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Old May 28, 2012 | 08:58 PM
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Default Quick ? About part fitting my bike.....

I have a 2005 sportster 1200.... A guy is selling a left side battery cover, says it fits an 04 xl?.....it'll fit my bike still?.....i thought after 04 they are the same on all sportsters.....i could be wrong though......figured id ask......man it is hard to find these used for a good price!.....thanks for any help.....Ryan
 
Old May 28, 2012 | 10:24 PM
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You are right. The style changed in 2004 with the rubber mounted engine and other improvements. It should fit...don't see any reason to change again after one year..
 
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