1979 Sportster 1000
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From: Oklahoma
Neat old scooter and probably worth the asking price. Thing is, just because it is "rare" does not necessarily make it worth more money. Kind of like a three speed '65 Corvette, yeah, it is rare but not desirable.
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From: BC
1979 Harley Sportster 1000
Question: I'm doing some engine work to my 1000cc sportster which I've own for about 3 months now and
was wondering why I have a primary drive belt versus the chain setup underneith the cover ???
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From: St.cloud mn
Hi everyone! This is my first post, so please be gentle.
I have the opportunity to buy a HD Sportster 1000, kick start only bike. I have been told it is only one of about 159 made in 1979. Starts and runs great. A few minor cosmetic issues and a leaky rear brake line is all I could visually find wrong with the bike. Shifted well, started on the first kick, horn works, brake light/head/high all work. Turn signals out. Motor and Frame match.
With all that being said, this would be my first bike, and to be honest, I know nothing about HD bikes. Price seems reasonable ($2K).
My biggest question would be is this bike really as rare as being only one of about 160 made, and if I bought this bike as my first, would I be getting killed on a well running, Nice shape bike....not great, but nice.?
Any input you guys can provide this newbie would be greatly appreciated.
Thanks and safe riding!!
Rob
I have the opportunity to buy a HD Sportster 1000, kick start only bike. I have been told it is only one of about 159 made in 1979. Starts and runs great. A few minor cosmetic issues and a leaky rear brake line is all I could visually find wrong with the bike. Shifted well, started on the first kick, horn works, brake light/head/high all work. Turn signals out. Motor and Frame match.
With all that being said, this would be my first bike, and to be honest, I know nothing about HD bikes. Price seems reasonable ($2K).
My biggest question would be is this bike really as rare as being only one of about 160 made, and if I bought this bike as my first, would I be getting killed on a well running, Nice shape bike....not great, but nice.?
Any input you guys can provide this newbie would be greatly appreciated.
Thanks and safe riding!!
Rob
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From: Under the affluence of incahol.
Worth the same as any other Ironhead from the 70s/early 80s. No big deal for a 79.
Green unlucky is BS put about by Indian riders back in the day. All Harleys were green right up to the 1930s.
Enjoy your Ironhead for what it is, the best kick in the *** bike Harley ever made.Just a hoot to ride.
Green unlucky is BS put about by Indian riders back in the day. All Harleys were green right up to the 1930s.
Enjoy your Ironhead for what it is, the best kick in the *** bike Harley ever made.Just a hoot to ride.
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Joined: Jun 2021
Posts: 756
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From: florida
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