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650Doug · 09-14-2007, 03:13 PM

Can anybody tell me when the HD's were made by AMF? The reason I ask is I found a '93 Sportster XL 1200(?) for sale today, a special anniversary mod I guess. (1903-1993) Black and silver with some special badging.

Anyway, I was wondering if this was made by AMF....

Also, does anybody have any opinions, thoughts, experience, comments, on the '93 Sportsters?

Its got 12K miles on it, looks to be pretty clean. Some paint chips here and there, some oxidized aluminum. The engine is clean, and appears to be oil free externally anyway.

I didn't listen to it run, I didn't approach the seller, there was no price on the sign.

I thought I'd check in here with some folks who may know something I don't, about these bikes overall, before I talk to the guy.

Thanks in advance.

MoonRunner · 09-14-2007, 03:59 PM

Harley merged with AMF in 1969.

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In Harley historical web pages it reads like this in 1981: "1981 On February 26, thirteen Harley-Davidson senior executives sign a letter of intent to purchase Harley-Davidson Motor Company from AMF. By mid-June, the buyback is official, and the phrase "The Eagle Soars Alone" becomes a rallying cry. "

NA7A · 09-14-2007, 11:52 PM

Here are some that sold/for sale......

93 Harley-Davidson 1200 Sportster for Sale at Bikez Free Motorcycle Classifieds

GREAT DEAL ON A 93 HARLEY SPORTSTER 1200 Custom. Save big $$$$$$$$$$$

'93 sportster hugger 40

XL-Rider · 09-24-2007, 12:07 PM

Thats a good year and will last many many miles if you take care of it. All EVO models were made after HD bought itself back from AMF.

kraig205 · 10-14-2007, 04:51 PM

EVO"S came out in 1984

omegajim · 10-14-2007, 06:50 PM

Yeah, nothing before 84, and even then the first year or two I might be a bit leery.

KD57 · 10-19-2007, 08:37 AM

Friend of mine has an '87, clocked 30K on it w/ no issues other than a bad rear wheel bearing last year, which should have been replaced before that anyway.

omegajim · 10-19-2007, 08:35 PM

Which kind of reinforces my "nothing before '84" concept?

A bad ball bearing? That could happen to anybody. Complete fluke.

Adriaan · 11-25-2007, 12:11 AM

I had an FXRS 1985 model, the second year of the evolution engine.
The only Harley I really liked.

I bought another new one in the late 1990's and I never liked it.
Didn't handle like the FXRS, just didn't feel right.
The FXRS has been out of production for a long time.

They way the "dollar situation" is right now Harleys should come down in price big time. If they don't it will be a ripoff.

Rickster · 11-25-2007, 11:07 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Adriaan

I had an FXRS 1985 model, the second year of the evolution engine.
The only Harley I really liked.

I bought another new one in the late 1990's and I never liked it.
Didn't handle like the FXRS, just didn't feel right.
The FXRS has been out of production for a long time.

They way the "dollar situation" is right now Harleys should come down in price big time. If they don't it will be a ripoff.

My first Harley was the bagger version of the same bike 1984 FXRT. I got to agree with you on the ride, best handling big twin Harley ever made.

09-14-2007, 03:13 PM	#1 (permalink)
650Doug Third gear and cruising Joined: Jul 2007 Posts: 459	The AMF years Can anybody tell me when the HD's were made by AMF? The reason I ask is I found a '93 Sportster XL 1200(?) for sale today, a special anniversary mod I guess. (1903-1993) Black and silver with some special badging. Anyway, I was wondering if this was made by AMF.... Also, does anybody have any opinions, thoughts, experience, comments, on the '93 Sportsters? Its got 12K miles on it, looks to be pretty clean. Some paint chips here and there, some oxidized aluminum. The engine is clean, and appears to be oil free externally anyway. I didn't listen to it run, I didn't approach the seller, there was no price on the sign. I thought I'd check in here with some folks who may know something I don't, about these bikes overall, before I talk to the guy. Thanks in advance.

10-14-2007, 06:50 PM	#6 (permalink)
omegajim Just Won't Go Away ! Joined: Jan 2007 Bike: 1980 Yamaha XS850 Location: Washington County, WI Posts: 5,127	Yeah, nothing before 84, and even then the first year or two I might be a bit leery. __________________ I have a truckload of nothing and it's certified, I got the certificate right here.

10-19-2007, 08:35 PM	#8 (permalink)
omegajim Just Won't Go Away ! Joined: Jan 2007 Bike: 1980 Yamaha XS850 Location: Washington County, WI Posts: 5,127	Which kind of reinforces my "nothing before '84" concept? A bad ball bearing? That could happen to anybody. Complete fluke. __________________ I have a truckload of nothing and it's certified, I got the certificate right here.

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MoonRunner Seat Tester Joined: Aug 2007 Posts: 59	Harley merged with AMF in 1969. : In Harley historical web pages it reads like this in 1981: "1981 On February 26, thirteen Harley-Davidson senior executives sign a letter of intent to purchase Harley-Davidson Motor Company from AMF. By mid-June, the buyback is official, and the phrase "The Eagle Soars Alone" becomes a rallying cry. "

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NA7A Clunked into first gear Joined: Sep 2005 Bike: 07 HD Sportster 1200C, 05 Suzuki M50 (sold) Location: Oregon Posts: 220	Here are some that sold/for sale...... 93 Harley-Davidson 1200 Sportster for Sale at Bikez Free Motorcycle Classifieds GREAT DEAL ON A 93 HARLEY SPORTSTER 1200 Custom. Save big $$$$$$$$$$$ '93 sportster hugger 40

09-24-2007, 12:07 PM	#4 (permalink)
XL-Rider Newbie Joined: Mar 2007 Bike: 2005 Sportster Location: Kennesaw, GA Posts: 14	Thats a good year and will last many many miles if you take care of it. All EVO models were made after HD bought itself back from AMF.

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kraig205 Seat Tester Joined: May 2006 Bike: 1993 HD FXR Chromed out, 2005 C50, debaffled, lowered, solo luggage rack and backrest Location: Birmingham, AL Posts: 64	EVO"S came out in 1984

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KD57 Can Ride And Chew Gum Joined: Oct 2007 Bike: 2008 ZZR600 Location: Under a rock in Texas Posts: 2,050	Friend of mine has an '87, clocked 30K on it w/ no issues other than a bad rear wheel bearing last year, which should have been replaced before that anyway.

11-25-2007, 12:11 AM	#9 (permalink)
Adriaan Where Am I ? Joined: Nov 2007 Location: Quesnel, BC Canada Posts: 27	I had an FXRS 1985 model, the second year of the evolution engine. The only Harley I really liked. I bought another new one in the late 1990's and I never liked it. Didn't handle like the FXRS, just didn't feel right. The FXRS has been out of production for a long time. They way the "dollar situation" is right now Harleys should come down in price big time. If they don't it will be a ripoff.

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