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   * XLT: \\ Confirmed colors for XLT from TSB #M-719 are Vivid Black, Vivid Blue, Brilliant Red, Charcoal Silver and Vivid Brown. \\
   * Confederate Edition: ((Customer Service letter 787475 dated October 16,2007 https://www.motorcycleclassics.com/classic-american-motorcycles/harley-davidson-confederate)) \\ Charcoal Silver. \\ Rebel flag decal R(61650-77) and L(61651-77) on each side of the gas tank. \\ Front fender decal (59100-77) resembling the insignia that was on the caps of the Confederate soldiers during the Civil War. \\ Additionally there were a reported 44 Harley Confederate FLH motorcycles and 228 Harley Confederate Super Glide motorcycles. ((http://www.caimag.com/wordpress/2009/01/04/hidden-harley-1977-harley-confederte-edition-motorcycle/))
 ====== Vehicle Identification ======
 ===== Frame VIN Numbers =====
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   * The engine VIN is stamped on the right side of the engine crankcase between the cylinders.
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+====== Related Manuals and Documentation ======
+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__. \\
+**Factory Service Manuals (FSM)**; \\
+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. \\
+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. \\
+[[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. \\
+However, IT IS NOT INTENDED TO BE AN ASSEMBLY MANUAL. \\
+And some of the exploded views are confusing or not related to each other on the same pages. \\
+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. \\
+**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|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. \\
+**Suggested Manuals**: \\
+  * **Factory Service Manual (FSM)**:
+    * **Original**: 1970-1977 Sportster XL/XLH/XLCH-1000 Service Manual (99484-77)
+    * **Latest Edition**: 1970-1978 Sportster XL/XLH/XLCH/XLT-1000 Service Manual (99484-78)
+  * **Factory Parts Catalogs**:
+    * **Original**: 1954-1977 XLH/XLCH-1000 Parts Catalog Supplement (99451-77A)
+      * Issued August,1976.
+      * Updates the 1954-1976 full parts catalog (99451-76A).
+      * Lists closest to original parts available for 1977 models.
+        * **Use With**: 1954-1976 XLH/XLCH-1000 Parts Catalog (99451-76A). \\ Issued May, 1976. Full catalog and lists parts available in 1976 for 1954-1976 models.
+    * **Latest Edition**: 1954-1978 Sportster XLH/XLCH-1000 Parts Catalog (99451-78B)
+      * Issued in 1989.
+      * Full catalog and lists parts available in 1989 for 1954-1978 models.
+      * Includes some parts that were not available in the -78A catalog.
+  * **Factory Owners Manual**:
+    * 1977 XL-1000/XLCH-1000 Owners Manual (99466-77)
+**Pics of Manual Covers**. \\
+Below are pics of used manual covers (original and latest editions) related to 1977 model Sportsters. \\
+See the full list of pertinent catalogs in the link above.  \\
+Click on any pic below to enlarge: \\
+|  1970-1977 FSM (99484-77)  |  1970-1978 FSM (99484-78) \\ (latest)  |  1977 Owners Manual (99466-77)  |
+|{{:sportster_history:l001-fsm-1977_edition_cover_99484-77_for_1970-1977.jpg?direct&200|}}|{{sportster_history:l001-fsm-1978_edition_cover_99484-78_for_1970-1978.jpg?direct&200|}}|{{:sportster_history:l003-om-1977_edition_cover_99466-77.jpg?direct&200|}}|
+|  1954-1976 \\ Parts Catalog (99451-76A)  |  1954-1977 Parts \\ Catalog Supplement (99451-77A)  |  1954-1978 \\ Parts Catalog (99451-78B)  |
+|{{:sportster_history:l002-pc-1976_edition_cover_99451-76a_for_1954-1976.jpg?direct&200|}}|{{:sportster_history:l002-pc-1977_edition_cover_99451-77a_supplement.jpg?direct&200|}}|{{:sportster_history:l002-pc-1978_edition_cover_99451-78b_for_1954-1978.jpg?direct&200|}}|
+===== The Ironhead Multi-Year Parts Catalog Curse =====
+Below is a summary of an article on the Sportsterpedia Parts Catalogs page regarding parts book errors. \\
+You can also read the full article from this link: [[techtalk:miscres:miscres12#the_ironhead_multi-year_parts_catalog_curse|The Ironhead Multi-Year Parts Catalog Curse]]. \\
+Due to all of the errors and non corrected editions, it's always a good idea to acquire several year parts catalogs surrounding your year model. \\
+Which year catalogs you'll need will depend on many factors but the main Parts Catalog page in the Sportsterpedia will help you decide which ones you need. \\
+[[techtalk:miscres:miscres12|Click Here]] to see the Parts Catalog page. A full chart of all the parts catalogs made for Ironheads is at the bottom of the page. \\
+  * Not all multi-year catalogs will list factory installed parts on your bike.
+  * You may need several year catalogs to determine factory installed parts for your year model.
+  * Some parts first appeared or only appeared in Parts Supplements, Service Bulletins or other literature
+  * Later catalogs may show parts for older models that were never factory installed on them.
+  * Some catalogs have missing parts and/or missing models in some parts listings.
+  * Some illustrations do not have a part number listed.
+  * Drawings may or may not look like your part number.
+  * Some exploded parts diagrams show the assembly in the wrong order or missing pieces.
+  * There may be misleading information about parts that fit your year model.
+  * Fastener lengths and thread pitch may change depending on catalog used.
+  * The MoCo knew about and tried to correct at least some of the parts catalog mistakes.
+===== Search the Sportsterpedia =====
+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. \\
+===== 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)) \\
+Click on any illustration below to enlarge. \\
+{{:sportster_history:1977_xlch1000_illust_left_side.jpg?direct&400|}} {{:sportster_history:1977_xlch1000_illust_right_side.jpg?direct&400|}} \\
+{{:sportster_history:1977_xlh1000_illust_left_side.jpg?direct&400|}} {{:sportster_history:1977_xlh1000_illust_right_side.jpg?direct&400|}} \\
+General dimension drawing for 1973-1978 XLH / XLCH frames: \\
+{{:sportster_history:illust_-_frame_dims_-_general_1973-1978_xlh_xlch.png?direct&400|}} \\
 ====== Specifications ======
 [[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. \\
 ==== Model Designations ====
   * XL, XLH, XLCH
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       * Gap: .025"-.030"
   * [[techtalk:ih:carb01#keihin_butterfly_or_non-cv_carb_late_1976-1987|Fuel System]]: Keihin (non-cv) Butterfly carburetor.
+  * Starter
+    * XLCH: [[techtalk:ih:engctl03|Kick Start]] only.
+    * XLH: [[techtalk:ih:engctl02|Electric Start]] only (Prestolite).
 ==== Capacities =====
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     * Rear 3.50 x 18
-===== Models =====
+====== Models ======
 ===== XLT 1000 Touring =====
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 ==== Dimensions ====
   * Wheel Base: 58-1/2" ((1977 HD XLT Owners Manual Supplement pg 3))
   * Overall Length: 87-1/4" ((1977 HD XLT Owners Manual Supplement pg 3))
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   * Road Clearance:7" ((1977 HD XLT Owners Manual Supplement pg 3))
   * Saddle Height: 29" ((1977 HD XLT Owners Manual Supplement pg 3))
 ==== Drivetrain ====
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     * 3rd: 5.82 ((1977 HD XLT Owners Manual Supplement pg 3))
     * 4th: 4.22 ((1977 HD XLT Owners Manual Supplement pg 3))
   * Performance
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   * Lean Angle, Right (deg.):
   * Lean Angle, Left (deg.):
 ==== Ignition ====
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   * Spark Timing: Retard 10° (1/32") BTDC / Advance 40° (17/32") BTDC  ((1977 HD XLT Owners Manual Supplement pg 3))
 What is the Current KBB Value? ((http://www.kbb.com/motorcycles/harley-davidson/xlt-sportster-1000-touring/1977-harley-davidson-xlt-sportster-1000-touring/trade-in/))
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   *
 What's the Current KBB Value?  ((http://www.kbb.com/motorcycles/harley-davidson/xlcr-cafe-racer/1977-harley-davidson-xlcr-cafe-racer/trade-in/))
 ===== XLH 1000 =====
   *
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 {{sportster_history:1977_confederate_edition_pic10_by_simeli.jpg?direct&300|}} ((photo by simeli of the XLFORUM)){{sportster_history:1977_confederate_edition_pic_11_by_simeli.jpg?direct&300|}} ((photo by simeli of the XLFORUM)){{sportster_history:1977_confederate_edition_pic_12_by_simeli.jpg?direct&300|}} ((photo by simeli of the XLFORUM)) \\
 ===== XLCH 1000 =====

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