Softcover - 640 pages - Harley Davidson XL XLH Sportster 1986 - 2003 Clymer Owners Service & Repair Manual covers the following Sportster XL and XLH models: * XLH883 (1986 - 2003) * XLH883 Custom (1999 - 2003) * XLH883 Deluxe (1986 - 1995) * XLH883 Hugger (1987 - 2003) * XL883R (2002 - 2003) * XLH1100 (1986 - 1987) * XLH1200 (1988 - 2003) * XL1200 Custom (1996 - 2003) * XL1200 Sport (1996 - 2003) Contents: * QUICK REFERENCE DATA * GENERAL INFORMATION Manual organization / Warnings, cautions and notes / Safety / Serial numbers / Fasteners / Shop supplies / Tools / Measuring tools / Electrical system fundamentals / Service methods / Storage / Specifications * TROUBLESHOOTING Starting the engine / Engine performance / Electrical component replacement / Starting system / Charging system / Ignition system (1986-1997 models) / Ignition system (1998-2003 models, except 1200S models) / Ignition system (1998-2003 1200S models) / Fuel system / Engine noises / Engine smoke / Leakdown test / Engine lubrication / Clutch / Transmission / Electrical testing / Electronic speedometer/tachometer / Turn signal module (1991-1996 models) / Turn signal module (1997-2003 models) / Excessive vibration / Front suspension and steering / Brake problems / Specifications * LUBRICATION, MAINTENANCE AND TUNE-UP Maintenance schedule / Oil and filter change / Tune-up / Air filter / Compression test / Spark plugs / Ignition timing adjustment / Specifications * ENGINE TOP END Rocker cover / Cylinder head / Valves and components / Pushrods and covers / Cylinder / Pistons and rings / Oil tank and oil lines / Specifications * ENGINE LOWER END Removal and installation / Valve tappets and guides / Valve tappets / Gearcase cover and timing gears / Oil pump / Oil filter mount / Crankcase and crankshaft / Cylinder studs / Engine break-in / Specifications * PRIMARY DRIVE AND CLUTCH (1986-1990 MODELS) Primary drive cover / Clutch release mechanism / Primary chain adjuster / Primary drive / clutch / Clutch cable / Specifications * PRIMARY DRIVE AND CLUTCH (1991-2003 MODELS) Primary drive cover (1991-1993 models) / Primary drive cover (1994-2003 models) / Clutch release mechanism (1991-1993 models) / Clutch release mechanism (1994-2003 models) / Primary chain adjuster / Primary drive/clutch / Clutch cable / Specifications * FOUR-SPEED TRANSMISSION (1986-1990 MODELS) Transmission / Shifter mechanism / Specifications * FIVE-SPEED TRANSMISSION (1991-2003 MODELS) Transmission / Shift forks and shift drum / Mainshaft and countershaft / Main drive gear / Access door bearings / Right transmission case bearings / Shift mechanism / Specifications * FUEL, EMISSION CONTROL AND EXHAUST SYSTEMS (1986-1987 MODELS) Air filter backplate / Carburetor / Intake manifold / Fuel hose and clamps / Throttle and idle cables / Choke cable / Fuel tank / Fuel shutoff valve / Exhaust system / Evaporative emission control system (California models) / Specifications * FUEL, EMISSION CONTROL AND EXHAUST SYSTEMS (1988-2003 MODELS) Air filter backplate / Carburetor / Intake manifold / Fuel hose and clamps / Throttle and idle cables / Starting enrichment valve (choke) cable / Fuel tank / Fuel shutoff valve (1988-1994 models) / Fuel shutoff valve (1995-2003 models) / Exhaust system (all models except 883R models) / Exhaust system (883R models) / Evaporative emission control system (California models) / Specifications * ELECTRICAL SYSTEM Battery / Charging system / Alternator / Ignition system / Ignition coil / Bank angle sensor / Manifold absolute pressure (MAP) sensor (1998-2003 1200S models) / Starter / Starter solenoid / Lighting system / Electronic speedometer / tachometer / Switches / Horn / Electrical bracket / Turn signal flasher / Turn signal module / Circuit breakers / Fuses / Wiring diagrams / Specifications * WHEELS, TYRES AND SECONDARY DRIVE Motorcycle stands / Front wheel / Front hub / Rear wheel and hub / Drive chain and sprockets / Drive belt and sprockets / Wheel runout / Laced wheels / Disc and cast wheels / Wheel balance / Tyres / Specifications * FRONT SUSPENSION AND STEERING Handlebar / Front fork / Steering head and stem / Steering head bearing / Steering play / Specifications * REAR SUSPENSION Shock absorbers / Swing arm / Specifications * BRAKES Brake fluid selection / Brake service / Front and rear brake pads (1986-1999 models) / Front and rear brake caliper / Front and rear master cylinder / Brake hose and line / Brake disc / Bleeding the system / Brake fluid draining / Flushing the brake system / Specifications * BODY Seat / Front fender / Rear fender / Footrests / Forward foot controls (1999-2003 883C and 1200C models) / Sidestand / Fork lock / Specifications * COLOUR WIRING DIAGRAMS |