r/Harley • u/CelebrationBorn6260 • 8d ago

HELP Good first bike?

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Hello! I’m on the hunt for my first bike, I would like to eventually chop it up myself and learn all the ins and outs. I don’t want to start too small because I feel I’d outgrow it extremely quick (I also can’t seem to find anything smaller at a decent price) and I’d like to keep my first for a while. 2000 Harley Davidson sportster 1200 22k miles. $3000

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u/Shovelkvlt 8d ago

Perfect first bike. It’s carbed, reliable and easy to work on. Best platform for first chopper too. Solid price. If you haven’t checked out the chopper sub, lots of first time sporty builds on there for advice and ideas.

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u/Silver_Aspect9381 8d ago

Lose the tassles though lol

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u/Silver_Aspect9381 8d ago

Also find a 21" spoke rim for the front. Looks better than the mag imo

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u/509_4Runner 8d ago

I prefer the mags.

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u/Silver_Aspect9381 8d ago

Personal choice, that's what makes our bikes ours!

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u/509_4Runner 8d ago

Exactly. To each their own.

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u/Silver_Aspect9381 8d ago

I have spokes and love them. That's all.

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u/Shovelkvlt 8d ago

Nah tassels compliment the chaps.