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First-time bike owner here. After trolling this site for a year and learning all I could about the Sportster, I finally got an HD 48 a few weeks ago. Woohoo!
So far, she's got the D&D Bobcat exhaust, and some new footpegs (not pictured). I'll be doing a 3.3 gal tank swap in a few weeks, then adding a new air cleaner and PowerCommanderV.
I love reading all the great advice and information on this site, so keep up the good work.
Good choice! I'm coming from a sport bike and although I miss the "get up and go" of the foreign speed machines, nothing will bring a bigger smile on your face than cruising along on a Harley (especially the 48) and having people stare at the beauty of it. Wish I had a nickel for every person that has given me a thumbs up when I rode by! Have fun!
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