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* The engine VIN is stamped on the right side of the engine crankcase between the cylinders. | * The engine VIN is stamped on the right side of the engine crankcase between the cylinders. | ||
- | ---- | + | ====== Related Manuals and Documentation ====== |
+ | 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)**: | ||
+ | * 1970-1978 Sportster XL/XLH/XLCH/XLT-1000 Service Manual (99484-78) | ||
+ | * **Factory Parts Catalogs**: | ||
+ | * **Original**: 1954-1978 XLH/XLCH-1000 Parts Catalog Supplement (99451-78) | ||
+ | * Issued October, 1977. | ||
+ | * Updates the 1954-1976 full parts catalog (99451-76A). | ||
+ | * Lists closest to original parts available for 1978 models. | ||
+ | * **Use With**: 1954-1976 XLH/XLCH-1000 Parts Catalog (99451-76A). \\ Issued May, 1976. Full catalog and lists parts available in 1976 for 1954-1976 models. | ||
+ | * **Updated Edition**: 1954-1978 Sportster XLH/XLCH-1000 Parts Catalog (99451-78A) | ||
+ | * Issued April, 1981. | ||
+ | * Full catalog and lists parts available in 1981 for 1954-1978 models. | ||
+ | * **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 Manual**: | ||
+ | * 1978 XL-1000/XLCH-1000 Owners Manual (99466-78) | ||
+ | |||
+ | **Pics of Manual Covers**. \\ | ||
+ | Below are pics of used manual covers (original to latest editions) related to 1978 model Sportsters. \\ | ||
+ | See the full list of pertinent catalogs in the link above. \\ | ||
+ | Click on any pic below to enlarge: \\ | ||
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+ | | 1970-1978 FSM (99484-78) | 1978 Owners Manual (99466-78) | | ||
+ | |{{sportster_history:l001-fsm-1978_edition_cover_99484-78_for_1970-1978.jpg?direct&200|}}|{{:sportster_history:l003-om-1978_edition_cover_99466-78.jpg?direct&200|}}| | ||
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+ | | 1954-1976 \\ Parts Catalog (99451-76A) | 1954-1978 Parts \\ Catalog Supplement (99451-78) | 1954-1978 \\ Parts Catalog (99451-78A) | 1954-1978 \\ Parts Catalog (99451-78B) | | ||
+ | |{{:sportster_history:l002-pc-1976_edition_cover_99451-76a_for_1954-1976.jpg?direct&200|}}|{{:sportster_history:l002-pc-1978_edition_cover_99451-78_supplement.jpg?direct&200|}}|{{:sportster_history:l002-pc-1978_edition_cover_99451-78a_for_1954-1978.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. | ||
+ | |||
+ | ===== 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 ===== | ||
+ | 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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+ | General dimension drawing for 1973-1978 XLH / XLCH frames: \\ | ||
+ | {{:sportster_history:illust_-_frame_dims_-_general_1973-1978_xlh_xlch.png?direct&400|}} \\ | ||
====== Specifications ====== | ====== 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 ==== | ||
* XL, XLH, XLCH | * XL, XLH, XLCH | ||
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* [[techtalk:ih:carb01#keihin_butterfly_or_non-cv_carb_late_1976-1987|Fuel System]]: Keihin (non-cv) Butterfly carburetor. | * [[techtalk:ih:carb01#keihin_butterfly_or_non-cv_carb_late_1976-1987|Fuel System]]: Keihin (non-cv) Butterfly carburetor. | ||
* Starter | * Starter | ||
- | * XLCH: Kick start only. | + | * XLCH: [[techtalk:ih:engctl03|Kick Start]] only. |
- | * XLH: Electric start only. | + | * XLH: [[techtalk:ih:engctl02|Electric Start]] only (Prestolite). |
==== Capacities ===== | ==== Capacities ===== | ||
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* Rear 3.50 x 18 | * Rear 3.50 x 18 | ||
- | ===== Models ===== | + | ====== Models ====== |
==== XLCR 1000 Cafe Racer ==== | ==== XLCR 1000 Cafe Racer ==== | ||
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| {{:sportster_history:1978_xlcr_by_moon_wolf.jpg?direct&300|}} | | | {{:sportster_history:1978_xlcr_by_moon_wolf.jpg?direct&300|}} | | ||
|1978 XLCR 1000 - Last year in production - click to enlarge. \\ (Original California model with one state only mufflers.)((Photo courtesy of Moon Wolf of the XLFORUM))| | |1978 XLCR 1000 - Last year in production - click to enlarge. \\ (Original California model with one state only mufflers.)((Photo courtesy of Moon Wolf of the XLFORUM))| | ||
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==== XLH 1000 ==== | ==== XLH 1000 ==== | ||
What is the Current KBB Value? ((http://www.kbb.com/motorcycles/harley-davidson/xlh-sportster-1000/1978-harley-davidson-xlh-sportster-1000/trade-in/)) | What is the Current KBB Value? ((http://www.kbb.com/motorcycles/harley-davidson/xlh-sportster-1000/1978-harley-davidson-xlh-sportster-1000/trade-in/)) |