1983 Harley Davidson XR1000 Sportster Motorcycle
VIN: 1HD1CDH22DY122454
Model: XR1000 Sportster
Odometer Reading: 00,542.7
This 1983 Harley Davidson XR1000 Sportster Motorcycle is a member of the Dennis Fode Collection of bikes selling NO RESERVE on July 12, 2025 at the 13th Annual Montana Classic Car Auction!
Dennis Fode, living in Anchorage, Alaska, was an avid motorcycle rider and collector. In addition to the 2-wheeled variety, Dennis was also known to find and bring home classic and collector Plymouths as well! As the original owner on many of these bikes, Dennis rode and enjoyed them over the years, many very sparingly. When father time began to gain on Dennis in the early 2000’s the bikes were parked and stored with the majority of them stored in climate controlled facilities, important for the Alaska climate. A few of the bikes even resided in his house!
Following Dennis’ passing, the bikes were brought out of their slumber in 2024 and 2025 and brought to Montana where he had family. The bikes were assessed, prepped and started to prepare them to present at auction. Please note: While the cold start videos indicate the running condition of the bikes, following long term storage they will need additional attention to optimize their mechanical and riding condition.
DESCRIPTIONS:
PAINT: Factory, black, pinstripes, Harley-Davidson emblems and decals, fair condition overall
Frame and Suspension: Factory, tubular steel double-cradle with double-side rear swing arm and twin shocks, black, conventional front telescopic fork, 59.3-inch wheelbase, dry weight 503#, good condition
Tank: Factory, 2.5 US-gallon capacity, factory black paint and pinstripe, HD logos and XR1000 decal, good condition
Engine: Factory, 1000 cc (aka 998 cc), 60.8 ci, OHV, all alloy, 2-cylinder, 4-stroke, air cooled, electric start, two (2) 36mm Dell’Ortos pumper carbs, original K&N filters, XR heads, electronic ignition, “Q” cams, specs 9.0:1 compression ratio, factory rated @ 70 hp, dry sump lubrication, specs 12.8-second ¼ mile, top speed 115 mph, 0-60 mph in 4.9 sec, appears complete, good operating condition
Transmission: Factory, 4-speed, triplex chain drive, wet multiple-plate clutch, operating condition
Wheels/Tires: Factory aluminum 9-spoked with red trim stripe, very good condition, originally Dunlop Sport Elite, front 100 90V19, rear 130 90V16, very good condition
Rear fender, Front fender: Factory, steel, painted with pinstripe, very good condition
Brakes: Factory, dual front disc, 292 mm (11.5-inch), rear single disc, 292 mm (11.5-inch), complete and in very good condition
Exhaust: Factory, dual, black, good to very good condition
Seat: Factory, black leather, one-up, good to very good condition.
Bars, Gauges, Controls: Factory 32-inch wide bars, black grips, factory 120 mph speedo and 8-grand tachometer, warning lights for gen, oil, high-beam indicator, factory controls
Lamps, Other: Factory headlamp and front signals, tail lamps, rear signal lamps, factory dual black chrome mirrors, front and rear foot pegs, “push-button” turn signals
OVERALL CONDITION: Good to very good
Production Notes: Model manufactured from 1983-84. Production reports vary slightly, most say n = 1,700 model total. One auction house describes the model…..“Today one of Harley-Davidson’s most sought-after post-war motorcycles.” Design credited to Dick O’Brien of the (HD) Racing Department.
Comments: Appears all original, nice example of rare low mile bike. Part of collection of rare and special interest bikes, parked indoors, same ownership for many years.
The Vehicle has been consigned to the 13th Annual Montana Classic Car Auction, hosted by the Classic Car Auction Group. The auction is Saturday July 12th, 2025 at the Expo Center in Metra Park. To consign your car and/or to register to bid on this and other cars in the auction go to http://www.classiccarauction.us.
