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Bill
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Bill asked in Cars & TransportationMotorcycles · 1 decade ago

Are 1983 Sportster XLH and Roadster XLS parts interchangeable?

I've just purchased my first HD and while looking for parts, I've noticed a lot for the Roadster, but not as much for the Sportster. I think they should be the same, but just wanted to make sure.

Update:

Thanks guys! Off to J&P for some shopping now.

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  • vtwin_doc
    Lv 6
    1 decade ago
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    Most parts will interchange, the Roadster IS is Sportster...with a custom tank and dash instead of the traditional "peanut" Sportster tank. The motors, frame, swingarm, frontend, etc are all the same.

    Source(s): 20yr HD Tech. MMI Grad 1991 and 2009. Factory trained by HD (Buell Certified), Big Dog, American Ironhorse, Titan, and Indian
  • Dan
    Lv 7
    1 decade ago

    The mechanicals are the same, the trim pieces may differ.

  • mycle1000
    Lv 5
    1 decade ago

    yes, most parts will interchange.

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