on my 883 Low.
After putting on the passing lights, speedo/tach and windscreen I thought
it would look better with the wide tank. The standard tank just looked too
narrow. Any opinions.
I ordered the Custom 4.5 tank with the chrome console.
Here is how it looks with the standard tank.
Thanks
Ron

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Next time, put a space or hit enter between each picture. ;)

I think you are right, though. A bigger tank would look awesome. Maybe even a
lowrider dash to move both the gauges onto the tank, even.

Hey, that's a great looking bike, and will look awesome with the Custom tank. Where did you get the spot lights in the front? Are they HD, or aftermarket?

I have always loved the peanut tanks..be interesting to see a direct comparison on yours.

I have always loved the peanut tanks..be interesting to see a direct comparison on yours.

When the Custom tank comes in and I install it, I'll take pictures and post.
Thanks
JE

Hey, that's a great looking bike, and will look awesome with the Custom tank. Where did you get the spot lights in the front? Are they HD, or aftermarket?

They are HD's. I also chromed the main light to match the passing lights.
They are so bright, even in the daytime, that you can't look at the front when all are on.
Thanks
JE

I just put a fatboy 2 in stretched tank on my 98 883 with the
3 light dash and I love the look and extra gas miles. Take a look
aty left. This is my current ride

JE did you instal the lights yourself? If so where they a pain in the bum to fit?

Also how do you find the pegs? Is there significantly more vibration than the stock ones?

Pretty sweet Jagged. I've been comtemplating going to the 4.5 gal tank as well. You also have to change the seat to one that fits an xl883C, and I just haven't shopped around to choose a seat yet.
Look forward to seeing pics when you get the tank on.

Bike looks fantastic...........when you put on the wider tank, you will note a slight weight distribution change in cornering. Gas weighs about 8 lbs per gallon.But I think you'll be happy with the end result. :tour

looks good. but the bigger tank will make it look better. from that front view can't even see the tank. i have a drag specialties fat bob style tank and a few people have told me that the bigger tank really makes the bike. it does look good. i never really liked those penut tanks. looks to small for the bike i think.

Mikeli,

I like the look of the tank on your bike. What sort is it?

JE did you instal the lights yourself? If so where they a pain in the bum to fit?

Also how do you find the pegs? Is there significantly more vibration than the stock ones?

Yes, I did install the lights myself.I saved about $250 to 300 doing it myself.
It wasn't hard just time consuming.
As for the pegs– I have a rubber mounted '05, so I haven't noticed any increase in vibration

Mikeli,

I like the look of the tank on your bike. What sort is it?

In the photo the tank is the standard peanut tank. I just received the new
XL Custom 4.5 tank, which I will be installing this week. I'll take photos
and post them.
JE

Just installed the tank and quickly took these before it got too dark.
It doesn't look like a 883 Low anymore.
I'll post better photos tomorrow.
JE

I am seriously considering that same light treatment, how much are they getting for that setup? I do not wanna do the fairing though.

I am seriously considering that same light treatment, how much are they getting for that setup? I do not wanna do the fairing though.

About $550.00, including chrome headlight body with trim ring. I installed it myself.
JE

How's that smaller seat. Doesn't look as comfy.

Could you post a nice side view like the one up top. I'd like to see the difference side by side. Thanks

How's that smaller seat. Doesn't look as comfy.

Could you post a nice side view like the one up top. I'd like to see the difference side by side. Thanks

What??? The new seat is much, much bigger (wider & thicker) and so far it seems a lot more comfortable.
JE

Which model is it? I just noticed it in the second pic. :headbang

Which model is it? I just noticed it in the second pic. :headbang

It's the solo reach seat.
I may one day go for a better after market seat but that will have to wait.
JE

Here are better photos. I love the new tank and seat... it looks fantastic to me. It has changed the whole look of the '05 XL883 Low.
JE

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Wow, what a difference. I like it. Does it feel different when you ride? I mean the center of gravity has to be lower.

Very classy! Nice job!

that looks much better. that tank fills in the bike more and looks great. nice job.

Looks great, now it is time to lose the reflectors on the fork legs and it will be perfect.

Looks great, now it is time to lose the reflectors on the fork legs and it will be perfect.

I am into being seen. What can I say I even wear a helmet even though I
get ribbed about it.
JE

Wow, what a difference. I like it. Does it feel different when you ride? I mean the center of gravity has to be lower.

I filled the tank and went for a ride. It really doesn't feel that much different.
JE

I filled the tank and went for a ride. It really doesn't feel that much different.
JE


It will when you pass 150 miles and still have another 100 to go before you need to fill up! :laugh :D

Mikeli,

I like the look of the tank on your bike. What sort is it?
3.5 gallon sport bob tank. i will find it and send you a link to it.

Mikeli,

I like the look of the tank on your bike. What sort is it?ok here is the link to the tank. i am 90% sure this is the tank. i bought the bike with the tank like that. they sell a 3 gallon also but i know that's not it because the bottom does not have the same curve this one does and mine has that curve. i'm sure other people sell the same tank but this is wear i found it:

Harley davidson Sportster Streched 1 piece bobbed tank 3.5 Gallon with locking aircraft style gas cap:
http://www.tejasthumpcycles.com/Parts/partsfrm.htm

http://www.tejasthumpcycles.com/Parts/tanks/ezbobxls/38-0034.JPG

Looks great Jagged. Was the tank a pretty straight forward install? Where did you buy it?

I have a similar topic, so I hope I am posting in the right place, I am working on a 2001 sporty 1200, I am replacing the stock tank, with a new stock tank, (original had some damage) I find that the older tanks up to 94 are cheaper, whats the difference between the 94 and say the 95 tanks?
Any help would be great.
Thanks

Looks great Jagged. Was the tank a pretty straight forward install? Where did you buy it?

Yes, it's a easy install. You will need a longer vac line going from the tank valve to the carb which the Harley parts people can provided. I had the service people install the tank valve from the old tank which cost $18. to install. It's a Harley 1200 Custom tank, so I bought it all from Harley.
JE

I still think you are missing a critical part on those bars. :rolllaugh

2005 XL1200 Roadster
I'm wanting to replace my stock peanut tank to the new 4.5 teardrop tank. Where the heck do you find one (besides the dealer)? I'm having a heck of a time finding one---even used! Anybody that has one for sale - please let me know!!!!!!

2005 XL1200 Roadster
I'm wanting to replace my stock peanut tank to the new 4.5 teardrop tank. Where the heck do you find one (besides the dealer)? I'm having a heck of a time finding one---even used! Anybody that has one for sale - please let me know!!!!!!

Try contacting this guy: 4.5 Gal Tank (http://www.xlforum.net/modules.php?name=Classified&file=viewad&id=319)