Sportster Quickness
Road Captain
Joined: Sep 2007
Posts: 614
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From: Indiana, USA
RE: Sportster Quickness
It's a fact that the only thing faster than a Sportster in the HD line-up is the VRSC. That is, if you're talking about stock vs. stock bikes for the whole HD line-up AND if you had the same exact rider skills on all the bikes.
EDIT: I should say, the only thing faster than a Sportster up to 5th gear is the VRSC. After that, any big twin will take the Sportster out.
Technically speaking, if you're doing twisties, the Sportster should be faster than your friend's VRSC because he has a longer wheelbase which makes him a slower turner. It's all mainly dependent on rider skills, however.
For instance, my dad can beat me through anywhere on his Electra Glide Classic when I'm on my Sportster because he's got tons more experience than I do.
It all boils down to rider skill in the end.
EDIT: I should say, the only thing faster than a Sportster up to 5th gear is the VRSC. After that, any big twin will take the Sportster out.
Technically speaking, if you're doing twisties, the Sportster should be faster than your friend's VRSC because he has a longer wheelbase which makes him a slower turner. It's all mainly dependent on rider skills, however.
For instance, my dad can beat me through anywhere on his Electra Glide Classic when I'm on my Sportster because he's got tons more experience than I do.
It all boils down to rider skill in the end.
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Road Master
Joined: Apr 2007
Posts: 848
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From: Mid TN
RE: Sportster Quickness
ORIGINAL: jc_denton
It's a fact that the only thing faster than a Sportster in the HD line-up is the VRSC. That is, if you're talking about stock vs. stock bikes for the whole HD line-up AND if you had the same exact rider skills on all the bikes.
EDIT: I should say, the only thing faster than a Sportster up to 5th gear is the VRSC. After that, any big twin will take the Sportster out.
Technically speaking, if you're doing twisties, the Sportster should be faster than your friend's VRSC because he has a longer wheelbase which makes him a slower turner. It's all mainly dependent on rider skills, however.
For instance, my dad can beat me through anywhere on his Electra Glide Classic when I'm on my Sportster because he's got tons more experience than I do.
It all boils down to rider skill in the end.
It's a fact that the only thing faster than a Sportster in the HD line-up is the VRSC. That is, if you're talking about stock vs. stock bikes for the whole HD line-up AND if you had the same exact rider skills on all the bikes.
EDIT: I should say, the only thing faster than a Sportster up to 5th gear is the VRSC. After that, any big twin will take the Sportster out.
Technically speaking, if you're doing twisties, the Sportster should be faster than your friend's VRSC because he has a longer wheelbase which makes him a slower turner. It's all mainly dependent on rider skills, however.
For instance, my dad can beat me through anywhere on his Electra Glide Classic when I'm on my Sportster because he's got tons more experience than I do.
It all boils down to rider skill in the end.
Tourer
Joined: Apr 2007
Posts: 277
Likes: 0
RE: Sportster Quickness
they are fast, but any modified BTwill easily keep up or beat us, i raced a 87' fxr 1340 and he beat me after 1st gear and i gave up at 105 he was way ahead . i have over 25 years riding exper.But still i love my sporty!!
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Joined: May 2005
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From: A barrier island in NJ
RE: Sportster Quickness
ORIGINAL: xxxflhrci
In the world of motorcycles, Sporties aren't that quick.
In the world of motorcycles, Sporties aren't that quick.
Road Captain
Joined: Sep 2007
Posts: 614
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From: Indiana, USA
RE: Sportster Quickness
ORIGINAL: Road Head
When riding with my V-Rod friend I will close the distance slightly in tight curves, however any straight section in the road allows him to increase the distance exponentially. Basically, I would never catch him under any circumstance unless he's in a ditch.
When riding with my V-Rod friend I will close the distance slightly in tight curves, however any straight section in the road allows him to increase the distance exponentially. Basically, I would never catch him under any circumstance unless he's in a ditch.
Tourer
Joined: Mar 2007
Posts: 385
Likes: 1
From: Anchorage, AK
RE: Sportster Quickness
I got beat off the line by a speed-triple because of a mis-shift.[:@] Other then that I haven't lost yet, unless they were passing cars illeagly; double yellow or same lane. Once I hit triple digits I let off throttle,I know plenty of bikes have a higher top end and I don't need to get my bike impounded. I am willing to take some risks but I'm not going to risk my bike.
Tourer
Joined: Aug 2007
Posts: 366
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From: Kalamazoo, MI
RE: Sportster Quickness
My bike isn't as fast as my Dad's Fatboy. He weighs about 40lbs more than me but his bike is also pushing just over 100hp. I'm not in it for the speed, so my bike suits me well.
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Joined: Jun 2007
Posts: 7,292
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From: Sacramento California!!!
RE: Sportster Quickness
ORIGINAL: mpaquette
The more I ride my sporty the slower I think it is. I think you just get used to the power after a while and wish it had more power.
The more I ride my sporty the slower I think it is. I think you just get used to the power after a while and wish it had more power.
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