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sportster_history:1963_sportster [2016/02/07 03:34] hippysmack [XLCH 883] |
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| ====== 1963 Sportster ====== | ====== 1963 Sportster ====== | ||
| + | ====== Vehicle Identification ====== | ||
| + | ===== Frame Numbers ===== | ||
| + | There was no frame identification for purpose of ownership on 1957-1969 model Sportsters. \\ | ||
| + | However, there were stampings on the different parts of the frame combined with certain features that can be used to date the frame. \\ [[techtalk:ih:body01w|Click Here]] to view Ironhead Frame Identification in the Sportsterpedia. \\ | ||
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| + | ===== Engine Serial Numbers ===== | ||
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| + | The only numbers for the purpose of identification were on the engine case. \\ | ||
| + | * The engine serial number is stamped on the left side of the engine case between the two cylinders. \\ The first 5 or 6 digits represent the year and model ((HD Parts Catalog XLH/XLCH-1000 #(99451-78) )) \\ From 1962-1969, models with 4 digit production (serial) numbers have an even-numbered first digit for even years and odd numbered first digit for odd years. \\ | ||
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| + | [[sportster_history:99xx-01a|Click Here]] for more information on serial numbers and VINs in the Sportsterpedia. \\ | ||
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| + | ===== 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)) \\ | ||
| + | Click on any illustration below to enlarge. \\ | ||
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| + | {{:sportster_history:1963_xlch883_right_side.png?direct&400|}} ((illustration from a collection by The French Owl of the XLFORUM)){{:sportster_history:1963_xlh883_right_side.png?direct&400|}} ((illustration from a collection by The French Owl of the XLFORUM)) \\ | ||
| ===== Specifications ===== | ===== Specifications ===== | ||
| ==== Engine ==== | ==== Engine ==== | ||
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| ==== XLH 883 ==== | ==== XLH 883 ==== | ||
| - | What is the Current KBB Value? ((http://www.kbb.com/motorcycles/harley-davidson/xlh-sportster/1963-harley-davidson-xlh-sportster/trade-in/)) | + | $1,270 with 432 produced((http://xlforum.net/forums/showthread.php?t=32308)) What is the Current KBB Value? ((http://www.kbb.com/motorcycles/harley-davidson/xlh-sportster/1963-harley-davidson-xlh-sportster/trade-in/)) |
| - | * 1.323:1 3rd gear ratios (were 1.381) | + | * 1.323:1 3rd gear ratios (were 1.381) ((http://xlforum.net/forums/showthread.php?t=32308)) |
| - | * Final ratio 5.56:1 | + | * Final ratio 5.56:1 ((http://xlforum.net/forums/showthread.php?t=32308)) |
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| ==== XLCH 883 ==== | ==== XLCH 883 ==== | ||
| - | What is the Current KBB Value? ((http://www.kbb.com/motorcycles/harley-davidson/xlch-sportster/1963-harley-davidson-xlch-sportster/trade-in/)) | + | $1,355 (when new) with 1,001 produced ((http://xlforum.net/forums/showthread.php?t=32308)) What is the Current KBB Value? ((http://www.kbb.com/motorcycles/harley-davidson/xlch-sportster/1963-harley-davidson-xlch-sportster/trade-in/)) |
| - | * 1.323:1 3rd gear ratios (were 1.381) ((http://xlforum.net/vbportal/forums/showthread.php?t=32308)) | + | * 1.323:1 3rd gear ratios (were 1.381) ((http://xlforum.net/forums/showthread.php?t=32308)) |
| - | * Final ratio 5.85:1 ((http://xlforum.net/vbportal/forums/showthread.php?t=32308)) | + | * Final ratio 5.85:1 |
| - | * | + | * "Shorty Duals" Exhaust |
| + | * An ignition key and improved magneto/coil | ||
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| - | Back to [[:sportster_history:start|Sportster History Index]] | + | Back to [[sportster_history:99xx-01|Sportster History Index]] |
