This manual covers the Harley-Davidson Sportster models, including the XL and XLH variants, produced between 1986 and 2003. These iconic motorcycles are known for their air-cooled, 45-degree V-twin engines, available in 883 cc, 1102 cc, and 1203 cc displacements, and their classic steel cradle frame design. The Sportster line, with its rich heritage dating back to 1957, represents a significant part of Harley-Davidson's history, offering a blend of performance and enduring style that appeals to riders seeking a genuine American motorcycle experience.
This comprehensive workshop service repair manual provides detailed instructions and specifications for maintaining and repairing your Harley-Davidson Sportster. It covers all major systems, including engine, drivetrain, electrical, and chassis components, with in-depth procedures for troubleshooting, diagnostics, and component replacement. Whether you are performing routine maintenance, tune-ups, or complex engine rebuilding, this manual offers step-by-step guidance, detailed illustrations, and essential technical data to ensure your motorcycle remains in optimal condition.
HARLEY DAVIDSON SPORTSTER XL XLH BIKE 1986-2003 WORKSHOP SERVICE REPAIR MANUAL
THIS MANUAL IS COMPATIBLE WITH THE FOLLOWING COMPUTER OPERATING SYSTEMS:
# ALL WINDOWS VERSION
# ALL MAC VERSION
# YOU NEED THE ADOBE ACROBAT READER TO VIEW THE DOCUMENT AS THE MANUAL IS PDF FORMAT. IF YOUR COMPUTER DON'T HAVE THIS APPLICATION YOU CAN DOWNLOAD AND INSTALL IT FREE FROM ADOBE ACROBAT WEBSITE
# AS THIS MANUAL IS COMING TO YOU IN ZIP FORMAT, YOU NEED TO EXTRACT THE FILE BEFORE USE BY USING WINZIP OR WINRAR SOFTWARE. IF YOUR COMPUTER DON'T HAVE THIS APPLICATION YOU CAN DOWNLOAD AND INSTALL IT FREE FROM WINZIP WEBSITE
APPLICABLE MODEL: SPORTSTER
XLH883 (1986-2003 MODELS)
XLH883 CUSTOM (1999-2003 MODELS)
XLH883 DELUXE (1986-1995 MODELS)
XLH883 HUGGER (1987-2003 MODELS)
XL883R (2002-2003 MODELS)
XLH1100 (1986-1987 MODELS)
XLH1200 (1988-2003 MODELS)
XL1200 CUSTOM (1996-2003 MODELS)
XL1200 SPORT (1996-2003 MODELS)
ENGINE COVERED:
883 cc 2-CYLINDER V-TWIN, 45-DEGREE, AIR-COOLED ENGINE
1102 cc 2-CYLINDER V-TWIN, 45-DEGREE, AIR-COOLED ENGINE
1203 cc 2-CYLINDER V-TWIN, 45-DEGREE, AIR-COOLED ENGINE
CONTENTS:
GENERAL INFORMATION
TROUBLESHOOTING
LUBRICATION
MAINTENANCE AND TUNE UP
TIGHTENING TORQUE
SPECIAL SERVICE TOOLS
ENGINE TOP END
ENGINE LOWER END
CYLINDER HEAD-CYLINDER
VALVE & VALVES COMPONENTS
PISTON & PISTON RINGS
ROCKER ARM-PUSHRODS
CRANKSHAFT & CRANKCASE
SHIFT MECHANISM
CLUTCH & PRIMARY DRIVE
TRANSMISSION
FUEL SYSTEM
EXHAUST SYSTEM
CARBURETOR SYSTEM
INTAKE MANIFOLD
MAINSHAFT & COUNTERSHAFT
EMISSION CONTROL SYSTEM
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
ELECTRICAL COMPONENT & CONNECTOR
CHARGING SYSTEM
IGNITION SYSTEM
BATTERY SYSTEM
STARTER SYSTEM
LIGHTING SYSTEM
WHEEL, HUBS & TIRES
SUSPENSION SYSTEM
STEERING SYSTEM
BRAKE SYSTEM
BODY AND ACCESSORIES
SHOCK ABSORBER
SWING ARAM
WIRING DIAGRAMS
THIS IS A VERY COMPREHENSIVE AND INTUITIVE ELECTRONIC PDF FORMAT WORKSHOP MANUAL WHICH HAS DETAILED ILLUSTRATIONS AS WELL AS STEP BY STEP INSTRUCTIONS WITH PICTURES & DIAGRAMS. ALL PAGES ARE PRINTABLE, SO RUN OFF WHAT YOU NEED AND TAKE IT WITH YOU INTO THE GARAGE OR WORKSHOP. THIS MANUAL ARE YOUR NUMBER ONE SOURCE FOR REPAIR AND SERVICE INFORMATION. THEY ARE SPECIFICALLY WRITTEN FOR THE DO-IT-YOURSELF AS WELL AS THE EXPERIENCED MECHANIC. USING THIS REPAIR MANUAL IS AN INEXPENSIVE WAY TO KEEP YOUR MACHINE/VEHICLE WORKING PROPERLY. EACH MANUAL PROVIDES STEP-BY-STEP INSTRUCTIONS BASED ON THE COMPLETE DIS-ASSEMBLY OF THE MACHINE. SO, IT ALLOWING YOU TO STOP WASTING MONEY ON ROUTINE MAINTENANCE, AND GIVE YOU ALL THE SOLID INFORMATION AND GUIDANCE NEEDED TO PERFORM LARGER REPAIRS AND MODIFICATIONS AT HOME.
HARLEY DAVIDSON SPORTSTER XL XLH BIKE 1986-2003 WORKSHOP SERVICE REPAIR MANUAL
THIS MANUAL IS COMPATIBLE WITH THE FOLLOWING COMPUTER OPERATING SYSTEMS:
# ALL WINDOWS VERSION
# ALL MAC VERSION
# YOU NEED THE ADOBE ACROBAT READER TO VIEW THE DOCUMENT AS THE MANUAL IS PDF FORMAT. IF YOUR COMPUTER DON'T HAVE THIS APPLICATION YOU CAN DOWNLOAD AND INSTALL IT FREE FROM ADOBE ACROBAT WEBSITE
# AS THIS MANUAL IS COMING TO YOU IN ZIP FORMAT, YOU NEED TO EXTRACT THE FILE BEFORE USE BY USING WINZIP OR WINRAR SOFTWARE. IF YOUR COMPUTER DON'T HAVE THIS APPLICATION YOU CAN DOWNLOAD AND INSTALL IT FREE FROM WINZIP WEBSITE
APPLICABLE MODEL: SPORTSTER
XLH883 (1986-2003 MODELS)
XLH883 CUSTOM (1999-2003 MODELS)
XLH883 DELUXE (1986-1995 MODELS)
XLH883 HUGGER (1987-2003 MODELS)
XL883R (2002-2003 MODELS)
XLH1100 (1986-1987 MODELS)
XLH1200 (1988-2003 MODELS)
XL1200 CUSTOM (1996-2003 MODELS)
XL1200 SPORT (1996-2003 MODELS)
ENGINE COVERED:
883 cc 2-CYLINDER V-TWIN, 45-DEGREE, AIR-COOLED ENGINE
1102 cc 2-CYLINDER V-TWIN, 45-DEGREE, AIR-COOLED ENGINE
1203 cc 2-CYLINDER V-TWIN, 45-DEGREE, AIR-COOLED ENGINE
CONTENTS:
GENERAL INFORMATION
TROUBLESHOOTING
LUBRICATION
MAINTENANCE AND TUNE UP
TIGHTENING TORQUE
SPECIAL SERVICE TOOLS
ENGINE TOP END
ENGINE LOWER END
CYLINDER HEAD-CYLINDER
VALVE & VALVES COMPONENTS
PISTON & PISTON RINGS
ROCKER ARM-PUSHRODS
CRANKSHAFT & CRANKCASE
SHIFT MECHANISM
CLUTCH & PRIMARY DRIVE
TRANSMISSION
FUEL SYSTEM
EXHAUST SYSTEM
CARBURETOR SYSTEM
INTAKE MANIFOLD
MAINSHAFT & COUNTERSHAFT
EMISSION CONTROL SYSTEM
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
ELECTRICAL COMPONENT & CONNECTOR
CHARGING SYSTEM
IGNITION SYSTEM
BATTERY SYSTEM
STARTER SYSTEM
LIGHTING SYSTEM
WHEEL, HUBS & TIRES
SUSPENSION SYSTEM
STEERING SYSTEM
BRAKE SYSTEM
BODY AND ACCESSORIES
SHOCK ABSORBER
SWING ARAM
WIRING DIAGRAMS
THIS IS A VERY COMPREHENSIVE AND INTUITIVE ELECTRONIC PDF FORMAT WORKSHOP MANUAL WHICH HAS DETAILED ILLUSTRATIONS AS WELL AS STEP BY STEP INSTRUCTIONS WITH PICTURES & DIAGRAMS. ALL PAGES ARE PRINTABLE, SO RUN OFF WHAT YOU NEED AND TAKE IT WITH YOU INTO THE GARAGE OR WORKSHOP. THIS MANUAL ARE YOUR NUMBER ONE SOURCE FOR REPAIR AND SERVICE INFORMATION. THEY ARE SPECIFICALLY WRITTEN FOR THE DO-IT-YOURSELF AS WELL AS THE EXPERIENCED MECHANIC. USING THIS REPAIR MANUAL IS AN INEXPENSIVE WAY TO KEEP YOUR MACHINE/VEHICLE WORKING PROPERLY. EACH MANUAL PROVIDES STEP-BY-STEP INSTRUCTIONS BASED ON THE COMPLETE DIS-ASSEMBLY OF THE MACHINE. SO, IT ALLOWING YOU TO STOP WASTING MONEY ON ROUTINE MAINTENANCE, AND GIVE YOU ALL THE SOLID INFORMATION AND GUIDANCE NEEDED TO PERFORM LARGER REPAIRS AND MODIFICATIONS AT HOME.
