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1972 Sportster
Vehicle Identification Number (VIN)
- Starting with the 1970 season, Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) is stamped on the right side of the engine crankcase and on the frame.
In addition to these numbers, an identification label is located on the frame giving the VIN and date of manufacture.
This label was required by law for identification.1) - The serial number is the 3rd through the 7th digit. All serial numbers run consecutively regardless of model year. 2)
| Model Code | Model Number | Serial Number | Manufacturer ID | Model Year |
| XLH | 3A | 10,000 and up (5 digits) | H (for Harley Davidson) | 2 (1972) |
| XLCH | 4A | 10,000 and up (5 digits) | H (for Harley Davidson) | 2 (1972) |
| XLA | 4D | 10,000 and up (5 digits) | H (for Harley Davidson) | 2 (1972) |
Model Specifications
XLH 1000
What is the Current KBB Value? 3)
Engine
- Electric Start
XLCH 1000
- Kickstart
What is the Current KBB Value? 5)
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| 1972 XLCH 1000 6) | 1972 XLCH 1000 7) |
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| 1972 XLCH 1000- Only mods include:18 inch rear wheel, and shifter and seat 8) | |
XLA 1000
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photo by deedub97gt of the XLFORUM http://xlforum.net/forums/showthread.php?t=1637849&page=17
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photo courtesy of Steve Lewis of the XLFORUM http://xlforum.net/forums/showthread.php?t=666910&page=71
