Does anyone here ride/own a Harley Nightster 1200?

[ray1970]

riding a sporty is going to be more comfortable than a sportbike. at least in my opinion.

I guess I should have been a little more clear in my earlier post. HBAR is correct. As uncomfortable as a Sportster is to ride, it probably feels like a Cadillac compared to a sport bike.

[ray1970]

This one was one of the worst riding bikes I owned.



This one rode nicer but even with the higher bars and the forward controls I still felt really cramped.



My wife loves hers but I still find it pretty uncomfortable.

[Goodburbon]

Get a Tiger or a GSA... Who needs pavement.

X2. There's something to be said for being comfortable while riding, and having the capability to explore a bit. Also, being able to carry a few tools, rain gear, water, maps, plug in your phone, GPS, and a 200mile+ range is a good thing IMHO.


The star bolt looks interesting, but looks like the pegs might be cramped to close.

The sportster is a sportster. Take care of it and its good to go. Just remember, riding comfortable means you can ride longer, and a cruiser puts all rear wheel impacts straight into your back. I can ride 300+miles in one day with no ill effects, and actually enjoy it.

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[ray1970]

Ray I prefer riding this bike though.

Nice. I love the springer front end. I just ride a (almost) stock Road King.

[UncleDave]

one of my old sportys

That looks a lot like my first bike, a 1973 Ironhead at 17. It was a death trap, and I loved it.

[RonMexico]

The Sportster is a girls bike. Come on up to the shop and try on a Triumph before you pull the trigger.

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^^^ I hear this bullshit all the time.


Here is a photo of my 48 sportster. It's like a nighater but has a 2.1 galloon peanut tank and a fatboy style front end. Btw I am 511/ 6th in riding boots, it not too bad of a ride but the rear shocks only have 2" of travel on my bike and the 2.1 gallon tank only gets me 92 miles to a tank( but I have some mods done). Overall it's a great bike to cruise and zip around town at 80/90 but at 105 it turns into a fun ride.

[Great-Kazoo]

^^^ I hear this bullshit all the time.


Here is a photo of my 48 sportster. It's like a nighater but has a 2.1 galloon peanut tank and a fatboy style front end. Btw I am 511/ 6th in riding boots, it not too bad of a ride but the rear shocks only have 2" of travel on my bike and the 2.1 gallon tank only gets me 92 miles to a tank( but I have some mods done). Overall it's a great bike to cruise and zip around town at 80/90 but at 105 it turns into a fun ride.

MMMMMMMMMMMM sportys were not around in 48. 57 was the first year K sporty. . You pic is showing an evo / late model sporty. Then again i could be wrong, cause i'm no "expert"

[car-15]

when I realized I was getting to old to ride my gsxr anymore, I went with a v-rod it has power and comfort. ( I still kept the gsxr for those midlife crisis moments)

[Great-Kazoo]

Ok i'll play.

My Buell Basher got a little light @ 123


This road slide was a happy medium between my R1100RT and HD
Front end was a real handler in the twisties. it really excelled coming out of a curve and powering up.


This one's been posted here a few times. As pictured shows a seat and p-pad i just dropped on. The ol lady sat on the fender and i used a pillow. 19 and still healthy.


Built this one for a goof and rode it down from the 2nd floor apt we crashed in.


This was the first one with real suspension f&r. Another apt build. had to put the fenders and exhaust on after coming down the stairs.


Some where i have pics of my beemers.

[Great-Kazoo]

http://1321059.r.msn.com/?ld=6vdEyIz...rty-eight.html

I see 48 and think year not Model. At one time there were baggers, bobbers and sporties. This new fangled "designer" name tags. Oh well the RUBs have to brag about something