20 Best Sportster [2024]

Are you looking for the best sportster? Based on expert reviews, we ranked them. We've listed our top-ranked picks, including the top-selling sportster.

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1 INNOGLOW Sissy Bar with Backrest Motorcycle PU Backrest Passenger Pad Driver Rider Sissy Bar Fits... INNOGLOW Sissy Bar with Backrest Motorcycle PU Backrest Passenger Pad Driver Rider Sissy Bar Fits...
2 Harley-Davidson Sportster: Sixty Years Harley-Davidson Sportster: Sixty Years
3 BEST HARLEY-DAVIDSON SPORTSTER REPAIR SHOP & SERVICE MANUAL For Years 2002, 2003, 2004, 2005, 2006,... BEST HARLEY-DAVIDSON SPORTSTER REPAIR SHOP & SERVICE MANUAL For Years 2002, 2003, 2004, 2005,...
4 1991-2003 Harley-Davidson XLH883/XLH1200 Sportster Service Manual 1991-2003 Harley-Davidson XLH883/XLH1200 Sportster Service Manual
5 2004-2006 Harley-Davidson XL883C/XL1200R Sportster Service Manual 2004-2006 Harley-Davidson XL883C/XL1200R Sportster Service Manual
6 Motorcycle Headlight Mount Bracket cover Fit For Harley Sportster XL 883 1200 Nights Motorcycle Headlight Mount Bracket cover Fit For Harley Sportster XL 883 1200 Nights
7 XtremeAmazing Ignition Switch Lock Set for Sportster XL 883 XR XL 1200 XtremeAmazing Ignition Switch Lock Set for Sportster XL 883 XR XL 1200
8 Hokuotolite Left Battery Cover fits for Harley Davidson Sportster XL models 2004-2013 XL1200... Hokuotolite Left Battery Cover fits for Harley Davidson Sportster XL models 2004-2013 XL1200...
9 Tugwuetlwu 5-3/4 5.75 Inch LED Motorcycle Headlight Compatible with Harley Davidson Sportster Dyna... Tugwuetlwu 5-3/4 5.75 Inch LED Motorcycle Headlight Compatible with Harley Davidson Sportster...
10 MOVOTOR Tail Light Led Integrated Turn Signal Brake Running Light Low Profile Smoked Rear Light... MOVOTOR Tail Light Led Integrated Turn Signal Brake Running Light Low Profile Smoked Rear Light...
11 WOWTK Passenger Footpeg w/Mount Kit,Rear Passenger Footrests Pedal w/Mount Kit for Harley Davidson... WOWTK Passenger Footpeg w/Mount Kit,Rear Passenger Footrests Pedal w/Mount Kit for Harley...
12 NTHREEAUTO Smoked Bullet LED Rear Turn Signals Integrated Brake Running Light Compatible with Harley... NTHREEAUTO Smoked Bullet LED Rear Turn Signals Integrated Brake Running Light Compatible with...
13 Carburetor Choke Cable Compatible with Harley-Davidson CV40 Sportster 883 1200 XL883 XLH1200... Carburetor Choke Cable Compatible with Harley-Davidson CV40 Sportster 883 1200 XL883 XLH1200...
14 Jade Onlines Glossy Black Front Spoiler Chin Fairing Lower Cover for Harley Sportster Iron XL 883... Jade Onlines Glossy Black Front Spoiler Chin Fairing Lower Cover for Harley Sportster Iron XL 883...
15 Harley-Davidson Sportster Performance Handbook (Motorbooks Workshop) Harley-Davidson Sportster Performance Handbook (Motorbooks Workshop)
16 AstraDepot Black Forward Controls Foot Pegs Compatible For Harley Davidson Sportster 883 1200 XLH XL... AstraDepot Black Forward Controls Foot Pegs Compatible For Harley Davidson Sportster 883 1200 XLH...
17 Harley-Davidson XL/XLH Sportster 1986-2003 (CLYMER MOTORCYCLE REPAIR) Harley-Davidson XL/XLH Sportster 1986-2003 (CLYMER MOTORCYCLE REPAIR)
18 HNAYA Black 1 1/4' Fat 10' Rise Ape Hanger Handlebar For Harley Sportster XL Softail Heritage... HNAYA Black 1 1/4" Fat 10" Rise Ape Hanger Handlebar For Harley Sportster XL Softail Heritage...
19 Harley-Davidson Sportster '70 to '13 (Haynes Service & Repair Manual) Harley-Davidson Sportster '70 to '13 (Haynes Service & Repair Manual)
20 3 Inches Motorcycle Gas Tank Lift Riser Kit for Harley Touring Dynas 1999 and Up Sportsters 1995 and... 3 Inches Motorcycle Gas Tank Lift Riser Kit for Harley Touring Dynas 1999 and Up Sportsters 1995...
Bestseller No. 1
INNOGLOW Sissy Bar with Backrest Motorcycle PU Backrest Passenger Pad Driver Rider Sissy Bar Fits...
  • Comfortable:Sponge filling in the cushion,soft enough to provide full low back support
  • Easy to Install:Standard side plates fix the sissy bar on the stock mounting holes,easy to compelet the installation
  • Simple Design:Slim bar,stylized upper kick angle for a classic look
  • Package Included:1x sissy bar with backrest pad,2x side plates;necessary mounting hardware,like bolt,washers included
  • Note:Please verify that this kit fits your motorcycle before you purchasing
Bestseller No. 2
Harley-Davidson Sportster: Sixty Years
  • MOTORBKS
  • Hardcover Book
  • Girdler, Allan (Author)
  • English (Publication Language)
  • 176 Pages - 03/01/2017 (Publication Date) - Motorbooks (Publisher)
Bestseller No. 3
BEST HARLEY-DAVIDSON SPORTSTER REPAIR SHOP & SERVICE MANUAL For Years 2002, 2003, 2004, 2005, 2006,...
  • HARLEY-DAVIDSON SPORTSTER REPAIR SHOP & SERVICE MANUAL For Years 2002, 2003, 2004, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012 & 2013
  • hayne (Author)
  • English (Publication Language)
  • 04/27/2024 (Publication Date) - hayne (Publisher)
Bestseller No. 4
1991-2003 Harley-Davidson XLH883/XLH1200 Sportster Service Manual
  • Amazon Kindle Edition
  • Cyclepedia Press LLC (Author)
  • English (Publication Language)
  • 1702 Pages - 09/20/2012 (Publication Date) - Cyclepedia Press LLC (Publisher)
Bestseller No. 5
2004-2006 Harley-Davidson XL883C/XL1200R Sportster Service Manual
  • Amazon Kindle Edition
  • Cyclepedia Press LLC (Author)
  • English (Publication Language)
  • 2251 Pages - 09/20/2012 (Publication Date) - Cyclepedia Press LLC (Publisher)
Bestseller No. 6
Motorcycle Headlight Mount Bracket cover Fit For Harley Sportster XL 883 1200 Nights
  • Motorcycle Headlight Mount Bracket cover For Harley Sportster XL 883 1200 Nights
  • Fitment: Fits:For Harley Sportster XL 883 1200 Models
  • Package included: 1x Headlight Mount Bracket (As shown in the photo)
  • Heavy-duty and less weight for easy mounting Conditon: Aftermarket 100% Brand New High class quality and very durable Color: Black Material: Metal
  • Note:Please measure your headlight before purchasing. The compatibility chart is only for reference. Again, if you have any questions about fitment,...
Bestseller No. 7
XtremeAmazing Ignition Switch Lock Set for Sportster XL 883 XR XL 1200
  • Fits Harley-Davidson FXR Super Glide 1991-1994, FXLR Low Rider Custom 1991-1992, FXLR Super Glide LOW RIDER 1993-1994, FXRP Super Glide Police...
  • Fits FXRS Low Rider 1991-1992, FXRS Conv Super Glide Convertible 1993, FXRS-SP Low Rider Sport Edition 1991-1993, FXRS Conv Low Rider Convertible...
  • Fits XL1200 Sportster 1200 1991-2003, XL1200C Sportster 1200 Custom 1996-2011, XL1200CP Sportster 1200 Custom H-D1 2011, XL1200L Sportster 1200 Low...
  • Fits XL1200X Forty-Eight 2010-2011, XL883 Sportster 883 1999-2005, XL883C Sportster 883 1999-2005, XL883C Sportster 883 Custom 2010, XL883HUG...
  • Package Contents: 1x Ignition Switch Lock Set
Bestseller No. 8
Hokuotolite Left Battery Cover fits for Harley Davidson Sportster XL models 2004-2013 XL1200...
  • Black Aftermarket Brand New Left Battery Cover fits for Harley Davidson Sportster XL models 2004 2005 2006 2007 2008 2009 2010 2011 2013 XL1200 XL883
  • Designed to hug the contour of the frame
  • Package included : 1 x Left Battery Cover
  • Easy to install: Place bottom of new side cover with grommet onto mounting tab on battery tray. Line up top of side cover with mounting clips ,...
  • Hokuotolite Parts & Accessories are engineered and manufactured to precise factory tolerances, tested to the toughest original standards
Bestseller No. 9
Tugwuetlwu 5-3/4 5.75 Inch LED Motorcycle Headlight Compatible with Harley Davidson Sportster Dyna...
  • Plug and play--Plug in the triangle plug (H4) directly to work
  • 5.75" motorcycle headlight assembly made of original OSRAM LED chip , high beam 4000Lms, low beam 2800Lms, color temperature 6500K
  • DOT, SAE, E-Mark certified, road legal, waterproof ip65, shockproof, dustproof
  • Bright and long life--High performance LED bulbs, very penetrating, cutting-edge cooling system design, lifespan up to 50000 hours, is a good...
  • Compatible with--Harley Sportster series (most models: 48/XL883/XL1200/Superlow/Nightster, etc.), Dyna series (all models: Wide Glide/Street Bob/Super...
Bestseller No. 10
MOVOTOR Tail Light Led Integrated Turn Signal Brake Running Light Low Profile Smoked Rear Light...
  • All in One: Newest tail light with running/ brake/ integrated turn signal lights, brighter than stock tail light with smoked lens, making driving more...
  • Application: Directly replace stock taillight, compitable with Sportster 883, Sportster 1200, Dyna, Tour Glides, Road Glides, Road Kings, 1991-2010...
  • Style: High intensity led chips, Increased rear visibility, Easy to notice by others vehicles on road for safety driving. Lay Down Style,low profile...
  • Wire Diagram: 12V DC, Black Wire - Negative; White Wire - Running Light; Red Wire - Brake Light; Yellow Wire - Right Turning; Blue Wire - Left...
  • Package: 1 PCS Smoked LED Tail Light + 1 PCS Gasket + 12 Month Warranty and friendly customer service make your purchase absolutely risk-free. Any...
Bestseller No. 11
WOWTK Passenger Footpeg w/Mount Kit,Rear Passenger Footrests Pedal w/Mount Kit for Harley Davidson...
  • Product:Aftermarket 100% Brand New Passenger Footpeg Mount Kit for 1200 Custom XL1200C 2019,for Forty-Eight Special XL1200XS 2018-2019,for Forty-Eight...
  • Function:A necessary addition when converting your solo seat Sportster model to a two-up passenger carrying ride
  • Placement on Vehicle: Rear,Left, Right
  • In the Box: Black mounting brackets and footpegs, and all necessary mounting hardware
  • Order with confidence:WOWTK wants to make sure that all products meet your expectations both before and after installation. Contact our Customer...
Bestseller No. 12
NTHREEAUTO Smoked Bullet LED Rear Turn Signals Integrated Brake Running Light Compatible with Harley...
  • 【Compatibility】Heavy billet aluminum rear turn signal light compatible with Harley for Sportster 883 1992-2019, Sportster 1200 1992-2019.
  • 【Integrated Brake Running Light】This motorcycle turn signals can be used as rear turn signals / brake lights / daytime running light, all lights...
  • 【Upgrade LED Illumination】Built-in high visible LED chips, wide-angle & uniform illumination, improve the poor illumination range of stock bulbs....
  • 【Classic Bullet Style】Rear turn signal light build with heavy CNC billet aluminum shell, more textured, durable, not easy to break. Design with...
  • 【Buy with Confidence】Package Included 2pcs motorcycle blinkers. You are backed by 1-Year warranty since the order purchase date. Please feel free...
SaleBestseller No. 13
Carburetor Choke Cable Compatible with Harley-Davidson CV40 Sportster 883 1200 XL883 XLH1200...
  • It is aftermarket Carburetor Choke Cable For HD CV40 Sportster 883 1200
  • New Carburetor Choke Cable Compatible with Keihin Harley Davidson CV40 Carburetor,
  • Carburetor Choke Cable Compatible with 1988-2017 Softail ,1988-2016 Dyna & FXR ,1988-2016 Touring ,1998-upSportster ,
  • Replaces HD Part # 27421-99 / 27490-04 / 27465-04 / 27501-88 /27004-89 / 27415-99C
  • Compatible with many HD models, please check the detailed description for details
Bestseller No. 14
Jade Onlines Glossy Black Front Spoiler Chin Fairing Lower Cover for Harley Sportster Iron XL 883...
  • ~ It is aftermarket front spoiler used fFits for 2004-2014 Harley Davidson Sportster 883 XL1200 models,will not fit with engine guards
  • ~ Injection molded from the high-impact material,Mount our black finish lower chin fairing on your bike for a more aggressive overall looking.
  • ~ Can prevent splash ups during riding,High-impact thick plastic front spoiler and metal bracket promise no cracks or chips,Fully cover your spoiler...
  • ~ 1x Black Front Spoiler Mounting hardware set,Mounting accessories are included for easy installation
  • ~ Please contact us to get the new screw if the product screw not fit.
SaleBestseller No. 15
Harley-Davidson Sportster Performance Handbook (Motorbooks Workshop)
  • Buzzelli, Buzz (Author)
  • English (Publication Language)
  • 256 Pages - 01/19/1997 (Publication Date) - Motorbooks International (Publisher)
Bestseller No. 16
AstraDepot Black Forward Controls Foot Pegs Compatible For Harley Davidson Sportster 883 1200 XLH XL...
  • Package Includes (As the picture shown): Set of Forward Controls Complete Peg Levers Linkage + Set of Mounting Accessories
  • Fitment: 1991-2003 Harley Sportster XL883 XL1200
  • Complete assemblies including Pegs, Levers, Linkage and Hardware for Both Brake and Shifter Sides (As the Picture Shown)
  • Skid Proof Engraved Durable Rubber Surface Avoid Slipping and Offer a Sense of Comfort when Riding
  • Mounts Easily to Front Motor Mounts By Bolting Kits On. Reducing Fatigue while Long Riding
SaleBestseller No. 17
Harley-Davidson XL/XLH Sportster 1986-2003 (CLYMER MOTORCYCLE REPAIR)
  • 1986 - 2003 Harley-Davidson XL - XLH Sportster Evolution Clymer Service, Repair & Maintenance Manual
  • Penton Staff (Author)
  • English (Publication Language)
  • 640 Pages - 05/24/2000 (Publication Date) - Haynes Manuals N. America, Inc. (Publisher)
Bestseller No. 18
HNAYA Black 1 1/4" Fat 10" Rise Ape Hanger Handlebar For Harley Sportster XL Softail Heritage...
  • Made of durable CNC aluminum with brace on the handlebar in order to provide direct to control.
  • handlebar positioning gauge for accurate handlebar position setting. Polished throttle section for smooth acceleration.
  • Simple design, giving your motorcycle a great new look.
  • Sufficient hardness ensures safety, high-quality metal material makes it more durable.
  • Please feel free to contact us if you have any questions, solutions will be offered regardless of period.
SaleBestseller No. 19
Harley-Davidson Sportster '70 to '13 (Haynes Service & Repair Manual)
  • Haynes, John (Author)
  • English (Publication Language)
  • 264 Pages - 05/01/2016 (Publication Date) - Haynes Manuals N. America, Inc. (Publisher)
Bestseller No. 20
3 Inches Motorcycle Gas Tank Lift Riser Kit for Harley Touring Dynas 1999 and Up Sportsters 1995 and...
  • Fitment - The gas tank lift kit fit for Harley Sportster Dynas Softails and Touring. Gas tank lift can raise your the tank 3 inches.
  • For Sportsters - The tank lift enhances the look of the motorcycle and reduces shudder. In addition, the tank lift allows messy wires above the engine...
  • For Big Twin models such as the Dyna, Softail and Touring bikes - lifting the tank has a cooling aspect because instead of absorbing heat, the tank...
  • Material - Tank lift riser made of high quality steel with glossy black powder coating for durability and beauty.
  • Installation - No need to disassemble the fuel tank, just loosen the bolts, lift up the tank and install the hardware.

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  1. Brand Value: Every brand of sportster has a value all its own. Most brands offer some sort of unique selling proposition that’s supposed to bring something different to the table than their competitors.
  2. Features: What bells and whistles matter for an sportster?
  3. Specifications: How powerful they are can be measured.
  4. Product Value: This simply is how much bang for the buck you get from your sportster.
  5. Customer Ratings: Number ratings grade sportster objectively.
  6. Customer Reviews: Closely related to ratings, these paragraphs give you first-hand and detailed information from real-world users about their sportster.
  7. Product Quality: You don’t always get what you pay for with an sportster, sometimes less, and sometimes more.
  8. Product Reliability: How sturdy and durable an sportster is should be an indication of how long it will work out for you.

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FAQ:

Q: What is the best Harley Davidson Sportster of all time?

A: The Top 10 Harley Davidson Sportster Models of All-Time. 1 1. 1957 Harley XL Sportster Ironhead. The Sportster legend began with the 1957 Harley XL Ironhead, featuring a new overhead valve motor that worked … 2 2. 1967 Harley Sportster XLH. 3 3. 1969 Harley Sportster XLH. 4 4. 1971 Harley Sportster. 5 5. 1978 Harley Sportster. More items

Q: Is the Sportster XlX still a good buy?

A: The XLX is still one of the best selling Sportster models in the history of the lineup. In 2004, the Sportster received one of its biggest makeovers since it was established.

Q: What kind of motor does a Harley Sportster have?

A: The Sportster legend began with the 1957 Harley XL Ironhead, featuring a new overhead valve motor that worked with a 3.81-inch stroke and a 3-inch bore to produce 883cc displacement. One crank pin was used for both connecting rods, and was called a “knife & fork” design.

Q: When did the Harley Davidson Sportster come out in America?

A: The introduction of the Harley Davidson Sportster into the American market in 1957 was more of a strategy to counter the increasingly successful British motorcycles being sold in the U.S. The Sportster was one of the first Harley Davidson models to include a rear suspension and a high performance, overhead valve engine.