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--- sportster_history:1981_sportster [2018/04/08 01:24]
ixl2relax [Specifications]
+++ sportster_history:1981_sportster [2021/09/06 07:01]
hippysmack [Vehicle Identification Number (VIN)]
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 ====== 1981 Sportster ======
-===== Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) =====
+====== Vehicle Identification ======
-Example: For a 1981 XLH 1000: __1HD1CAH16BY112016__ appears on steering head. Abbreviated VIN appears on engine crankcase - __CAHB 112016
+===== Frame VIN Numbers =====
-__
+The only numbers used for the purpose of identification are on the right neck and frame downtube. \\
+  * The frame is stamped with a Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) identification.
+  * There are still other stampings on the different parts of the frame combined with certain features that can be used to date the frame. \\ But the only numbers used to identify the entire bike for ownership purposes is the VIN number stamped in the right side neck.
+  * In addition to the neck VIN, an identification label is located on the frame giving the VIN and date of manufacture. \\ This label was required by law for identification.((HD Service School service bulletin #596 dated September 16, 1969))
+In 1981, the full VIN was expanded to include country of origin, maker, bike weight, engine displacement, introduction date, a check digit and which factory made it ((HD Service Bulletin #M-800)). \\
+  * This new nationwide system is designed to provide improved theft protection and more specific vehicle information to HD and government agencies.
+  * In addition to the neck VIN, an identification label is located on the frame giving the VIN and date of manufacture. \\ This label was required by law for identification.((HD Service School service bulletin #596 dated September 16, 1969))
+[[techtalk:ih:body01w|Click Here]] to view Ironhead Frame Identification in the Sportsterpedia for more information. \\
+[[sportster_history:99xx-01a|Click Here]] for more information on serial numbers and VINs in the Sportsterpedia. \\
+Example: For a 1981 XLH 1000: 1HD1CAH16BY112016 appears on steering head. Abbreviated VIN appears on engine crankcase - CAHB 112016
 | \\  **Motorcycle Origin**   | \\  **Manufacturer/ Make**   | \\  **Motorcycle Displacement Type**   | \\  **Model Designation**   | \\  **Engine Size**   | \\  **Introduction Date / Special Models**   | \\  **VIN Check Digit**   | \\  **Model Year**   | \\  **Assembly Plant**   | \\  **Serial Number**   |
 |Made in USA |Harley Davidson |1 = 901 cc & up |CA = XLH 1000 \\ CB = XLS 1000 \\ CC = XLX 1000 \\ CD = XR 1000 |H = 1000 CC ENGINE |1 = Regular \\ 2 = Mid Year Intro Date |Can be \\ 0 - 9 or X |B = 1981 \\ C = 1982 \\ D = 1983 \\ E = 1984 \\ F = 1985 |Y = YORK, PA |  |
 |1 |HD |1 |CA |H |1 |6 |B |Y |112016|
-\\
+===== Engine Serial Numbers =====
+The engine numbers changed and are no longer stamped the same as the frame. This change is part of the new 17 digit VIN system. \\
+The serial number is stamped on the case, right side, between the cylinders but is not used for identification purpose of ownership. \\
+  * An abbreviated version of the 17 digit VIN is stamped into the engine case. It's the exact same as the frame numbers but certain designations were left out.  \\ (including country of origin, maker, bike weight, intro date, check digit and plant of origin)
+----
 ====== Specifications ======
-  * 5 sided solenoid on the starter (Nippon), ((ryder rick of the XLFORUM http://xlforum.net/vbportal/forums/showthread.php?t=1999774&highlight=VIN))
+  * 5 sided solenoid on the starter (Nippon), ((ryder rick of the XLFORUM http://xlforum.net/forums/showthread.php?t=1999774&highlight=VIN))
-  * No kicker, ((ryder rick of the XLFORUM http://xlforum.net/vbportal/forums/showthread.php?t=1999774&highlight=VIN))
+  * No kicker, ((ryder rick of the XLFORUM http://xlforum.net/forums/showthread.php?t=1999774&highlight=VIN))
-  * Low mounted rear master cylinder, ((ryder rick of the XLFORUM http://xlforum.net/vbportal/forums/showthread.php?t=1999774&highlight=VIN))
+  * Low mounted rear master cylinder, ((ryder rick of the XLFORUM http://xlforum.net/forums/showthread.php?t=1999774&highlight=VIN))
-  * Left side shift, ((ryder rick of the XLFORUM http://xlforum.net/vbportal/forums/showthread.php?t=1999774&highlight=VIN))
+  * Left side shift, ((ryder rick of the XLFORUM http://xlforum.net/forums/showthread.php?t=1999774&highlight=VIN))
-  * Gear rotor oil pump, ((ryder rick of the XLFORUM http://xlforum.net/vbportal/forums/showthread.php?t=1999774&highlight=VIN))
+  * Gear rotor oil pump, ((ryder rick of the XLFORUM http://xlforum.net/forums/showthread.php?t=1999774&highlight=VIN))
-  * One-way, Foo Foo valve built into the cam cover, standard wet clutch and (no transfer valve?)((ryder rick of the XLFORUM http://xlforum.net/vbportal/forums/showthread.php?t=1999774&highlight=VIN))
+  * One-way, Foo Foo valve built into the cam cover, standard wet clutch and (no transfer valve?)((ryder rick of the XLFORUM http://xlforum.net/forums/showthread.php?t=1999774&highlight=VIN))

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