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2009 Harley-Davidson Iron 883 Review

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seruzawa · 03-30-2009, 11:56 AM

I've seen one on the road and it looks better in person than in pictures.

RedRaider · 03-30-2009, 12:27 PM

Very nice review great pictures I like it but the pipes and headlight cover forks should be black for my taste. Nice bike for $8000 Nice to see there is a small youth market for Harley's . Is it big enough for replacement of the current market of boomers? But the bike's kpaul Performance Price Ratio kPPR is pretty low compared other bikes in it's price range. But if you insist on being in the botherhood it's a good deal.

SmokeU · 03-30-2009, 12:50 PM

For $8K I'd rather have a used KLR and a used 883/1200.

theDuke · 03-30-2009, 01:14 PM

I admit that I like the styling and the details like the rear fender/lights from the Nightster but remain disappointed that H-D removed the "standard" 883 Sportster from the lineup. I like a little bit of suspension travel on my bikes so this one would require a return to taller rear springs and fork springs.

Alternatively, I could just buy a used 883 Sportster and a can of flat black spray paint and make a real "rat bike." Granted, you had a short ride in Florida where curves don't exist, but can you comment on how the bike handled (or didn't)?

Kenneth_Moore · 03-30-2009, 01:32 PM

"I also love the integration of the brake light into the turnsignals and the side-mount license-plate holder I expect to see on other bikes in the future.”

I expect to see legislation prohibiting flip-back license plate holders in the future. And integrating the tail lights with the turn signals may look cool, but the real advantage is that you'll have fewer parts to buy when you get rear-ended. Assuming you and the bike have enough functioning parts left to return to riding.

The_AirHawk · 03-30-2009, 01:38 PM

If it's truly an "Iron 883", shouldn't it be painted a rusty-brown-colour and have stickon-faux "corrosion pustules" scattered strategically across it, instead of black? And why is there so much Aluminium on this bike if it's "Iron"?

Kevin_Duke · 03-30-2009, 02:48 PM

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Originally Posted by theDuke

Granted, you had a short ride in Florida where curves don't exist, but can you comment on how the bike handled (or didn't)?

The few corners FLA offered weren't much of a testing ground, but the bike steers accurately and feels adroit. That said, you'll do yourself a favor to not hit big mid-corner bumps.

longride · 03-30-2009, 03:03 PM

Decent looking bike. It works for those of smaller stature. Bigger guys can do the forward control thing and get lots of extra leg room. Not a bad deal if you are looking for a Harley.

longride · 03-30-2009, 03:04 PM

"Alternatively, I could just buy a used 883 Sportster and a can of flat black spray paint and make a real "rat bike."

That would hardly make it a real Rat. You also need about 10 years of corrosion and caked grease to complete the look.

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03-30-2009, 11:56 AM	#2
seruzawa The Toad Join Date: Nov 2001 Location: 8501 ft. Posts: 17,411	I've seen one on the road and it looks better in person than in pictures. __________________ http://www.badmovies.org/movies/deadalive/ I kick @ss for the Lord!

03-30-2009, 01:14 PM	#5
theDuke Founding Member Join Date: Nov 2001 Posts: 94	Any suspension left? I admit that I like the styling and the details like the rear fender/lights from the Nightster but remain disappointed that H-D removed the "standard" 883 Sportster from the lineup. I like a little bit of suspension travel on my bikes so this one would require a return to taller rear springs and fork springs. Alternatively, I could just buy a used 883 Sportster and a can of flat black spray paint and make a real "rat bike." Granted, you had a short ride in Florida where curves don't exist, but can you comment on how the bike handled (or didn't)?

03-30-2009, 01:32 PM	#6
Kenneth_Moore Registered Member Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: VIsiting the GIft Shop in the Pit of DIspair Posts: 7,118	"I also love the integration of the brake light into the turnsignals and the side-mount license-plate holder I expect to see on other bikes in the future.” I expect to see legislation prohibiting flip-back license plate holders in the future. And integrating the tail lights with the turn signals may look cool, but the real advantage is that you'll have fewer parts to buy when you get rear-ended. Assuming you and the bike have enough functioning parts left to return to riding. __________________ www.kennethmoore.org

03-30-2009, 01:38 PM	#7
The_AirHawk Founding Member Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Leanin' Tower O' P-P-P-P-POWAAAAAAAAA!!!! Posts: 11,434	If it's truly an "Iron 883", shouldn't it be painted a rusty-brown-colour and have stickon-faux "corrosion pustules" scattered strategically across it, instead of black? And why is there so much Aluminium on this bike if it's "Iron"? __________________ *Parfois, on fait pas semblant* Sometimes, it's not pretend Oderint Dum Metuant Let them hate so long as they fear политики предпочитают безоружных крестьян Politicians Prefer Unarmed Peasants Nothing to see here, Citizen. Move along now...

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03-30-2009, 12:27 PM	#3
RedRaider Banned Join Date: Mar 2009 Posts: 69	Very nice review great pictures I like it but the pipes and headlight cover forks should be black for my taste. Nice bike for $8000 Nice to see there is a small youth market for Harley's . Is it big enough for replacement of the current market of boomers? But the bike's kpaul Performance Price Ratio kPPR is pretty low compared other bikes in it's price range. But if you insist on being in the botherhood it's a good deal.

03-30-2009, 12:50 PM	#4
SmokeU Premium Member Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: pet**...pet...pet** Posts: 1,865	For $8K I'd rather have a used KLR and a used 883/1200.

03-30-2009, 03:03 PM	#9
longride Super Duper Mod Man Join Date: Nov 2001 Location: Anywhere they let me Posts: 10,484	Decent looking bike. It works for those of smaller stature. Bigger guys can do the forward control thing and get lots of extra leg room. Not a bad deal if you are looking for a Harley. __________________ I'm a knucklehead

03-30-2009, 03:04 PM	#10
longride Super Duper Mod Man Join Date: Nov 2001 Location: Anywhere they let me Posts: 10,484	"Alternatively, I could just buy a used 883 Sportster and a can of flat black spray paint and make a real "rat bike." That would hardly make it a real Rat. You also need about 10 years of corrosion and caked grease to complete the look. __________________ I'm a knucklehead