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sportster_history:99xx-01 [2020/03/31 19:39]
hippysmack [1980 - 1989]
sportster_history:99xx-01 [2020/04/03 17:13]
hippysmack [1957 - 1959]
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         * Spark plugs were air cooled and could be dis-assembled         * Spark plugs were air cooled and could be dis-assembled
         * Tank emblem: Round plastic disc with 2 silver and red quadrants with Red Harley-Davidson name over it, press riveted to the tank.         * Tank emblem: Round plastic disc with 2 silver and red quadrants with Red Harley-Davidson name over it, press riveted to the tank.
 +  * **Paint Colors**: ((https://​www.harleykmodel.com/​technical/​colors/​index.html)) 
 +      * Skyline Blue with Birch White tank panels. 
 +      * Pepper Red with Black tank panels. 
 +      * Birch White with Black tank panels. 
 +      * Black with Pepper Red tank panels. 
 +      * Options (no charge): 
 +        * Fenders to match tank panel when panel is a standard color. 
 +        * Birch White - (indicate either solid or with black panels). 
 +        * Any standard color without tank panels. 
 +      * Options (extra charge): 
 +        * Metallic Midnight Blue with Birch White tank panels. 
 +        * Spring Special: Nugget Gold.
  
  
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   * **New model XLRTT**: (Tourist Trophy Racer) was a specialty model with the 55ci 883 OHV V-twin engine   * **New model XLRTT**: (Tourist Trophy Racer) was a specialty model with the 55ci 883 OHV V-twin engine
   * **Paint Colors**: ​   * **Paint Colors**: ​
-      * Skyline Blue tank top w/ Birch White sides +      * Skyline Blue tank top Blue, sides Birch White. 
-      * Sabre Gray Metallic ​tank top w/ Birch White sides +      * Calypso Red - tank top Red, sides Birch White. 
-      * Calypso Red tank top w/ Birch White sides +      * Sabre Gray Metallic - tank top Gray, sides Birch White. 
-      * Black tank top w/ Birch White sides +      * Black tank top Black, sides Birch White. 
-      * Mudguards ​(fendersany standard color +      * Options ​(no charge): 
-  * **Option packages** offered for Sportsters in the Deluxe Equipment GroupSP-1, SP-2 and SP-3 +        * Any standard solid color.
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     * **Service Notes / Recommendations**:​     * **Service Notes / Recommendations**:​
       * HD implements a [[techtalk:​miscres:​miscres10|service manual]] program consisting of a master service manual (dealer only item) covering the complete model line and manuals for individual models that anyone could buy. The Sportster FSM (99484-59) had a dealer purchase price from the MoCo of $4.00 with a list price of $5.00 ((HD Service Bulletin #403 dated December 15, 1958))       * HD implements a [[techtalk:​miscres:​miscres10|service manual]] program consisting of a master service manual (dealer only item) covering the complete model line and manuals for individual models that anyone could buy. The Sportster FSM (99484-59) had a dealer purchase price from the MoCo of $4.00 with a list price of $5.00 ((HD Service Bulletin #403 dated December 15, 1958))
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   * **Production Information**:​   * **Production Information**:​
       * XL (42), $1,175       * XL (42), $1,175
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       * The '58 XLH 6V generator was installed on the XLCH but with a different voltage regulator (74510-47A) to power the six volt system ((1955-1965 HD Sportster & KH Model Parts Catalog pgs 24,95))       * The '58 XLH 6V generator was installed on the XLCH but with a different voltage regulator (74510-47A) to power the six volt system ((1955-1965 HD Sportster & KH Model Parts Catalog pgs 24,95))
   * Magneto Ignition System mounted in a fixed position producing advanced spark timing only—— ((-1985 Clymer Sportster Repair Manual pg 215))  ​   * Magneto Ignition System mounted in a fixed position producing advanced spark timing only—— ((-1985 Clymer Sportster Repair Manual pg 215))  ​
-  ​* **Option packages** offered for XL and XLH in the Deluxe Equipment Group: SP-1, SP-1A, SP-1B, SP-2 and SP-3 +  * **Paint Colors**: ​((https://​www.harleykmodel.com/​technical/​colors/​index.html)) 
-  ​* **Paint Colors**: +    * Skyline Blue - tank top Blue, sides Birch White. 
-    * Skyline Blue: Tank top Skyline ​Blue with Birch White side panels +    * Calypso Red - tank top Red, sides Birch White. 
-    * Black: Tank top Black with Birch White side panels +    * Black - tank top Black, sides Birch White. 
-    * Calypso Red: Tank top Calypso Red with Birch White side panels +    ​* Options (no charge): 
-    * Hi-Fi TurquoiseTank top is Hi-Fi Turquoise ​with Birch White side panels +      * Any standard solid color. 
-    * Hi-Fi RedTank top Hi-FiRed with Birch White side panels +    * Options (extra charge) 
-    Any standard solid color was done at no extra cost +      ​* Hi-Fi Turquoise ​Tank top Turquoise, sides Birch White. 
-  * 14.5 sec ¼ mile (90 mph)((http://xlforum.net/​forums/​showthread.php?​t=32308)) +      * Hi-Fi Red Tank top Hi-Fi Red, sides Birch White. 
-  +      Spring SpecialHi-Fi Coral and White  
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       * Chromed rear sprocket       * Chromed rear sprocket
       * Black front master cylinder  ​       * Black front master cylinder  ​
-  * **Paint colors** +  * **Paint colors** ​\\ {{ :​pdf:​1979_painted_parts.pdf |Click here to download the 1979 Painted Parts List}}, or  {{ :​pdf:​pab0056.pdf |Click here to download HD P&A Bulletin #56}}  
-      Birch White, ​Vivid Black, Brilliant Red, Concord Blue, Chestnut Brown, ​Classic Tan, Classic Chreme, FXS Silver and Charcoal ​Gray.  +    XLH: Vivid Black, Brilliant Red, Concord Blue, Chestnut Brown. ((1979 Painted Parts List pg 51010-82)) 
 +    * XLS: Black/Gray. ((1979 Painted Parts List pg 510, 10-82)) 
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   * **Additional Information**:​   * **Additional Information**:​
       * Last year of XLH and XLCH (Super) mantra       * Last year of XLH and XLCH (Super) mantra
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   * **XR-750** (dirt track) changes include:   * **XR-750** (dirt track) changes include:
       * New Marzocchi front forks with 5.31" travel and a 2.5 gallon gas tank ((1972-2003 HD XR-750 Service Manual pg 3))  ​       * New Marzocchi front forks with 5.31" travel and a 2.5 gallon gas tank ((1972-2003 HD XR-750 Service Manual pg 3))  ​
-  * **Paint colors** ​ +  * **Paint colors** ​{{ :pdf:1980_painted_parts.pdf |Click here to download the 1980 Painted Parts List}} 
-      * **XLH**: +      * **XLH**: Vivid Black, Bright Blue, Saddle Brown, Candy Red. ((1980 Painted Parts List pg 505, 1-82)) 
-        * Fuel tank w/decalsVivid Black, Bright Blue, Saddle Brown, Candy Red((1980 Painted Parts List pg 505, 1-82)) +      * **XLS**: Fuel tank: Black/​Charcoal. ​Fenders: Black/Gray. ((1980 Painted Parts List pg 505, 1-82))
-        Front fender: Vivid Black, Bright Blue, Saddle Brown, Candy Red. ((1980 Painted Parts List pg 505, 1-82)) +
-        ​Rear fender: Vivid Black, Bright Blue, Saddle Brown, Candy Red. ((1980 Painted Parts List pg 505, 1-82)) Saddle Brown. ((1980 Painted Parts List pg 509, 10-82)) +
-      * **XLS**: +
-        * Fuel tank w/decals and pinstriping: Black/​Charcoal. ​((1980 Painted Parts List pg 505, 1-82)) \\ Larger tank for XLH: Vivid Black, Bright Blue, Saddle Brown, Candy Red. ((1980 Painted Parts List pg 505, 1-82)) +
-        * Front fender: Black/Gray. ((1980 Painted Parts List pg 505, 1-82)) +
-        * Rear fender: Black/Gray. ((1980 Painted Parts List pg 505, 1-82))+
  
  
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   * **Production Information**:​   * **Production Information**:​
       * XLH 1000 (8,442)       * XLH 1000 (8,442)
-      * XLS 1000 Roadster (1,​660) ​+      * XLS 1000 Roadster (1,660
 +      * Milwaukee Edition 1000 (804) ((http://​veh-markets.com/​motorcycles/​harley-davidson/​138590-1981-milwaukee-edition-sportster.html)
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       * Optional 3.3 gallon gas tank       * Optional 3.3 gallon gas tank
       * Longer wheel base (60") ((1979-1985 HD FSM))       * Longer wheel base (60") ((1979-1985 HD FSM))
-  * **Paint colors**  +  * **Milwaukee Edition**: [[http://​veh-markets.com/​motorcycles/​harley-davidson/​138590-1981-milwaukee-edition-sportster.html|See more here on this model]]. 
-      * **XLH**: +      * Limited edition (AKA, the Buy Back Bike or Milwaukee Special) celebrating Harley Davidson'​s rebirth and return into private ownership from AMF.  
-        Fuel tank (Std) w/decals: Vivid Black, Metallic Blue, Candy Red, Candy Root Beer. ((1981 Painted Parts List pg 506)) \\ Orange/​Black (Milwaukee Edition) ((1981 Painted Parts List pg 508, 10-82)) +      ​Reportedly, only 804 of these motorcycles were produced. \\ One for every Harley Dealership. \\ One extra for the top 100 Harley Dealers. \\ Four for promotional purposes.  
-        * Fuel tank (Lg) w/decals: Metallic Blue, Candy Red. ((1981 Painted Parts List pg 508, 10-82)) +  ​* **Paint colors** {{ :pdf:​1981_painted_parts.pdf |Click here to download the 1981 Painted Parts List}} ​ 
-        * Front fender: Vivid Black, Metallic Blue, Candy Red, Candy Root Beer. ((1981 Painted Parts List pg 506, 1-82)) \\ Orange/​Black (Milwaukee Edition) ((1981 Painted Parts List pg 508, 10-82)) +      XLH: Vivid Black, Metallic Blue, Candy Red, Candy Root Beer. ((1981 Painted Parts List pg 506)) 
-        * Rear fender: Vivid Black, Bright Blue, Saddle Brown, Candy Red. ((1981 Painted Parts List pg 506, 1-82)) \\ Orange/​Black (Milwaukee Edition) ((1981 Painted Parts List pg 508, 10-82)) +        * Large fuel tank (Lg) w/decals: Metallic Blue, Candy Red. ((1981 Painted Parts List pg 508, 10-82)) 
-      ​* **XLS**: +        * AdditionallySaddle Brown fuel tank is shown on page 508, 10-82 sheet. 
-        * Fuel tank w/decals and pinstriping2-Tone Silver, Black w/Red Pinstripe. ((1981 Painted Parts List pg 506, 1-82)) +      * XLS: 2-Tone Silver, Black w/Red Pinstripe. ((1981 Painted Parts List pg 508, 10-82)) 
-        * Front fender: Black/Gray. ((1981 Painted Parts List pg 506, 1-82)) \\ 2-Tone Silver, Black w/Red Pinstripe. ((1981 Painted Parts List pg 508, 10-82)) +      Milwaukee EditionOrange/Black. ((1981 Painted Parts List pg 508, 10-82))
-        Rear fenderBlack/Gray. ((1981 Painted Parts List pg 506, 1-82)) \\ 2-Tone Silver, ​Black w/Red Pinstripe. ((1981 Painted Parts List pg 508, 10-82)) +
  
  
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       * L1982 models have a new clamp-on two piece exhaust system. The one piece (welded) rear exhaust & muffler assembly (65600-80A) and one piece front exhaust pipe & muffler assembly (65605-80A) is no longer available after the current stock is used up. Due to size differences,​ parts from the two different exhaust systems cannot be interchanged. ((HD Service Bulletin #M-851A dated March 23, 1982))       * L1982 models have a new clamp-on two piece exhaust system. The one piece (welded) rear exhaust & muffler assembly (65600-80A) and one piece front exhaust pipe & muffler assembly (65605-80A) is no longer available after the current stock is used up. Due to size differences,​ parts from the two different exhaust systems cannot be interchanged. ((HD Service Bulletin #M-851A dated March 23, 1982))
       * A foot rest chain protector (50943-82) was made available that fits over the footrest bracket to prevent contact between the final drive chain and the passenger footrest bracket. ((HD Service Bulletin #M-855 dated July 19, 1982))       * A foot rest chain protector (50943-82) was made available that fits over the footrest bracket to prevent contact between the final drive chain and the passenger footrest bracket. ((HD Service Bulletin #M-855 dated July 19, 1982))
-  * **Paint ​Colors**: +  * **Paint ​colors:** {{ :pdf:​1982_painted_parts.pdf |Click here to download the 1982 Painted Parts List}} \\ Both anniversary models came with 25th anniversary graphics and special paperwork about the bike's history signed by Chairman Vaughn Beals, President Charlie Thompson and Styling Vice President, Willie G Davidson.  
-        * Birch White, Vivid Black, Classic Tan, Classic Creme, Metallic Blue, Light Red, Dark Carmine, Orange, Brown, Emerald Green, Red, Pewter or maroon. +        * XLH: Vivid Black, Candy Red, Metallic Blue, Metallic Green. ((1982 Painted Parts List pg 503, 1-82)) 
-  * Both anniversary models came with 25th anniversary graphics and special paperwork about the bike's history signed by Chairman Vaughn Beals, President Charlie Thompson and Styling Vice President, Willie G Davidson. +        * XLS: Red/Black, Black w/Gold pinstriping. ((1982 Painted Parts List pg 503, 1-82)) 
- +        * XLH and XLS Anniversary Models: Dark Maroon and Pewter. ((1982 Painted Parts List pg 507, 10-82)) 
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       * Oiled felt air filter       * Oiled felt air filter
       * New designed calipers       * New designed calipers
-  * **Paint ​Colors**: +  * **Paint ​colors:** {{ :pdf:​1983_painted_parts.pdf |Click here to download the 1983 Painted Parts List}} ​ 
-      Birch White, ​Vivid Black, ​Classic TanClassic Crème, Pewter, Maroon, Indigo Blue, Claret Red or Slate Gray Metallic +        XLH: Vivid Black, ​Candy RedClaret Red, Indigo Blue. ((1983 Painted Parts List pg 50310-82)) 
 +        * XLS: Indigo and Pewter, Black w/Gold pinstriping. ((1983 Painted Parts List pg 503, 10-82)) 
 +        * XLX: Vivid Black. ((1983 Painted Parts List pg 503, 10-82))
  
  
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       * Diaphragm clutch spring (mid year)       * Diaphragm clutch spring (mid year)
       * Alternator (mid year)            * Alternator (mid year)     
-    ​* **Paint ​Colors**: +  ​* **Paint ​colors:** {{ :pdf:​pab0207.pdf |Click here to download PAB-207}} ​ 
-      * Birch White, ​Vivid Black, ​Classic Tan, Classic Crème, Indigo Blue, Claret ​Red, Candy Purple, ​Rose Metallic or Slate Gray Metallic.+      * XL: Vivid Black, ​Candy Red, Candy Purple. ((1984 Painted Parts List from P&A Bulletin P&A #207)) 
 +      * XLS: Vivid BlackPurple and Silver. ((1984 Painted Parts List from P&A Bulletin P&A #207)) 
 +      * XLX: Vivid Black, Candy Red. ((1983 Painted Parts List pg 503, 10-82)) 
 +      * XR-1000: ​Slate Gray. ((1983 Painted Parts List pg 503, 10-82))
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       * 1200S only - Dual-plug Buell Lightning heads (with hotter '​W'​ cams)       * 1200S only - Dual-plug Buell Lightning heads (with hotter '​W'​ cams)
       * 1200S only - Manifold Air Pressure (MAP) Sensor (NO VOES)       * 1200S only - Manifold Air Pressure (MAP) Sensor (NO VOES)
 +  * Paint Colors:
 +      * XL1200S: Vivid Black, color option code (024).
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