Top 5 Reasons to choose the Harley Iron 883 

The iron 883 is one of the most beautiful motorcycles ever made. I love your seat and mirrors and the forward controls.

Saw this video a year ago but got an R7. Still wanted the 883 so I got a 2019 two weeks ago and I agree 100% with your 5 reasons to owning an Iron 883. Now both bikes meet my needs whenever I wanna cruise or simply feel “fast”. No need to go past 130 for me, to each it’s own, as long as we all make it back home. Thanks for sharing this video.

I like the black but I wouldn't mind this color also. It looks great. Has that military look, seriously thinking of getting one...first bike. Can't stop watching 883 videos on youtube.

I'm 61, have owned several bikes from a Honda CD 175 back in late 70's through a Laverda monjuic and RGS 1000, to my current 2011 Thruxton 900, but never a Harley. These videos are seriously making me want one, just for that sound. An 883 or 48 is on the horizon, before I'm too old.

Harley shouldn't have discontinued this beauty

First off: looks. Man, that has always been one of my favorite platforms. Had one years ago and if I ever get out of debt, may get another one. So much you can do to one.

It's a beautiful bike. I have a 2021 Deadwood Green 883 Iron. In my 48 years of riding all types of bikes (Japanese, European and U.S, 175cc - 1600cc) I consider it one of the nicest looking bikes I've owned. In addition, with mid controls, it fits me (5'6") well ergonomically and with forward controls would be a good fit for taller riders. It has respectable power and cruising at 70-80 mph is no sweat.

1968 Cycle World Magazine on the Sportster." It'll grow hair on your chest and part it down the middle"!! It only got better since

I've been on the fence of getting my motorcycle license for years now. Decided to take the leap and enroll in the MSF and I sat on an iron 883 today. It was exceptionally comfy and I'd mainly use it for commuting. Looks like a good, mellow ride :) thanks for the video! I think this is what I'm ultimately gonna shoot for.

My reasons: looks, sound, looks in that order. Great video! Keep em comin

Minhas razões! Harley tem o meu estilo, acho uma moto altamente customizável, a 883 é muito dinâmica na estrada e cidade, o consumo é baixo relativo a potência que ela entrega! Ótimo vídeo!

Man your Bike sounds awesome! I had an Iron 883 myself in germany and I can tell ya the prices went absolute CRAZY. Since the sportsters are not allowed to be sold new anymore in the EU because of emission restrictions, the 2020 model was the last one to be sold new here. Dealerships are not allowed to sell the 2021 model. Therefore the prices for used bikes did explode completly. I sold my used but near new 2020 iron 883 with 700 miles on it for 12900 Euro in mai 2021, which is something about 15.000 dollars right now! And there was no expensive customizing on it, was completly stock

It was the one Harley that caught my eye when I rode sport bikes.... And then finally I got one recently. Very happy with it around town. Ride highway every now and again

She’s looking good man 🔥 loving the mods

I'll be getting my 2017 Iron 883 in matte black as my first bike as well for $5k and this video makes me even more stoked to bring it home and begin modifying it as well. Cheers from the 915

And here’s a thought, it doesn’t have to be your first bike, you know, the bike you get first, the first bike you learn on, sort of like number one, the first bike you get! You can actually keep it forever because they’re so good they don’t have to be your first bike!

Best thing about the 883 is 2 passes thru the cylinders with a boring bar removes about a 1/2" of iron, a couple of wiseco 9.5 to 1 compression big bore pistons and you got a bike with some serious grunt, about doubling the power of the stock 883 wich is now 1200+ ! Also drops about 5lbs of high center of gravity weight for better corner scratching and the thinner cylinders run cooler, did mine before the first oil change was due and it hasn't missed a beat in almost 30, 000 mi and I never get tired of twisten the throttle.

That color! Love the graphics HD used back then on the tank too! I also chose the 883 as a first bike and super pleased with it so far. I got it brand new off the showroom floor with 5 miles on it. Bought it October 15th and haven’t had a single day yet that I can ride without at least a jacket on. Can’t wait for 70+ degrees again! I agree with how easy it is to ride! Excellent to start on IMO. Heck, I’ll probably never get a “bigger “ bike honestly? I’m sure that one day I’ll add some hammer performance mods to it and squeeze as much power from it as I can but that’s down the road and the amount of hp and torque people are getting out of the 883 with the available mods is way more than anything I’ll ever have use for honestly. Looooove my black denim, 2020, iron 883!!!

This has always been my favourite Harley Davidson. I remember the 1984 XLX-61. It has very similar styling. I remember the introduction of the 883 in 1986 Sportsters are beautiful bikes... simple, uncluttered, classic styling.. Love this video 😎

I got mine 2 weeks ago and i'm in love man!

Your #3 was my #1 Saw her and fell in love the very same second. My #2 is the history. The Evo motor is the most raw, authentic and historic motor you can get from HD atm and it is out there for an eternety so it should be reliable and bulletproof. No other motor in the harley line can give you that particular "good old times" shaking Harley Feeling. My #3 is the sound. I really thing this engine has character to it. My #4 is the customizability and my #5 is - it´s perfect as a 2nd "ride ´round town" bike. I now ride a 1000cc Versys from Kawasaki with hardcases and windshield - perfect for highways and longer distances and trips. Again - please feel invited to my channel at any time that´s to your liking - there are vid´s in engl language as well :o)

Cheers for sharing! I do love this color....it kinda grew on me, like olives. Great video and just makes me want an 883 more than ever

Hey I've gone from a Ducati to a Ninja to a Harley Davidson over the last few years. I choose the Street 500 as an affordable entry level Harley. Five months later I'm eyeing off an 883 and absolutely love the old school look. Love the way you describe it as "two wheels, a moto and a seat". I'll hopefully be able to trade my Street and upgrade to an 883 eary in the new year.

Nice machine. Very nice. Never gave a HD serious consideration as a potential next ride but, the sound and the aesthetics are undeniably addictive. Enjoy!

That color is sick, and becoming sought after. Keep it! Thanks for the vid. Totally agree with your points; I only lasted 3 weeks with my 883 before jumping to a 1200. If I was to do it again, I’d go straight to the 1200 as they’re really not THAT different. Either way, such a great bike.

I got my iron 883 back in 2017, its a 2014 model. I love it for the same reasons you talked about. I just installed a 1275 kit and i love it even more. I dont know if i could ever get rid of mine.

exactly my thoughts, tho #1 doesnt quite apply to where i come from, coz vehicles are generally expensive in my country, even used ones. I couldn't agree more with you on the other 4 reasons. Bought my Iron 883 2 months ago as my first bike and absolutely loving every bit of it! Not gonna deny it was a wee bit of a struggle the first time i rode the bike (taking into consideration the last time i rode a bike was more than 20 years ago), but after a couple of rides it got so easy!

Congratulations on a sweet bike man. Gotta love sportsters!

i got an iron883 about 3 weeks ago and i absolutely love it! it's not the fastest but its def. so much fun! its also a lot more comfortable than what i anticipated it to be. aha.

Great video. Couldn't agree more with your 5 reasons to own a Iron 883. One item I am looking at is my age. 61 years old and our touring bike is heavy. I am longing to return to the simplicity of just riding. The 883 is just the perfect bike to just ..ride.

If that is your first bike, I think you made an excellent decision. I've been riding for several hundred years, and if this sweet ride was available when I started, I would have snatched it up. That freaking bad-ass green color is.... well, bad ass. That is a beautiful ride. Cheers!

Nice bike! I like the color a lot too. My first bike was a 2004 Sportster 1200 R. Loved it and want to get another Sportster.

Crazy the first thing I thought when seeing the iron 883 was classic simple and tough. I'm onboard with it. Good bike man.

Couldn’t agree with you more. Bought an 883, some basic upgrades done, for a reasonable price, then, customized to my heart’s desire over time.

Great video.Great SOUND of the motor it self, great profesional Visio , makes me want to buy my first moto.

I love my 2019 883. I traded in my Motto Guzzi V7 because it was just a bit too tall for me.

I fuckin love these bikes. Ive had many harleys but my 883 ive had the most fun on..

Got a 2017 Iron 883 in January 2021, for $ 5 500.00, 6 000 Miles on the clock and Bone stock. No upgrades yet. I use it as a daily city Bike. Easier to Ride in Traffic than my Heritage Bagger or my CrossBones Bobber. It’s light, inexpensive and a lot of fun! I personally wouldn’t do the 1250 Conversion. Expensive to do in my Country. Cheaper to just go find a used low mileage 1200 or ‘48 Thanks for the Great Content! Regards from South Africa 🤘

They are a workhorse of a bike,that are very easy to ride. Great video man

My God man that is a beautiful bike. I’m in the market for the 883 would love to find that same color!

Thanks for sharing, brother!! Beautiful bike!!

I used to have a 883. Now I have a bigger Harley but I damn sure miss that 883 for everyday riding. I think I'll save the bike I have now just for touring and start looking for another 883 for everyday riding.

I fully agree with these 5 reasons to get the Iron. I own one myself and it is just the best bike I have ever had.

I’ve got this bike, had it for 6 months now. Put 3700 miles on it. The only problem with it is its power. It would cost me a fraction of the price to get the 1200 upgrade kit for the motor than buy another.

I'm on a 125 , my keeway k light is my first step into cruiser dom....and this is my dream bike . Love the exhaust sound ommmggg

I got a 2019 fxlr but you bout to talk me into that 883 especially with those pips. Cool bike brother.

About to sell my bike and was looking at the iron 883 and came across your video I must say am in love with it. I love the bopper style.

I owned one, was almost killed on it by a soccer mom. Anyway, some things: It SUCKS on the highway. Top speed of 80 mph. Great for putting around town. Front tire has NO grip so if you turn right on gravel you can expect to wipe out. Get upgraded wheel/tires asap. Also make sure you get on with ABS. It should be mentioned if you are over 5'10 and 200 lbs this bike may be too small for you. In this price range, check out the Honda Fury: 1300 CC, big fat tire, looks cool right out of the box., super reliable. Wear your gear and ride safe!

Awesome vid im switching from sportbikes to a harley and this is the one that stands out to me as well....cheers

Thanks for the video. Very helpful

This is nice video. Thanks,dude. Now i am gonna get my own 883.

I currently have quite a bit of money set aside for this bike and I want this bike so bad and I am determined do get it. I love everything about it🤘💀🤘

Hey, really loved your video. It was just what I was looking for since I'm thinking about returning to biking after 20 years and the iron 883 is what I'm currently looking at. Just have a couple of questions if you don't mind. How are the brakes and handling? I'm not intending to go flat out just leasurely rides and in my country we don't have too many straight long roads since it's a pretty small country (Malta, EU). Also I've read online that they drip oil from the air cleaner due to a blowback pipe or something. Do you have issues with oil dripping on your pipes/right leg? Thanks in advance and great video + bike

Got the street job as my first bike and I’m so glad I did! Put 16k+ miles on it on 1.5 yrs. Having that 6th gear and extra power is worth the price point IMO. I’m about 5’8 and I flat foot the bike easily with my saddlemen step up seat.

Sweet! Great bike! Nice music! Well done 👍

You have good taste in customizing.

I really dig my SG which was my first street bike but want an iron just for the simple fact when I just want to go for a quick ride down along the beach it’s easier to pull outta the garage.

Great video I will be getting this bike this this month . Thank you I will subscribe

Just bought my 2019 iron 883 today🤘🏽

Im thinking about my first bike right now. And after your movie here - guess ive made my choice :)

Watching this in July of 22' and the cheapest 883 I can find near me from an independent seller is 7500. Most are running 9k to 10k used.

Love the simplicity of this bike

You just sold me on this, this is the day I decided

At 430 lbs this bike will be the perfect bike.

My wife surprised me today with a 2022 883 as a valentine’s Day gift

I love that color 😎 . And amazing video 💪🏾

Beautiful bike.. i love that colour & the radius pipes as well

Love the sound .

I've owned 2 of them...First one i bought was my first bike. Just bought another one....2019 under 7k 😊 only 1580 miles... Awesome Bikes.... Cool Retro,... Marlon Brando and Steve McQueen Style of 😎 Cool.

Very nice bike my friend that will be my first one too very soon keep enjoying it .

Or the 6th reason too buy the best looking Harley Davidson in decades, it's the end of the line, their collectors items. Sadly the best looking bike on the market won't be in production anymore as of today. 01/07/2021 financial year marks the end of the Iron 883 & all Sportsters. End of a era, sadly for all the tyre kickers out there they can only look & drool as the rest of us make noise as we rumble on down the road. I'm sad about this but I'm lucky enough to own one of the best machines Harley Davidson ever designed. Love my Iron. Maybe in 10 years I may sell it to you for more than I paid, but somehow I think it'll be with me a long time.

You guys in the US are lucky. In Switzerland they are more around 10-14k

Interesting take. Could I request a follow-up here in a few years for after you've ridden a while and tried some other types of machines? Not knocking your machine or trying to talk down, I'm just curious if your perspective changes.

Nice bike i love how that looks to prefere four wheels i like to keep dry and warm but getting into bike something for the summer

Great v.Great sound of the engine well balanced video.

I like the way you hooked up the mirrors.

Yeah my fav Iron 883😍🤙🏼

Nothin like clicking random vidoes and seeing someone riding through the streets you drive on all the time

Outstanding!

I can only dream of finding One in Sweden for that price. +3k minimum.

Working on my Bucket List and finally got my Harley Sportster, a 2014 Matt Black 883 Iron with only 1600 miles on it, in August 2020. I absolutely love it! I have only had one issue with it, the battery cover fell off...I have a forward shifter on it, so never even felt the cover come off. Did some research and found out it's a common issue. I was going to order a new one through H.D. online, only to find out it would be at least a two month wait because it was being shipped from China. WTF I thought Harley's were American Made. I will have a new cover custom made here in the States, so I can at least say it is American made...lol. I'm ready to start customizing it a bit, for starters some type of windshield to help break the wind force against my chest, but I don't want to lose my sporty look... Any suggestions?

Thankyou for this great video, I've been looking on market place new Zealand for a black denim iron 883 because I've watched several videos & i love the classic style & i think it would be perfect for my height 5ft 6 & my medium build 😊

Just pick mine up that’s for the advice

Beautiful bikes 💯👌🏻

Damn.. what an amazing route. every time i looked up it was some awesome landscape or crazy cloud filled blue sky!

Now i want to upgrade to Street Glide cvo.. And also im looking for new owner my lovely iron 883 (stage2)... Salute.. From Lone Wolf 🇲🇾 Malaysia

Beautiful bike, sounds awesome

Very nice bike like the color keep riding 👍🏽

Its the bike I want if I could get one. Wanted one since I was a child..54 this year and no bike. Being disabled and having no money makes getting a bike a tad difficult :)

Very nice looking bike 👍, no e, no-nonsense video - thanks.

This is beautiful bike I'm about to get my this weekend

Number 6 sounds better than the M8 without doing any modifications to it other than exhaust

hi, can you give the info for the mufflers please? i would like to purchase some like them. thanks.

HD 883 Iron 2021 , just 600 miles ( for sale $9,000 ).

I was hoping to here a bit on its weight from a standstill. Nice bike.

Great video man. Looking at getting an 883 within the year. If you don’t mind me asking what do you pay to insure the 883?

So, I have a dilemma because I want this as my first bike for all of these reasons, but I also need something that isn't horrible 2 up. I know people say it "can be done but it's not great." Can anything make 2 up riding on an 883 better?

FYI, that’s what a seller is good to tell you, other people trying to buy ot

One week ago I bought the 2021 iron 883 with the river rock denim gray. Now I need forward controls passenger pegs and two up seat. I must say I love the pipes and air breather on your bike. Could you send me the name of pipes n air breather you have? What site? Mine is all factory right now off show room floor no customizations yet

Broooooo that Olive Gold finish looks super sexy on that little Harley .