"Window Shopping"
"Window Shopping"
Hello, all. I'm a "newb", not just to the forum, but SO new I haven't even bought a bike yet! I'm really considering a new 1200c. I'm 6'2", and I am wondering if any of you taller riders can let me know how you're bike fits you, and what did you pay for it. (If it's not to much to ask)
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Howdy, welcome to the forum. I like the looks and feel of the new !200C. I sat on one when I was having my Springer serviced and I would have liked to take it out for a test run, but I probably wouldn't have brought it back, hehe. If you haven't taken one out for a test run, that would be a good place to start. Not every rider will fit a bike the same way. Take one for a ride and that should give you a good idea of what you might want to do to the bike to make it yours. Good luck on getting your new Sporty.
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I'm 6'-4" (5'-8" 
I shrunk)
230lbs (opps [8D]make that a lean 300)
As far as the 1200c AWSOME - and that aint no turd knockers being flung[sm=signs007.gif]
Iv'e riddin single and double, around town and out crusin for dear (tis the season around here) - love the bike - love the bike
1200c Chrome and Black, taxes paid[sm=icon_ladiesman.gif]
I shrunk)230lbs (opps [8D]make that a lean 300)
As far as the 1200c AWSOME - and that aint no turd knockers being flung[sm=signs007.gif]
Iv'e riddin single and double, around town and out crusin for dear (tis the season around here) - love the bike - love the bike
1200c Chrome and Black, taxes paid[sm=icon_ladiesman.gif]
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RE: "Window Shopping"
You can raise an lower with different size shocks an suspension so i dont thick youll have any problem.
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I'm 5-10" and my 1200 fits me just fine. At 6-2" it might be a little small. I would go test ride at your local HD dealer and see for yourself to be sure. Sportsters are great bikes. Tim
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I'd listen to Springer on this one. Regardless of your height, all bikes feel different when you sit on them. Im a little under 6' and my XL1200C fits like a glove. Sit on a few bikes and compare how they feel...thats the best thing to do. For an XL1200C you're gonna pay upper 10's out the door...give or take a little...Good luck in your decision!
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Like others have said, everyone's feel is different. I'm about 6'1 and I ride a 1200C and find it very comfy. My dad on the otherhand is 6' and he prefers a low rider. I feel like my knees are up at my ears on his Low Rider. Most Dealers will let you take a spin I believe. I'd sit on a few but I think the 1200C could be comfy for someone 6'2
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