For OC Bob

[OCBob]

If that sporty was inspired by the XR750 (or the XR1000) t would have more than a paint scheme Hell the exaust is even on the wrong side :marchmellow:

They also had an intake on the rear of each head I believe. But still, you gotta love a 90hp Sporty right out of the factory.

 

[includemeout]

They also had an intake on the rear of each head I believe. But still, you gotta love a 90hp Sporty right out of the factory.

Yes they did (twin Delardo's) some went with Makuni's 90 hp is ok , about that of a stock XR 750 way back when, in race form the easily exceeded 125 rwhp on the iron head models, the alloy models lots more:rock:

The 90 hp is most likely a gain due to Cu. In. increase and the FI keeping it leaned out, but, yes they are fun

Truett and Osborn built a everyday rider from an 883 in the late 70's ( 98 in)
the owner rode to Bonneville and set 2 world records 198mph (stock frame Mod. Production class) then installed a mini fairing , jetted for alcohol and set the second record at 202mph. Then rode it home ( brought tires tied to the packer bar)

 

[Black1]

Holy FILTERS, batman!

 

[Begood]

I wanted to buy an XR1000 way back when they were new, but they were way more money than I could come up with.

Bill.

 

[includemeout]

I wanted to buy an XR1000 way back when they were new, but they were way more money than I could come up with.

Bill.

I put a down on one and cancelled, just like the Big bikes better( sportsters are a bit crampted when you are 6'4" and trying to haul wifey around

They are a blast though, you can use them for Dual Sports riding Ya Hooo

They also won lots of races in the Battle of the Twins against Honda and others.

No company has been able to make a better flat track bike than the XR750 Period.