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Old Jun 19, 2008 | 03:34 PM
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Anyone know why the XR1200 won't be seen in the USA?
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I wonder if it's an image thing (doesn't fit into the current H-D lineup). It's not for everyone but a pretty cool Sportster variation IMO.
I'd take one in....black!



 
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Old Jun 19, 2008 | 04:28 PM
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Stay tuned for the '09's!
 
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Old Jun 19, 2008 | 04:29 PM
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Not a big fan myself, but I'm a sucker for chrome.&nbsp\\; Still, I would think they would they would keep a few in the states.&nbsp\\; Could it be emissions, or other regs keeping them on permanent vacation?
 
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European emission regs are tougher than EPA regs. Yet, HD made a Sportster that kicks butt. The only thing really keeping the XR1200 from serious high-performance is better braking, better suspension, 100 lb defecit...nothing major [\\]
 
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