1965 Harley-Davidson Sportster

Description

For Sale is a custom/ original 1965 XLH Sportster chopper
Original 900cc Ironhead engine w/ 4 spd trans
This is a
NO RESERVE
auction
This is a  nice example of a custom XLH 900 Sportster
unknown original miles
Original numbers matching ironhead motor/ w/ original frame. neck and backbone are uncut and original. Motor is kick start only
Engine is original 1965 w/ matching cases. cases have no visible damage or repairs.
Bike Has good compression. w/ newly rebuilt topend/ heads +0.005
Bike has not been on the road since the late 90s. Custom +6" over Durfee girder front end, prism tank and lots of vintage chrome
NEW/ OE/ AFTERMARKET PARTS
+6" over length chrome durfee girder drum brake front end w/ OEM Harley speedometer
"coffin" fuel tank
40 spoke 16"  Chrome rear wheel w/ drum brake( comes with linkage rod)
40 Spoke 18" chrome front wheel w/ OEM Drum brake
OEM mid foot controls -NOS chrome foot peg mounts and rear brake pedal
Custom Leather king/ queen seat- made in Detroit
OEM Chrome kidney style oil tank
Chrome "T" style  handlebars w/ 6" panhead style risers
Chrome slash cut drag exhaust
OEM primary cover
Chrome touring shocks
OEM cam cover w/ newly rebuilt distributor
OEM Tillotson HD1 carb
OEM generator(needs rebuilt)
New clutch
Very nice example of a custom/ original chopper XLH setup. Isn't perfect , but a very nice custom/ restoration/ driver.
All paint is in decent condition, paint/
engine/ trim detailing has some scratches/ light surface corrosion and chips in finish from age and sitting.(see pics)
Front/ Rear tire are in good useable condition
Rear tire is an original Goodyear
front brakes are in good working order. rear brakes need linkage rod installed and drum cover clocked, fastened
Bike needs wired, tuned-up, headlight, intake clamps, oil lines, fuel lines and finished
Engine has the original cylinders and heads
Bike has a clean/ clear numbers matching 1965 title
Buyer responsible for all shipping costs. Bike is located in Eagle, MI zip 48822. Local pickup offered.
Feel free to ask any questions before bidding. Refer to pictures for additional details/ information.
Bike is available for inspection. I can provide a contact number for those parties interested.
I reserve the right to cancel any bid due to lack of feedback or otherwise.
Thank you, and GOOD LUCK