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» Appearance, Bike Care, Garages, Tools & Warranties It Takes Lots Makin' 'Yer Bike Shine & Run Right - Tell Us What, Where & How YOU Do It
» Engine, Transmission, & Performance Shop Talk: Engines, Cams, Gearing, EFI Modules & Relevant Mods
» Handlebars, Pegs & Controls Apes, Broomsticks & Buckhorns; Triggers, Blades, Internal Twists and Mirrors & Accessories That Complement
» Intake & Exhaust Air In & Air Out ... and Ahhhhh, That Sweet, Sweet Smell of Hogfarts!
» Lights, Electrical & Stereos/Speakers Electrical Systems, Lighting, Stereo/Speaker Accessories
» Mods, Mods, Mods Huh? You Mean 'Yer Bike Ain't "Showroom Stock"? Then Post 'Yer Mods Here for Other Members to See!
» Paint, Sheet Metal, Fairings, & Windshields All Things "Body" Related ...
» Recalls
Sub Forums Include: Harley Model Years 2007 back to 2000
» Seats, Backrest, Bags & Racks Finding the Perfect Cushion for Your Bike - and Places to Store Gear
» Suspension, Wheels, Tires & Brakes Keeping Your Harley Stuck to the Road & Handling the Way You Always Wanted
Come Meet the Harley Shop Talk Member that created the "Baby Bagger"
Parts & Mods:
» Click Here to See this Project's Harley Shop Talk Mods Entry!
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Major
Milestones in Sportster History
1957
- Ironhead overhead-valve engine introduced.
1972
- Ironhead 1000cc overhead-valve engine replaces 900cc.
1986
- Evolution engine introduced in 883cc and 1100cc sizes.
1988
- 1200cc engine replaces 1100cc engine.
1991
- Five-speed transmission replaces four-speed transmission.
1991
- Belt drive replaces the chain on 883 Deluxe and all 1200
models.
1993
- Belt drive made standard on all Sportsters.
2004 - New
frame includes rubber-mounted engine to lessen vibration.
2005
- Rear axle enlarged to 1" for increased stability.
2006
- Helical cut transmission gears introduced to reduce gear
whine.
2006
- XR1200 is first Harley to use Down Draft DDFI II fuel
injection.
2007
- Fuel injection replaces carburetors.
2007
- Nightster is released with old school factory bobber styling.
Sportsters have
been in continuous production since their introduction in 1957 - making
them the most durable line of Harley's storied history!
HARLEY SHOP TALK BIKER FORUMS:
» Harley Shop Talk Rides & Events Yeah, We Ride Together. And ALL Over the Place, Too!
Sub Forums Include: 3rd Annual HST Member Rally, 2nd Annual HST Member Rally, 1st Annual HST Member Rally, HST Rally to the Cape, HST Midwest Get Together, HST H-D KC Plant Tour, HST Tail of the Dragon Ride * * *
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» Local Rides & Events (<100K) Stuff to do a Little Closer to Home
Sub Forums Include: Bean Blossom, Las Vegas Bikefest, Ride to Work Day, York Open House, Hollister Rally
» National Rides & Events (>100K) Rallys That Attract All Kinds From All Places
Sub Forums Include: DelMarVa Bike Week, Rolling Thunder, Laughlin River Run, Myrtle Beach Bike Week, Sturgis Motorcycle Rally, Daytona Bike Week, Laconia Race & Rally Week
» Riding Gear No One Here Really Cares if Those New Jeans Make 'Yer Ass Look Fat, So Don't Ask ...
» Safety, Insurance & Legislation Tips to Help Make Our Members Safer Out There on the Asphalt Jungle
» Tattoos Let's Talk INK!
» Announcements, Forum Q&A & Test Area Information and Announcements for Harley Shop Talk Members, Plus an Area to Ask Questions and Test* * *
» Birthdays Who'da Thunk It? Bikers Showin' Off the More Touchy-Feely Side of Harley Shop Talk* * *
» General Discussion If the Engineer Boot Doesn't Fit, Post it Here!* * *
» Harley News & Video From Around the World
» Humor If 'Ya Think it's Funny, Chances Are it is ... Post it Here for Other Members to Judge!
» Introductions Introduce 'Yerself (What'cha Ridin'? ... Where'ya Located? ... )* * *
» Memorials A Special Forum for Our Friends and Family that are Gone, but Not Forgotten.* * *
» Politics & Religion Keep it in Here, Please.
» Sports & Entertainment 'Yer Bound to Opine on Something Sports or Entertainment Related ... Just Don't Run Out Onto the Field Nekkid
» Swap Meet Harley Shop Talk Buy & Sell Forum ... (No, No One Wants 'Yer Friggn' Ex-Wife!)
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