Harley Sportster XL 883

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Harley Sportster XL 883

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is this a good bike for a beginner who wants to get a cruiser as opposed to any sport bikes? even tho sport is in the name, id still consider it more a cruiser as its a harley and they are known for cruisers

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Re: Harley Sportster XL 883

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Metal_Militia wrote:is this a good bike for a beginner who wants to get a cruiser as opposed to any sport bikes? even tho sport is in the name, id still consider it more a cruiser as its a harley and they are known for cruisers
Yeah, it's a fine bike. Just make sure you get a 2004 or later. Before 2004, the engines were hard-mounted and the bikes vibrated excessively.

You might also want to look at bikes from other manufacturers that are more cruiser than the Sportster. Yamaha Virago/V-Star, Honda Shadow, Suzuki Boulevard, Kawasaki Vulcan, etc.
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I had one for my first bike and liked it. Go take a day and so some sitting on bikes!

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I have never ridden the 883 buy I do have a 1200 and I love it. It is very forgiving, good on fuel, and easy to ride. I would suggest looking around at other bikes as well. Don't get too worried about labels get what fits you.
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