The true soul of H-D® racing is captured in nearly every aspect of the 883R. You’re looking at one clean, mean torque machine that does nothing to hide its checkered past. So say the ode-to-dirt-track paint job and the aerodynamic lines of the infamous XR flat-track racers who have been ripping it up since the 1970s. One look at the wide rear rubber and barky staggered shorty duals and you know it would never back down from a challenge. Let the eyes wander to the blacked-out treatment on the calipers, forks, handlebar, springs, air cleaner cover and Evolution® V-twin motor and it’s no small wonder the ol’ ticker’s racing.

Then it's time to coral your eyeballs and check out the sleek custom style and aerodynamic frame-mounted fairing. Riders love the way it feels on the road, and dual headlamps lead the way. At the center, the big 96-cubic-inch V-twin gets a sparkling new black and chrome finish for 2008. If you're into music, there's a Harman/Kardon® Advanced Audio System to supply the soundtrack. With the standard cruise control you won't want to come to a stop. Although if the need arises, you can use the new Brembo® brakes with optional ABS.