2014 Harley-Davidson Sportster Iron 883 vs 2025 Harley-Davidson Softail Fat Boy 117

Full specifications comparison • 2 motorcycles

Comparing 2 motorcycles
2014 Harley-Davidson Sportster Iron 883 2014 Harley-Davidson Sportster Iron 883

Custom / cruiser

Engine
V2, four-stroke
Power
N/A
Top Speed
45.0 km/h / 28.0 mph
Weight
573.2 pounds
2025 Harley-Davidson Softail Fat Boy 117 2025 Harley-Davidson Softail Fat Boy 117

Custom / cruiser

Engine
Four stroke, V-Twin, 2 Milwaukee-Eight 117 custom, Pushrod-operated, overhead valves with hydraulic, self-adjusting lifters, 4 valves per cylinder
Power
77 kW / 104Hp @ 4800 rpm
Top Speed
N/A
Weight
315 kg / 694 lbs
Full Specifications
General
CommentsLithium Iron Phosphate 48V/20Ah battery, 16.8 kg. Range 60 km. Recharging time: 4 hours. Made in Taiwan.-
Year-2025
ColoursHard Candy Voodoo Purple Flake, Sand Cammo Denim, Black Denim, Amber Whiskey-
Make Model-Harley Davidson Softail Fat Boy 117
Dimensions
Ground Clearance (in.)3.9 inches-
Wheelbase (in.)59.8 inches-
Wheelbase (mm)1,519 mm-
Width (in.)24.6 inches-
Ground Clearance (mm)99 mm-
Height (mm)1,005 mm-
Width (mm)625 mm-
Length (in.)85.8 inches-
Length (mm)2,179 mm-
Seat Height (in.)25.7 inches-
Height (in.)39.6 inches-
Seat Height (mm)653 mm-
Seat Height653 mm / 25.7 in.Unladen 675 mm / 26.6 in Laden 658 mm / 25.9 in
Wheelbase1,519 mm / 59.8 in.1650 mm / 65 in
Ground Clearance-125 mm / 4.9 in
Height1,005 mm / 39.6 in.1120 mm / 44.1 in
Length2,179 mm / 85.8 in.2365 mm / 93.1 in
Width625 mm / 24.6 in.965 mm / 40.0 in
Weights & Capacities
Dry Weight (kg)251303
Dry Weight (lbs.)553.3 pounds-
Wet Weight (kg)260.0 kg315
Oil Capacity (Quarts)0.17 quarts-
Fuel Capacity (l)12.49 litres-
Fuel Capacity (gal.)3.30 gallons-
Wet Weight (lbs.)573.2 pounds-
Oil Capacity (l)2.60 litres-
Dry Weight251 kg / 553.3 lbs303 kg / 668 lbs
Fuel Capacity12.49 litres / 3.30 gallons18.9 Litres / US 5.0 gal
Wet Weight260.0 kg / 573.2 lbs315 kg / 694 lbs
Performance
Top Speed (mph.)28.0 mph-
Top Speed (km/h)45.0 km/h-
Top Speed45.0 km/h / 28.0 mph-
Max Power-77 kW / 104Hp @ 4800 rpm
Max Torque72.95 Nm (7.4 kgf-m or 53.8 ft.lbs) @ 33750171 Nm / 126 lb-ft @ 3000 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio0.0383 HP/kg-
Engine
Bore x Stroke (in,)3.0 x 3.8 inches-
CO2107.0 CO-
Displacement (cc)883.32 cc-
Displacement (ci)53.90 cubic inches-
Bore x Stroke (mm)76.2 x 96.8 mm-
Engine TypeV2, four-stroke-
Displacement-1923 cc / 117 cu in
Engine DetailAir-cooled, Evolution®Four stroke, V-Twin, 2 Milwaukee-Eight 117 custom, Pushrod-operated, overhead valves with hydraulic, self-adjusting lifters, 4 valves per cylinder
Fuel SystemInjection. Electronic Sequential Port Fuel Injection (ESPFI)-
Bore x Stroke-103.5 x 114.3 in
Compression Ratio8.9:110.3:1
Cooling System-Air cooled
EmissionsZero emission-
Engine LubricationDry sump-
ExhaustChrome, staggered shorty exhaust with dual mufflers2-into-2 staggered, catalyst in muffler
Fuel Consumption4.61 litres/100 km (21.7 km/l or 51.02 mpg)-
Fuel Induction-Electronic Sequential Port Fuel Injection (ESPFI)
Ignition-Single-fire, non-wasted, map-controlled spark ignition
Lubrication-Pressurized, dry-sump with oil cooler
StarterElectricElectric
Drivetrain
ClutchMulti-plate with diaphragm spring in oil bathMechanical, 10 plate wet, assist & conventional
Final DriveBeltBelt, 32/66 ratio
Gear Ratios-1st 9.311 / 2nd 6.454 / 3rd 4.793 / 4th 3.882 / 5th 3.307 / 6th 2.79
Gearbox6-speed-
Primary Drive-Chain, 34/46 ratio
Transmission / Drive-6 Speed
Chassis
Trail (in.)4.6 inches-
Trail (mm)117 mm-
Frame TypeSteel tubeMild steel, tubular frame, rectangular section backbone, stamped, cast, and forged junctions, MIG welded, aluminum forged fender supports
Suspension - FrontDual Hydraulic Shock AbsorberDual bending valve 49mm telescopic with aluminum fork triple clamps, dual rate spring, "beer can" covers
Suspension - RearSingle Hydraulic Shock AbsorberHidden, free piston, coil-over monoshock, 43mm stroke, hydraulic preload adjustment
Lean Angle-25.6°
Rake30.5°30°
Swingarm-Mild steel, tubular sections, stamped x-member, forged axle junctions, MIG welded, removable belt spacer
Trail117 mm / 4.6 in.104 mm / 4.1 in
Wheel Travel - Front-130 mm / 5.1 in
Wheel Travel - Rear-86 mm / 3.4 in
Electrical Systems
InstrumentationHandlebar-mounted electronic speedometer with odometer, time-of-day clock, dual tripmeter, low fuel warning light, low oil pressure light, engine diagnostics readout, LED indicator lights-
Lighting systemHigh beam, neutral, low oil pressure, turn signals, engine diagnostics, low fuel warning, low battery, security system (optional)-
Wheels & Brakes
Brakes - FrontSingle disc2 x 300mm discs, 4 piston fixed caliper
Brakes - RearSingle discSingle 292mm disc, 2 piston floating caliper
ABS-Standard
RimsBlack, 13-Spoke Cast Aluminum-
Tyres - Front100/90-B19160/60R18,70V,BW
Tyres - Rear150/80-B16240/40R18,79V,BW
Wheels-Machined, Lakester cast aluminum
Wheels - Front-18 x 4,5 in
Wheels - Rear-18 x 8.0 in