Sportster® Customization

Anyone after the gut-rumbling power of a sportbike with the classic style of an American icon will find a home saddled on a Harley-Davidson® Sportster®. With sturdy frames and advanced performance technology, these bikes offer up handling and control beyond what you’re used to from a Harley.

Here at Starved Rock Harley-Davidson®, we’re more than just a dealer — we’re Harley riders too! We know a big part of any healthy Harley lifestyle is a love for customization, and the iconic Sportster is thirsty for upgrades. Read on for some ideas on how to tune your Sportster to your individual tastes, and when you’re ready head into our location in Little Rock, Arkansas for a look at the best new and used Harley Sportsters around.

Performance Upgrades

If you’re after great parts that’ll kick your bike’s performance to the next level, check out Screamin’ Eagle®, the official provider of genuine Harley-Davidson aftermarket accessories and upgrade kits. They make some great parts, like the Buckshot Exhaust, which comes in nickel, chrome, and flat black in several styles. Their Heavy Breather Performance Air Cleaner Kit has a forward-facing exposed element that offers improved performance and air flow. If you’re really trying to hew performance out of your bike, try a big bore cylinder upgrade kit to boost torque and horsepower. Drop your Sportster to the ground with the Two-Up Profile® Low Rear Shock Kit, or try a Premium Ride Single Cartridge Fork Kit to keep the low-profile look while keeping to the highest standards for performance.

Upgrades For Size

Not having the right fit can make an otherwise great motorcycle relatively unuseable, which is why there are plenty of options to adjust your Sportster for your individual body shape and size. Taller riders can experience strain in the knees and neck from hunching over. For taller riders, there’s the Tallboy® seat that allows for plenty of extra arm and leg movement for the long of limb. Hook up some Tallboy Handlebars for near-perfect posture for the tall and large. Then plug in some foot peg extenders to stretch into a relaxing position!

Riders who have trouble reaching all the controls effectively can get closer with a Super Reduced Reach® forward position seat. They’re made for riders with shorter inseam so they can have better access to controls and bring the legs an inch or so closer together for a firm idle rest with feet on the ground. Reach Handlebars round things off so you have absolute control of your Sportster!

Upgraded Style

Harley-Davidson believes in the expression of individuals, and no voice is louder than that of a Harley air-cooled engine! One of the best aspects of Harley ownership is the freedom to customize your bike how you want to. If that means a rough mix of different styles of accessories, then be our guests. But if you’re after a certain look, that classic style or modern edge, then there are plenty of options for you. For a stripped-down chopper look, throw on some ape hanger handlebars. If you’re more of a cruiser person, go for the Sportster Clubman Handlebars.

Still looking for something to balance out your riding reach? Then check out the Signature Series Solo Seat with backrest and ergonomic shape. It will give you a comfier ride with a classic cruiser posture to go along with it.

Wheels can make a big impact on your bike’s style, so you can make some slight changes here that will make a big impact on overall style. Some Fat X 5-Spoke wheels will give you a chrome chopper look, while a Solid Fat Boy® Rear Wheel heaps on that industrial feel.

A subtle accent can make a big difference, and specialized gas tanks can be just the light touch you’ve been after. A larger tank might be great if you don’t like stopping for gas, but smaller tanks are lighter and great for getting every ounce of speed out of your bike. Tanks often have decals that accent the overall look of a motorcycle, whether it be the Harley-Davidson name or a custom image that speaks to you.

Customized accessories and upgrades can take your Sportster® from factory standard to a statement of individuality. If putting those final personalizing touches on a new bike appeals to you, head into Starved Rock Harley-Davidson® in Little Rock, Arkansas where our team of knowledgeable and courteous professionals are ready to answer any questions and help you find the accessories and upgrades you need for your Sportster®. We’re also proud to serve Benton and Hot Springs, Arkansas, so come by today!