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1971 Sportster
- Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) is stamped on the right side of the engine crankcase and on the frame steering head.
- 3A13675H1 is a 1971 XLH.
| Model Code | Model Number | Serial Number | Manufacturer ID | Model Year |
| XLH | 3A | 10,000 and up (5 digits) | H (for Harley Davidson) | 1 (1971) |
| XLCH | 4A | 10,000 and up (5 digits) | H (for Harley Davidson) | 1 (1971) |
Engine- 883
- Engine type: Air Cooled, Overhead Valve, 45 Degree V-twin 1)Iron Head
- Displacement: 54 ci / 883 cc
- Hemi-spherical style heads
- Bore: 3 in / 7.62 cm 2)
- Stroke: 3.8125 in / 9.68 cm 3)
- Piston Displacement: 53.9 cu. in. / 883 cc 4)
- 90 Degree Valve Angle
- Horsepower: 58 @ 6800 rpm 7)
- Torque: 52 ft-lb / 2.191 Nm @ 3800 rpm 8)
- Fuel System: Tillotson Carburetor 9)
- Carburetor Main Jets:
- Carburetor Slow Jet:
- Engine Idle Slow Speed:
- Engine speed for setting ignition timing:
- Fuel Tank Capacity:
- Oil Tank Capacity w/Filter:
Specifications
Models
XLH 883
What is the Current KBB Value? 10)
XLCH 883
6)
1970 thru 1981 per '59-'85 Clymer Sportster Service Manual
9)
1970-2010 Haynes Sportster Service and Repair Manual
