09 XL1200C vs. 09 Nightster
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If you are going to go for the street bob later then I would go for a used bike now. Buy one that someone else is taking a loss on instead of you. I prefer the 1200C, it is more versatile. But if you are going for the street bob then you probably like the blacked out look. It all boils down to you. I think someone else pointed out that one of the bikes will speak to you when you go in to get it. Good luck.
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They are both great bikes. Lots of good advice here and you will make the decision that best suits your taste and riding needs.
I considered the Nightster when I saw it online as I thought it was a cool looking bike, but did not give it a second look when I saw the Custom. The Nightster just looked too dang small for me. It is 4.5 inches shorter in length than the Custom and the Custom is only 2.5 inches shorter in length than the Dyna Super Glide/Street Bob.
The Custom (vivid black) had that nice classic black and chrome look that I loved and it was already set for 2 up, forward controls, larger tank, 21 inch front wheel, and longer suspension. Since they were the basically the same price, it was a no brianer for me. I went with the Custom.
I considered the Nightster when I saw it online as I thought it was a cool looking bike, but did not give it a second look when I saw the Custom. The Nightster just looked too dang small for me. It is 4.5 inches shorter in length than the Custom and the Custom is only 2.5 inches shorter in length than the Dyna Super Glide/Street Bob.
The Custom (vivid black) had that nice classic black and chrome look that I loved and it was already set for 2 up, forward controls, larger tank, 21 inch front wheel, and longer suspension. Since they were the basically the same price, it was a no brianer for me. I went with the Custom.
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congrats!
you would have liked either, but you got the top of the line, and will never regret it.. first bike ever! man you are getting a nice start.. i started on a trail 50 in 1982, not quite the same thing : )
ride safe
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