Excellent. I’ve got a 2003 sitting in the garage I’m fighting with my brothers estate over. Hasn’t run in 8 years. Needs a carb rebuild & new ignition module plus all the other age related maintenance . I offered them $900 bucks as is. They see big money in it.
What’s up Tripp? Randy here! I ride a ‘97 1200 XLC...I would suggest you tear that carb down, check the float, and by ALL means change the carb and intake seals, don’t cost much, but if they are cracked they’ll suck air and you’ll think the carb is whacked! Of course you can spray carb cleaner while it’s running on the seals and listen for change in idle to determine a leak, I’d also bet with that low of mileage the air mixture screw is still factory set and has the plug covering it. You have to drill it out to gain access to the mixture screw! I rejetted my bike because I changed the air cleaner and pipes, factory jets would fart when throttling from an idle... good luck! Keep us posted!
randall mcwilliams Thanks man I really appreciate it. Taking things one step at a time here but already have a carb rebuild kit and a Clymer’s Manual in hand. Thanks for subbing! -Tripp
If that bike has only 900 miles on it and the tires are not cracked or dry rotten, why would you need to change them? Great buy I wish that I could find 1000.00 sporty or most any Harley Davidson. Good luck!!
Long time Harley owner and wrencher here. I would say you got a good deal from what I can see. A Clymers repair manual is a great investment.The carburetor will definitely have to come off and be cleaned and rebuilt. Carb jets will need to be removed for cleaning passages, also after removing the air fuel mixture screw be sure to note how many turns out it is. Rule of thumb is 1 3/4 to 2 turns out from lightly seated all the way in. Float height will have to be set. Throttle and idle cables require some finesse to get them right. Be sure the throttle cable has about 1/8" of play, and snaps back when you turn it. Again, these tasks are all in a Clymers repair manual for your year and model of motorcycle. Oil and filter change, fuel tank cleaned, new spark plugs, battery replaced and my guess is she will fire right up! Marvels Mystery oil in the cylinder has worked for me in the past too. Soak those spark plugs with PB Blaster like you said before trying to remove them. If you run into any problems I will be glad to chat with you on the phone and help out.
I wonder if the very judicious use of a torch to warm up the area around the plug holes just a bit. Nothing excessive but a few days trying to get PB Blaster down on the plug threads and then with a fire extinguisher next to you heat around the plug holes and i think you stand a real good chance of removing the old plugs.
In the past guys would never properly lube and maintain the advance plate in iron engine sportsters. They would stick in full advance and eventually wind up burning a hole in the rear piston. The owner would pull off the head, see the hole and figure his engine was ruined. We used to buy these day in and day out for less than $1000. We would fit a new set of pistons, fix the advance plate and sell the bike for $3000 to $3500. Made enough money to buy my first pan head.
Its better than many I've seen at nearly three times what you've paid for this one. Most of things that you have pointed as being serious ill's are items easily fixed, including the carb, which are child's play compared to many ive had to pull and rebuild.
Excellent Deal!! I would do it all over again. I did exactly what you did but did not have the piston issue. Now she is running like a squealing HOG!! All new gaskets, o-rings, seals , fluids, plugs and filters. Also it had straight pipes so no torque. I installed Thunder Torque Inserts and wala I now have the power back
paul grogan Thanks much Paul! Yes, SaddleTramp is a great guy and is becoming a good friend. Glad you found me and hope to see you around often. -Tripp
Seems to be a great bike! I look forward to watching you work on it. Great thing about Sportsters, they are easy to work on. At 0:52, I have the same spots on my lower forks. I tried several things but to no success. However, I used steel wool on my chrome with (Limeaway/ cheap at dollar general) makes chrome look new, worked great. I fixed up a 1998 95th anniversary edition. Runs great and I love it.
@@trippontwowheels I sure did sub, thank you :). Recent things I've done to my Sporty, I rebuilt and rejetted the carb. I went from a 43 idle jet to 45 and a 170 pilot to a 180. I installed a Arlen Ness big sucker stage 1. Bike runs a lot better with great throttle response. I also installed the EZ adjust air/fuel mixture screw on carb. I highly recommend this, makes it easy to dial in the carb. Next, I plan to pack the bearings for the front and rear wheel. This bike has open bearings, so I plan to go with closed bearings. I may also wrap my pipes, but still thinking about it..lol.
That is a good deal. All the damage looks minimal. Ditch the windshield for now. Take the crash bar off and the sissy bar also. I like the solo saddle look. Maybe paint a better color. I’d fix it up should be a good bike not even broken in yet. Yes flush the tank and clean the carb. It’s a good short ride bike.
Dude, I love this bike, I can't wait to see what your do to it!... Take your time, it'll be bad ass!... Loose the shield and the backrest and the two up seat,.... For start!.... U got a new sub man cause I wanna see what you do with this!
the primary chain inspection widow gasket is a total HD moneymaker, iv'e had everything from a 76 to an 83 and now ride a 2005xlc and never changed the thing lol
When that can of fix it fuel doesn’t work, order a kit from CV Performance for the carburetor. It’s a great kit and will help that bike come alive and run much better.
Tripp On Two Wheels cv-performance.com/cvp-harley-carb-deluxe-tuners-kit That’s the one I’d get. Especially if you plan on changing the exhaust and air box. You’ll need to re jet the carb if you do. You dont have to buy a new air cleaner setup, just get a k&n filter and cut some holes in the back plate to let more air in. Do some googling and scan the forums and you’ll see some examples.
you should feel lucky that you got a 1200 Sportster in that kind of shape for $1k. If you really want to know how good a deal you got, start going to look at every sportster for sale for $2k and under. I'm not saying sportsters are a high dollar bike but when you get down to the under $2500 range, you really start finding out just how bad folks will let a bike get.
@@trippontwowheels I have an 06 electraglide i bought brand new the old girl just turned over 42000 miles the only thing i did to it was bigger cams and gear drive timing to get rid of the spring loaded plastic tensioners
I personly would have snapped up the bike in a HEART-BEAT BUT THEN AGAIN I'm an HD mech for many years. I do think it was a good deal even if you might rebuild the engine.
Thanks Rev! Things look pretty good so far, I don't think I'll need to rebuild anything but the carb. Thanks for your comment, hope you subscribe! --Tripp
Those OEM petcocks are garbage and a headache waiting to happen. The use vacuum to let the fuel flow. The diaphragm in there goes bad and will leak, or the vacuum line cracks and won’t let fuel flow, and then you’re sitting without a running bike. I’d change it out for a Pingle or other quality aftermarket petcock.then just cap off the vacuum line.
Tripp On Two Wheels They’re a little pricy so I’d only get that if you’re going to keep the bike for a while. They’re designed for high flow high horsepower needs. They’re the best you can buy but not necessarily worth it for everyone. A cheaper more traditional style works fine. Just make sure you get one with a reserve.
I got very lucky Sam. A friend had it sitting for years and just wanted to get rid of it. I was in the right place at the right time. Thanks for your comment, I hope you subscribe. -Tripp
You need a tc bros hard tail for your sporty I did that to my 96 1200 and put a 6 over motor iron Springer after market weld together oil tank good looking ride you got.you want to check that primary tension on blast and wd 40 is real team mates
If it was me I'd forget rebuilding that carb and just order a new one from Amazon replace it and go, And before any of the haters say that You can't get a quality carb from amazon don't know what they are talking about, I purchased one for my 2001 sportster and now it runs better than it ever has. And look at the price! www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07WTZ3LXZ/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o07_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
Ha! Might be a bit tough to chop with those rubber motor mounts. Think I may sell this one when it's done. Not sure yet though. Have a great weekend! -Tripp
@@trippontwowheels yeah. Broken left wrist/ego. Honestly lack of ABS probably screwed me as well as dumbass slamming on his brakes from 45-50 MPH. Space cushion saved me. These drivers need to figure out where they are going ahead of time or use GPS at a minimum instead of guessing/slamming on the brakes and saying "Oh thats where I need to go." Jackass came to a COMPLETE STOP. Back tire locked up and I let off and reapplied after slowly working my way right. I managed to not hit the vehicle, but couldn't keep the bike up.
It's still only worth 1,000$ even after all you have done. I mean it's just a junk ass girls bike. As for any bikers who would ride such, you probably sniff tricycle seat's!!!!
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I'd be all over that! It's better than the best you could hope for in a project bike.
Excellent. I’ve got a 2003 sitting in the garage I’m fighting with my brothers estate over. Hasn’t run in 8 years. Needs a carb rebuild & new ignition module plus all the other age related maintenance . I offered them $900 bucks as is. They see big money in it.
Still looks like a good deal to me. Really looking forward to the restoration vids.
Thanks for following along.
What’s up Tripp? Randy here! I ride a ‘97 1200 XLC...I would suggest you tear that carb down, check the float, and by ALL means change the carb and intake seals, don’t cost much, but if they are cracked they’ll suck air and you’ll think the carb is whacked! Of course you can spray carb cleaner while it’s running on the seals and listen for change in idle to determine a leak, I’d also bet with that low of mileage the air mixture screw is still factory set and has the plug covering it. You have to drill it out to gain access to the mixture screw! I rejetted my bike because I changed the air cleaner and pipes, factory jets would fart when throttling from an idle... good luck! Keep us posted!
randall mcwilliams Thanks man I really appreciate it. Taking things one step at a time here but already have a carb rebuild kit and a Clymer’s Manual in hand. Thanks for subbing! -Tripp
Tripp On Two Wheels
Always here if I can help! Cheers!
randall mcwilliams Many thanks brother.
If that bike has only 900 miles on it and the tires are not cracked or dry rotten, why would you need to change them? Great buy I wish that I could find 1000.00 sporty or most any Harley Davidson. Good luck!!
Long time Harley owner and wrencher here. I would say you got a good deal from what I can see. A Clymers repair manual is a great investment.The carburetor will definitely have to come off and be cleaned and rebuilt. Carb jets will need to be removed for cleaning passages, also after removing the air fuel mixture screw be sure to note how many turns out it is. Rule of thumb is 1 3/4 to 2 turns out from lightly seated all the way in. Float height will have to be set. Throttle and idle cables require some finesse to get them right. Be sure the throttle cable has about 1/8" of play, and snaps back when you turn it. Again, these tasks are all in a Clymers repair manual for your year and model of motorcycle. Oil and filter change, fuel tank cleaned, new spark plugs, battery replaced and my guess is she will fire right up! Marvels Mystery oil in the cylinder has worked for me in the past too. Soak those spark plugs with PB Blaster like you said before trying to remove them. If you run into any problems I will be glad to chat with you on the phone and help out.
Thanks much Roger! I really appreciate your offer. How can I get your phone number? Hope you’ve subscribed. -Tripp
I wonder if the very judicious use of a torch to warm up the area around the plug holes just a bit. Nothing excessive but a few days trying to get PB Blaster down on the plug threads and then with a fire extinguisher next to you heat around the plug holes and i think you stand a real good chance of removing the old plugs.
In the past guys would never properly lube and maintain the advance plate in iron engine sportsters. They would stick in full advance and eventually wind up burning a hole in the rear piston. The owner would pull off the head, see the hole and figure his engine was ruined. We used to buy these day in and day out for less than $1000. We would fit a new set of pistons, fix the advance plate and sell the bike for $3000 to $3500. Made enough money to buy my first pan head.
A little late but I’m looking forward to see you bring it back man, it’ll be a hell of journey with ya.
Thanks Luis! What’s new in your world?
Tripp On Two Wheels More of the same, thanks for asking. Good luck man, looking forward to the next one.
Luis H Always!
Its better than many I've seen at nearly three times what you've paid for this one. Most of things that you have pointed as being serious ill's are items easily fixed, including the carb, which are child's play compared to many ive had to pull and rebuild.
Turns out the video was also enjoyable to watch while cooking dinner! Thanks Tripp, keeping the monotony at bay.
At your service.
Wow! Great deal, You could part it out and make a good profit so there"s no risk at all. I have an 05 883 and I love it.
That’s not my intention but a safe backup plan for sure. Thanks for your comment Stephen, hope you subscribe. -Tripp
Excellent Deal!! I would do it all over again. I did exactly what you did but did not have the piston issue. Now she is running like a squealing HOG!! All new gaskets, o-rings, seals , fluids, plugs and filters. Also it had straight pipes so no torque. I installed Thunder Torque Inserts and wala I now have the power back
Bryan Hemedinger What year and model bike Bryan? You’ve got me curious. Thanks for your comment! -Tripp
I found a 1996 1200 Sportster that was totally neglected
Tripp On Two Wheels anyway to send you pictures?
Tripp On Two Wheels amazing resurrection
@@BryanHemedinger Yes. Send to theleastinterestingmanintheworld@yahoo.com
Hey there Trip....just found my way over from the tramp , now a follower👍. Best $1000 you ever spent Bruh☆☆☆☆☆
paul grogan Thanks much Paul! Yes, SaddleTramp is a great guy and is becoming a good friend. Glad you found me and hope to see you around often. -Tripp
Please keep us posted about the out come in the repairs.
I’ll definitely do that!
Very thorough I learned a lot.
Please consider subscribing to my channel. Every little bit helps and I'd really appreciate it. Ride safe and ride often! -Tripp
Looks like nice pick up, I just did the same with a 2000 Road King, ride safe
Thanks Bo! Hope you’ve subscribed. Tell me a little bit about your Road King?
Seems to be a great bike! I look forward to watching you work on it. Great thing about Sportsters, they are easy to work on. At 0:52, I have the same spots on my lower forks. I tried several things but to no success. However, I used steel wool on my chrome with (Limeaway/ cheap at dollar general) makes chrome look new, worked great. I fixed up a 1998 95th anniversary edition. Runs great and I love it.
Awesome Dawgs! I'd love to hear more about your Sporty. Hope you've subscribed. -Tripp
@@trippontwowheels I sure did sub, thank you :). Recent things I've done to my Sporty, I rebuilt and rejetted the carb. I went from a 43 idle jet to 45 and a 170 pilot to a 180. I installed a Arlen Ness big sucker stage 1. Bike runs a lot better with great throttle response. I also installed the EZ adjust air/fuel mixture screw on carb. I highly recommend this, makes it easy to dial in the carb. Next, I plan to pack the bearings for the front and rear wheel. This bike has open bearings, so I plan to go with closed bearings. I may also wrap my pipes, but still thinking about it..lol.
Dawgs241 Sounds like you’re building a winner!
That is a good deal. All the damage looks minimal. Ditch the windshield for now. Take the crash bar off and the sissy bar also. I like the solo saddle look. Maybe paint a better color. I’d fix it up should be a good bike not even broken in yet. Yes flush the tank and clean the carb. It’s a good short ride bike.
Agree totally. Sorry but I just found your comment. Thanks for it and I hope you subscribe Mike! -Tripp
Use bronze wool on chrome. Won't scratch the chrome like steel wool. FYI
Dude, I love this bike, I can't wait to see what your do to it!... Take your time, it'll be bad ass!... Loose the shield and the backrest and the two up seat,.... For start!.... U got a new sub man cause I wanna see what you do with this!
Thanks for subbing and welcome Michael. I appreciate your support!
$1000 for this is an insane good deal
I sure thought so. 🙂
The brake and clutch levers on my 2005 sporster are curled just like the one on your bike. I think that's the way it came.
HEY!!! MY levers looked JUST LIKE THAT😅
the primary chain inspection widow gasket is a total HD moneymaker, iv'e had everything from a 76 to an 83 and now ride a 2005xlc and never changed the thing lol
Nice to know! Thanks. Sorry I just found your comment today. -Tripp
When that can of fix it fuel doesn’t work, order a kit from CV Performance for the carburetor. It’s a great kit and will help that bike come alive and run much better.
Already have the OEM kit in hand. How much is the other? I can always return this one if needed.
Tripp On Two Wheels cv-performance.com/cvp-harley-carb-deluxe-tuners-kit
That’s the one I’d get. Especially if you plan on changing the exhaust and air box. You’ll need to re jet the carb if you do.
You dont have to buy a new air cleaner setup, just get a k&n filter and cut some holes in the back plate to let more air in.
Do some googling and scan the forums and you’ll see some examples.
Just found your channel thanks to saddle tramp’s shout out🤘🏻🤘🏻! Looking forward to this series!
I love that style roadster especially in Harley Racing Orange
What happened to this bike? I can’t find episode 5
I think that's a decent deal. Yeah your gonna have some sweat equity in it , but Your good man. fun project. itll be a great bike in the end.
Thanks for the nice comment Joe. I’m having fun so far. Hope you subscribe. -Tripp
Just 1,000 bucks? Wow. That would be 4-5000gbp in the uk.
you should feel lucky that you got a 1200 Sportster in that kind of shape for $1k. If you really want to know how good a deal you got, start going to look at every sportster for sale for $2k and under. I'm not saying sportsters are a high dollar bike but when you get down to the under $2500 range, you really start finding out just how bad folks will let a bike get.
I couldn’t agree with you more BBG. That’s why I jumped on her when I had the chance. Thanks for your comment, hope to see you around. -Tripp
Vance & hines straight shots slip ons!..... Get the sound correct for when it does it's first light off!
What a deal. Worth 3500 all day long
That was a steal for only $1K.
Shhhh! Don't tell any one! 😀 Hope you've subscribed. -Tripp
Are you fuckin kidding. That's a steal.
It's certainly turning out to be. Thanks Doug! Hope you subscribe. -Tripp
Awesome bike you definitly didnt go wrong
Thanks much brother and thanks for commenting. Hope you subscribe. -Tripp
@@trippontwowheels u got it man I was checking out your vids lol definitely have a new sub
Bastard Thanks much! What do you ride?
@@trippontwowheels I have an 06 electraglide i bought brand new the old girl just turned over 42000 miles the only thing i did to it was bigger cams and gear drive timing to get rid of the spring loaded plastic tensioners
Bastard Nice bike! Think you’ll keep her? 🙂
I personly would have snapped up the bike in a HEART-BEAT BUT THEN AGAIN I'm an HD mech for many years. I do think it was a good deal even if you might rebuild the engine.
Thanks Rev! Things look pretty good so far, I don't think I'll need to rebuild anything but the carb. Thanks for your comment, hope you subscribe! --Tripp
not to bad at all. I think you got a good deal.
Thanks Tex. I’m thinking it will turn out that way. Where you from?
@@trippontwowheels I am in north bay ontario canada. Saddle tramp sent me haha
He’s a good dude isn’t he? How’d you get the name Tex?
@@trippontwowheels I had a horse when I was young and a good friend always called me Tex haha
You traded the horse in on a bike I guess? :)
What do you ride Tex?
Wow that's a great bike for 1000$!!!!!
Thanks Michael! I think I may have gotten my money’s worth on this one.
Wow, $1000? That's awesome! If nothing else, you could flip it and sell it to a new rider for a few hundred bucks worth of profit.
Booker DeWitt That was my thinking exactly Booker. Thanks for your comment. Hope you subscribe. -Tripp
Those OEM petcocks are garbage and a headache waiting to happen. The use vacuum to let the fuel flow. The diaphragm in there goes bad and will leak, or the vacuum line cracks and won’t let fuel flow, and then you’re sitting without a running bike. I’d change it out for a Pingle or other quality aftermarket petcock.then just cap off the vacuum line.
Thanks, I’m checking out the Pringle petcocks now.
Tripp On Two Wheels They’re a little pricy so I’d only get that if you’re going to keep the bike for a while. They’re designed for high flow high horsepower needs. They’re the best you can buy but not necessarily worth it for everyone. A cheaper more traditional style works fine. Just make sure you get one with a reserve.
Tripp On Two Wheels Do you have a PO Box set up? I might have a manual laying around that I can send to you.
Hey how in the he'll you find that
I got very lucky Sam. A friend had it sitting for years and just wanted to get rid of it. I was in the right place at the right time. Thanks for your comment, I hope you subscribe. -Tripp
You need a tc bros hard tail for your sporty I did that to my 96 1200 and put a 6 over motor iron Springer after market weld together oil tank good looking ride you got.you want to check that primary tension on blast and wd 40 is real team mates
Appreciate the ideas William! Thanks for your support.
How many miles does the bike have?
991
1k for a HD, regardless, that's a homerun!
Yes Wes, the more I get into the bike, the better a deal it is seeming to become. Thanks for your comment, I hope you subscribe. -Tripp
Looks like a good buy sportysvare pretty basic two work on so you should be okay withbyoure bargaing buy
rust on chrome -- use crumbled up alum foil and wd40 to avoid iron/steel transfer to chrome and red rust
Right you are. I've used that technique and it works well. Steel wool is also great too. Thanks and hope you've subscribed! -Tripp
If it was me I'd forget rebuilding that carb and just order a new one from Amazon replace it and go, And before any of the haters say that You can't get a quality carb from amazon don't know what they are talking about, I purchased one for my 2001 sportster and now it runs better than it ever has. And look at the price! www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07WTZ3LXZ/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o07_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
SCORE!!!!
✌😎
chop it.
😀
Ha! Might be a bit tough to chop with those rubber motor mounts. Think I may sell this one when it's done. Not sure yet though. Have a great weekend! -Tripp
Man I need another bike after mine was totaled. Just saying
Sorry to hear that happened! How did it happen and were you okay?
@@trippontwowheels yeah. Broken left wrist/ego. Honestly lack of ABS probably screwed me as well as dumbass slamming on his brakes from 45-50 MPH. Space cushion saved me. These drivers need to figure out where they are going ahead of time or use GPS at a minimum instead of guessing/slamming on the brakes and saying "Oh thats where I need to go." Jackass came to a COMPLETE STOP. Back tire locked up and I let off and reapplied after slowly working my way right. I managed to not hit the vehicle, but couldn't keep the bike up.
That's what you call a stupid good deal.
@:11... So not a barn find. Lol
An old dusty wooden garage with a leaky roof find. Buried under a ton of crap. Close enough. :) -Tripp
Sweet 🏍🖖🏽👍🏼👍🏼👍🏼
Thanks Tom! Hope you subscribe. -Tripp
Is there a RUclips requirement to have obnoxious background music in videos?
You stole that bike at that price
It turns out I did. Putting a fair amount into it though. Thanks for your comment Mark, I hope you subscribe. -Tripp
What the hell are you complaining about you stole that bike. If you don’t like it sell it to me for your price you paid
Jim Seiberlich When did I once complain?
It's still only worth 1,000$ even after all you have done. I mean it's just a junk ass girls bike. As for any bikers who would ride such, you probably sniff tricycle seat's!!!!