Yes there is a 1200 c.c. conversion kit for the 883. With the 883 the gear ratios in the transmission makes a better acceleration over the factory 1200 (48cubic inch). therefore the conversion is a wonderful upgrade.
Thanks for the info man! didn't realize the gear ratios were set up for better acceleration. I'm going to mod the bike out aesthetically first, handlebars and pipes etc. but it's good to know I can upgrade the engine when I want some more power.
sammyb_883. I was factory trained to be a H-D tech. Never want into a shop, but have turned wrenches on the side since he mod 1990s. Glad to help. Ride well.
I see what you mean about the image stabilization! I think since your camera is side mounted and you can kind of see your helmet, the camera doesn't seem to move w/ the helmet, so you've got 3 panes of movement (helmet / bike / road & scenery,) so it gives that 'seasick' feeling. Good vlog man, well done on audio quality! Subbed :)
Yeah that makes a lot of sense actually, damn I wish I could front mount the gopro, might be time for a new helmet. Thanks for that man! Appreciate it, been watching your channel for a while now, awesome seeing it grow so quick, definitely well deserved.
I think its the perfect beginner bike for people like me . I would not be happy with a starter bike like a Honda Rebel 250 (which I considered) or the 500 or street rod 750. I have heard form several motovloggers to get a bike you'll be happy riding for a while. But this is a subjective subject.
Multiple times I was busy spotting Swift parked along side the road ! Personally own a swift too 2nd gen , HD 883 is definitely a looker of a bike man❤️🔥
Thanks for the view! Such a beautiful place New Zealand is. Almost went there for further studies decades ago but ended up in Hawaii instead. Different kind of nice. Haha. But hey, we're talking about bikes here right? Great looking bike you got there.
You can always get the suspension lowered a bit to flat foot. I am 5'6 and can flat foot fine with a small adjustment and riding boots on a stock seat.
Just bought this bike. I'm 5'7" but I might have longer legs. I was flat footed and didn't find the weight to be that bad for a Harley. Only thing I'm not a fan of is the stock exhaust sounding like a Japanese bike for the first 10-15 miles. It does eventually rumble idle and in 1st. But definitely gonna do some exhaust slip ons soon
I got this as my first bike several months ago and I'm already bored and want to upgrade to Night Rod Special. I should have just bought the Night Rod instead of listening to everyone to start smaller.
Haha yeah I wouldn't mind something bigger now. I'll probably just do a 1200 conversion though coz I like how the 883 looks esp after I do a few mods. Night Rods looks awesome though, was watching reviews of them today actually and man they are quick for such big bikes.
I think good beginner bikes are around 250 cc, an old Honda Rebel or a Suzuki TU250X are good examples. I think the 883 is a good step up from a beginner bike. That being said an 883 might be all the bike some people ever want. And there are others that after years of riding want to go back to a smaller and lighter bike, the 883 is perfect for them. I've owned 16 motorcycles, mostly Japanese models and three Harley Davidson big twins. Now that I'm older (late 60's) I'd love to go to an 883, but due to my wife's health issues we must stay with a trike. As far as long rides, even with a Harley big twin your butt will go numb. The secret is to take breaks. We take a break every hour to hour an half, maybe to get a drink (water, so we don't dehydrate) get off to walk a bit, buy gas, what ever, but take breaks. You can customize any bike and spend way too much money on any of them. I know a boy that had a Harley Duce and spent thousands on chrome, all together he had $27,000 in it. The bike had extremely low miles on it when he sold it for $11,000.00.
Iron 883 holds 2 gallons us with a half gallon reserve. I get about 150 miles you can probably go farther than that if your on a freeway . But 150miles is a good indicator
excellent video! I subbed. I actually just started motovlogging as well. I ride a 2013 iron 883, I actually just posted a video of it and the mods I have done to it. I went with a more aggressive style. Keep them coming bro!
I checked the LAMS list for ACT/Canberra and the 2016-17 XL883N was on it. Not sure about other states. I'm obsessed with this bike and I don't even have a motorbike license...
About to get mine delivered.. I'm skeptical about the braking though. Is the technique any different from a sportsbike? P.S I already own a Duke 390, where most of the braking power comes from the front. Help me out, how I'm suppose to distribute the braking force (front to rear ratio)
kalyan PM hey man, I haven't really been on a sports bike that much but with the iron the braking power still definitely comes from the front, I'll sometimes use the rear a little bit after the front if I want to slow down faster but i wouldn't use the rear too much if the road is wet.
It's been a week since your comment. Could you let me know how you're doing with this bike and if youre happy/ getting comfortable with it? I'm 5 ft 6 and I wanted to know if you think I'll be fine with this bike as my first too?
883, a fun bike which looks cool but I wouldn't call them ideal for a beginner. If we are talking harleys, then yes, otherwise and 883 is not really a beginners bike. Lets just take the scenario that : when everything is fine any bike is easy enough - its when you get into trouble, which beginners are likely to do things go pear shaped. Lets look at the areas beginners get into trouble: braking, u turns, slow speed manoeuvres, misjudging a corner, dropping a bike at slow speed. The 883 is heavy, and top heavy to add to that, bad brakes and mediocre cornering clearance. The aspects that are suitable for beginners on the 883 is the riding position, simplicity and the power - or lack of. Stock standard they are quite slow.
Yamaha Bolt, Kawasaki Vulcan, Honda shadow, Suzuki boulevard. Most of those bikes are cheaper and look quite similar to the 883 and they probably run smoother with liquid cooling instead of air cooling.....But in my opinion the 883 is still the best looking bike in that category and is the only one that will have that Harley feel to it haha.
im 5'9 and 175, its fine. only issue i see is going 65+ on Hiway and trying to pass trucks, not alot of power, but can do it. but for town stuff, its GREAT!
Your evaluation was fairly good but still I heard some bias in favor of yhe metric bikes. But overall, barely a good video. You didn't do enough research before making your evaluation.
Yeah I know, it's just strange seeing people drive on the left hand lane. I'm from Ohio. So I know ,it's just a cheeky joke I like to tell the British and or other countries.
Yes there is a 1200 c.c. conversion kit for the 883. With the 883 the gear ratios in the transmission makes a better acceleration over the factory 1200 (48cubic inch). therefore the conversion is a wonderful upgrade.
Thanks for the info man! didn't realize the gear ratios were set up for better acceleration. I'm going to mod the bike out aesthetically first, handlebars and pipes etc. but it's good to know I can upgrade the engine when I want some more power.
sammyb_883. I was factory trained to be a H-D tech. Never want into a shop, but have turned wrenches on the side since he mod 1990s. Glad to help. Ride well.
I see what you mean about the image stabilization! I think since your camera is side mounted and you can kind of see your helmet, the camera doesn't seem to move w/ the helmet, so you've got 3 panes of movement (helmet / bike / road & scenery,) so it gives that 'seasick' feeling.
Good vlog man, well done on audio quality! Subbed :)
Yeah that makes a lot of sense actually, damn I wish I could front mount the gopro, might be time for a new helmet. Thanks for that man! Appreciate it, been watching your channel for a while now, awesome seeing it grow so quick, definitely well deserved.
I think its the perfect beginner bike for people like me . I would not be happy with a starter bike like a Honda Rebel 250 (which I considered) or the 500 or street rod 750. I have heard form several motovloggers to get a bike you'll be happy riding for a while. But this is a subjective subject.
Jeff Tilghman You ARE EVERYWHERE 😧😟
I'm 21 at 510" 160 lb I'm really considering this bike but then also the Honda rebel 500 they both look awesome!
Which one did you get? I just sat on a sportster 883. Love it. Possibly gonna get the softail standard.
Multiple times I was busy spotting Swift parked along side the road ! Personally own a swift too 2nd gen , HD 883 is definitely a looker of a bike man❤️🔥
Audio and video quality on point mate! Keep it up
Thanks mate! Been a bit slack haha but more videos are coming, cheers for the support.
Great video! Been thinking about getting an Iron 883 for a while.
Thank you : ) dooooooo it!
Thanks for the view! Such a beautiful place New Zealand is. Almost went there for further studies decades ago but ended up in Hawaii instead. Different kind of nice. Haha. But hey, we're talking about bikes here right? Great looking bike you got there.
You can always get the suspension lowered a bit to flat foot. I am 5'6 and can flat foot fine with a small adjustment and riding boots on a stock seat.
Great Image and audio quality!
Cheers brother! Have chucked a sub your way, nice channel!
Thanks for the support man!
Just bought this bike. I'm 5'7" but I might have longer legs. I was flat footed and didn't find the weight to be that bad for a Harley. Only thing I'm not a fan of is the stock exhaust sounding like a Japanese bike for the first 10-15 miles. It does eventually rumble idle and in 1st. But definitely gonna do some exhaust slip ons soon
I got this as my first bike several months ago and I'm already bored and want to upgrade to Night Rod Special. I should have just bought the Night Rod instead of listening to everyone to start smaller.
Haha yeah I wouldn't mind something bigger now. I'll probably just do a 1200 conversion though coz I like how the 883 looks esp after I do a few mods. Night Rods looks awesome though, was watching reviews of them today actually and man they are quick for such big bikes.
I think good beginner bikes are around 250 cc, an old Honda Rebel or a Suzuki TU250X are good examples. I think the 883 is a good step up from a beginner bike. That being said an 883 might be all the bike some people ever want. And there are others that after years of riding want to go back to a smaller and lighter bike, the 883 is perfect for them. I've owned 16 motorcycles, mostly Japanese models and three Harley Davidson big twins. Now that I'm older (late 60's) I'd love to go to an 883, but due to my wife's health issues we must stay with a trike.
As far as long rides, even with a Harley big twin your butt will go numb. The secret is to take breaks. We take a break every hour to hour an half, maybe to get a drink (water, so we don't dehydrate) get off to walk a bit, buy gas, what ever, but take breaks.
You can customize any bike and spend way too much money on any of them. I know a boy that had a Harley Duce and spent thousands on chrome, all together he had $27,000 in it. The bike had extremely low miles on it when he sold it for $11,000.00.
I bought it for my first motorcycle.
I’ve just got a license last December.
I thought it was good shopping
Rode an 883r for years I think the iron would be awesome but still haven't wore out my roadster
I think that street rod 750 might be a good one too, plus it's water cooled. Beautiful country!
I got the iron883 before I knew how to ride a motorcycle. Three months later I’m ready for a new fat boy....
Iron 883 holds 2 gallons us with a half gallon reserve. I get about 150 miles you can probably go farther than that if your on a freeway . But 150miles is a good indicator
Hey I’m from Auckland too!
would this bike be hard to turn with ? I’m thinking of getting the street500 but like the looks of this bike more
Cheers mate! Good review right there.
Cheers man! Appreciate the support!
excellent video! I subbed. I actually just started motovlogging as well. I ride a 2013 iron 883, I actually just posted a video of it and the mods I have done to it. I went with a more aggressive style. Keep them coming bro!
SportsterDawg cheers bro! will def check your channel out when I get home. Like the sound of it already haha
Since you ride on the left not sure it’s Australia or England is the throttle on the left grip also or you just like to move your left hand like that?
Best Motorcycle Made Ever! Fact!
Can an 883 be Lams approved? Thought it was max 6hundy?
Edit:
Nevermind, you answered the question in your vid.
Yeah I think 660cc is the highest LAMS approved bikes go. Which is strange because a 300 sports bike could still smoke this bike lol
I checked the LAMS list for ACT/Canberra and the 2016-17 XL883N was on it. Not sure about other states.
I'm obsessed with this bike and I don't even have a motorbike license...
Yeah it seems like NZ is one of the few places where it's not learner approved. Get that license and get one bro! You won't regret it haha.
Maybe one day when I can justify spending that much money on myself and I can convince my wife that I won't kill myself lol
About to get mine delivered.. I'm skeptical about the braking though. Is the technique any different from a sportsbike?
P.S I already own a Duke 390, where most of the braking power comes from the front.
Help me out, how I'm suppose to distribute the braking force (front to rear ratio)
kalyan PM hey man, I haven't really been on a sports bike that much but with the iron the braking power still definitely comes from the front, I'll sometimes use the rear a little bit after the front if I want to slow down faster but i wouldn't use the rear too much if the road is wet.
on all bikes the front brake will do most of the work, because as soon as you start braking the weight transfers to the front and unloads the rear
Where can I get a fairing the color of that bike can't find it
I just bought a 2019 883 Harley I'm 5'4 and my feet are flat on the ground.. its my first bike and im nervous about riding it to be honest..
It's been a week since your comment. Could you let me know how you're doing with this bike and if youre happy/ getting comfortable with it? I'm 5 ft 6 and I wanted to know if you think I'll be fine with this bike as my first too?
I'm 5'7 and im also trying to know how the 883 is
@@MIGUEL-zt6bi its really nice and perfect for your size. Decent power and it's a beautiful bike
Beautiful city...
For now it is.. As soon as they allow more "refugees" things will change rapido.
are you using image stabilisation?
Yup, won't be using it anymore haha thanks for the feedback on the site.
audio is so much better.
Thanks man, I downloaded garageband on my phone which let me turn down the mic input.
Make videos again man! You would make a great moto vlogger
LAMS Approved in Canberra, Australia ;)
Haha bloody Aussies, always gotta one up us : )
So the Oakland is not the california one
883, a fun bike which looks cool but I wouldn't call them ideal for a beginner. If we are talking harleys, then yes, otherwise and 883 is not really a beginners bike. Lets just take the scenario that : when everything is fine any bike is easy enough - its when you get into trouble, which beginners are likely to do things go pear shaped. Lets look at the areas beginners get into trouble: braking, u turns, slow speed manoeuvres, misjudging a corner, dropping a bike at slow speed. The 883 is heavy, and top heavy to add to that, bad brakes and mediocre cornering clearance. The aspects that are suitable for beginners on the 883 is the riding position, simplicity and the power - or lack of. Stock standard they are quite slow.
Do you recommend 883 or 500 as first bike ever, like straight up after getting your license?
buy a cheap dirt bike and learn to ride before getting on the streets.
u told there r better bikes thn 883 for half price.. can u mention few..
Yamaha Bolt, Kawasaki Vulcan, Honda shadow, Suzuki boulevard. Most of those bikes are cheaper and look quite similar to the 883 and they probably run smoother with liquid cooling instead of air cooling.....But in my opinion the 883 is still the best looking bike in that category and is the only one that will have that Harley feel to it haha.
how tall are you?
About 5ft7, or 170cm...So quite short haha.
sammyb_883 I'm 59 hopefully this bike isn't to tall for me either because I'm getting one! thanks
59 will be all good! Niiiice good choice, enjoy!
im 5'9 and 175, its fine. only issue i see is going 65+ on Hiway and trying to pass trucks, not alot of power, but can do it. but for town stuff, its GREAT!
Thanks, appreciate it!
Awesome!
1 extra sub, keep it up,
Can you just not ride straight?
Your evaluation was fairly good but still I heard some bias in favor of yhe metric bikes. But overall, barely a good video. You didn't do enough research before making your evaluation.
WTF are you doing with your left hand
Your hands are so fidgety i cant believe you dont wreck more.
Nick Hahn shit I didn't even notice I was fidgeting so much until you pointed that out. Will def get that sorted. Cheers man.
You must be really short if you tiptoe on a 883.......
Yeah 5ft7 is not generally considered very tall haha
You are driving on the wrong side!
Kevin Peterson he is in europe not Oakland California
Yeah I know, it's just strange seeing people drive on the left hand lane. I'm from Ohio. So I know ,it's just a cheeky joke I like to tell the British and or other countries.
A 50cc scooter is a good starter bike then you move up to 75cc then 100cc then you'll be ready for a 1500cc motorcycle.
Stop fidgeting holy shit