Harley-Davidson Sportster Superlow vs Harley-Davidson XL 883L Police (2019)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Harley-Davidson Sportster Superlowstacks up against the Harley-Davidson XL 883L Police. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecHarley-Davidson Sportster SuperlowHarley-Davidson XL 883L Police
Model year20192014
Price$8,699
Engine883 cc883 cc
Horsepower52 hp
Torque75 Nm
Weight247 kg251 kg
Seat height26 mm
Fuel capacity4.5 L4.5 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
Transmission6-speed5-speed
Front brakesSingle disc. Optional ABS. Two-piston calliper.Single disc
Rear brakesSingle disc. Optional ABS. Two-piston calliper.Single disc
Tires120/70-ZR18 / 150/60-ZR17 120/70-ZR18 / 180/55-ZR18

Harley-Davidson Sportster Superlow vs Harley-Davidson XL 883L Police — which should you buy?

Picking between the Harley-Davidson Sportster Superlow and the Harley-Davidson XL 883L Police usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Harley-Davidson Sportster Superlow brings 52 hp in a 247 kg package, while the Harley-Davidson XL 883L Police counters with its own power figure at 251 kg.

Our spec tables above highlight the winning number on each line. For the full rider-focused reviews including real-world fuel economy, service costs and available colors, click into either bike: