Happy Holidays to all, does anyone know if the newer 06 sportster 4.5 gas tank wiil fit and 01 model? i want to get a bigger tank that just will fit in with out any mods.

 

I could be wrong, and I'm sure I'll get corrected, but I believe they changed the tank mounting on the 2004+ models.

I saw your ride on the photo gallery -- very nice. Not sure I would think it worth giving up that good looking classic appearance for an extra gallon of gas. Think I'd hang a one-gallon can on the back before I'd do that.

 

I don't think they'll fit your bike, but there area couple companies that make bigger tanks for the Sporty. I had a Paughco 4.5gal tank on my last one and that extra gallon really DOES make a difference. (At least to me)

 

you can use a stretch tank for 4 gallons bolts right on and looks pritty good.

 

IMO...I gotta agree - - the 3.3 looks great on your scoot as it is - --

 

I think the 4 gallon pictured above would make the bike look much sleeker JMHO

 

I have to agree with Danester on this one. The stock XL1200R tank is a work of art.

Thumper26

 

Yeah, the "peanut" tanks are truly unique, but to ME the extra gallon really was worth losing that distinctive Sporty look. I wonder if anyone makes a slightly longer, taller, wider peanut tank that could hold the extra gallon and still keep the look?

 

how about this a little larger 3.8 gal.

 

Depends on what you want but sometimes function must rule over form.