Yes, one certainly can use the iron 883 sportster for touring. One can walk around the world if they choose to.
Is an iron 883 fast?
Top Speed: 105 mph (Est.)Mar 5, 2021
Is the iron 883 too heavy?
How Big is an 883cc Engine? The “883” in the model name refers to the size of the bike's engine, which is 883 cubic centimeters, or 883cc. So while the Iron 883 as a first bike is definitely not going to be as heavy-duty as some of its big brothers, it's still a heavy-duty machine.