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 ====== Related Manuals and Documentation ====== ====== Related Manuals and Documentation ======
-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. \\  
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 Below are some suggestions for manuals for your ride. \\ 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. \\+__You should have, at minimum, a Factory Service Manual (FSM) and a Factory Parts Catalog for your year model__. \\
  
 +**Factory Service Manuals (FSM)**; \\
 The FSM will have the most accurate information, procedures and specs. \\  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. \\ 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. \\ 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. \\ 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. \\
  
 +**Parts Catalogs**; \\
 The Parts Catalog has part numbers of course but it also has exploded parts views. \\ 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. \\ However, IT IS NOT INTENDED TO BE AN ASSEMBLY MANUAL. \\
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 But, all in all, the exploded views do help finding what goes where. \\ 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. \\ 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 1980-1985 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. \\ [[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. \\ Some often acquire several year model parts catalogs and that page will help you decide which ones are right for you. \\
-[[techtalk:ref:tools803|Click Here]] for the HD List of Ironhead Sportster Hardware P/N & Descriptions page in the Sportsterpedia. \\ 
  
 **Suggested Manuals**: \\ **Suggested Manuals**: \\
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     * **Original**: 1979-1981 XLH/XLCH/XLS-1000 Service Manual (99484-81)     * **Original**: 1979-1981 XLH/XLCH/XLS-1000 Service Manual (99484-81)
     * **Latest Edition**: 1979-1985 XL/XR Models 1000cc 4-Speed Service Manual (99484-85)     * **Latest Edition**: 1979-1985 XL/XR Models 1000cc 4-Speed Service Manual (99484-85)
-  * **Factory Parts Catalogs**: \\ **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#sportster_and_k_model_parts_catalogs_by_year_and_date_of_publication|Click Here]] **to reference the chart of "Sportster and K Model Parts Catalogs by Year and Date of Publication" in the Sportsterpedia** \\ (complete list of other parts catalogs and supplement catalogs that pertain to each year model)+  * **Factory Parts Catalogs**:
     * **Original**: 1979-1981 Sportster XLH/XLCH/XLS-1000 Parts Catalog (99451-81)     * **Original**: 1979-1981 Sportster XLH/XLCH/XLS-1000 Parts Catalog (99451-81)
       * Written in 1980 and should have the closest list of original parts for 1981 models.       * Written in 1980 and should have the closest list of original parts for 1981 models.
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 Click on any pic below to enlarge: \\ Click on any pic below to enlarge: \\
  
-|  1979-1981 FSM (99484-81)  |  1979-1985 FSM (99484-85) \\ (latest)  | +|  1979-1981 FSM (99484-81)  |  1979-1985 FSM (99484-85) \\ (latest)  |  1981 Owners Manual (99466-81)  | 
-|{{:sportster_history:l001-fsm-1981_edition_cover_99484-81_for_1979-1981.jpg?direct&200|}}|{{sportster_history:l001-fsm-1985_edition_cover_99484-85_for_1979-1985.jpg?direct&200|}}| +|{{:sportster_history:l001-fsm-1981_edition_cover_99484-81_for_1979-1981.jpg?direct&200|}}|{{sportster_history:l001-fsm-1985_edition_cover_99484-85_for_1979-1985.jpg?direct&200|}}|{{:sportster_history:l003-om-1981_edition_cover_99466-81.jpg?direct&200|}}|
  
 |  1979-1981 \\ Parts Catalog (99451-81)  |  1979-1985 \\ Parts Catalog (99451-85A)  | |  1979-1981 \\ Parts Catalog (99451-81)  |  1979-1985 \\ Parts Catalog (99451-85A)  |
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   * The MoCo knew about and tried to correct at least some of the parts catalog mistakes.   * The MoCo knew about and tried to correct at least some of the parts catalog mistakes.
  
-===== Misc Resources in the Sportsterpedia ===== +===== Search the Sportsterpedia ===== 
-There are links to many factory service bulletins, parts and accessory bulletins plus information on part numbers and casting numbers in the Sportsterpedia. \\ +See the Navigation menu on the upper left of this page. \\ 
-[[techtalk:menu#misc_resources|Click Here]] for the Misc Resource section for more information. \\+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 =====
 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)) \\ 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. \\ Click on any illustration below to enlarge. \\
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 +Engine assembly drawing in sections for 1981 XLH (16057-81) and XLS (16055-81) engines. Click on any pic to enlarge:((drawings courtesy of DDDDylan of the XLFORUM https://www.xlforum.net/forum/sportster-motorcycle-forum/sportster-motorcycle-era-specific-and-model-specific/ironhead-sportster-motorcycle-talk-1957-1985/171161-drawings-prints-etc/page2#post4476530)) \\
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 +{{:sportster_history:1981_xlh_xls_illust_engine_pic1_by_ddddylan.jpg?direct&300|}} {{:sportster_history:1981_xlh_xls_illust_engine_pic2_by_ddddylan.jpg?direct&300|}} {{:sportster_history:1981_xlh_xls_illust_engine_pic3_by_ddddylan.jpg?direct&300|}} \\
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 +{{:sportster_history:1981_xlh_xls_illust_engine_pic4_by_ddddylan.jpg?direct&300|}} {{:sportster_history:1981_xlh_xls_illust_engine_pic5_by_ddddylan.jpg?direct&300|}} {{:sportster_history:1981_xlh_xls_illust_engine_pic6_by_ddddylan.jpg?direct&300|}} \\
  
 ====== 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 ====
   * Model Designations: XLH-1000, XLS-1000   * Model Designations: XLH-1000, XLS-1000
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     * Gap: .038"-.043"     * Gap: .038"-.043"
   * [[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.
-  * [[techtalk:ih:engctl02|Electric Start]] only (Nippon Denso): This starter has a five sided solenoid ((ryder rick of the XLFORUM http://xlforum.net/forums/showthread.php?t=1999774&highlight=VIN)). Not compatible with 67-80 Sportsters. +  * [[techtalk:ih:engctl02|Electric Start]] only (Nippon Denso): This starter has a five sided solenoid ((ryder rick of the XLFORUM https://www.xlforum.net/forum/sportster-motorcycle-forum/sportster-motorcycle-era-specific-and-model-specific/ironhead-sportster-motorcycle-talk-1957-1985/187189-engine-vin-decipher?t=1999774&highlight=VIN)). Not compatible with 67-80 Sportsters. 
-    * No kicker available. ((ryder rick of the XLFORUM http://xlforum.net/forums/showthread.php?t=1999774&highlight=VIN))+    * No kicker available. ((ryder rick of the XLFORUM https://www.xlforum.net/forum/sportster-motorcycle-forum/sportster-motorcycle-era-specific-and-model-specific/ironhead-sportster-motorcycle-talk-1957-1985/187189-engine-vin-decipher?t=1999774&highlight=VIN))
  
 ==== Capacities ===== ==== Capacities =====
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 ==== Brakes ==== ==== Brakes ====
- +  * Low mounted rear master cylinder, ((ryder rick of the XLFORUM https://www.xlforum.net/forum/sportster-motorcycle-forum/sportster-motorcycle-era-specific-and-model-specific/ironhead-sportster-motorcycle-talk-1957-1985/187189-engine-vin-decipher?t=1999774&highlight=VIN))
-  * Low mounted rear master cylinder, ((ryder rick of the XLFORUM http://xlforum.net/forums/showthread.php?t=1999774&highlight=VIN))+
  
 ====== Models ====== ====== Models ======
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 |    1981 XLH 1000 Mods include tank decal, sissy bar, and highway pegs.((Photo courtesy of 81Fe of the XLFORUM))    || |    1981 XLH 1000 Mods include tank decal, sissy bar, and highway pegs.((Photo courtesy of 81Fe of the XLFORUM))    ||
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 ===== XLS 1000 Roadster ===== ===== XLS 1000 Roadster =====

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