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====== 1957 Sportster ====== | ====== 1957 Sportster ====== | ||
- | ===== Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) ===== | ||
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- | * The serial number is stamped on the left side of the engine case. The first 5 or 6 digits represent the year and model ((HD Parts Catalog XLH/XLCH-1000 #(99451-78) )) | ||
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The Sportster XL was introduced as “a modern, up-to-date power plant.” {{ http://www.motorcycleclassics.com/~/media/Images/MCC/Editorial/Articles/Magazine Articles/2011/05-01/1957 Harley-Davidson Sportster XL/Sportster-1.jpg?direct&150}} | The Sportster XL was introduced as “a modern, up-to-date power plant.” {{ http://www.motorcycleclassics.com/~/media/Images/MCC/Editorial/Articles/Magazine Articles/2011/05-01/1957 Harley-Davidson Sportster XL/Sportster-1.jpg?direct&150}} | ||
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Original Price: $1103 | Original Price: $1103 | ||
+ | ====== Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) ====== | ||
+ | There was no frame identification on 1957-1969 model Sportsters. \\ | ||
+ | The only numbers for identification were on the engine case. \\ | ||
+ | * For 1957-1961 models, the engine serial number is stamped on the left side of the engine case between the two cylinders. \\ First 4 or 5 digits are the year and bike model followed by a series of 4 or 5 numbers that established the individual serial number for each bike. \\ | ||
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+ | [[sportster_history:99xx-01a|Click Here]] for more information on serial numbers and VINs in the Sportsterpedia. \\ | ||
===== Specifications ===== | ===== Specifications ===== | ||
- | {{ :sportster_history:1957-sportster-engine.jpg?200}} | + | {{ sportster_history:1957_xl883_illust_engine.jpg?200}} |
* Model Designation: XL | * Model Designation: XL | ||
==== Engine ==== | ==== Engine ==== | ||
* Engine type: 4 cycle Overhead Valves, 45 degree V2 ((Harley-Davidson 1957 - 1969 Service Manual)) | * Engine type: 4 cycle Overhead Valves, 45 degree V2 ((Harley-Davidson 1957 - 1969 Service Manual)) | ||
+ | * Kick start only ((1957-1969 HD FSM pg 4A-3)) | ||
* Displacement: 55 ci / 883 cc (900 cc advertised) ((1957-1969 HD FSM pg 1A-3)) | * Displacement: 55 ci / 883 cc (900 cc advertised) ((1957-1969 HD FSM pg 1A-3)) | ||
* Compression: 7.5:1 ((1957-1969 HD FSM pg 1A-3)) | * Compression: 7.5:1 ((1957-1969 HD FSM pg 1A-3)) | ||
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* MPG: 50mpg (est.)((http://www.motorcycleclassics.com/classic-american-motorcycles/1957-harley-davidson-sportster.aspx)) | * MPG: 50mpg (est.)((http://www.motorcycleclassics.com/classic-american-motorcycles/1957-harley-davidson-sportster.aspx)) | ||
+ | ==== Clutch ==== | ||
+ | * Multi-Disc dry clutch-pack with alternate steel and fiber friction plates.((1957-1969 HD FSM pg 4A-3)) | ||
==== Dimensions ==== | ==== Dimensions ==== | ||
* Weight: 495 lb / 225 kg((http://www.motorcycleclassics.com/classic-american-motorcycles/1957-harley-davidson-sportster.aspx)) | * Weight: 495 lb / 225 kg((http://www.motorcycleclassics.com/classic-american-motorcycles/1957-harley-davidson-sportster.aspx)) | ||
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===== Colors ===== | ===== Colors ===== | ||
- | * Pepper Red / Black Tank Panels((http://xlforum.net/vbportal/forums/showpost.php?p=696133&postcount=6)) | + | * Pepper Red / Black Tank Panels((http://xlforum.net/forums/showpost/php?p=696133&postcount=6)) |
- | * Skyline Blue / Birch White Tank Panels((http://xlforum.net/vbportal/forums/showpost.php?p=696133&postcount=6)) | + | * Skyline Blue / Birch White Tank Panels((http://xlforum.net/forums/showpost/php?p=696133&postcount=6)) |
- | * Birch White / Black Tank Panels(( http://xlforum.net/vbportal/forums/showpost.php?p=696133&postcount=6)) | + | * Birch White / Black Tank Panels((http://xlforum.net/forums/showpost/php?p=696133&postcount=6)) |
- | * Black / Pepper Red Tank Panels(( http://xlforum.net/vbportal/forums/showpost.php?p=696133&postcount=6)) | + | * Black / Pepper Red Tank Panels((http://xlforum.net/forums/showpost/php?p=696133&postcount=6)) |
===== External Links ===== | ===== External Links ===== | ||
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[[http://www.harleykmodel.com/literature/spare-parts-catalogs/documents/99451-57/99451-57.pdf|1957 Parts Manual]](( http://www.harleykmodel.com/literature/spare-parts-catalogs/documents/99451-57/99451-57.pdf)) | [[http://www.harleykmodel.com/literature/spare-parts-catalogs/documents/99451-57/99451-57.pdf|1957 Parts Manual]](( http://www.harleykmodel.com/literature/spare-parts-catalogs/documents/99451-57/99451-57.pdf)) | ||
- | Back to [[:sportster_history:start|Sportster History Index]] | + | Back to [[sportster_history:99xx-01|Sportster History Index]] |
- | The Sportster XL was introduced as “a modern, up-to-date power plant” and weighing in at 2) | + | |
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- | 55cid 7.5:1 Compression, hemi-spherical style heads, 90 degree valve angle, OHV V-twin, 4 cams 4)5) | + | |
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- | 48 ft-lbs of torque at 3600 RPMs. | + | |
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- | 1-11/16“ Dia. intake valves 6) | + | |
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- | 3”x3.8“ bore and stroke | + | |
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- | Piston Displacement (883cc) 53.9 cu. in. | + | |
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- | Kickstart only | + | |
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- | 18” wheels standard | + | |
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- | Speedometer designed into the sheet metal of the fork shroud. | + | |
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- | Telescoping front forks | + | |
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- | Fuel tank capacity 4.4 gallons. | + | |
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- | Oil tank (3 quarts) located under the seat on the right side using a recirculating oiling system | + | |
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- | Two brush generator w two-unit voltage regulator powering a six volt system | + | |
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- | Coil-over shocks | + | |
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- | 'Jubilee' trumpet horn mounted on the right side of the engine, power pack on the left side | + | |
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- | Paint color, 'HD 100' enamel | + | |
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- | Standard solo seat | + | |
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- | Options included | + | |
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- | Windshield | + | |
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- | Saddlebags | + | |
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- | Dual seat | + | |
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- | Front drum brakes (operated by a lever on the left handlebar) | + | |
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- | Rear drum brakes (operated by a foot pedal on the left side) | + | |
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- | Rear swingarm with Timken bearings at pivots. | + | |
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- | Short-barrel Linkert Carburetor | + | |
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- | Engine ID numbers on a pad located on the left side between the cylinders | + | |
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- | Straight retained bearings on gear shaft | + | |
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- | Roller valve lifters were called (High Speed Racing Tappets) | + | |
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- | Spark plugs were air cooled and could be dis-assembled | + | |
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- | Cams ramped on both closing and opening side | + | |
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- | Stellite-faced exhaust valves | + | |
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- | Aluminum alloy pushrods extend up through the covers to reach the rocker | + | |
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- | Cam-ground aluminum pistons w/ chrome plated top ring, non plated center ring and u-flex lower oil ring | + | |
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- | Aluminum rocker boxes enclose valves and rockers | + | |
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- | Cast iron barrels and heads | + | |
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- | Single-unit construction of engine and transmission | + | |
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- | Four speed transmission with a foot shifter on the right side | + | |
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- | Seven plate clutch (operated by a lever on the left handlebar) | + | |
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- | Primary chain and transmission are lubed by an oil bath separate from engine oil. | + | |
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- | Double tapered Timken roller bearings on sprocket shaft | + | |
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- | Only Year: | + | |
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- | Woodruff keys for camshaft gears | + | |
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- | 6 splines on drive gear/ second gear shaft | + | |
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- | Choke control operated by a left side lever | + | |
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- | Tank emblem: Round plastic disc with 2 silver and red quadrants with Red Harley-Davidson name over it, press riveted to the tank. | + | |