Production of the harleydavidson sportster began in 1957, with the bike featuring many design similarities with its predecessor, the model k, and powered by a. Harley davidson motorcycle xlh sportster motorcycle. And the rule book said overhead valve machines were limited to 500ccs. For all your harley davidson motorcycle parts, accessories, and gear, turn to our online motorcycle parts and accessories store. View comments, questions and answers at the 1981 harleydavidson xlh sportster discussion group. Discussions for every bike bikez has discussion forums for every bike. So whether youre looking for an hardtail frame for you ironhead, a new set of drag pipes or fresh controls, we have the parts to help you. Sportster history 1980 1985 article by mark trotta. The front end of this oldschool harley bobber has got a wide glide fork with a great looking oldschool style 21 inch 40 spoke wire wheel and a slick avon. The harleydavidson sportster is an american motorcycle that was introduced in 1957 as a competitor for the highperformance bikes being produced by the british that were selling in the united states in huge numbers.
Clymer motorcycle repair manuals are written specifically for the doityourself enthusiast. The 1985 harley davidson xlh sportster and all other motorcycles made 18942020. Find 1983 to 1985 harley davidson sportsters for sale on oodle classifieds. Ironhead sportster carburetor support bracket for 19571985 harleydavidson sportsters.
It was aimed at the european imports but failed to gain favor as did similar efforts by indian. Jun 14, 2014 1985 harley davidson xlx ironhead aurimas jurcius. When the first sportsters rolled out of the harleydavidson factory in 1957, they were. What are common mechanical problems with a 1980 harley. Sportster models are designated in harleydavidsons product code by beginning with xl. Harley davidson sportster models service manual repair 1979. But it can be painted back to original black easily. This bike was a reply to the britbike challenge, and hot rodders immediately set to work matching its great looks with increased performance. Engine parts for harleydavidson ironhead sportster xl. The 1985 harley davidson xlx 61 and all other motorcycles made 18942020. The ironhead was a harleydavidson motorcycle engine, so named because of the composition of the cylinder heads iron instead of aluminium.
Transforming or simply updating your harley ironhead sportster. The names harley, harley davidson, hd, sportster, softail and evolution are only used for reference. You can sign up for email notifications when other riders answer you. Harley davidson service manual online sportster xlh xl xlch. Coil is good, new spark plugs, good wires, crane cams hi4 module, new mikuni vm389 carb, tappet clearance. The harleydavidson sportster is a line of motorcycles produced continuously since 1957 by harleydavidson. Genuine 197780 harley xlh ironhead sportster cam gear cover 2522280 nos. This engine then gets the power to the rear wheel with a chain driven transmission. Mike from nashville, tennessee, usa, made available these pictures of his harley oldschool short chop which has a 1980 sportster ironhead engine in a paughco hardtail frame.
Buy 1985 harley davidson xlx gas tank, manufacturer. Harley davidson 1983 xlx 61 cc ironhead sportster duration. Weld on harley sportster hardtail kit for stock width wheel and tire 150 series tires. Join millions of people using oodle to find unique used motorcycles, used roadbikes, used dirt bikes, scooters, and mopeds for sale. Motorcycle parts for 1985 harleydavidson sportster. It has won several best in show titles at the dc armory show in the late 80s and still turns heads today. Ironhead sportster harley davidson motorcyle parts. Ironhead technical stickys index tuneups, rebuilds, etc, etc, etc ironhead sportster motorcycle talk 19571985. Weldon harley sportster hardtail kit fits 150 tire. Nash motorcycle company evokes great nostalgia in this 1976 harleydavidson ironhead. This part was pulled from a year1975 make harley davidson model sportster ironhead mileageunknown. Theyre still pretty cheap and readily available, easy to get parts for, and you can build it dozens of different ways. Download 1985 harley sportster service manual xlh xls xlx xl.
The sportster is still in production 60 years later, and the ironhead has the longest production history of any sportster engine. We use oem parts in repairs and dont depreciate anything. Ironhead orange embroidered iron on sew on harley biker patch. Free shipping, no hassle returns and the lowest prices guaranteed. When the first sportsters rolled out of the harleydavidson factory in 1957, they were powered by the iconic ironhead motorwhich would remain in production until 1985. Its a 1983 ironhead sportster commissioned by alex parros who already has two dp customs machines named grabber blue cafe and look right. Clymer manuals 1959 1985 harley davidson sportster manual. Find 1985 harley davidson sportsters for sale on oodle classifieds. From basic maintenance to troubleshooting to complete overhaul, clymer manuals provide the information you need. Accelerating anywhere above 2,000 rpm, downshifting was not really necessary. Your guide to the best ironhead sportster customs bike exif. Right now, they are making two or three motorcycles at a time.
On pre1973 cases, a common crack area is the righthand lower transmission area. The ohv ironhead sportster debuted in 1957 replacing the flathead k. Select a 1985 harleydavidson xlh sportster trade in. Harleydavidson sportster motorcycle 19591985 service. Dennis kirk carries more 1985 harleydavidson sportster xlx products than any other aftermarket vendor and we have them all at the lowest guaranteed prices.
The most important tool in your tool box may be your clymer manual, get one today. Harley davidson xlh sportster engine and transmission. Ironhead technical stickys index tuneups, rebuilds, etc, etc, etc. Need some help and advice on what might be going on with the rear cylinder backfiring. As it happens, 1985 was the final year of the now legendary ironhead engine before the evolution engine made its. Most of the problems stem from its solid mounted engine and poor electrics. Oem 3756171 harley ironhead sportster clutch basket hub 71e84 xlh xlch xls this clutch boss is in good condition with minor cosmetic flaws. While youre at it, be sure to check out our great diy items like our builders exhaust kits for both ironhead and evo sportys as well as our premium spun steel. Harley davidson sportster specs 1984, 1985 autoevolution. Weve got the parts to help you do it and they all ship fast and free.
The ironhead sportster, arguably the loudest and meanestsounding vtwin ever, enjoyed a 28year production run. Apr 28, 2020 buy products related to 1980 sportster parts and see what customers say about 1980 sportster parts on free delivery possible on eligible purchases. Its enough to survive but if they keep making creations like defensor, they should be quickly getting ahead of the game. Harley ironhead sportster the original factory hot rod. Mike from nashville, tennessee, usa, made available these pictures of his harley oldschool short chop which has a 1980 sportster ironhead engine in a paughco hardtail frame mike says this ironhead chopper was built by pablo at old school customs in miami. It spent many years as a show bike and then stored in shop. Oem factory harleydavidson xlch, xlh ironhead sportster.
Harley davidson sportster models service manual repair 1979 1985 xlch xlh xls instant download of a repair manual for 1979 1985 harley davidson sportster and roadster motorcycles. The engine is a twocylinder, two valves per cylinder, pushrod vtwin. Considered by many sportster purists as the last real harley engine, the ironhead is the throbbing powerhouse that lends heart and soul to a long line of sportsters produced from 1957 to 1985. Ironhead sportster carburetor support bracket for 19571985. Unless you want to become a harley mechanic in short order, get the 883. Instant download 1985 harley davidson sportster service manual repair, information you need to fix your problems now. New listing 6 harley xl sportster 1983 1985 oem nos emissions control sticker 1407484. Best selection and great deals for 1985 harleydavidson sportster xlh items. I can tell you this is the nicest ironhead that i have ever seen. Wait until youve become conversant with harley maintenance and own a bucket of loctite before buying an ironhead 19571985. When i bought the bike from the usa it was on the road it had the equivalent of an mot. Identifying and inspecting ironhead sportster engine cases. It needs the brakes overhauling, a new chain, a service, and new front fork seals. Models include 1985 sportster xlh xlh xls xls xlx xlx xl xl motorcycles.
The hagerty motorcycle valuation tool is designed to help you learn how to value your 1985 harleydavidson xlx sportster and assess the current state of the classic motorcycle market. Sportster hardtail kit is designed to be the highest quality, most complete, and easiest to install kit on the market. That was, in my opinion, the best motor harley put in the sportster. It was produced from 1957 until 1985 and was replaced by the evolution engine in 1986. When the ironhead sportster first appeared in 1957, it combined hightech fourcam ohv design with the reliability of cast iron cylinder heads. Find 1980 harley davidson sportsters for sale on oodle classifieds. Covers complete tear down and rebuild, pictures and part diagrams, torque specs, maintenance, troubleshooting, etc. Harley davidson xlh sportster genuine motorcycle parts. Oem 3756171 harley ironhead sportster clutch basket hub 71. When jp decided to take on a 1985 harleydavidson ironhead sportster he knew he was taking on an entirely different beast to the european and japanese motorcycles hed build previously.
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The boys even based it on bikes from old photos of which they had plenty. Twisted choppers shop exhaust sportster xl ironhead 7185. Powering the sporty for years, the ironhead brought with it a new wave of performance. Free shipping on many items browse your favorite brands affordable prices.
The harley davidson xlh sportster is a 4 stroke, naked bike bike with a air cooled 997. With production trimmed in anticipation of the new aluminumhead evolution engine, less than 7,000 sportsters were built in 1985. Harley ironhead engine parts the birth of the now world famous hd sportster also brought about the now legendary harley ironhead engine. May 29, 2017 the harleydavidson ironhead sportster.
There are things in its past you should know about. Should i get the 1982 xlh ironhead or 2003 sportster 883. The engine and chassis numbers match and confirm it is a 1985 model. While the 1980s brought us highrevving, multicylinder motorcycles with 10,000 redlines, the harleydavidson sportster was still getting it done at 5,500 rpm. Not only that, but we have them all instock and ready to ship today. Best selection and great deals for 1985 harleydavidson sportster xlx items. Wait until youve become conversant with harley maintenance and own a bucket of loctite before buying an ironhead 1957 1985. Sporty ironheads harley ironhead sportster link directory. The old iron head sporty was a lot faster than any other stock harley at that time, other than the xr750. It has had national attention and has been featured in issue.
All xlh models were electricstart, but xlch motors were kickonly and would use. It vaulted the moco into contention with the very competitive british and japanese cruisers that were coming over to the u. This website uses cookies for visitor traffic analysis. Ironhead sportster project classic motorcycle build. It was produced from 1957 until 1985 and was replaced by the evolution engine in 1986 this name was applied to the harleydavidson sportster motorcycles that used this engine. But then we spot a delightful little fourspeed ironhead like this 1981 xls. Not only is the bike really well kept but it runs out great and she has. Iron head one of 640 manufactured in 1985, the last year of production.
Its an ironhead sportster with a magneto and done up like the old drag racers in hot rod magazine. In 1952, the predecessors to the sportster, the model k sport and sport solo motorcycles, were introduced. The harleydavidson ironhead motor is the main reason for the enduring success of the sportster. Free shipping on many items browse your favorite brands. Find the best deal on automotive parts at a napa auto parts store near me.
The 1985 my harley davidson xlh sportster is suitable for those riders who want a typical american cruiser. If you have a question about your bike, or need to fix something, your probably not the first. Mike says this ironhead chopper was built by pablo at old school customs in miami. Harley davidson h, ch, xlch, xlh, xlcr, xlx, xl and xl sportster manual. Vintage harley, flathead, shovelhead, ironhead, harley davidson, chopper, bobber, wla, panhead, cadmium plated harley parts, harley restoration, sportster, softail. Sportster history 19801985 classic motorcycle build. It is a uk bike first registered in 1985 an xlh cc sportster the last of the ironhead models before the evolution motor was introduced.
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