1976 Harley-Davidson Sportster 1000
Current bid $950
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| Year | 1976 |
|---|---|
| Model | Sportster 1000 |
| Series | Cruiser |
| VIN | 4A12376H5 |
| Mileage | 8 miles |
| Colour (as listed by seller) | Black |
| Transmission | Not recorded |
| Seller | kaplancycles |
| Listed by | eBay |
| Location | Vernon-Rockville, Connecticut |
| Notes | AUCTION |
About this bike
For sale on eBay: a 1976 Harley-Davidson Sportster 1000 (Cruiser), Black, in Vernon-Rockville, Connecticut. Watch Video Video will open in a new window Using the eBay App? Current bid $950 on eBay.
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Listing details from the bike's own eBay listing: Year: 1976; Make: Harley-Davidson; Model: Sportster 1000; Mileage: 8 miles; Engine: 1,000 cc; Type: Cruiser; Color: Black. Watch Video Video will open in a new window Using the eBay App? Paste link into a browser window: [isdntekvideo] 1975 HARLEY-DAVIDSON SPORTSTER XLH IRONHEAD 50-YEAR-OLD AMERICAN CLASSIC COMPLETE RESTORATION PROJECT – KICK START – CUSTOM EXHAUST! 1976 HARLEY-DAVIDSON IRONHEAD SPORTSTER – THE PERFECT WINTER RESTORATION PROJECT! SOLD AS IS! DOES NOT RUN / NO TITLE / ASK ABOUT OUR TITLE PROGRAM 50 YEARS OF AMERICAN MOTORCYCLE HISTORY! Check out this classic 1976 Harley-Davidson Ironhead Sportster! If you're a fan of old-school American iron, you already know why these legendary machines have such a loyal following. The unmistakable sound, mechanical simplicity, vintage styling, and raw character of an Ironhead Sportster make it one of Harley-Davidson's most iconic motorcycles. Here at Kaplan Cycles and the New England Motorcycle Museum, WE LOVE IRONHEADS! In fact, the Ironhead engine is so iconic that it's featured in our museum's company logo! We currently have approximately seven Ironhead Sportsters awaiting restoration, and with hundreds of motorcycles in our restoration pipeline, we've decided to offer a few of these classics to fellow enthusiasts who want to bring them back to life. This 1976 Sportster is a complete, rolling restoration project with tremendous potential. Our original plan was to perform a full frame-off restoration, powder-coat the frame, vapor-hone and polish the engine, restore all the original components, and bring this classic Harley back to its former glory. Unfortunately, we simply have too many motorcycles awaiting restoration, so we're offering this one AS-IS, A PROJECT BIKE FOR PARTS OR RESTORATION. THE LEGENDARY HARLEY-DAVIDSON IRONHEAD The Ironhead Sportster is one of the most recognizable motorcycles in Harley-Davidson history. Introduced in 1957, the Ironhead Sportster earned its reputation as a tough, powerful, no-nonsense American V-twin. These motorcycles were the hot rods of their generation and remain highly desirable among vintage Harley enthusiasts, custom builders, and collectors. The 1975 model is especially interesting because it features the left-side gearshift configuration, introduced in 1975, along with the classic kick-start, air-cooled, 1,000cc Ironhead V-twin. With its compact chassis, peanut-style fuel tank, exposed engine, and unmistakable vintage Harley styling, this motorcycle is an excellent foundation for a period-correct restoration, old-school chopper, bobber, or custom build. MECHANICAL CONDITION This motorcycle has been sitting and will require a comprehensive mechanical inspection, servicing, and recommissioning before being returned to the road. The good news is that THE ENGINE KICKS OVER AND THE TRANSMISSION SHIFTS IN AND OUT OF GEAR! That's an important starting point for any vintage motorcycle restoration. The engine appears externally intact, with no obvious physical damage to the cases or major engine components. The motorcycle appears substantially complete, including the engine, transmission, chassis, controls, suspension, wheels, fuel tank, oil tank, and other major components. Mechanical observations: Engine kicks over and is not seized. Transmission shifts in and out of gear. Engine cases appear to be in good physical condition. No obvious external damage to major engine components. Screamin' Eagle air cleaner installed. Custom Python exhaust pipes installed. Complete mid-control assembly present. Factory-style highway peg mounting assembly with footpegs. Original-style oil tank intact. Rear shocks and swingarm intact. Front forks appear straight. Triple clamps appear clean and undamaged. Motorcycle is substantially complete and rolls as a restoration project. IMPORTANT: This motorcycle is not currently running. We have not performed a complete mechanical inspection or attempted to recommission it. Engine compression, internal mechanical condition, electrical operation, braking systems, and roadworthiness have not been verified. It should be considered a complete restoration project requiring both cosmetic and mechanical work. ORIGINAL COMPONENTS & DESIRABLE FEATURES One of the biggest advantages of this Sportster is how many of the important components are still present. Highlights include: Original-style peanut fuel tank Classic buckhorn handlebars 21-inch front wheel Drilled front disc brake rotor Straight-appearing front forks Clean triple clamps Vintage headlight visor Good-condition headlight bucket Restorable gauge assembly Intact handlebar risers Screamin' Eagle air cleaner Python exhaust system Complete mid-mounted foot controls Highway pegs and mounting assembly Oil tank intact Original-style rear suspension Complete swingarm assembly Classic Harley-Davidson Sportster chassis The speedometer currently displays just 8 miles, but we do not believe that represents the motorcycle's actual mileage. It was likely replaced at some point, and actual mileage is unknown. COSMETIC CONDITION – A BLANK CANVAS FOR RESTORATION! Now, let's talk about the paint job! Somewhere along the way, a previous owner decided that black, purple, and blue paint, along with some unusual custom artwork, would be a good look for this classic Harley. We'll just say that his artistic vision was a little different from ours! The motorcycle has been painted extensively, including numerous components that would ordinarily be left in their original finishes. Our plan was to strip the motorcycle completely, powder-coat the frame, refinish the fuel tank, restore the cycle parts, vapor-hone the engine, polish the aluminum components, and bring this iconic Sportster back to its original glory. This motorcycle CAN GET A COMPLETE COSMETIC RESTORATION, OR RIDE IT AS IS! but for the right enthusiast, that's part of the fun. Strip it down, clean it up, rebuild what needs attention, and create the Ironhead Sportster you've always wanted. Whether your vision is a factory-style restoration, period-correct '70s custom, traditional bobber, or vintage chopper,
What the photos show
- Rough project Sportster photographed outdoors, in black / dark purple with a peeling tank graphic.
- Heavy overspray and peeling paint in black, blue and silver cover the frame, engine, fenders and controls.
- Iron V-twin and cases are dull and flaking, with surface rust and grime in close-ups; Screamin' Eagle air-cleaner cover is fitted.
- Spoked wheels with a front disc and rear drum; tyres show tread but age can't be judged from photos.
- Black stepped seat looks intact, while both gauge faces are clouded / crazed and warning lenses are faded, so no reliable mileage can be read.
- Exposed wiring and weathered switchgear are visible around the bars and headstock.
- Can't judge whether it starts, runs, charges or shifts, or the underside or title, from photos alone.
Money: $950 asking buys a rough, oversprayed Sportster project as photographed; budget for full recommissioning and verify engine freedom, electrics and title before bidding.
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