I have a RKC and was thinking of adding a Sportster 1200C to the garage. Before you think I have lost my mind, I sometimes just want a real simple bar hopper. So I was thinking about doing the custom build program and getting one in black denium with mini apes and a solo seat. I know it may be a waste, but it sure seems fun to change up the ride once in a while.

What do you think? Am I being foolish?

 

What the hell you should go for it
I have an 08 electra glide I have always wanted a cross bones to customize and have fun with maybe someday

 

1200 Sportsters are a blast to ride. When my wife had hers I found I was riding it more often than she was. They are great bikes, I would like to have one too.

 

I've always admired the looks of the Sportsters....but that bubble bursts the moment I plop my backside down in the saddle. They just seem Soooo small. (And I'm not a large man by any means..5'9" 180lbs.) Personal preference, but if I were looking for a bar hopper, I'd find me a used Night Train, and of course, add FuelMotos 107 kit so I could be the first to the next bar!! LOL

 

Doesn't sound silly to me. I will always have my eyes open for my 08 883L I traded in. I loved that bike!

 

I picked up 1991 Sportster 883/1200 conversion for my wife 2 weeks ago. I think I have been on it more than her... Fun little machine.

 

We just got one for the shop. Its fun as hell. Surprising power and comfort too. I say go for it

 

I had one. Great bike! And it's not just a bar hopper. I did several long day trips on it. If I could have justified keeping two bikes (my wife is just a passenger and my sons are all grown and gone) I would have. And don't listen to the crap about them being too small. I'm 6'2, 215 with a 35 inch inseam. The XL1200C has forward controls so it is very comfortable. I put an engine guard and highway pegs on it for long days and spent as much as 12 hours in the saddle. (On the last issue, though, upgrade the seat. The stock is a bit punishing. I had a Sundowner on mine.)

Go for it!

 

Go for it. I had a 2005 1200C that I bought new back in 05. It was a great bike and fast as hell after I got done with it!!

 

do it. My wife has an 883 and i LOVE blasting around the neighborhood on it....

SHE prefers me to leave it alone....pfffft...imagine?