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yorgo · 09-29-2006, 10:10 AM

Man I don't know where the Sportster bashers are getting their info but I have an 04 XL 1200R model with 20K miles on it. I ride the thing every day to/from work and on weekends. I'm averaging 1500 miles/month. The Sportster has been the most reliable, fun, comfortable, customizable bike I've ever owned.
Been riding for 20 years now. Have had a nice list of bikes. Interceptor 750, FJ1200, GSXR1100, Intruder 800, Vrod, And the Sportster 1200.

The intruder 800 is an excellent bike. The motor is strong and ever lasting. I can't speak on the C50 cause I've never had one. but a buddy of mine does. He outgrew the thing in just a few months. Sure its nice looking but it aint no Sportster. It's just a matter of opinions until you get to the quality and craftmanship. I always thought that Harleys were crap and would poke fun at old farts on them and how they'd be pushing them home soon or parts falling off. Let me tell you I was wrong in a big way. Harley's have come a long way and although they are not the fastest or lightest bikes. They are very well made. Maintenance is easy, they are reliable, and parts can be found everywhere to customize them how you want.

On the gas mileage issue - I don't know who said the 883 and C50 were about the same but they were way off. I know I get between 54 - 60 MPG on my 1200R. I can't imaging the 883 being any lower. In comparison my intruder 800 gets around 42 - 48max.

Comfort - Sporsters stock seats suck. Their Sundowner seats are extremely comfy.

Anyhow dont drive yourself crazy and enjoy whatever you get. As for me I've been trying to sell my Intruder 800 for 6 months now and cant get a bite. Forced the selling price to $1800 now and still nothing.

09-29-2006, 10:10 AM	#36 (permalink)
yorgo Newbie Joined: Sep 2006 Posts: 1	C50? You will regret it Man I don't know where the Sportster bashers are getting their info but I have an 04 XL 1200R model with 20K miles on it. I ride the thing every day to/from work and on weekends. I'm averaging 1500 miles/month. The Sportster has been the most reliable, fun, comfortable, customizable bike I've ever owned. Been riding for 20 years now. Have had a nice list of bikes. Interceptor 750, FJ1200, GSXR1100, Intruder 800, Vrod, And the Sportster 1200. The intruder 800 is an excellent bike. The motor is strong and ever lasting. I can't speak on the C50 cause I've never had one. but a buddy of mine does. He outgrew the thing in just a few months. Sure its nice looking but it aint no Sportster. It's just a matter of opinions until you get to the quality and craftmanship. I always thought that Harleys were crap and would poke fun at old farts on them and how they'd be pushing them home soon or parts falling off. Let me tell you I was wrong in a big way. Harley's have come a long way and although they are not the fastest or lightest bikes. They are very well made. Maintenance is easy, they are reliable, and parts can be found everywhere to customize them how you want. On the gas mileage issue - I don't know who said the 883 and C50 were about the same but they were way off. I know I get between 54 - 60 MPG on my 1200R. I can't imaging the 883 being any lower. In comparison my intruder 800 gets around 42 - 48max. Comfort - Sporsters stock seats suck. Their Sundowner seats are extremely comfy. Anyhow dont drive yourself crazy and enjoy whatever you get. As for me I've been trying to sell my Intruder 800 for 6 months now and cant get a bite. Forced the selling price to $1800 now and still nothing.