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2000s Harley-Davidson Sportster 1200 Valuation Report

Date: September 2025

Historical Overview

The Harley-Davidson Sportster 1200 (XL1200 and its variants) was the bigger-capacity sibling to the 883 and became the preferred choice for UK riders wanting more torque and highway capability. Models through the 2000s included the 1200C Custom, 1200R Roadster, and anniversary editions. Values have firmed in recent years, with clean, low-mileage examples now sought after by collectors and riders alike.

UK Valuation Summary (by condition)

Condition	Estimated Value (GBP)	Example External Source (plain text)
Project / Restoration Non-running, high-mileage or cosmetically rough examples needing work.	£3,500 – £4,800	eBay UK — early-2000s XL1200 projects £3.5–4.5k (2024–25). Car & Classic — occasional tired 1200s under £5k.
Roadworthy / Presentable Running, MOT’d, tidy examples; may show age or mild customisation.	£5,200 – £7,200	H&H Classics — 2003 XL1200C sold £6,440 (Oct 2023). Car & Classic adverts — 2004–2008 Sportsters commonly £5.5–7k.
Restored / Excellent Low-mileage, original or fully refreshed examples; anniversary/limited trims at a premium.	£7,500 – £9,500	Bonhams Stafford — 2002 XL1200R sold £8,970 (Apr 2024). Dealer listings 2025 — top restored examples up to £9.5k.

Notes: The 1200 commands stronger values than the 883, with the Roadster (1200R) and clean anniversary editions fetching the highest prices. Customised examples typically sit mid-band unless original parts are included. Early carburettor models and documented low-milers are particularly attractive to collectors.

Value Influencing Factors

Variant: 1200R Roadster and anniversary models achieve higher values.
Originality: Stock exhausts, paint and trim raise appeal; chopped frames reduce it.
Mileage: Bikes under ~15k miles outperform heavily used examples.
Documentation: Service history, V5C, and MOT trail increase buyer confidence.
Market timing: Spring and autumn classic auctions (e.g. Stafford) set price benchmarks.

Conclusion

As of September 2025, UK 2000s Harley-Davidson Sportster 1200 values typically run at £3.5–4.8k for projects, £5.2–7.2k for roadworthy riders, and £7.5–9.5k for restored or excellent low-mileage examples. Collector interest is steadily rising, especially for original, unmodified Roadsters and anniversary editions.

Sources (plain text):
eBay UK — early-2000s XL1200s sold in the £3.5–4.5k band (2024–25).
Car & Classic — mid-2000s Sportster 1200 listings £5.5–7k.
H&H Classics — 2003 Harley-Davidson XL1200C sold £6,440 (Oct 2023).
Bonhams Stafford — 2002 XL1200R sold £8,970 (Apr 2024).
Dealer listings — UK asks up to £9.5k for excellent restored/low-mile examples (2025).

All Valuations