I just purchased a new 1200C Custom Sportster and have some questions and need advice on proceeding. I'm not new to riding or to Harley, having traded in my purchased new 07 Dyna. Both me and the SuperGlide are getting older and it was time for a lighter and smaller bike.
Questions:
1. For the transmission and primary, use Formula 1 or an after-market oil, and if so what brand and weight? Used Spectro in the Dyna and had no issues. A service rep said 75w-140 but I suspect he was thinking of a big twin. The engine oil will be Amsoil.
2. Took a 275 mile break-in ride into the Arizona mountains and came home sore. Partly due to age, partly due to adjusting to a new bike, but on this longer ride the seat, shocks, and handlebar were telling me to change them out.
a. So, are the HD upgrade shocks a viable option? Have used Progressive 412's on my last three bikes, roughly 175k miles, and would consider them here. Are the 440's worth the extra money? And which length? The bike has the medium length ones now, 10.7", and comfort overrides appearances.
b. Ordered a Sundowner solo seat. Had one on my Dyna and liked it. Will probably have the stock seat refoamed and reformed at a later date if I decide to get a sissy bar setup. For now the Sporty is strictly a solo bike.
c. Read somewhere that mini-apes are the handlebar of choice for upgrading. But, with the taller risers and that setup it seems they would be too high and awkward plus needing new cables and wiring upgrades. New risers are out, the speedo just barely clears the tank.
The HD parts guy said the reach seat is the way to go as it does not need any upgrades while providing both increased rise and pullback. Opinion? I'd prefer a more upright riding position than stock.
Thank you.
Bill
Questions:
1. For the transmission and primary, use Formula 1 or an after-market oil, and if so what brand and weight? Used Spectro in the Dyna and had no issues. A service rep said 75w-140 but I suspect he was thinking of a big twin. The engine oil will be Amsoil.
2. Took a 275 mile break-in ride into the Arizona mountains and came home sore. Partly due to age, partly due to adjusting to a new bike, but on this longer ride the seat, shocks, and handlebar were telling me to change them out.
a. So, are the HD upgrade shocks a viable option? Have used Progressive 412's on my last three bikes, roughly 175k miles, and would consider them here. Are the 440's worth the extra money? And which length? The bike has the medium length ones now, 10.7", and comfort overrides appearances.
b. Ordered a Sundowner solo seat. Had one on my Dyna and liked it. Will probably have the stock seat refoamed and reformed at a later date if I decide to get a sissy bar setup. For now the Sporty is strictly a solo bike.
c. Read somewhere that mini-apes are the handlebar of choice for upgrading. But, with the taller risers and that setup it seems they would be too high and awkward plus needing new cables and wiring upgrades. New risers are out, the speedo just barely clears the tank.
The HD parts guy said the reach seat is the way to go as it does not need any upgrades while providing both increased rise and pullback. Opinion? I'd prefer a more upright riding position than stock.
Thank you.
Bill
