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2004 Harley-Davidson Sportster: 2004 883 around town bike for beginners and Women
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The 883 is a great bike for beginners who want to ride around town, and Women that might have a hard time pushing around a bigger bike. I currently own an 883 Custom as a project bike. I bought this bike because, right now, I live on an island that is about 60 miles from North to South and 6 East to West. So I guess its a bike for beginners, Women, and people on Okinawa.
Like most Harleys build after about 94, it is a very reliable bike if it is taken care of. Park it for 6 months 50 feet from the ocean and it becomes a big ball of rust. Most of the stock chrome has begun to flake off. The motor is also losing its coating. I think you would get this from most bikes.
If you have never owned a bike, or lack the leg strength that come form hauling a bear gut around, the 2004 883 is a great bike for you. I have seen allot of 04 for under 5 grand. Pick one up, learn to ride, sell it and go bigger. If your a vet to the two wheel world, chose one of the 96 cubic inch models that suits your driving stile. The 883 is about 80-100 pounds lighter than the Dyna and the Softail. Although the bike is lighter, stock, it stands about an inch higher.
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Performance, Your will fight hard to get this thing up to 90 mph. Once there you will not enjoy the vibration. Not a bike for carving corners but you don't buy an 883 to do that. As an 883 cruiser, it performs great if you stay in town and below 70. It is an excellent bike for what it is.
Reliability, Store it in a dry place out of the weather and it will last. leave it out in the rain on the coast and it will rust. If stored correctly and standard maintenance is done (Oil change, tune ups...) an 883 will last right up until that car pulls out in front of you.
Comfort, Like I said, stay below 70 and its a nice ride. If you push it, you will feel it. Not a comfy ride to put hours of highway miles on.
Quality and Craftsmanship, the Chrome plating can be better. Allot of aftermarket parts are superior to what comes stock.
Like most Harleys build after about 94, it is a very reliable bike if it is taken care of. Park it for 6 months 50 feet from the ocean and it becomes a big ball of rust. Most of the stock chrome has begun to flake off. The motor is also losing its coating. I think you would get this from most bikes.
If you have never owned a bike, or lack the leg strength that come form hauling a bear gut around, the 2004 883 is a great bike for you. I have seen allot of 04 for under 5 grand. Pick one up, learn to ride, sell it and go bigger. If your a vet to the two wheel world, chose one of the 96 cubic inch models that suits your driving stile. The 883 is about 80-100 pounds lighter than the Dyna and the Softail. Although the bike is lighter, stock, it stands about an inch higher.
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Performance, Your will fight hard to get this thing up to 90 mph. Once there you will not enjoy the vibration. Not a bike for carving corners but you don't buy an 883 to do that. As an 883 cruiser, it performs great if you stay in town and below 70. It is an excellent bike for what it is.
Reliability, Store it in a dry place out of the weather and it will last. leave it out in the rain on the coast and it will rust. If stored correctly and standard maintenance is done (Oil change, tune ups...) an 883 will last right up until that car pulls out in front of you.
Comfort, Like I said, stay below 70 and its a nice ride. If you push it, you will feel it. Not a comfy ride to put hours of highway miles on.
Quality and Craftsmanship, the Chrome plating can be better. Allot of aftermarket parts are superior to what comes stock.
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2004 Harley-Davidson Sportster: 2004 Harley Davidson Sportster
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I like the Sportster because you get Harley quality, a fun ride, and are part of the "club" for a reasonable price. This bike is no joke. It's quick, sporty (hence the name), but yet makes a good cruiser too. With the right seat, it can be a very comfortable ride. I highly recommend the 2004 and newer versions with the rubber dampening motor mounts that make for a much smoother ride. With the Sportster you also get the carbonated rumble that Harley is famous for. I have several Big Twin EFI guys who are jealous of my rumble.
Ride safe.
Ride safe.
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2004 Harley-Davidson Sportster: 2004 customized 883 custom (now 1200)
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Looking for a Harley and found one in my home town! An 04 sportster custom with an 05 wide glide front end on it. Also a 1200 conversion kit on it, mustang seat and a few other mods. I have put 2500 miles on it since buying and no problems. Exactly as described at a price well under what others with no shipping. What more could you want. I drive it every day to work and am happy with the bike.
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2004 Harley-Davidson Sportster: fast, easy and wonderful
07/07/09
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I like too much the motorcycles so I decided to buy a Harley davidson sportster.
Is a great bike, I am very happy with it. The sound is really good
Is a great bike, I am very happy with it. The sound is really good
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2004 Harley-Davidson Sportster: 2004 Harley-Davidson Sportster
09/04/08
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I am really happy with this purchase. Bike is in excellent condition, I have rode it over 1300 miles now.
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2004 Harley-Davidson Sportster: 2004 HD Sportster 883
08/18/08
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I purchased this bike for my wife. I have to thank Scott Smith (Scottsbest) of Lynnville, Tenn for the deal on this pristine '04 Sportster with only 2900 miles on it. With stock pipes on this bike, it's hard to get excited about it. Put a good loud set of Vance and Hines on and this little scoot will come alive! It runs and sounds like a Harley should. The '04 model Sportster and newer have the rubber mounted engines that do a fantastic job of dampening the vibration. This ain't your Daddy's Sportster. It is a modern version of a classic style that will be in our family for a long time. I ride a '98 Heritage Softail, last of the Evo's, and it is still looking good and going strong. I don't have a justifiable reason to part with it. It is just too damn good of a bike. I am totally happy with Harley-Davidson, period.
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2004 Harley-Davidson Sportster: It's a HD
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It's a Harley, what more needs ot be said? A real American motorcycle. Plenty of power, responsive handling, and that unmistakable Harley Davidson sound. What isn't there to love?
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2004 Harley-Davidson Sportster: Harley's ROCK!!!!!
07/02/08
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I love everythings about my new toy!!!!!
I've always wanted something like this:)
I'm excited to have it!!!!
I've always wanted something like this:)
I'm excited to have it!!!!
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2004 Harley-Davidson Sportster: 2004 Sportster Custom 1200XL
05/03/08
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The 2004 Sportster 1200XL is a great motorcycle and the first year of many improvements to the sportster line. The rubber engine mounts add a much smoother ride experience. I have noticed a lot of top end engine clatter which is more pronounced on engine braking. This top end noise is more apparent with the stock exhaust and I am expecting it to be less noticeable once I put on aftermarket pipes. One downfall of this engine and model is that the owner manual suggests the use of premium fuel. It supposedly gets 52 miles to the gallon highway and has a 4.5 gallon tank. After carb modification and pipes I'm expecting this to earn its place as a weekend warrior and not so much as a savior in the rising gas prices, but them again most don't buy Harleys for that reason anyway.
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2004 Harley-Davidson Sportster: 2004 Harley Davidson Sportster
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I bought this bike after extensive research, comparing a few different Harley models. I decided to buy it because I've always wanted a Harley and it was an affordable choice that I could fit into my budget.
I love the looks of the newer Sportsters with the large tank. This one is an XL1200C, which has the chrome strip down the center of the gas tank, giving it a classic look as well as the appearance of a bigger bike. My bike has Smoky Gold and Vivid Black paint, which is absolutely gorgeous.
One other thing I love about this bike is that it's FAST!
I've spent about $400. on extras, making the bike "mine", but thanks to getting a great price on Ebay, I am still way ahead.
My only dislikes about the bike are no tachometer or fuel gauge, but neither of these would make me reconsider the purchase if I had to do it again.
I've had to replace the ignition coil, which is rare for a bike with relatively low mileage. That's the only problem I've encountered so far.
Overall, I am very impressed with the bike and would recommend it to anyone looking to purchase a Harley for a very reasonable price.
I love the looks of the newer Sportsters with the large tank. This one is an XL1200C, which has the chrome strip down the center of the gas tank, giving it a classic look as well as the appearance of a bigger bike. My bike has Smoky Gold and Vivid Black paint, which is absolutely gorgeous.
One other thing I love about this bike is that it's FAST!
I've spent about $400. on extras, making the bike "mine", but thanks to getting a great price on Ebay, I am still way ahead.
My only dislikes about the bike are no tachometer or fuel gauge, but neither of these would make me reconsider the purchase if I had to do it again.
I've had to replace the ignition coil, which is rare for a bike with relatively low mileage. That's the only problem I've encountered so far.
Overall, I am very impressed with the bike and would recommend it to anyone looking to purchase a Harley for a very reasonable price.
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2004 Harley-Davidson Sportster: my new bike
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I AM VERY PLEASED WITH MY NEW BIKE. I AM GLAD I LOOKED ON EBAY I GOT A GREAT DEAL ON THE BIKE AND SPENT MUCH LESS THAN DEALERS WANTED. I BOUGHT A HARLEY AND MADE A FRIEND TO HAPPY EBAYING.
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