Model Production Numbers

• XLH 883 8,026
• XLH 883 Deluxe 2,322
• XLH 1100 3,077
• XLH 1100 Liberty 954

Colors

• Birch White, Vivid Black, Candy Red, Slate Gray Metallic, Candy Blue, Candy Pearl and Signal Red.

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.¹⁾

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 ²⁾.

• This 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.³⁾

Click Here to view the Evo Sportster frame page in the Sportsterpedia for more information.
Click Here for more information on serial numbers and VINs in the Sportsterpedia.

17 Digit VIN for 1986 Sportsters
Origin	Make	Weight Class	Model	Engine Size	Intro Date/ Special Models	VIN Check Digit	Model Year	Assembly Plant	Serial Number
1 = Made in USA	HD = Harley Davidson	1 = 1100cc 4 = 883cc	CA = XLH 883 XLH 883 Deluxe XLH 1100	M = 883cc N = 1100cc	1 = Regular 4 = Special	Can be 0 - 9 or X	G = 1986	Y = York, PA	6 Digits (varies)
Example: (1HD4CAM14GY012085) designates a 1986 XLH 883, stamped on the steering head with a sticker VIN on the steering head also. The abbreviated VIN appears on engine right case (CAMG 012085)
Example VIN on Frame Reads
1	HD	4	CA	M	1	4	G	Y	012085
Example Abbreviated VIN on Case Reads
			CA	M			G		012085

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)
• In the example above, the serial number on that engine would read (CAMG 012085).

• Model Designations: XLH 883, XLH 883 Deluxe, XLH 1100, XLH 1100 Liberty

• Wheelbase: ⁴⁾
  • XLH-883 / XLH-883 Deluxe, 60 in / 152.40 cm
  • XLH-883 Hugger, 60.5 in / 153.67 cm
  • XLH-1100 / XLH-1100 Liberty, 60 in / 152.40 cm
• Overall Length:
  • XLH-883 / XLH-883 Deluxe, 87.5 in / 222.25 cm
  • XLH-883 Hugger, 87.5 in / 222.25 cm
  • XLH-1100 / XLH-1100 Liberty, 87.5 in / 222.25 cm
• Overall Width:
  • XLH-883 / XLH-883 Deluxe, 32 in / 81.28 cm
  • XLH-883 Hugger, 33 in / 83.82 cm
  • XLH-1100 / XLH-1100 Liberty, 33 in / 83.82 cm
• Overall Height:
  • XLH-883 / XLH-883 Deluxe, 47.5 in / 120.65 cm
  • XLH-883 Hugger, 49.75 in / 126.365 cm
  • XLH-1100 / XLH-1100 Liberty, 49.75 in / 126.36 cm
• Road Clearance:
  • XLH-883 / XLH-883 Deluxe, 6.75 in / 17.145 cm
  • XLH-883 Hugger, 5.9 in / 14.986 cm
  • XLH-1100 / XLH-1100 Liberty, 6.75 in / 17.145 cm

• Engine type: 4 cycle Overhead Valves, 45 degree V2
• Displacement:
  • 883cc: 53.9 ci
  • 1100cc: 67.2 ci
• Compression Ratio: 9:1
• Bore:
  • 883: 3 in / 76.2 mm
  • 1100: 3.350 in / 85.09 mm
• Stroke: 3.812 in / 96.8248 mm
• 4 Cams
• Gerotor type oil pump.
  Oil pump pressure (gauge mounted at the plug between the tappets):
  • Minimum: 1-7 psi (idle)
  • Normal riding conditions: 5-30 psi (2500 rpm)
• Ignition: Electronic Ignition System.
• Spark Plugs
  • 12mm 6R12, Gap (.038“-.043”), Torque 11-18 ft-lb / 3-5 Nm
• VOES (vacuum-operated electric switch) for timing advance
• Fuel System: Keihin (non-cv) Butterfly carburetor

• Fuel Capacity:
  • 2.25 gal / 8.517 l ⁵⁾
    Reserve: .25 gal / .946 l
• Oil Capacity: 3 qts. / 1.419 l (quoted from -85 FSM)
• Transmission Capacity: 1.5 pints / .71 l

• Multi-Disc wet clutch-pack with alternate steel and fiber friction plates.⁶⁾

• Constant Mesh ⁷⁾
• Left Side Shifter
• Speeds - 4 Forward
• Number of Sprocket Teeth (all)
  • Engine: 34
  • Clutch: 59
    • Clutch Sprocket to Engine Sprocket Ratio: 1.74:1
  • Transmission: 21
  • Rear Wheel: 48
• Gear Ratios (XLH / XLS / XLX)
  • Internal Gear Ratios:
    Internal gear ratios indicate number of clutch gear revolutions required to drive mainshaft sprocket one revolution.
    • 1st: 2.52:1
    • 2nd: 1.82:1
    • 3rd: 1.38:1
    • 4th: 1.00:1
  • Overall Gear Ratios:
    Overal gear ratios indicate number of engine revolutions required to drive rear wheel one revolution.
    • 1st: 10.00:1
    • 2nd:7.25:1
    • 3rd:5.48:1
    • 4th:3.97:1

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