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| |Example Serial Number on Engine Reads: 63XLCH12345||| | |Example Serial Number on Engine Reads: 63XLCH12345||| | ||
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| + | ====== Related Manuals and Documentation ====== | ||
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| + | Below are some suggestions for manuals for your ride. \\ | ||
| + | __You should have, at minimum, a Factory Service Manual (FSM) and a Factory Parts Catalog for your year model__. \\ | ||
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| + | **Factory Service Manuals (FSM)**; \\ | ||
| + | The FSM will have the most accurate information, procedures and specs. \\ | ||
| + | Clymer and Haynes make service manuals also for Sportsters but some of the information is in error to the factory FSMs. \\ | ||
| + | And some of the information in the aftermarket manuals is vague in information or procedures but they may have more pictures. \\ | ||
| + | So it is generally said you can get use from both an aftermarket manual and the factory service manuals but get the factory manual first. \\ | ||
| + | [[techtalk:miscres:miscres10|Click Here]] to view the Factory Service Manual page in the Sportsterpedia. \\ | ||
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| + | **Parts Catalogs**; \\ | ||
| + | The Parts Catalog has part numbers of course but it also has exploded parts views. \\ | ||
| + | However, IT IS NOT INTENDED TO BE AN ASSEMBLY MANUAL. \\ | ||
| + | And some of the exploded views are confusing or not related to each other on the same pages. \\ | ||
| + | But, all in all, the exploded views do help finding what goes where. \\ | ||
| + | Most of the fasteners listed in the relevant parts catalog individual pages have thread sizes and lengths also in case you need those. \\ | ||
| + | **Note: ALL 1957-1978 PARTS CATALOGS LIST PARTS FOR PREVIOUS YEARS**. \\ Below is a simple list of original and "latest edition parts catalogs. | ||
| + | The in-between year books may show different part numbers for the same year model bike. \\ | ||
| + | [[techtalk:miscres:miscres12|Click Here]] to see the Factory Parts Catalog page in the Sportsterpedia for parts catalog uses and a full list of parts catalog numbers from 1957 to present. \\ | ||
| + | (complete list of other parts catalogs and supplement catalogs that pertain to each year model on the bottom of that page) \\ | ||
| + | Some often acquire several year model parts catalogs and that page will help you decide which ones are right for you. \\ | ||
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| + | **Suggested Manuals**: \\ | ||
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| + | * **Factory Service Manual (FSM)**: | ||
| + | * **Original**: 1959-1963 Sportster Service Manual (99484-63) in a loose leaf binder | ||
| + | * **Latest Edition**: 1959-1969 Sportster Service Manual (99484-69) in book bound form | ||
| + | * **Factory Parts Catalogs**: | ||
| + | * **Original**: 1953-1963 Sportster/KH Model Parts Catalog (99451-63) | ||
| + | * Issued November 15, 1962. | ||
| + | * Full parts catalog and lists parts available in 1963 for 1953-1963 models. | ||
| + | * Lists closest to original parts available for 1963 models. | ||
| + | * [[https://www.harleykmodel.com/literature/spare-parts-catalogs/documents/99451-63/99451-63.pdf|Click Here]] to download a PDF from Harley K Model site (50.2mb) ((https://www.harleykmodel.com/literature/spare-parts-catalogs/documents/99451-63/99451-63.pdf)) | ||
| + | * **Latest Edition**: 1954-1978 Sportster XLH/XLCH-1000 Parts Catalog (99451-78B) | ||
| + | * Issued in 1989. | ||
| + | * Full catalog and lists parts available in 1989 for 1954-1978 models. | ||
| + | * Includes some parts that were not available in the -78A catalog. | ||
| + | * **Factory Owners Manuals**: | ||
| + | * 1963 Sportster Rider Handbook (99466-63) | ||
| + | * 1963 Sportster XLCH Rider Handbook Supplement (99467-63) \\ Use for all XLCH changes. For any info not in this book, refer to the 99466-63 handbook. | ||
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| + | **Pics of Manual Covers**. \\ | ||
| + | Below are pics of used manual covers (original and latest editions) related to 1963 model Sportsters. \\ | ||
| + | See the full list of pertinent catalogs in the link above. \\ | ||
| + | Click on any pic below to enlarge: \\ | ||
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| + | | 1963 Rider Handbook \\ (44967-63) (supplement) | | ||
| + | |{{:sportster_history:l003-om-1963_edition_cover_99467-63_supplement.jpg?direct&150|}}| | ||
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| + | | 1959-1963 FSM (99484-63) ((pics from a collection by The French Owl of the XLFORUM)) \\ loose leaf outside and inside covers (original) || 1959-1969 FSM (99484-69) \\ (latest) | | ||
| + | |{{:sportster_history:l001-fsm-1959_edition_cover_1st_for_1957-1964_loose_leaf_binders.jpg?direct&200|}}|{{:sportster_history:l001-fsm-1963_edition_cover_99484-63_for_1957-1963_loose_leaf_inside.jpg?direct&200|}}|{{sportster_history:l001-fsm-1969_edition_cover_99484-69_for_1957-1969_book_bound.jpg?direct&200|}}| | ||
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| + | | 1953-1963 \\ Parts Catalog (99451-63) | 1954-1978 \\ Parts Catalog (99451-78B) | | ||
| + | |{{:sportster_history:l002-pc-1963_edition_cover_99451-63_for_1953-1963.jpg?direct&200|}}|{{:sportster_history:l002-pc-1978_edition_cover_99451-78b_for_1954-1978.jpg?direct&200|}}| | ||
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| + | ===== The Ironhead Multi-Year Parts Catalog Curse ===== | ||
| + | Below is a summary of an article on the Sportsterpedia Parts Catalogs page regarding parts book errors. \\ | ||
| + | You can also read the full article from this link: [[techtalk:miscres:miscres12#the_ironhead_multi-year_parts_catalog_curse|The Ironhead Multi-Year Parts Catalog Curse]]. \\ | ||
| + | Due to all of the errors and non corrected editions, it's always a good idea to acquire several year parts catalogs surrounding your year model. \\ | ||
| + | Which year catalogs you'll need will depend on many factors but the main Parts Catalog page in the Sportsterpedia will help you decide which ones you need. \\ | ||
| + | [[techtalk:miscres:miscres12|Click Here]] to see the Parts Catalog page. A full chart of all the parts catalogs made for Ironheads is at the bottom of the page. \\ | ||
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| + | * Not all multi-year catalogs will list factory installed parts on your bike. | ||
| + | * You may need several year catalogs to determine factory installed parts for your year model. | ||
| + | * Some parts first appeared or only appeared in Parts Supplements, Service Bulletins or other literature | ||
| + | * Later catalogs may show parts for older models that were never factory installed on them. | ||
| + | * Some catalogs have missing parts and/or missing models in some parts listings. | ||
| + | * Some illustrations do not have a part number listed. | ||
| + | * Drawings may or may not look like your part number. | ||
| + | * Some exploded parts diagrams show the assembly in the wrong order or missing pieces. | ||
| + | * There may be misleading information about parts that fit your year model. | ||
| + | * Fastener lengths and thread pitch may change depending on catalog used. | ||
| + | * The MoCo knew about and tried to correct at least some of the parts catalog mistakes. | ||
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| + | ===== Search the Sportsterpedia ===== | ||
| + | See the Navigation menu on the upper left of this page. \\ | ||
| + | From there you can go to the main Ironhead section menu, the Reference section for general and in-depth procedures, and the Misc Resources for documentation. \\ | ||
| ===== Illustrations ===== | ===== Illustrations ===== | ||
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| {{sportster_history:1963_xlch883_illust_right_side.png?direct&400|}} ((illustration from a collection by The French Owl of the XLFORUM)){{sportster_history:1963_xlh883_illust_right_side.png?direct&400|}} ((illustration from a collection by The French Owl of the XLFORUM)) \\ | {{sportster_history:1963_xlch883_illust_right_side.png?direct&400|}} ((illustration from a collection by The French Owl of the XLFORUM)){{sportster_history:1963_xlh883_illust_right_side.png?direct&400|}} ((illustration from a collection by The French Owl of the XLFORUM)) \\ | ||
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| - | ===== Specifications ===== | + | General dimension drawing for 1957-1965 XLH / XLCH frames: \\ |
| + | This is a "short frame". Dims shown are 1957-1966 (all) and 1967-1969 XLCH. ((Dr Dick of the XLFORUM https://www.xlforum.net/forum/sportster-motorcycle-forum/sportster-motorcycle-era-specific-and-model-specific/ironhead-sportster-motorcycle-talk-1957-1985/148782-animal-mother-reigns/page4?postcount=58#post3178758)) \\ | ||
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| + | {{:sportster_history:illust_-_frame_dims_-_general_-_1957-1965_xlh_xlch_the_french_owl.png?direct&400|}} ((illustration from a collection by The French Owl of the XLFORUM)) \\ | ||
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| + | ====== Specifications ====== | ||
| [[techtalk:menu#ironhead_technical_categories|Click Here]] for the main technical menu in the Sportsterpedia. \\ | [[techtalk:menu#ironhead_technical_categories|Click Here]] for the main technical menu in the Sportsterpedia. \\ | ||
| Also see the "Misc Resources" section on the bottom of that page for technical docs and information. \\ | Also see the "Misc Resources" section on the bottom of that page for technical docs and information. \\ | ||
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| ==== Model Designations ==== | ==== Model Designations ==== | ||
| * XLH, XLCH | * XLH, XLCH | ||
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| ==== XLH 883 ==== | ==== XLH 883 ==== | ||
| - | $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/)) | + | $1,270 with 432 produced. 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) ((http://xlforum.net/forums/showthread.php?t=32308)) | + | * 1.323:1 3rd gear ratios (were 1.381) |
| - | * Final ratio 5.56:1 ((http://xlforum.net/forums/showthread.php?t=32308)) | + | * Final ratio 5.56:1 |
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| ==== XLCH 883 ==== | ==== XLCH 883 ==== | ||
| - | $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/)) | + | $1,355 (when new) with 1,001 produced. 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/forums/showthread.php?t=32308)) | + | * 1.323:1 3rd gear ratios (were 1.381) |
| * Final ratio 5.85:1 | * Final ratio 5.85:1 | ||
| * "Shorty Duals" Exhaust | * "Shorty Duals" Exhaust | ||
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| - | ===== External Links ===== | + | |
| - | [[https://www.harleykmodel.com/literature/spare-parts-catalogs/documents/99451-63/99451-63.pdf|1963 Parts Manual]] (50.2mb) ((https://www.harleykmodel.com/literature/spare-parts-catalogs/documents/99451-63/99451-63.pdf)) | + | |
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