Description
This 1959-1985 Harley-Davidson Sportster Motorcycle Service Repair Manual by Clymer provides detailed service information, step-by-step repair instruction and maintenance specifications for 1959, 1960, 1961, 1962, 1963, 1964, 1965, 1966, 1967, 1968, 1969 Harley-Davidson Sportster H, 1959, 1960, 1961, 1962, 1963, 1964, 1965, 1966, 1967, 1968, 1969 Harley-Davidson Sportster CH, 1973, 1974, 1975, 1976, 1977 Harley-Davidson Sportster XL, 1970, 1971, 1972, 1978, 1979, 1980, 1981, 1982, 1983, 1984, 1985 Harley-Davidson Sportster XLH, 1970, 1971, 1972, 1978, 1979, 1980 Harley-Davidson Sportster XLCH, 1980, 1981, 1982, 1983, 1984, 1985 Harley-Davidson Sportster XLS, 1977, 1978 Harley-Davidson Sportster XLCR, and 1983, 1984, 1985 Harley-Davidson Sportster XLX motorcycles.
Includes everything you need to know to perform tune-up and routine maintenance on the engine, clutch and transmission, fuel and exhaust, ignition system, steering and suspension, wheels, brakes and tires, electrical system, frame and body. Features complete wiring diagrams and 376 illustrated pages.
This 1959-1985 Harley-Davidson Sportster workshop manual includes the following repair topics:
QUICK REFERENCE DATA
GENERAL INFORMATION
Manual organization, Notes, cautions and warnings, Safety first, Service hints, Torque specifications, Fasteners, Lubricants, Parts replacement, Basic hand tools, Test equipment, Mechanic’s tips
TROUBLESHOOTING
Operating requirements, Troubleshooting instruments, Emergency troubleshooting, Engine starting, Engine performance, Engine noises, Engine lubrication, Clutch, Transmission, Charging system, Starting system, Electrical problems, Ignition system, Breaker point ignition troubleshooting, Breakerless ignition troubleshooting, Excessive vibration, Carburetor troubleshooting, Front suspension and steering, Brake problems
PERIODIC LUBRICATION, MAINTENANCE AND TUNE-UP
Maintenance intervals, Routing checks, Tires, Battery, Periodic lubrication, Periodic maintenance, Suspension adjustment, Tune-up, Breaker point ignition service, Magneto, Breakerless ignition system (1979), Breakerless ignition system (1980-on), Carburetor adjustments
ENGINE
Engine principles, Servicing engine in frame, Engine, Pushrods, Valves and valve components, Cylinder, Oil pump (1959-1976), Oil pump (1977-1985), Gearcase, Tappets and guides, Crankcase, Drive sprocket and seal, Engine seals, Starter drive shaft and housing (1967-1980)
CLUTCH, PRIMARY DRIVE, KICKSTARTER AND TRANSMISSION
Clutch, Primary chain, Kickstarter, Transmission, Shifter mechanism, Shifter linkage (1975-1976)
FUEL, EXHAUST AND EMISSION CONTROL SYSTEMS
Air cleaner, Carburetors, Throttle cable replacement, Fuel shutoff valve, Fuel tank, Exhaust system, Emission control (1985 California models)
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Charging system (1959-early 1984), Charging system (late 1984-1985), Magneto ignition system (1959-1968), Battery ignition, Ignition system (1979), Ignition system (1980-on), Ignition coil, Starter, Starter solenoid, Lighting system, Switches, Horn, Fuses and circuit breakers
FRONT SUSPENSION AND STEERING
Front wheel, Front hub, Wheel balance, Tire changing, Tire repairs (tube-type tires), Tire repairs (tubeless type), Handlebar and throttle control, Steering head, Front fork
REAR SUSPENSION
Rear wheel, Rear hub, Driven sprocket assembly, Drive chain, Wheel balancing, Tire changing, Rear swing arm, Shock absorbers
BRAKES
Drum brakes, Front drum brakes (1959-1972), Rear drum brakes (1959-1978), Disc brakes, Brake pad replacement, Brake caliper, Front master cylinder, Rear master cylinder, Brake disc (front and rear), Bleeding the system
INDEX
WIRING DIAGRAMS
