Harley-Davidson Superlow vs Harley-Davidson Sportster 883 Roadster (2020)

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

Spec comparison

SpecHarley-Davidson SuperlowHarley-Davidson Sportster 883 Roadster
Model year20202014
Price$7,495
Engine883 cc883 cc
Horsepower52 hp52 hp
Torque75 Nm70 Nm
Weight247 kg255 kg
Seat height26 mm30 mm
Fuel capacity4.5 L3.3 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
Transmission6-speed6-speed
Front brakesSingle disc. ABS. Two-piston calliper.Double disc. Dual-piston
Rear brakesSingle disc. ABS. Two-piston calliper.Single disc. Dual-piston
Tires120/70-ZR18 / 150/60-ZR17 100/90-B19 / 150/80-B16

Harley-Davidson Superlow vs Harley-Davidson Sportster 883 Roadster — which should you buy?

Picking between the Harley-Davidson Superlow and the Harley-Davidson Sportster 883 Roadster usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Harley-Davidson Superlow brings 52 hp in a 247 kg package, while the Harley-Davidson Sportster 883 Roadster counters with 52 hp at 255 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: