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1988 Sportster

Vehicle Identification Number (VIN)

Example: For a 1988 XLH 1200: 1HD1CAP16JY112016 appears on steering head. Abbreviated VIN appears on engine crankcase - CAPJ 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
4 = 900 cc & below
CA = XLH 883,
XLH 1200
CE = XLH 883 Hug
CF = XLH 883 Deluxe
M = XLH 883 CC
P = XLH 1200 CC
1 = Regular
2 = Mid Year Intro Date
3 = California model
4 = Special Edition
Can be
0 - 9 or X
J = 1988Y = YORK, PA
1 HD 1 CA P 1 6 J Y 112016

Specifications

Models

XLH 883

What is the Current KBB Value? 1)

  • Colors: Solid and Candy

XLH 883 Deluxe

What is the Current KBB Value? 2)

  • Colors: Solid and Candy

XLH 883 Hugger

What is the Current KBB Value? 3)

  • Colors: Black and Candy

XLH 1200

What is the Current KBB Value? 4)

  • Colors: Solid, Candy and Two Tone

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