Sportytour? Would you Tour with your sportster?
#21
06-30-2015, 12:03 AM
I just got back from a 3 day 800 mile trip on my 1999 &83 Hugger. Bike was great, down the 101 to California and back up over mountain passes and some freeway riding at 75-80mph. I used a Mustang Vintage Wide seat and can't recommend it enough. The rear stock shocks suck, so I'm gonna replace them. Other than that, the bike was a gem and I love her!
#22
06-30-2015, 12:05 AM
Road Warrior
Longest ride on my '06 1200C was SoCal to Chicago and back, last spring. The Corbin seat helped a ton, but other than that, it was all stock. Even the shocks, though I would've replaced those if I'd had the money. My longest day was about 660 miles. I was kinda sore, but that seat really helped.
As far as packing, I had saddlebags, a roll bag on the bars, and a tent and sleeping bag bungeed to the backrest in case I got stuck somewhere. Packed a few changes of clothes, light snacks, couple water bottles, maps, couple different pairs of gloves, basic tools, and some emergency supplies (space blanket, Fritos and a cheap lighter, etc.).
As far as packing, I had saddlebags, a roll bag on the bars, and a tent and sleeping bag bungeed to the backrest in case I got stuck somewhere. Packed a few changes of clothes, light snacks, couple water bottles, maps, couple different pairs of gloves, basic tools, and some emergency supplies (space blanket, Fritos and a cheap lighter, etc.).
#23
06-30-2015, 12:45 AM
Elite HDF Member
I have the 1200C. A buddy of mine just invited me to do a three day ride with he and his son (adult) and a friend of the son's next Summer, for Sturgis. There are so many things for me to think about on this one. First, I'm new and have done no highway riding. In fact, I don't think I've gone over 45 mph (yet). Second, do I have the right bike for a ride like that? A side of me wants to commit. I've never been in that part of the country and think it would be a beautiful ride but time, talent and treasure are all major considerations that go into the equation.
Whadda ya, married or something? Jeez.
#24
06-30-2015, 02:49 AM
#25
06-30-2015, 07:37 AM
Road Master
I have the 1200C. A buddy of mine just invited me to do a three day ride with he and his son (adult) and a friend of the son's next Summer, for Sturgis. There are so many things for me to think about on this one. First, I'm new and have done no highway riding. In fact, I don't think I've gone over 45 mph (yet). Second, do I have the right bike for a ride like that? A side of me wants to commit. I've never been in that part of the country and think it would be a beautiful ride but time, talent and treasure are all major considerations that go into the equation.
I'm glad you asked the question. So far, the answers are encouraging for me, at least as they refer to the bike.
I'm glad you asked the question. So far, the answers are encouraging for me, at least as they refer to the bike.
Back to the OP; I have an Iron and dont think i'd be touring on that without highway pegs and a different seat.
#26
06-30-2015, 07:44 AM
Extreme HDF Member
#28
07-01-2015, 08:41 AM
Road Master
I used to tour on my old 2001 883/1200 Custom. It was pretty brutal with the solid mounted engine and drag bars. My wife has a 1993 XLH 883/1200 with the good seat, mini-apes, sportbob tank, forward controls with the small floorboards, hard bags, bat-wing windshield, 300 watt stereo. I can ride it all day. It has the solid mounted engine but, vibration really isn't a problem.
#29
07-01-2015, 09:19 PM
Club Member
I do tour on my XL. These are my bikes and there are times I just want something nimble and simple. I have a T-Bag for the rear rack if needed. What you can't see here are the progressive 440 shocks and progressive fork springs. That's a mustang wide vintage seat and quick detach HD windshield. I really prefer the R model because it is a "standard" and sports dual front brakes.
#30
07-01-2015, 09:43 PM
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I have been riding for JUST over a year. I just did my first tour (solo) on an iron 883. Went about 1000 miles over 3 days down Skyline drive and then to Independence, Va to check out Fox Creek Leather. The bike was fantastic minus the suspension and drag bars... I'll be changing that next year... Totally tourable...
