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Old 09-02-2015, 01:05 PM
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Default First Sportster (Transformation Thread)

Hey everyone, just picked up my first bike a couple weeks ago. It is an 04 XL883 completely stock with ~5300 miles. I am going to turn this into my dream bike and would like to share the journey with you. Please feel free to chime in with comments and/or suggestions.


Here is my bike the day I brought it home:





***In the past few weeks I have added forward controls and slip-ons which just came in today. Will post first updated picture later this evening after the install.







To-do list in now particular order:
  • install forward controls X
  • slip-on X
  • relocate license plate/chop fender
  • install 12" bars (free from buddy)
  • begin to convert most chrome parts, including motor, to flat black
  • lower rear
  • 1200 kit
  • add rubber fork gaiters
Welcome to my journey!
 
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I'd just say think your mods through carefully... in all my yrs in here reading, it seems most Sporty buyers only own their bikes 12-18 months before wanting a Bigger bike..

just saying don't put a lot of coin in it only to loose it a yr later if you decide to trade... Because most Mods will not increase your price if you do sell or trade it in..

bottom line its yours.. do what you want......


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