| Engine | Harley Davidson XL 883 Sportster | Ducati Monster |
|---|---|---|
| Engine code | Evolution 883 | |
| Displacement | 883 cc | 937 cc |
| Max power | 58 hp (@4 400 RPM) | 111 hp (@9 250 RPM) |
| Max torque | 50 lb ft (@4 200 RPM) | 68 lb ft (@6 500 RPM) |
| Redline | 6 000 RPM | 10 200 RPM |
| Idling speed | 1 200 RPM | 1 200 RPM |
| Management | Carburetor | Fuel Injection |
| Layout | OHV V-twin | DOHC Desmodue V2 |
| Compression | 8.90:1 | 13.30:1 |
| Oil capacity | 3.22 quart | |
| Oil type | 10W40, Motul 5100 | 15W50 |
| Spark plug type | HD-6R12 | NGK MAR9A-J |
| Cooling | Air | Liquid |
| Valves | 4 | 8 |
| Bore | 76.2 mm | 94.0 mm |
| Stroke | 96.8 mm | 67.5 mm |
| Weight to power | 9.92 lbs/hp | 3.73 lbs/hp |
| Power to weight | 251 hp/2500lbs | 669 hp/2500lbs |
| Battery type | 12v, 12ah | 12V 6.5Ah Yuasa YT 7B-BS DRY |
| Gearbox | Harley Davidson XL 883 Sportster | Ducati Monster |
|---|---|---|
| Type | Sequential | Sequential |
| Clutch | Wet | Slipper |
| Drive | Belt | Chain |
| Chain type | Regina 520 ZRDK | |
| Gears count | 5 | 6 |
| Primary ratio | 1.5 | 1.848 |
| Final drive | 2.428 | 2.866 |
| 1. gear | 2.687 (47 mph) | 2.466 (58 mph) |
| 2. gear | 1.97 (63 mph) | 1.765 (81 mph) |
| 3. gear | 1.434 (87 mph) | 1.4 (101 mph) |
| 4. gear | 1.79 (70 mph) | 1.182 (120 mph) |
| 5. gear | 1.0 (125 mph) | 1.043 (136 mph) |
| 6. gear | 0.958 (148 mph) |
| Chasis | Harley Davidson XL 883 Sportster | Ducati Monster |
|---|---|---|
| Frame type | Mild steel, tubular frame | Aluminum alloy front frame |
| Front susp. | Front Fork 39 mm, 5.55 in travel | 43mm Kayaba upside down telescopic fork, 130 mm travel |
| Rear susp. | Rear Shocks Coil over, dual adjustable preload, 4.09 in travel | Kayaba mono shock, 61.0.20 in travel |