New-to-me 2010 Harley 48

NPHLYT · 07-16-2012, 07:53 AM

For about a year now I have been thinking of adding a V-twin to the stable, and then Harley made my decision easy. I wanted something old-looking, but not old, it had to be fuel injected. I am sick of carburetors and cannot seem find anyone to help (except my mechanic, but he is not free). The previous owner already took care of the pesky chrome pipes and uncomfortable seat. Eventually I will ditch the 2-2 exhaust and get something geared more for performance than noise.

I give you, The 48!

**Gravel Guy** · 07-16-2012, 08:00 AM

dukey33 · 07-16-2012, 10:20 AM

Congrats! very cool looking.

Abby · 07-16-2012, 10:27 AM

me like this scooter!

El Fenix · 07-16-2012, 10:35 AM

Nice lookin scoot! I looked at those also. I wanted to switch out to a bigger tank.

whoa · 07-16-2012, 10:45 AM

This is a great looking bike. I've always been a fan of the Sportster. How's it ride? That fatty on the front really looks great. How does it effect turn in?

I'm with you on the aesthetics of the older styling without the woes of maintaining vintage iron. Is why I went with a modern retro and could not be happier. Here's to many hours of happy riding.

wanabeguru · 07-16-2012, 11:18 AM

Nice ride!

Hemibee · 07-16-2012, 12:37 PM

Nice scooter

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Brotha J · 07-16-2012, 01:04 PM

OPA!

**Robert K** · 07-16-2012, 01:33 PM

Very nice! Looks similar to my old XLCH except MUCH better and I know it's far better in every respect. I sure need to own another Sportster before I get too much older.

**Gravel Guy** · 07-16-2012, 01:43 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Robert K

Very nice! Looks similar to my old XLCH except MUCH better and I know it's far better in every respect. I sure need to own another Sportster before I get too much older.

I agree....you got to be close to what......80 right now?

Chirpy · 07-16-2012, 04:54 PM

I love the elemental look of the 48s and some of the single seat Irons. Nothing you don't need, just a motorcycle.

woodsguy · 07-17-2012, 05:52 AM

Very nice looking bike!

I love the line in your sig!

"2010 Harley Sportster 48 (turning gasoline into noise, without the side effect of H.P.)"

**Xdriver** · 07-17-2012, 08:55 AM

That thing looks like fun. I like the blacked out pipes, and the simplicity with style approach.

**The Bruce** · 07-17-2012, 09:03 AM

Cool bike

"I always wanted a Sportster."

NPHLYT · 07-17-2012, 09:04 AM

I am thinking about making some clip-on beach-style bars. I have found nothing like this in my searching, only straight clip-ons. I guess I either need to make friends with someone who has a mandrel tubing bender or find a fab shop that will not kill me on price. I may try drag bars first.

Hopefully I will make it out to a meet and eat soon, or maybe a pie run (mmmmmmm, pie!).

tmanv2krider · 07-17-2012, 11:36 PM

Harley, harley black and chrome; ride em out and push em home!!

Juussttt kidding. Nice scoot! I like the 48's but the gas tank is too small for my tastes. Needs more go go juice! Will probably snag me a superglide in another few years.

NPHLYT · 07-18-2012, 03:29 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by tmanv2krider

.....I like the 48's but the gas tank is too small for my tastes. Needs more go go juice! Will probably snag me a superglide in another few years.

I was looking at the Dyna line, but I am not a big guy and feel stupid sitting something that big. I was told that the 2.2ish gallon tank hold more than enough fuel to the that bike to the next gas station.

tmanv2krider · 07-18-2012, 05:39 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by NPHLYT

I was looking at the Dyna line, but I am not a big guy and feel stupid sitting something that big. I was told that the 2.2ish gallon tank hold more than enough fuel to the that bike to the next gas station.

Well, I'm just the exact opposite of you. I'm a pretty big guy, and in fact... I'd probably make a superglide look small, so could you imagine what I'd look like on a sportster?

About the gas tank, I'm like to ride... a lot... knee's in the breeze etc... so I like to go at least over 100 miles on 1 tank before I consider pulling over for fuel. Now, that sportster should at least get around 60mpg highway, so I guess that 2.2 gal tank isn't so bad after all.

NPHLYT · 07-18-2012, 05:57 AM

I am considering getting a 3.3 gallon tank from the Nightster or possibly something custom. I like this guy's bars and tank (and whole bike!). I will also invest in one of those small fuel tanks that is carried in a swing arm bag.

07-16-2012, 07:53 AM	#1
NPHLYT Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: Houston Posts: 887	New-to-me 2010 Harley 48 For about a year now I have been thinking of adding a V-twin to the stable, and then Harley made my decision easy. I wanted something old-looking, but not old, it had to be fuel injected. I am sick of carburetors and cannot seem find anyone to help (except my mechanic, but he is not free). The previous owner already took care of the pesky chrome pipes and uncomfortable seat. Eventually I will ditch the 2-2 exhaust and get something geared more for performance than noise. I give you, The 48! Attached Thumbnails __________________ "I'm drowning, and monkeys dressed as lifeguards are throwing me anvils" -Dilbert NPHLYT 1962 Sears Allstate Puch 250 1970 Honda CB750 1979 Suzuki GS1000L 1980 Honda CB750K 2010 Harley Sportster 48 (turning gasoline into noise, without the side effect of H.P.)

07-16-2012, 08:00 AM	#2
Gravel Guy Forum Supporter Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: T'orndale! Posts: 5,070	Re: New-to-me 2010 Harley 48 __________________ "Any man who thinks he can be happy and prosperous by letting the Government take care of him; better take a closer look at the American Indian!" ~ Henry Ford ~ ----------------------------------------------- Mark East of Wierd, Texas

07-16-2012, 10:20 AM	#3
dukey33 Join Date: Apr 2006 Location: Seabrook, TX Posts: 3,565	Re: New-to-me 2010 Harley 48 Congrats! very cool looking. __________________ Dave ------------------------------------- -Shadow ACE Tourer, low & slow -K1200 LT, motor(rad)home

07-16-2012, 10:27 AM	#4
Abby Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: Conroe, Texas Posts: 659	Re: New-to-me 2010 Harley 48 me like this scooter! __________________ Tim Abernethy Conroe, Tx You can hate war, but love the American warrior. Lt. General Hal Moore 2009 H-D FLHTCU (Big Pig) 2012 Triumph Speed Triple

07-16-2012, 10:35 AM	#5
El Fenix Join Date: Feb 2012 Location: Dallas Posts: 749	Re: New-to-me 2010 Harley 48 Nice lookin scoot! I looked at those also. I wanted to switch out to a bigger tank.

07-16-2012, 10:45 AM	#6
whoa Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: Austin Texas Posts: 3,432	Re: New-to-me 2010 Harley 48 This is a great looking bike. I've always been a fan of the Sportster. How's it ride? That fatty on the front really looks great. How does it effect turn in? I'm with you on the aesthetics of the older styling without the woes of maintaining vintage iron. Is why I went with a modern retro and could not be happier. Here's to many hours of happy riding. __________________ David - Here, let me google that for you. 2005 Triumph Thruxton 2000 Triumph Speed Triple

07-16-2012, 11:18 AM	#7
wanabeguru Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: RIO DELL, CA Posts: 4,674	Re: New-to-me 2010 Harley 48 Nice ride! __________________ Wally[electronics technician] 2007 RED BANDIT

07-16-2012, 12:37 PM	#8
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07-16-2012, 01:04 PM	#9
Brotha J Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: Rockwall, TX Posts: 5,159	Re: New-to-me 2010 Harley 48 OPA! __________________ A.K.A. J.J. Okay, now what it that I was I trying to remember... Riding: 2006 Honda CBR F4i yellow Driving: 2008 Chrysler Aspen black , 1996 Honda Civic silver Ride At Your Own Risk: http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v3...urOwnRisk2.jpg Seldom updated blog, started in grad school: http://brothajslazydays.blogspot.com/

07-16-2012, 01:33 PM	#10
Robert K TWT Advertiser Forum Supporter Join Date: Jul 2005 Location: Leander Posts: 624	Re: New-to-me 2010 Harley 48 Very nice! Looks similar to my old XLCH except MUCH better and I know it's far better in every respect. I sure need to own another Sportster before I get too much older. __________________ F650GS Dakar KLX250 01 TW200 99 TJ 05 TW200 CC's bike R1100RS CC's bike F650GS CC's bike

07-16-2012, 04:54 PM	#12
Chirpy Join Date: Jan 2004 Location: Hippo town Posts: 6,692	Re: New-to-me 2010 Harley 48 I love the elemental look of the 48s and some of the single seat Irons. Nothing you don't need, just a motorcycle. __________________ XR1200 \| KLX300 \| XR100 missed So I'm looking through the Constitution, trying to figure out where the Congress has the power to regulate light bulbs...

07-17-2012, 05:52 AM	#13
woodsguy Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: Huntsville Posts: 1,062	Re: New-to-me 2010 Harley 48 Very nice looking bike! I love the line in your sig! "2010 Harley Sportster 48 (turning gasoline into noise, without the side effect of H.P.)" __________________ Pops TORCS #70 2011 KTM 350 XC-F 2010 KTM 530 XC-W=e-start! 2012 BMW 650 Sertao

07-17-2012, 08:55 AM	#14
Xdriver Forum Supporter Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: North Richland Hills Posts: 646	That thing looks like fun. I like the blacked out pipes, and the simplicity with style approach. __________________ Sean 2012 Super Tenere Hard work pays off in the future. Laziness pays off now.....Steven Wright.

07-17-2012, 09:03 AM	#15
The Bruce Forum Supporter Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: Between a Rock and a weird place, Pflugerville, TX Posts: 7,341	Re: New-to-me 2010 Harley 48 Cool bike "I always wanted a Sportster." __________________ .... repeat 2012 XT1200Z Super Tenere 2000 DRZ400S "Old Yeller" IBA 45687Bun Burner 1500 Great Divide Route Part 1 Great Divide Route Part 2 Big Bend Big Bend Ranch

07-17-2012, 09:04 AM	#16
NPHLYT Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: Houston Posts: 887	Re: New-to-me 2010 Harley 48 I am thinking about making some clip-on beach-style bars. I have found nothing like this in my searching, only straight clip-ons. I guess I either need to make friends with someone who has a mandrel tubing bender or find a fab shop that will not kill me on price. I may try drag bars first. Hopefully I will make it out to a meet and eat soon, or maybe a pie run (mmmmmmm, pie!). __________________ "I'm drowning, and monkeys dressed as lifeguards are throwing me anvils" -Dilbert NPHLYT 1962 Sears Allstate Puch 250 1970 Honda CB750 1979 Suzuki GS1000L 1980 Honda CB750K 2010 Harley Sportster 48 (turning gasoline into noise, without the side effect of H.P.)

07-17-2012, 11:36 PM	#17
tmanv2krider Join Date: Jan 2012 Location: Houston Posts: 45	Re: New-to-me 2010 Harley 48 Harley, harley black and chrome; ride em out and push em home!! Juussttt kidding. Nice scoot! I like the 48's but the gas tank is too small for my tastes. Needs more go go juice! Will probably snag me a superglide in another few years. __________________ 2009 Vulcan 2000 classic -Travis

07-18-2012, 05:57 AM	#20
NPHLYT Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: Houston Posts: 887	Re: New-to-me 2010 Harley 48 I am considering getting a 3.3 gallon tank from the Nightster or possibly something custom. I like this guy's bars and tank (and whole bike!). I will also invest in one of those small fuel tanks that is carried in a swing arm bag. __________________ "I'm drowning, and monkeys dressed as lifeguards are throwing me anvils" -Dilbert NPHLYT 1962 Sears Allstate Puch 250 1970 Honda CB750 1979 Suzuki GS1000L 1980 Honda CB750K 2010 Harley Sportster 48 (turning gasoline into noise, without the side effect of H.P.)

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