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| ====== 1959 Sportster ====== | ====== 1959 Sportster ====== | ||
| - | ===== Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) ===== | + | ====== Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) ====== |
| - | + | There was no frame identification on 1957-1969 model Sportsters. \\ | |
| - | * 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) )) | + | 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. \\ | ||
| + | [[sportster_history:99xx-01a|Click Here]] for more information on serial numbers and VINs in the Sportsterpedia. \\ | ||
| ===== Illustrations ===== | ===== Illustrations ===== | ||
| The following illustrations are displayed for historic and period specific parts identification only. Refer to the original OEM documents for additional information. ((illustrations from various academic journals)) \\ | The following illustrations are displayed for historic and period specific parts identification only. Refer to the original OEM documents for additional information. ((illustrations from various academic journals)) \\ | ||
