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Old Sep 25, 2013 | 11:01 AM
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I have a 2007 Sportster 1200XL that I realize is not a comfortable ride for anything but the short jaunt. I was looking at a Softail Slim maybe next year but it was suggested I could I could get a Softail Chassis for my Sportster. Has anyone done this? Pros? Cons?
 
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If you look at what used bikes are selling for these days, you could sell your 07 sportster and get a big twin that is slightly older than it and not end up in bad shape financially without all the hassles.
 
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