I started on the XLH 883, put 2000 miles on it in less than 2 months. Moved up to the 1200 Custom. I test drove the 1200 and a Super Glide. I liked both. My pocket book limited me to the 1200C but compared to 883 the 1200 next to no vibration, quieter, more power, and bigger gas tank. I´m loving this bike, drive it to work every day and make short hiway runs in the late evening.