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1981 Sportster
Vehicle Identification Number (VIN)
The Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) is stamped on the right side of the engine crankcase and on the right down tube below the neck.
In addition to these numbers, an identification label is located on the frame below the stamped VIN giving the VIN and date of manufacture.
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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 |
Specifications
Models
XLH 1000
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1981 XLH 1000 Mods include tank decal, sissy bar, and highway pegs.8) |
XLS 1000 Roadster
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