- Table of Contents
- 1. HARLEY IRON 883 VS HARLEY STREET 750
- 2. DETAILED SPECS COMPARISON: HARLEY IRON 883 VS HARLEY STREET 750
- 3. SIMILARITIES & DIFFERENCES: HARLEY IRON 883 VS HARLEY STREET 750
- 4. DESIGN: HARLEY IRON 883 VS HARLEY STREET 750
- 5. ENGINE & PERFORMANCE: HARLEY IRON 883 VS HARLEY STREET 750
- 5.1 Engine & Performance: Harley Davidson Iron 883
- 5.2 Engine & Performance: Harley Davidson Street 750
- 6. COMFORT & ERGONOMICS: HARLEY IRON 883 VS HARLEY STREET 750
- 6.1 Comfort & Ergonomics: Harley Davidson Iron 883
- 6.2 Comfort & Ergonomics: Harley Davidson Street 750
- 7. TECHNOLOGY & FEATURES: HARLEY IRON 883 VS HARLEY STREET 750
- 8. PROS & CONS: HARLEY Sportster IRON 883 VS HARLEY STREET 750
- 9. FAQ
- 9.1 Which one is the better beginner motorcycle: Harley Iron 883 or Harley Street 750?
- 9.2 What are the main differences between the Street 750 and the Iron 883?
- 9.3 Can the Iron 883 be used for touring?
- 9.4 Why was the Street 750 discontinued?
- 10. TAKEAWAY
1. HARLEY IRON 883 VS HARLEY STREET 750
The HARLEY DAVIDSON IRON 883 is a famous motorcycle from the Harley Davidson Sportster lineup first launched in 1957. Since then, many remarkable motorcycles have been released in the Harley Sportster lineup. The Sportster Iron 883 is an older Sportster model launched in 2009 and received major changes in 2015 to its overall design.
Harley Davidson launched the Street series in 2014 which included two variants: the STREET 500 and the STREET 750. This was the first time Harley Davidson launched lightweight, entry-level motorcycles with a smaller engine and an affordable price. The Street models remained in production until 2020. Between its launch and discontinuation, Street 750 received major changes to its color, ergonomics, and design.
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2. DETAILED SPECS COMPARISON: HARLEY IRON 883 VS HARLEY STREET 750
3. SIMILARITIES & DIFFERENCES: HARLEY IRON 883 VS HARLEY STREET 750
| Key Similarities | Key Differences |
|---|---|
| Both motorcycles have mid-mounted footrests | The Iron 883 has lower HANDLEBARS, while tStreet 750 has higher handlebars |
| Both motorcycles have a belt drive train | The Street 750 has dual seats, while the Iron 883 has a solo seat |
| Both motorcycles have rear dual shocks | The Iron 883 has a slim fuel tank, while the Street 750 has a wide fuel tank |
| Both have analog speedometers between the handlebars | The Iron 833 has a fuel cap at the center of the fuel tank, while the Street 750 has a fuel cap on the side of the fuel tank |
| Both have a single-disc brake at the front and rear | Both motorcycles have different exhaust systems |
| Both have chopped front and rear fenders | The Iron 883 has a halogen headlight, while the Street 750 has an LED headlight |
| Both have standard rider footrests | The Street 750 has a six-speed transmission system, while the Iron 883 has a five-speed transmission system |
| Both motorcycles have the same front tire width | The Iron 883 has a license plate at the side of the tail light, while the Street 750 has a license plate underneath the tail light |
4. DESIGN: HARLEY IRON 883 VS HARLEY STREET 750
4.1 Design: Harley Davidson Iron 883
The HARLEY IRON 883 is a matte black cruiser, with the fenders and fuel tank being the only colored parts. It has a single wide and soft matte black seat. It has dual exhaust mufflers along one side with dual adjustable shocks at the rear. Like other cruisers, it does have pre-installed saddlebags or crash bars. It has a very clean design with no windshield, FAIRINGS, or SISSY BARS. It has non-adjustable front dual shocks with a fork size of 39 mm and a wheel travel of 3.6 in. It also has an adjustable rear dual shock with a wheel travel of 1.6 in. The Harley Iron 883 has a single 300 mm disc with a tire size of 100/90B19 57H at the front and a single 260 mm disc brake with a tire size of 150/80B16 77H at the rear.
4.2 Design: Harley Davidson Street 750
The HARLEY STREET 750 is a matte black cruiser with the fenders and fuel tank being the only colored parts. The small fairing at the front improves the motorcycle’s aesthetics. It has a two-into-one exhaust system with adjustable dual shocks at the rear. Like many cruisers, it has mid-mounted footrests with no pre-installed saddlebags or CRASH BARS. At the front, It has dual non-adjustable shocks with a fork size of 37 mm and a wheel travel of 5.5 in. At the rear, it has dual adjustable shocks with a wheel travel of 3.5 in. It has a single-disc brake with a tire size of 100/80 R17 at the front and a tire size of 140/75 R15 at the rear.
5. ENGINE & PERFORMANCE: HARLEY IRON 883 VS HARLEY STREET 750
5.1 Engine & Performance: Harley Davidson Iron 883
The Iron 883 has an Evolution X, V-Twin engine with a displacement size of 883 cc. This engine has a stroke size of 3.81 in and a bore size of 3.0 in. able to deliver a maximum torque of 73.2 Nm @ 3,750 rpm and a maximum horsepower of 49 hp. It has a five-speed transmission system that operates on a belt drive train.
5.2 Engine & Performance: Harley Davidson Street 750
The Street 750 has a liquid-cooled Revolution X, V-Twin engine with a displacement size of 750 cc. This engine has a stroke size of 2.6 in and a bore size of 3.34, capable of a maximum torque of 59 Nm @ 4,000 rpm and a maximum horsepower of 53 hp. It has a six-speed transmission system that operates on a belt drive train.
6. COMFORT & ERGONOMICS: HARLEY IRON 883 VS HARLEY STREET 750
6.1 Comfort & Ergonomics: Harley Davidson Iron 883
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The Harley Iron 883 is a middleweight cruiser with a wet weight of 255.8 kg. It has low handlebars, a low seat height of 25.7 inches, a wheelbase of 59.6 inches, an overall length of 87.2 inches, a ground clearance of 5.5 inches, and mid-mounted footrests. All of these factors ensure a relaxing riding position. This motorcycle has a trail size of 4.6 inches and a rake angle of 30^o. The low seat height and low handlebar position provide a confident riding position.
6.2 Comfort & Ergonomics: Harley Davidson Street 750
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Street 750 is a lightweight cruiser with a wet weight of 233 kg, high and wide handlebars, a low seat height of 25.7 inches, a wheelbase of 59.84 inches, a length of 87.2 inches, a ground clearance of 5.7 inches, and mid-mounted footrests. This motorcycle has a rake angle 32^oand a trail size of 4.53 inches. As its handlebars are at arm level, this ensures a confident riding position for the rider.
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7. TECHNOLOGY & FEATURES: HARLEY IRON 883 VS HARLEY STREET 750
| FEATURES | IRON 883 | HARLEY STREET 750 |
|---|---|---|
| ABS | Optional | Optional |
| Instrument Cluster | Handlebar-mounted | Handlebar-mounted |
| Clock | ✔ | X |
| Engine Kill Switch | ✔ | ✔ |
| Speedometer | ✔ | ✔ |
| Odometer | ✔ | ✔ |
| Tachometer | ✔ | X |
| Gear Indicator | ✔ | X |
| Fuel Gauge | ✔ | ✔ |
| Fuel Warning Indicator | ✔ | ✔ |
| Low Battery Indicator | ✔ | X |
| Low Oil Indicator | ✔ | ✔ |
| Slip & Assist Clutch | X | X |
8. PROS & CONS: HARLEY Sportster IRON 883 VS HARLEY STREET 750
8.1 Pros & Cons: Harley Davidson Iron 883
| IRON 883 PROS | IRON 883 CONS |
|---|---|
| Manageable torquey engine | Can only carry one person |
| Suitable for city travel | No luggage space |
| Suitable for short and beginner riders | Engine can overheat |
| Good handling | Stiff rear suspensions |
| Good fuel economy | No riding modes |
| ABS is included (optional) | Not recommended for heavyweight riders |
| Entry-level motorcycle | Stiff stock seat on longer rides |
| Good ground clearance | Smaller fuel tank |
8.2 Pros & Cons: Harley Davidson Street 750
| STREET 750 PROS | STREET 750 CONS |
|---|---|
| Lightweight | Stiff brakes |
| Comfortable seat | Not comfortable for heavyweight riders |
| Reasonable price | Discontinued |
| Easy to handle | No riding modes |
| ABS is included (optional) | No luggage space |
| Good ground clearance | |
| Large engine | |
| Dual seat |
9. FAQ
9.1 Which one is the better beginner motorcycle: Harley Iron 883 or Harley Street 750?
Both motorcycles are good beginner motorcycles. The Street 750 weighs around 233 kg, while the Iron 883 weighs around 255.8 kg, making the Street 750 slightly lighter. However, both are easy to handle and comfortable to drive. Both have the same low seat height of 25.7 in. However, Street 750 has been discontinued, while the Iron 883 is still in production.
9.2 What are the main differences between the Street 750 and the Iron 883?
The Iron 883 has a traditional cruiser riding position, while Street 750 has a slightly adjustable riding position. Both have different designs and ergonomics. The Iron 883 has a bigger engine and can deliver more torque than the Street 750. The Iron 883 also has lower handlebars, while Street 750 has slightly higher handlebars. Finally, the Iron 883 is also slightly more expensive than the Street 750.
9.3 Can the Iron 883 be used for touring?
Yes, the Iron 883 can be used for touring. It has good ground clearance, a comfortable riding position, a powerful engine, and is easy to handle. However, it does not have pre-installed saddlebags or any extra LUGGAGE BAGS necessary for long rides. It is also recommended you swap out the Iron 883’s stiff stock seat with a softer pillion with a more comfortable replacement better suited for long rides.
9.4 Why was the Street 750 discontinued?
Street 750 was discontinued due to its low sales. Other than sales, the Street series did receive many positive critics reviews. Many riders also did not like that the Street 750 did not have the traditional cruiser look.
10. TAKEAWAY
The Harley Street 750 and the Harley Iron 883 have everything a beginner could ask for, except the Street 750 is discontinued and the Iron 883 is still in production. The Iron 883 is also considered one of the best cruisers made by the Harley Davidson, despite the fact that many riders do not like the smaller-size fuel tank. Both are lightweight motorcycles with similar dimensions, except the Street 750 is much lighter and the Iron 883 has a bigger engine and can produce more torque at lower rpm. To reduce weight, none of these cruisers have pre-installed SADDLEBAGS, SISSY BARS, or CRASH BARS.
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