Model Production Numbers

• XLH 883 5,227
• XLH 883 Hugger 4,040
• XLH 883 Deluxe 1,298
• XLH 1200 4,598
• XR-750 Engine Kits (only)

Colors

• XL 883 and XL 883 Hugger: Vivid Black, Bright Candy Plum, Bright Candy Ruby, Bright Candy Hi-Fi Blue. ¹⁾
• XL 1200: Vivid Black, Bright Candy Ruby, Dark Candy Ruby/ Bright Candy Ruby, Candy Hi-Fi Blue/ Silver. ²⁾

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.³⁾

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 ⁴⁾.

• 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.⁵⁾

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 1990 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 = 1200cc 4 = 883cc	CA = XLH 883 XLH 1200 CE = XLH 883 Hugger CF = XLH 883 Deluxe	M = 883cc P = 1200cc	1 = Regular 3 = Calif 4 = Special	Can be 0 - 9 or X	L = 1990	Y = York, PA	6 Digits (varies)
Example: (1HD4CAM16LY110016) designates a 1989 XLH 1200, stamped on the steering head with a sticker VIN on the steering head also. The abbreviated VIN appears on engine right case (CAML 110016)
Example VIN on Frame Reads
1	HD	4	CA	M	1	6	L	Y	110016
Example Abbreviated VIN on Case Reads
			CA	M			L		110016

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 (CAML 110016).

• Model Designations: XLH-883, XLH-883 Hugger, XLH-883 Deluxe, XLH-1200

• Wheelbase: ⁶⁾
  • XLH-883 / XLH-883 Deluxe, 60 in / 152.40 cm
  • XLH-883 Hugger, 60.5 in / 153.67 cm
  • XLH-1200, 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-1200, 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-1200, 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-1200, 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-1200, 6.75 in / 17.145 cm

• Engine type: 4 cycle Overhead Valves, 45 degree V2
• Displacement:
  • 883cc: 53.9 ci
  • 1200cc: 73.3 ci
• Compression Ratio: 9:1
• Bore:
  • 883: 3 in / 76.2 mm
  • 1200: 3.498 in / 88.8492 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 ⁷⁾
    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.⁸⁾

What is the Current KBB Value? ⁹⁾

• Colors: Solid and Candy

What is the Current KBB Value? ¹⁰⁾

• Colors: Solid and Candy

What is the Current KBB Value? ¹¹⁾

• Colors: Solid and Candy

What is the Current KBB Value? ¹²⁾

• Colors: Solid, Candy and Two Tone

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