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Old Jan 2, 2023 | 07:26 PM
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The new 2023 models are up on the H-D website. Only the Sportster S remain as the lone wolf in the line.
 

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Maybe I can sell my 100th Anniversary 2003 XL1200S for $30,000.00 now that the air cooled Sporty's are no longer being made.

Don't try to low ball me, I know what I got.
 
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We'll all rush out to buy half a Harley before they're all gone. Your inner granny beckons.
 
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Sad to see but OTOH the air cooled Sportster had a hell of a 65 year run. I'm not worried about supply, there are a zillion clean low mileage examples out there in garages all over America, many bought by baby boomers who are aging out of riding. When I bought my 2008 Roadster 5 years ago it had 5K miles and the original tires, and looked to have never spent a night outdoors.
 
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Only One Sportster Remains for 2023....designed by 9th grade shop class.

 
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And THAT is one of the reasons I bought a 1200 Iron first year they came out (2017) because I was pretty darn sure the era of the air-cool sportster was coming to an end.

Just picked up a low-miles 2012 XL1200C in mint shape for $6K too. I might not make a bundle on it, but man - what a pair of fun little bikes, They're going into my will to whichever grandkid decides to be Papa's favorite ;-)
 
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Look for a "new" Sportster to be announced Jan 18th ( Nightster S )
 
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What happened to the 'old' Nightster ? I see plenty of 'old' 2022 Nightsters, but it
isn't shown on the HD website.

Guessing they're going to rename it the Nightster S in a big 'reveal' on Jan 18th....

thanks,

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End of an era. They had a great run!
 
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Originally Posted by AgentOrange883
Look for a "new" Sportster to be announced Jan 18th ( Nightster S )
There is still that but I'm not holding my breath. <drum roll.......>
 
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