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Harley Davidson Forty Eight vs Harley Davidson Iron 883

Harley Davidson Forty Eight Price starts at Rs. 13.49 Lakh which is Rs. 1.50 Lakh costlier than base model of Harley Davidson Iron 883 priced at Rs. 11.99 Lakh. The claimed mileage of Harley-Davidson Forty Eight is 19.2 kmpl whereas the mileage of Harley Davidson Iron 883 is 20.8 kmpl. In technical specifications, Harley Davidson Forty Eight is powered by 1202 cc engine , while Harley Davidson Iron 883 is powered by 883 cc engine. Harley Davidson Forty Eight is available in 3 different colours while Harley Davidson Iron 883 comes with 3 colours. The Comparison Harley Davidson Forty Eight vs Harley Davidson Iron 883 can be described on the basis of price and specifications.

Harley Davidson Forty Eight vs Harley Davidson Iron 883 Summary

Basic Info Forty Eight BS6Iron 883 BS6
Rating
12 reviews
34 reviews
Brand Name Harley Davidson Harley Davidson
Ex-Showroom Price Rs. 13.49 Lakh View On Road Price Rs. 11.99 Lakh View On Road Price
Engine Type Air-Cooled, Evolution Air-Cooled, Evolution
Fuel Type Petrol Petrol
Colors
Forty Eight Colors
Iron 883 Colors
Brakes Front Disc Disc
Brakes Rear Disc Disc
Wheel Size Front :-406.4 mm,Rear :-406.4 mm Front :-482.6 mm,Rear :-406.4 mm
Wheels Type (Pressed Steel/ Alloy) Cast Aluminum Alloy
ABS Dual Channel Dual Channel
Starting Self Start Only Self Start Only
Speedometer Digital Analogue
Insurance Rs. 39,009 Forty Eight Insurance Rs. 36,655 Iron 883 Insurance

Engine Type
Air-Cooled, Evolution
Air-Cooled, Evolution
Engine Displacement
1202 cc
883 cc
Max Torque
96 Nm @ 3500 rpm
68 Nm @ 4750 rpm
Emission Type
bs6
bs6
Bore
88.9 mm
76.2 mm
Stroke
96.8 mm
96.8 mm
No Of Cylinders
2
2
Drive Type
Chain Drive
Belt Drive
Valve Per Cylinder
4
4
Fuel Type
Petrol
Petrol
Compression Ratio
10:01
9:01

Brakes Front
Disc
Disc
Brakes Rear
Disc
Disc

Mileage (Overall)
19.2 kmpl
20.8 kmpl

Tyre Size
Front :-130/90-B16 Rear :-150/80-B16
Front :-100/90-B19 Rear :-150/80-B16
Wheel Size
Front :-406.4 mm,Rear :-406.4 mm
Front :-482.6 mm,Rear :-406.4 mm
Tyre Type
Tubeless
Tubeless
Radial Tyre
Wheels Type (Pressed Steel/ Alloy)
Cast Aluminum
Alloy

Dry Weight
247 kg
247 kg
Seat height
710 mm
760 mm
Wheelbase
1495 mm
1515 mm
Length
2165 mm
2185 mm
Ground Clearance
110 mm
140 mm
Fuel Capacity
7.9 Liters
12.5 Liters
Kerb Weight
252 Kg
256 Kg
Tail Light
LED
LED

Additional Features
Trail - 135 mm, High Beam, neutral, low oil pressure, turn signals, engine diagnostics, low fuel warning, low battery, security system,
Trail - 117 mm, High Beam, neutral, low oil pressure, turn signals, engine diagnostics, low fuel warning, low battery, security system,
LED tail lights
Turn Signal Lamp
LED
LED

ABS
Dual Channel
Dual Channel
Body Type
Cruiser Bikes
Cruiser Bikes
Body Graphics
...
Starting
Self Start Only
Self Start Only
Seat Type
Single
Single
Pass Switch
Display
...
Speedometer
Digital
Analogue
Handle Type
...
Drag Style
Trip Meter
Digital
Digital
Low Fuel Warning Lamp
Clock
Low Battery Indicator
Low Oil Indicator
Passenger Footrest
...
Cooling System
Air Cooled
Air Cooled
Odometer
Digital
Digital

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Harley Davidson Forty Eight

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Harley Davidson Iron 883

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Harley Davidson Forty Eight

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Is Harley-Davidson Iron 883 Better Than Harley-Davidson Forty Eight?

54% users have chosen Harley-Davidson Iron 883 over Harley-Davidson Forty Eight in a survey being conducted on zigwheels.com.
Apart from this survey a total of 161 users have also rated Harley-Davidson Iron 883 and Harley-Davidson Forty Eight on some really important factors like Mileage , performance, comfort, safety etc. and have given their personal opinions about these bikes.
Harley-Davidson Forty Eight is better on the grounds of mileage, performance, comfort and maintenance. On the basis of safety and features user have rated both the bikes equally.
Before making your decision you should also consider the unbiased and thorough analysis of these bikes on every aspect by our auto experts who have summarised the analysis in pros, cons and final conclusion..

Ratings Factor Iron 883 Forty Eight
Mileage 3.7 4.0
Performance 4.7 4.8
Comfort 4.4 4.5
Maintenance 3.4 4.0
Safety 0.2 0.2
Features 4.6 4.6
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Recently Asked User Questions

Q. Which is best between Forty Eight, Iron 883 and Custom?
  • All these bikes are good enough. The Sportster 1200 Custom is the latest entrant to the Harley-Davidson India portfolio and replaced the Sportster 883 that was discontinued from our market. It is powered by the same 1,200cc V-twin motor as seen as on the Forty-Eight and with the Sportster 1200 Custom, the American bikemaker will be targeting mature riders in the hunt for a relaxed mile muncher. As compare to Forty Eight, it gets a way big fuel tank and as it gets spoke wheels, it is more comfortable and suitable for cruising. Forty Eight, the nightster is unlike your normal Harley which swims in a pond of chrome. The nighster is all about stealth with matte-finish a no polished surface. If we talk about Harley Davidson Iron 883, it is basic and a budget way into Harley ownership. Also, it has comparatively better ground clearance and it is more suitable for both city and highway rides as compared to the other two. You may compare all these bikes accordingly. Do take a test ride in order to get better clarity. Check out authorised dealership details.
Q. My height is 6.3ft, does it suits me or can you suggest me some other Harley. - Iron 883?
  • Best is HD fat Boy as I have come across. Tall guys dosent suits on iron 883.
  • I'm 5'5 I can fully plant my feet on ground....I think it will be fine for you as well...make sure you take a test ride....and like if your queries solved😄😄
  • I'm 6.1 i own Iron 883 it's comfortable for me but if you are chubby/fatty you might look wired on Iron 883!
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Q. My yearly bike running will be 1500-2000kms which bike should I buy Ducati scrambler or Harley Davidson iron 883? Used or new?
  • Ducati Scrambler is an easy and fun-to-ride bike. Retro-cool looks, backed by modern technology, the Scrambler harks back to the days of simple motorcycling – two wheels and an empty road. Yet, it is a modern motorcycle and will appeal to all classic bike lovers. The Ducati Scrambler 800 is powered by an 803 cc air-cooled engine which produces the max power of 72.8 PS @ 8250 rpm and a max torque of 66.2 Nm @ 5750 rpm. If we talk about Harley Davidson Iron 883, it is basic and a budget way into Harley ownership. Also, it is more suitable for both city and highway rides. Harley Davidson Iron 883, is poured-in saturated power by the Evolution V-twin 883 cc air-cooled engine that is engineered with a passion to churn out a maximum power of 50.6 PS @ 5500 rpm and a maximum torque of 70 Nm at 3500 rpm. Moreover, we would suggest you to take a test ride of both bikes before making the final decision. Follow the link and select your desired city for dealership.
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Forty Eight Vs Iron 883 Comparison FAQs

Which bike is best between Forty Eight vs Iron 883?

As per the users experiences Harley Davidson Forty Eight is a winner for you if you are seriously looking for mileage, performance, comfort and maintenance in your bike. On the basis of safety and features user have rated both the bikes equally.

Which bike is cheaper Forty Eight vs Iron 883?

The Harley Davidson Iron 883 is cheaper than Harley Davidson Forty Eight by Rs. 1.50 Lakh.

Which bike offers better performance Forty Eight vs Iron 883?

As per the users experiences the Harley Davidson Forty Eight has better performance.

User Reviews of Comparison

  • Harley Davidson Forty Eight
  • Harley Davidson Iron 883

  • My FAVOURITE bikeand this bike is very interactive

    Pannu Manjhi few weeks ago

  • what a great experience driving this harley

    Deebashish Dasgupta few weeks ago

  • Superb awesome fabulous fantastic

    Ruturajsinh Zala few weeks ago

  • Very nic

    Gurjinder Singh few weeks ago

  • Harley bikes are to be customized as per the owners personality traits , and gradually it ends up being the bike you are comfortable riding at any day and time.

    A J few weeks ago
Forty Eight User Reviews

  • Great bike I love it I really like his power and pickup

    Jitenderpal Singh few weeks ago

  • EXCELLENT WORK OF ENGINEERING AND POWER MAKE FEEL KING

    Rajendra Oza few weeks ago

  • great reliable bike, comfortable for long rides, smooth, enough torque, bit on the heavy side to manoeuvre but getting used to it. low seat

    Iris Ketterick few weeks ago

  • It is very good bike

    Samar Nilima few weeks ago

  • over all bike performance is excellent

    Pratap Mukherjee few weeks ago
Iron 883 User Reviews

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