Originally Posted by Andy from Sandy

The Roadster shows all of the plastic bits under the tank and with it the cable ties that hold the wiring loom in place. I am not a fan.

Originally Posted by Synoptic 12

Originally Posted by Synoptic 12

The boots are more for 'off road' and simply do not work. Had them on a bike and one of the seals still failed. They say to keep the wipers clean but that is not the case. If you look at the tubes on the 883 as opposed to the Forty Eight, the tubes are more narrow; 'Most likely left over stock they wish to get rid of, and charge more; whereas they've had the tubes for probably ten years or more due to "those" models not selling. One cannot believe that the boots are placed on the 883 for looks. They're stationed most likely to hide the leakage from the seals should they seep.

Originally Posted by aswracing

Head bolts get oiled before installation. It's not a leak, it's just leftover from the build process. Someone was just sloppy and didn't clean it up.

Originally Posted by benjamin lorenzo

Get the Softail standard unless you're die hard Sportster fan. That Softail standard is going to have a lot more support going forward and those new frames, the Softail frames I hear handle very well. I don't think you're going to notice a difference in handling between the two bikes A bike is only going to handle as well as you operate it usually it's the rider or not the bike.
Get the soft tail standard for the same money you'll be happier in the long run I'm pretty sure.

Originally Posted by snake_eyes

Whoa, WTF? This guy stinks like a Troll.

Originally Posted by Synoptic 12

Uncertain at this point of the Standard. Excellent motor. Rode the Standard 107 and really like the motor. Do not care for the small tank, bars, and digital readout. The price is o.k., just unsure. I agree the with the support and more accessories. However, rather be quick and light than heavy.

Originally Posted by benjamin lorenzo

I see your point about the tank and digital... those are negatives for me too and would cost $$$ down the road to upgrade....I keep my toys along time so... that would be ok with me

However I really do like my 2013 Custom with the 4.5 gallon tank, 1200cc engine (w/ Stage one) and the standard fatter tires BTW.
I've had it 5+ yrs now and just now getting around to upgrading the suspension.

Don't worry about that oil, just pick another, mine DOES NOT LEAK anything after 30k plus miles