Hey everyone, I'm considering getting a XV1900 and wanted to hear from current or past owners. Since these have been out of production for a while, how do they hold up in 2026? Is sourcing parts getting difficult? Any known issues to watch out for (3rd gear, fuel pump, etc.)? Does the lack of a 6th gear or liquid cooling bother you on long highway trips or in the street?
On our Sunday ride we stopped at a restaurant and we naturally pulled out the chairs next to us put our helmets there. But I’ve been to plenty of places where riders put their helmets right on the table.
So my question for the community is what is the proper etiquette? We’re not savages are we? But are you putting your $600 lid on the floor?
I’ve been riding for 3 years and I’m looking to buy my first Harley. I’ve been browsing the used market for a Sportster 1200. Mid 90’s to early 2000’s. (I’d like to have a carbureted one.) Is there anything in this year range I should look out for? What’s considered high mileage on an evo engine? What’s too much to pay? I’m experienced with wrenching on cars so I don’t mind having to fix up a bike, but I don’t want to end up with something that’s going to need major work. Any advice is appreciated.
I posted this in some Harley specific groups but if you have any suggestions on a different type of cruiser, I’m open to that too. Currently ride an old Honda CL350.
I know this type of question gets asked a lot, but I’m currently looking to pick up a used cruiser to add to my garage. I already own a 2018 V-Strom 1000XT and a DR-Z400SM, so I'm looking for something different to round things out.
I’ve narrowed it down to two specific used options:
Primary Use Case:
Considering the price difference, mileage, ease of maintenance/wrenchability, and daily rideability, which one would you recommend? Would love to hear your thoughts, especially from anyone who has seat time on either.
Thanks in advance!
Me and a couple riding buddies did approx. 200 mile ride r/t to Morrow Mountain State Park in NC. It was toasty, hit some rain but it was still a great ride. Got asked, "why'd you go with Indian?" I replied, "because everyone has a Harley." I like it. Thats all that matters. I don't hate Harleys. Never owned one. I actually was considering a Sport Glide. I like my '19 Springfield Dark Horse.
Picked up an 11,000 mile V Star 1100 about a month ago and it rode great for a week or two. One day I gave it some throttle and it started sputtering about halfway up the powerband, thought I was out of gas at first but reserve didn’t change it, feels like the bike is starving itself of gas. At first it wasn’t bad and would only do it sometimes so I still rode it to work a lot. I was trying to diagnose it, made sure gas cap and petcock worked, replaced fuel filter and pump, inspected the easier spark plug to pull out, sprayed intake boots looking for leaks. Nothing ever changed so now I’m up to the carbs. I’ve gotten into the bowls but everything looks pretty clean just like everything else I’ve looked at on the bike. Should I just clean it all real good and stick it back in and hope it works? Is there anything else that might be causing this issue? New to carbs so this is very different for me.
I finally got the cap off and turned the fuel screw a little bit and regained some torque. It's not quite how it was with the stock 2 into 1 but it's a noticeable difference now. The problem is I still have the same decel pops as before. Do I just keep turning until they stop or is this a permanent feature of aftermarket slip ons?
Edit: It's a 2003 Road Star 1600cc. Forgot to add this part.
Have an 08 roadstar warrior 1700 and she died on the highway this morning. I was ripping along and she started to lose power so pulled the clutch and gave her some gas and died. I coasted to a stop. Did a diagnostic and the voltage said 11.9. That wasn’t cranking or running that was just with the ignition on. I hit start and all I get is a loud clicking from the stater solenoid under the seat and clicking at the starter. I don’t know how a failed starter solenoid would cause it to do on the highway?? Any help would much appreciated.
C50 boulevard my mother bought, rode once and came off, sat around for ages so i started using it, crashed it, being an idiot, so i got a blue collar bobber kit and kept the dent to remind me, dont ride your bike to the pub…
I think cruisers look really really cool, so I'm considering getting one as my first motorbike.
But what are really the pros and cons here? And why have cruisers decreased so much in popularity over the years?
Im really loving the triple halo look it has but I'm not a fan of the little black cans. especially since these are gloss black and my bike is satin.
But either way, let me know what you guys think? I’m also curious to know if and how anyone mounted them without the cans.
Pics are of a lake outside of Tahoe and a beach outside of Santa Cruz. Bay Area born and raised and she takes the pleasure of living here to another level. Snowboard fits nicely on the rack too. Let me know if you are in The Bay and are down for a cruise.
My photographer friend wanted to try out his new DSLR camera, so we set up and got some action shots.
Pretty pumped how they turned out.
I have a 2013 Dyna Switchback. The stock shield created buffeting which was tolerable but annoying, and it was like pulling a parachute at higher speeds. I solved the buffeting with cheapo fork fangs. $20 Amazon fangs and the buffeting was gone which was fantastic. I finally got the windshield I wanted since it was back in stock, and I just returned from a 150 mile ride around the Bay Area. MONEY WELL SPENT. Installing it was easy. All of the holes lined up perfectly. I noticed right away that I no longer feel like I am pulling a parachute. As far as drag goes, it felt as though it wasn't even there. The faster I went, the more noticeable it was. It's really like it's not even there. Very impressed. We're having some weird weather patterns here in The Bay, with lots of cross winds, and that was a HUGE thing I noticed. I was able to blast right through them like nothing, whereas in my test ride right before with my stock shield, I'd have to slow down and take it easy. For those who know The Bay and the San Mateo bridge, I was able to blast through it today, despite the high winds, like they weren't even there. Really I can't express enough how different it was at high speeds and with a strong cross wind. According to some data about the shield, it's not only significantly more aerodynamic, but it also creates downward force on your front end to keep the bike more stable, whereas the stock shield creates upward force making your make less stable (yikes). This was very noticeable when taking long sweeping turns at high speed with a strong cross wind. The bike felt firmly planted on the road and I felt confident as I pushed through the cross winds during a long sweeping turn on 280 north heading from the South Bay to 92. The buffeting decreased but is still present, but you know how annoying that can get, so I put the fangs back on now the wind experience is just beautiful. Would have been nice to be able to ditch the fangs but whatever. Money well spent if you're looking to upgrade your billboard shield.
Right after passing my test, I went straight from a Z650 to a VN1500, nearly double the weight. I had a lot of respect for it at first, but honestly, after three days that was settled. At my height and weight, the weight barely registers once you’re moving. What actually takes practice is everything below walking pace: manoeuvring, U-turns, pulling away on a hill. That’s where you feel every kilo.
What surprised me most was how much less you shift. All that torque low down changes the whole way you ride, you flow rather than work.
2,000 km in 12 weeks isn’t routine, but it’s enough to get a feel for the bike.
Catch a little ride before the thunder storms today.
What cruiser is the best impersonator of an American cruiser bike, sound, styling and power, I'd love to hear your thoughts
I want to buy a Harley Davidson pre owned in jammu in good condition if your interested please dm me and send a photo of the bike in current condition
I've been riding my same cbr250 for 10 years now and am really wanting to upgrade. Im wanting to build out an old sportster to a pseudo chopper style of bike and do road trips. What are some things that I should know or would help me on a bigger bike? Thanks in advance!