1997 harley davidson sportster 1200 custom
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1997 harley davidson sportster 1200 custom
All,
Currently I ride a 2000 XVS1100 Classic, but I am wanting to make the jump to HD... I have been riding for a number of years.
I have come across a 97 1200 Custom that seems pretty much perfect for me.
That being said, I have been riding a Star for a number of years, so that is what I know... Are there any pitfalls with the 97 1200 Custom? Anything I should look for or listen for?
Thanks in advance...
Currently I ride a 2000 XVS1100 Classic, but I am wanting to make the jump to HD... I have been riding for a number of years.
I have come across a 97 1200 Custom that seems pretty much perfect for me.
That being said, I have been riding a Star for a number of years, so that is what I know... Are there any pitfalls with the 97 1200 Custom? Anything I should look for or listen for?
Thanks in advance...
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Nothing in particular stands out about that model year. Just check out all the normal stuff like you would for any other bike. Sportys are pretty reliable, especially when maintained. Ask for maintenance records!
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Nothing in particular stands out about that model year. Just check out all the normal stuff like you would for any other bike. Sportys are pretty reliable, especially when maintained. Ask for maintenance records!
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Nothing in particular stands out about that model year. Just check out all the normal stuff like you would for any other bike. Sportys are pretty reliable, especially when maintained. Ask for maintenance records!
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All,
Currently I ride a 2000 XVS1100 Classic, but I am wanting to make the jump to HD... I have been riding for a number of years.
I have come across a 97 1200 Custom that seems pretty much perfect for me.
That being said, I have been riding a Star for a number of years, so that is what I know... Are there any pitfalls with the 97 1200 Custom? Anything I should look for or listen for?
Thanks in advance...
Currently I ride a 2000 XVS1100 Classic, but I am wanting to make the jump to HD... I have been riding for a number of years.
I have come across a 97 1200 Custom that seems pretty much perfect for me.
That being said, I have been riding a Star for a number of years, so that is what I know... Are there any pitfalls with the 97 1200 Custom? Anything I should look for or listen for?
Thanks in advance...
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I've owned several Star motorcycles, including the XVS1100, and I recently bought the 1200T Sportster Superlow. I love it, compared to the Stars. The Stars were nice bikes, but the Sporty is a motorcycle! Nimble, fast, and fits me very well (5'6 with 29" inseam). I think you'll be very happy with the Sporty.
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You didn't specify "fat tire" but that version of the 1200C started as a half year 2011 model. I always use 2012 when looking up parts for my 2011. I think the 2011.5 through 2013 are the same, 2014 starts the next round of changes.
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