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2007 Sportster
50th Anniversary of the Sportster
Model Year Changes
Items noted that changed in 2007: 1)
- Electronic Sequential Port Fuel Injection with O2 sensors
- ALL 2007 models receive the “W” cams, reportedly giving the 883's 15% more torque
- New Speedometer with clock and dual trip meters (and UK dual faced)
- LED Indicators for high beam, oil light, turn signal indicators, and neutral light
- Reduced-effort clutch cable (8% reduction)
- Clutch interlock switch
- Eliminated catalysts in exhaust
- Many connectors are replaced with Molex connectors
- 1“ drive belt with improved carbon fiber
- New Smart Security System (optional)
- 883L model lowered 25.25 in. seat height (new shocks and forks)
- Redesigned oil pump (entire pump retrofits to earlier years, but internal parts don't interchange)
- Intake flanges are redesigned (wider) for better access to fasteners
- Rocker box changed (supposedly to improve sealing)
- 32 Amp charging system (up from 22 amp)
- Reduced effort brake lever (single caliper 11%, dual caliper 14% reduction)
- DOT 4 brake fluid
- Handlebar wiring lengthened by 2” to make bar swaps easier
Vehicle Identification Number (VIN)
Example: 1HD1CV3147K123456 appears on steering head.
Motorcycle Origin | Manufacturer/ Make | Motorcycle Type | Model Designation | Engine Type | Introduction Date | VIN Check Digit | Model Year | Assembly Plant | Sequential Number |
1=To be sold in US 5=To be sold in outside US | HD=Harley Davidson | 1 = 901 cc & up (Heavyweight Motorcycle) | See Models below | 2 = 883CC 3 = 1200CC | 1 = Regular 2 = Mid Year Intro Date 3 = California Models 4 = Cosmetic Changes 5 = Cali\Cosmetic 6 = Cali\Midyear | Can be 0 - 9 or X | 7 = 2007 | K = Kansas City, MO | |
1 | HD | 1 | CV | 3 | 1 | 4 | 7 | K | 123456 |
Specifications
Models
2007 Models (VIN Model codes) 2)
XL 883 Sportster 883 (CN)
XL 883C Sportster 883 Custom (CP)
XL 883L Sportster (CR)
XL 883R Sportster (CS)
XL 1200C Sportster 1200 Custom (CT)
XL 1200R Sportster 1200 Roadster (CV)
XL 1200L Sportster 1200 Low (CX)
XL 50th Anniversary Sportster (CY)
Special Edition7)
- Limited production of 2,000
- Serialized nameplate on handlebar clamp
- Gold “50th” fuel tank emblem
- New “H” silk-screening on side covers
- Seat embroidered
- XL custom rear shocks
XL 1200N Sportster 1200 Nightster (CZ)
External Links
Back to Sportster History Index
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Harley-Davidson 2007 Parts Manual