Description
National Motorcycle Museum | Solihull, West Midlands
Viewing: Tues 27th October from 1pm
Auction: Wed 28th October from 10am
Location: National Motorcycle Museum, Coventry Road, Bickenhill, Solihull B92 0EJ
Registration No: V38 JFL
Frame No: 5HD1CGP125K444535
MOT: None
Just over 5, 000 miles from new
Only four registered keepers
A well-preserved example of a modern American classic
One of Harley-Davidson’s most popular and longest-lived models, the Sportster (designated the XL series) was introduced in 1957 as a relatively lightweight alternative to the larger Harleys, but still powered by huge V-twins of 883cc up to 1, 200cc. Equipped with the venerable Ironhead engine until 1985, the Evolution took over in 1986, notably featuring alloy heads. In 1991, a five-speed transmission replaced the four-speed and the 883 Deluxe and 1200 models moved to belt-drive instead of chain. The XL1200C Custom was introduced in 1996. Sportsters remain in production to this day, with regular updates ensuring their continued success.
Originally registered in Birmingham as ‘BX55 VGZ’, this eye-catching Sportster is a fine example which has had just four keepers from new. The first owned it until 2008, and it then spent time with a long-term second keeper until 2023. What is most extraordinary is that it has covered just a little over 5, 000 miles from new, with 4, 000 of those miles having been covered by 2012. The Harley has not been used at all since 2022, so some straightforward recommissioning will be required.
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Entry by catalogue and can be purchased for £20 (admits 2 people)
