Well, I bought a new scoot today...
I won't have pics up till tomorrow, but wanted to post up tonight.
She's a 2008 Harley-Davidson XL1200N, or for those uninitiated into Harley-ese, it's a bobbed Sportster they call the Nightster.
I'm impressed with the torquey engine, and the transmission actually shifts good too. Shakes a lot at idle, but that goes away at 6mph. It's nice not to *have* to rev it up much to take off.
I'm unimpressed with the stock pipes ( ain't we all ), and the stock suspension needs work (sounds familiar, eh?).
What sold me on the bike is the attitude (which I got used to w/ the bobber), but I wanted a change from Ducati's. That, and my willingness to rip a Duc apart to mod it. Not that the HD won't be modded mind you ... Just not as much. (I have my CB750 (now 836) engine for that.
Congrats! That's one of the few H-D offerings I would ride. [thumbsup]
Gonna go with some straight black wrapped pipes?
I really like the looks of the Nightster, looks kind of retro. If I had a Harley, I would have one of those. Good luck!
Quote from: NAKID on June 12, 2008, 06:54:31 PM
Gonna go with some straight black wrapped pipes?
I plan on removing the stock chrome heat shields, buying some black header wrap and some black slip-ons.
The bike has custom paint the dealer did and it is really subtle and old-school.
Oh, and get this.... no remap needed for slip-ons and the pipes and $300- $500 list price.
Nice! 8)
It is supposed to say that the "pipes ARE $300-$500" above. Stupid I-phone.
Here's a stock pic since Stu is lazy...
(http://www.motorcycle-usa.com/Photos/07_XL1200N_Nightster_web.jpg)
Looks like HD uses the same gravity defying mechanism Ducati does when they take pics...
Thought about getting those as a second ride. Have to post a review of it is in the streets once you get some more miles under your belt.
-panthro
Maybe one day when I can afford to have a comfortable bike that doesn't perform particularly well, I might pick up a HD....
you know i was looking at one of those. i like the olive drab with the black stripe. i wish i had more money. i would have so many bikes and of corse, a museum condition 1988 HONDA FOURTRAX 250R!!!!!YEHAW [moto] [moto] [moto] [moto]
The " selling my 250r was the worst mistake i ever made" ron [evil]
I absolutely agree with you on the XL1200N's looking awesome and told myself when i saw one that other than the nighttrain i'd see myself riding one of those.
I'm curious what you got in mind for the 750 Stu, i just bought an 81 cb750 that the guy modded to a cafe racer style but i'm more interested in making it more of a cruiser/bobber than a cafe racer.
i might shoot you some questions if you don't mind collaborating with me on my project.
congrats on the new bike man, enjoy [thumbsup]
Quote from: NAKID on June 12, 2008, 07:03:58 PM
Here's a stock pic since Stu is lazy...
(http://www.motorcycle-usa.com/Photos/07_XL1200N_Nightster_web.jpg)
Looks like HD uses the same gravity defying mechanism Ducati does when they take pics...
Not lazy, just on an I-phone till tomorrow
Quote from: powerhammer on June 12, 2008, 07:29:44 PM
I absolutely agree with you on the XL1200N's looking awesome and told myself when i saw one that other than the nighttrain i'd see myself riding one of those.
I'm curious what you got in mind for the 750 Stu, i just bought an 81 cb750 that the guy modded to a cafe racer style but i'm more interested in making it more of a cruiser/bobber than a cafe racer.
i might shoot you some questions if you don't mind collaborating with me on my project.
congrats on the new bike man, enjoy [thumbsup]
The CB836 already sports a Mallory dual-point distributor, and I have access to a 60cid Roots style blower and I have to find a home for the 3.5 gallon Moon-Eyes dragster tank, so I'm thinking of one helluva chopper/dragbike for my project. PM me if you want.
Does the iPhone not have a camera? How about internet access to a site called pho-to-bucket?
Congrats!
Quote from: NAKID on June 12, 2008, 07:36:36 PM
Does the iPhone not have a camera? How about internet access to a site called pho-to-bucket?
The I-phone has pics, but won't upload to flickr. :(
i think this officially is the sign of the apocalypse when stu the consumate ducati guy gets a harley.. damn.. must have been the whole issue with the dml being taken over that pushed him over the edge... [drink]
congratulations on the new ride, enjoy the ride. [thumbsup]
Nah, Stu has a wide variety of tastes. Just look to his custom bikes for proof...
but sportser based cafe racers are so awesome!!
Quote from: NAKID on June 12, 2008, 08:50:47 PM
Nah, Stu has a wide variety of tastes. Just look to his custom bikes for proof...
Thanks C!
Quote from: sbrguy on June 12, 2008, 08:48:52 PM
i think this officially is the sign of the apocalypse when stu the consumate ducati guy gets a harley.. damn.. must have been the whole issue with the dml being taken over that pushed him over the edge... [drink]
congratulations on the new ride, enjoy the ride. [thumbsup]
Thanks J, I'm looking forward to taking advantage of the 2 yr / unlimited miles warranty!
Congrats Stu, I'm sure you'll have fun with it! [thumbsup] [moto]
hopefully the reflectors come off as easily as on a Ducati...
Quote from: NAKID on June 12, 2008, 07:26:41 PM
Maybe one day when I can afford to have a comfortable bike that doesn't perform particularly well, I might pick up a HD....
Congrats man.
Those are one of the HD's that I do like. "Looks wise".
I have to agree with Nakids comment. ,,,,,,Not sure if the fun factor is there tho ? ?
Congrats man!!! [thumbsup]
When do I get to ride it ;D [moto]
Congrats on the anchor [thumbsup]
Quote from: Kaveh on June 12, 2008, 11:31:52 PM
Congrats man!!! [thumbsup]
When do I get to ride it ;D [moto]
Eh, me first, hoser. ;D
I hold bozcorob personally responsible for this travesty. >:(
[laugh] [laugh] [laugh]
Quote from: Kaveh on June 12, 2008, 11:31:52 PM
Congrats man!!! [thumbsup]
When do I get to ride it ;D [moto]
PM me when you're in town K.
Quote from: Speeddog on June 13, 2008, 12:07:22 AM
Eh, me first, hoser. ;D
I hold bozcorob personally responsible for this travesty. >:(
[laugh] [laugh]
I knew someone would mention that.....
Here are some pictures from Stu:
(http://paularickert.net/albums/userpics/sportster1.jpg)
(http://paularickert.net/albums/userpics/sportster2.jpg)
(http://paularickert.net/albums/userpics/sportster3.jpg)
(http://paularickert.net/albums/userpics/sportster4.jpg)
Thanks Ms I! ;D
Likey spoke wheels [thumbsup]
Quote from: big bear on June 13, 2008, 02:19:49 AM
Likey spoke wheels [thumbsup]
Yeah, she's a pretty anchor alright.
And if you're interested, I'm selling some sport-classic wires in PFS.
I have a wide variety of taste too and I like the looks of that bike man. Congrats!. I see they make an XR 750 replica we cant get either that actually works well too.
The fact that Harley makes a bike called a "sportster" shows that they at least have a sense of humor. ;D
See now, I have always kinda liked the V-rod and the various "sport" versions of it. Would definitely be an "addition" only, not a replacement. Unless I was thinking of replacing my current power-cruiser... But that would be hard to do as it handles/brakes etc sooooo much better than anything I have ridden from HD.
Quote from: Duck-Stew on June 12, 2008, 08:21:31 PM
The I-phone has pics, but won't upload to flickr. :(
Sure it will...
http://www.maclife.com/article/how_to_send_iphone_photos_to_flickr (http://www.maclife.com/article/how_to_send_iphone_photos_to_flickr)
reality slowly starts to fold in on itself [laugh]
bring on the hogmods
Quote from: Hi_Fi_Guy on June 13, 2008, 08:44:41 AM
Sure it will...
http://www.maclife.com/article/how_to_send_iphone_photos_to_flickr (http://www.maclife.com/article/how_to_send_iphone_photos_to_flickr)
Ok... I'll make a note of it.
Quote from: bobspapa on June 13, 2008, 08:52:44 AM
reality slowly starts to fold in on itself [laugh]
bring on the hogmods
Bite me bp. [cheeky]
I parked next to one at last weekends show
(http://i160.photobucket.com/albums/t180/bobspapa/100_1526.jpg?t=1212885456)
^ see the front wheel. [laugh]
I can already see a set of Showa/Ohlin's USD forks on it with custom cnc'd triples. Plus a set of dragbars. Ditch the signals (as well as reflectors please!) and...
oh wait... have you had a chance to even ride it yet? Mod'ing can be a bad affliction to have to be honest.
Quote from: MotoCreations on June 13, 2008, 09:25:59 AM
I can already see a set of Showa/Ohlin's USD forks on it with custom cnc'd triples. Plus a set of dragbars. Ditch the signals (as well as reflectors please!) and...
oh wait... have you had a chance to even ride it yet? Mod'ing can be a bad affliction to have to be honest.
A set of USD's on a Bobber?!?!?!? Blastphemy. I like the regular forks on the bike and will keep 'em thank-you-very-much. Signals are staying on the bike, but the reflectors are going to go away.
Yes I've ridden it and it runs/rides fine for what it is.
And that's just the point: It's fine as it is (minus the pipes of course and some mods to increase ridability (fork oil, rear shocks, comfy-er seat, etc.)).
If I rip this sucker apart just for mods.... And leave myself w/o a bike to ride (like I have been for the last 8 months now)....well, that'd just be dumb.
Nice, like the color scheme! That rear end with the tail light in blinker combo rocks.
The official, get gear for Stu, fund
(http://www.vansonleathers.com/images/pants/MCHL-frnt.jpg)
(http://www.jaminleather.net/images/m914fbn_1.jpg)
(http://i23.ebayimg.com/03/i/000/9b/63/c2aa_1.JPG)
(http://www.vitalsigns1.com/files/harley_helmet.jpg)
(http://thumbs2.ebaystatic.com/pict/360004475806_1.jpg)
(http://www.bikerempire.com/catalog/images/lg135l.jpg)
(http://www.boots99.com/images/harley/d91684.jpg)
walmart is having a sale... I'm gonna need fiddy bucks [laugh]
just kidding... I actually like the bike [thumbsup]
ROFLMAO! Good post bp.
[clap]
the cb 750....the gateway drug that turns the most sensible people into harley riders
[laugh] [laugh] [laugh] [laugh]
Quote from: Speeddog on June 13, 2008, 12:07:22 AM
Eh, me first, hoser. ;D
I hold bozcorob personally responsible for this travesty. >:(
[laugh] [laugh] [laugh]
That's fine, but I get sloppy seconds!!!
Quote from: Duck-Stew on June 13, 2008, 01:50:29 AM
PM me when you're in town K.
I knew someone would mention that.....
You won't get a pm, what you'll get is me showing up at your door one day wearing some of BP's Harley uniform that he showed us. [laugh]
That is a nice bike!! The nightster is the best looking sportster!! [thumbsup]
Quote from: Speeddog on June 13, 2008, 12:07:22 AM
Eh, me first, hoser. ;D
I hold bozcorob personally responsible for this travesty. >:(
[laugh] [laugh] [laugh]
It's our new
"ride a Harley or get f'n fired" policy. It's in the fine print of the SOP manual - that's why it took Stuart a while to find it.............
[cheeky]
we are considering dropping the mandatory chaps rule - just because of Stu ;D ;D
I test rode a 2004 rubber-mounted Sportster 1200 when they first came out. The dealer had it done up right with their Screaming Eagle pipes, airfilter, ignition and carb. That bike was definitely the quickest Harley I've ever ridden, (probably even quicker than my Dyna Twin Cam which has been hopped up with S&S heads, carb, etc.) Anyways that Sportster felt awesome in a straight line. I know I have ridden faster bikes (Sportbikes), but that Sportster just felt fast.
I hope yours gets the right combinations of go-fast parts. Be careful. The stuff Harley has been selling is not as potent as what they used to sell. I think their pipes and ECU re-maps are probably still EPA compliant. Try to get a test ride on a bike with the parts you want.
Congrats on the new scoot...... did you get T-shirt with it..... you know, the one that says" If you can read this the b!tch fell off" [cheeky]
Hog-Stew
http://www.pig-hunt.com/id20.html
[laugh]
Quote from: bobspapa on June 13, 2008, 04:38:37 PM
Hog-Stew
http://www.pig-hunt.com/id20.html
[laugh]
Wild Hog Stroganoff [laugh]
Quote from: bozcorob on June 13, 2008, 05:58:19 PM
Wild Hog Stroganoff [laugh]
Ewww who wants a wild hog strokin...... oh wait, that's not what you said...