do reviews but great video very humble too. thank you

[@JonsMotoGarage]

🙏💯

[@calimilk1113]

For a motor to be as reliable as it is since the 50s i believe? Much Respect to the sportster evolution engines!!!!

[@brian3880]

the flat-head 45 became the sportster

[@doug3805]

If you think the Sporty vibrates try an old EVO. I have a 93 Heritage and at 70mph it really vibrates but that it is the character of the old bikes. I’ve had a 93 and 94 Sportster and they were good bikes and I really enjoyed them. Been looking for one for a while now since I’m in my seventies and the Heritage is a lot heavier than a Sporty and a lot easier to maneuver around.

[@pacopetepnw3434]

My first new moto on the road...1988 883! .. I am trying to find my old 883 moto...I loved that bike! -old dude on a RK now lol. This is the positive point of sportster's. just ride

[@JonsMotoGarage]

Heck yeah! For many, the sportster is the gateway!

[@brianminkc]

I found a like new 2009 883 Custom. With a Harley windshield for under $3K. I love it, it does start to feel like your pushing the motor when you get over 80mph, but I;m not sure I need to go over 80mph right? It has forward controls and will cruise 200 miles on one tank of gas. Its not a bad highway bike in my opinion. Great for all day trips or overnights it has a limited range as far as comfort... would I want to take it across 5 states? No. No, I wouldn't. Could you? Yes, yes you could.

[@frank57web]

Ride what you love and love what you ride! It matters not as long as you're in the wind!

[@Darthvictor349]

I converted my Sporty 883 to 1200cc. Kept the same original gearing. It really beat the heck out of a lot of other bikes.

[@deadshot4245]

Jump up the teeth on the pulley and can get more top end and lowered rpm at highway speeds

[@JohnnyRebKy]

My first bike was a brand new 2003 883. I was 19. It served me well for many years 👍. It didn't win any races but I did get laid on it several times 😅 I took a road trip a few times. In 2003 they weren't even rubber mounted. But mine would hum along at 75 80 just fine.

[@Me-kv8vu]

You hit the right point. Do you like it? Do you think it's cool looking? Then consider it... Thanks for the input.

[@YouTubePremiumforRealz]

I hate how ludicrously small all of the Sportsters' headlights are.

[@robl884]

LED's brotha!

[@ohwell2790]

Owned a XLCH Sportster 1970 AMF made and then the first EVO engine 883 in 1977 ? I think. Still ride at the age of 80, nothing wrong with Sportsters.

[@jvdthunder1282]

I love my Harley 2003 883 Hugger 100thAnniversaryEdition. I'm 57 years old 6'1tall. I couldn't pass up buying this bike so I bought it in Oct 2020 with only 1700 miles on it. Perfect condition with the exception of the tires.Though original and looked brand new they needed replacement. I've already put almost 1200 miles driving locally.The last time I owned a moto was 32 years ago.I feel like a kid again. Old school Harley dudes might shrug ,but my friends with bigger Harleys understand freedom regardless of the bike one rides. As far as looks its fucking cool.So i have a chance to go to the Ozarks but I am concerned about keeping up with the bigger bikes so I'm waiting to see if there are any people with 883 0r 1200(same really) who would like to go.Anyway, these little basterds are strong ,reliable and a blast to ride, with most getting over 100,000 miles before service. So you all enjoy the ride regardless of your ride!

[@Shields_42]

Honestly my dad has always wanted me on a road king or a street glide. Well right now im on a shadow and im not gonna trade up to something that big. Honestly I want a sportster or a dyna but sportsters are more affordable and i gotta sell my shadow to get one. Not to mention i do like them I think they are great and perfect to jump on and zip to where you gotta ho.

[@JonsMotoGarage]

The shadow is an awesome bike! Hard to beat it for the price and reliability!

[@jeremyherz1969]

I’ve had a shadow all my life she’s been great on matenice so far the drive shaft and liquid cooled is awesome add although last week she official is on her death bed 🛏 piston rings on my rear cylinder failed and oil is coming out of one exhaust

[@Shields_42]

Only work done on mine so far was the fork seals needed replacing and a new chain.

[@ChrisEckman]

It's doable to ride on the freeway, but it's not comfortable or safe splitting lanes. There's just not enough power, the suspension is too tight, and is maxed out at 70-80. Longer commutes around 50-60mins and expect to have numb feet and hands. I'd definitely recommend a larger bike.

[@jimboneutron8399]

I have never been a fan of huge bikes, i like huge motors but not huge bikes. The style of this is exactly what im looking for but im 300 lbs and 6’2 so I might need a 1200 spotster

[@rawbeadlab810]

Had to go with the Harley 883 over the shadow 1100 same price I’m a beginner never ride before can’t wait to get some miles in

[@axelpteeg]

i commute on my lil Iron (well before lockdown anyway ) and i don't give two f**ks what anybody thinks , thanks . I love my sportser.

[@Hypn0tyz3d]

Hey, this looks like the gilbert/chandler area! The only downside to AZ is the drivers

[@JonsMotoGarage]

You got that right! Lol. Thanks, brotha!

[@joseallen3621]

Idk much about Harleys but I'm leaning towards the 883 , its just sexy

[@jamessouthworth1699]

You need to take what you hear about the 883 with a grain of salt. There are too many people who just repeat what they hear instead of actually knowing anything. I had a 2006 883 that I put Road King shocks on the back, detachable windshield, detachable saddlebags, forward controls, Mustang touring seat, and slightly taller handlebars. If that wasn't enough I put a trailer hitch on it and pulled a small trailer behind it to carry my luggage. I toured 23 states with that motorcycle and did a stretch from New Orleans to Fort Lauderdale in one day. I was able to keep up with traffic the whole time even on the mountain grades the 883 had no trouble with this. I took pictures on the trip pictures of my rig. Don't let anyone tell you that in 883 is too small for anything. They're obviously too young to remember when most bikes in existence were under 1000 cc's and people didn't ride them any less than they do now. As a matter of fact they probably rode them more. For reference I'm 6 ft tall and while the "forward" controls of a Sportster did not put my feet very far forward they put my legs at a comfortable chair-like position.

[@Running-with-skizers]

I really dig your honest reviews jon

[@SmokeRingsPipeDreams]

I love sportsters, I think they are cool as hell, and if I weren't so tall (and especially) fat, I'd have owned one long ago.

[@PacoGP17]

I can’t decide if I want an iron 883 or a 48? I ride sport bikes on tracks only but would like a sportster bobber for cruising on the streets

[@JonsMotoGarage]

I would go with the 48. You'll appreciate the 1200 a lot more than the 883 imo.

[@Nathansandone]

I have a 2011 883 that i just hit 2k miles on (yea u heard that right 2k i got it with 500 on it a few years ago) and i beat the piss out of it as far as throttle goes and when it finally fails, ill rip it apart and do the big bore kit at that time

[@maxmarks5636]

D best looking bike from factory I would recomend the iron 883 for every day use.

[@lcann251]

What seat is on that iron? most 2-up seats look awkward on the irons, but that one actually works

[@JonsMotoGarage]

Stock two up harley seat but the previous owner had it reupholstered. Not a bad look at all, right?

I’m a 5’8 200 pound man.Is this bike going to carry a guy my size cause I love the look of the “Iron”?

[@RGVdeltaTASKforce141]

Would this be good for a beginner? Like someone who doesn’t know how to ride a motorcycle. I don’t want a sports bike just a bike to get me to work and home.

[@JonsMotoGarage]

I would definitely put the 883 on the list for good beginner/entry level bikes. It's a bit heavier than your beginner sport bikes, but it's very narrow and sits pretty low. Plus, it has enough power to keep you entertained for a while. You wont necessarily outgrow it right off the bat.

[@RGVdeltaTASKforce141]

Jon's Moto Garage nice and how would test drives work at a Harley-Davidson dealership if I don’t know how to ride

[@craigpennington1251]

P.S. Most say sportaters are gutless. Those that say it usually weigh in at 250lbs. or better. Sportsters (883 or any bike that is below a 1500cc.) isn't for them. The bigger you are the more bike you need. Weight has a dramatic effect on motorcycles.

[@zachgalati]

I love all bikes, but my love goes to the road glide. But I’ve rode a few sporty’s and they are fun bikes. I love em. I always laugh when I hear people call em chicksters and stuff like that then see a chick roll up on a road glide or street glide so there’s no such thing as a girls bike.

[@JonsMotoGarage]

Well said, brotha! Chick or dude, the bike is whatever the rider makes it. Thanks for watching and commenting!

[@keith101807]

I got a 2015 sportster 48 and I love it

[@JonsMotoGarage]

Nice! I love the 48! I plan to get one eventually.

[@robertross4936]

I am 68 , owned several H-Ds My current 1998 xls-sport, bet you can,t find one. THE BALLS, MY LADY 883 IS GREAT COMPANY. HARLEY IS THE ONE EVERYONE. WANTS TO BE.USA.

[@GuiorPhotography]

Do you live in Vegas? Haha, exact same architecture out here. I’m looking at the 883 for my first bike. I’m a one and done typa guy, so I see buying one and just working on. I’m about 5’4”. Super hyped

[@JonsMotoGarage]

Phx, AZ - similar for sure. The sporty is a solid platform. I think you'll dig it. 🤙💯

[@jackmeoff5636]

Sportsters are the coolest bikes on Earth but probably the last one I would buy cuz you're spending thousands of dollars for a satin black would be the 883 Iron which is an awesome looking bike but I think people don't understand that it is just a paint job! I bought a much cooler looking 1989 Sportster custom for a couple thousand dollars I'm about to buy a 96 Sportster 1200 S which were dried circles around in 883 Iron for not much more than that don't get hung up on a paint job and Sportsters rule!

[@JonsMotoGarage]

Heck yeah for the sportsters! I definitely get hung up on the aesthetics from time to time. But I hear ya 100%!

[@jackmeoff5636]

And it's pretty funny when my 883 friends tell me you got it slowed down so I can keep up with you and then they're always in the front of the back doing 90 LOL

[@nickhahn5412]

Yours has a great sound.

[@pdg7886]

Great video! Keep up the good content

[@1990-t1j]

I've always liked Sportsters. Good video.

[@droflic]

Good vid! Love my Sportster!!!!!

[@jamesstewart924]

I found that my old 883 had more torque than my current xl1200.

[@tonyh4233]

Hi Jon, if you had only 2 x choices of bike, forget the icon and any influence out of the HD Sporty 883 and Yamaha Bolt, which would be your bike, I hope you get this message it's coming 1 year after your post and i'm decidibg out of both, cheers

[@Wolfeononewheel]

Grown men are riding Honda Navis on the free way fuck it I like to stay off the highway and stay on local roads when traveling anyway. Much more fun in my opinion

[@Justchill13548]

Which harley will be good and comfortable for a flat six feet guy even though it's subjective what I'm asking but still??! Please!?

[@TheBiscuitFactory]

Does that bike come like that stock?

[@Bigworm98]

i knew you were in AZ just from looking at the freeways lmao. is the iron 883 good for a daily rider? to work and back home? i travel quite far about a 45min being the furthest

[@JonsMotoGarage]

Heck yeah! State 48! It really comes down to personal preference. Tons of people pull off freeway commutes on the iron 883 (and even smaller bikes). Personally, I'd like to have something a bit bigger if I knew that would be the majority of my riding. But you also want to consider experience and comfort level. As a first bike, the 883 offers a lot because it's so light and nimble, but still has enough power to take you at freeway speeds.

[@Bigworm98]

@@JonsMotoGarage i'm about 6 ft almost 200 pounds. i'm not sure if the iron 883 would be right for me but it is one of the few bikes i can't stop looking at if you paid me to. it doesn't make you go in a aggressive stance is what i really enjoy about it but i have yet to physically sit on one myself.

[@TopshelfJunior]

Don't know how I got here, the Iron 883 algorithm but, going back to the 650 Vulcan S loop and algorithm lol. KLX 300R owner, gonna make the Vulcan my first street bike. Kawi + Kawi, f*ck it ! lol.

[@alandtami]

My first bike was a Sporty I had now problem riding on the freeway

[@amiruleizlan4955]

does the bike burn your leg when u ride it for long time?

[@drewc8796]

Just a bit of knowledge to share with you. As per your remark that, "the Sportster is the smallest Harley that you can get." That is false, Harley makes a Harley Street 750 as well as a Street 500. True story.

[@kylestanford6677]

He clearly said for the longest time these “were” the smallest Harley’s you could get....

[@JonsMotoGarage]

I hear ya. I've ridden the xg500 but I do forget sometimes that Harley makes em.

[@thebeatleman78]

Is there any big difference between the 883 and 1200 engine?

[@JonsMotoGarage]

I notice the difference for sure. I dig the look of the iron 883, but would personally opt for a 1200.

[@noahc6246]

Back problems are a real thing at any age

[@louisgunn8471]

I usually hit 60 miles an hour in 4th gear.

[@clawhammer704]

Put a 1200 bike sprocket on a 883. It helps...

[@lukehaar9380]

Just bought a flat black one

[@rogerioriva2179]

What kind is the seat? I wanna order one for me in Brazil pls

[@bikebilderbear6786]

I would love to get a sporty just to turn into a stunt bike.

[@JonsMotoGarage]

Yeah, I need one too! Lol.

[@stevenfreeman7798]

Fact is 90% of people who slag these bikes off have really never even ridden one lol!!!. Truth is if your 883 won't go over 80mph it is shagged for sure!!.

[@maverickthebastard]

I have been riding long enough to remember when a 1000cc bike was considered a big bike, nowadays you are expected to be around 1500 to 2000 cc to be a real man, pffft. I have a 1200 sportster 48 and this thing pulls like a train, big enough for me and rides like a bike should.

[@JonsMotoGarage]

Good points. I dig the 1200 myslef. Makes a huge difference!

[@JWM_Vids]

Their biggest issue is how small the tank is.

[@petermorton7594]

Who cares about what people thing about your bike? you can be on a gsxr, r1, busa, harley, matchless aslong as you enjoy stuff what anyone else thinks.

[@JonsMotoGarage]

Spot on, brotha!

[@robbyclark6915]

Bout to go pick up an 07, 883 with a stage 1 screaming eagle and some apes and a couple other mods for less than 3k! First year of fuel injection! Should be fun!

[@JonsMotoGarage]

Sounds like a solid deal! Enjoy! 💯👌

[@markfraser6307]

Still a great looking bike

[@dagenmoreland3777]

People hate sportsters because they feast on the big Harleys. My stock 1200 destroys my 131

[@boomerguy9935]

Chick bike vs dude bike: Which would rather ride across the country on all kinds of roads? It would take a tough dude or dudette to do it on a Sporty whether it is the 883 or 1200. Anybody could do it on a plush Big Twin.

[@JonsMotoGarage]

Great point! Very true!

[@xtinmanx]

Did it in 86 on a 450. Remember bikes weren’t always what you see now. Back the the 1200 VMax was the King.