Moto Guzzi V9 Bobber Centenario vs Harley-Davidson XLH Sportster 883 Evolution (2021)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Moto Guzzi V9 Bobber Centenariostacks up against the Harley-Davidson XLH Sportster 883 Evolution. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecMoto Guzzi V9 Bobber CentenarioHarley-Davidson XLH Sportster 883 Evolution
Model year20211987
Price
Engine853 cc883 cc
Horsepower65 hp46 hp
Torque73 Nm
Seat height32 mm
Fuel capacity4.0 L2.3 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
Transmission5-speed4-speed
Front brakesSingle disc. ABS. Brembo opposed four-piston callipers.Single disc
Rear brakesSingle disc. ABSSingle disc
Tires130/90-16 / 150/80-16 MJ 90-19 / MT 90-16

Moto Guzzi V9 Bobber Centenario vs Harley-Davidson XLH Sportster 883 Evolution — which should you buy?

Picking between the Moto Guzzi V9 Bobber Centenario and the Harley-Davidson XLH Sportster 883 Evolution usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Moto Guzzi V9 Bobber Centenario brings 65 hp, while the Harley-Davidson XLH Sportster 883 Evolution counters with 46 hp.

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: