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I found HD manuals at J&P for 1970-78 XL/XLH/XLCH-1000 (OEM 99484-78). The HD service manual I have is 1970 thru 1975. Shouldnt they be the same manuals? My sportster is a 1976 and if I can save the money from buying another manual that would be the same as I already have, then that be more into the bike. Have anyone used the Harley-Davidson Sportster Repair Manual 1970-2003 — by Haynes? If so whats your opinion?
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There are some differences. First one that pops to mind is that the Bendix carb was used on early '76 models, and then the Keihin was hung on late '76 models. Probably a few other things in there, too.
Can't ever have too many manuals!
I haven't seen that particular Haynes manual, but have used them before. They're OK, and sometimes explain or show something a little different than the factory manual. Overall, I like the MoCo's manual better.
But, ya can't ever have too many manuals!
Can't ever have too many manuals!
I haven't seen that particular Haynes manual, but have used them before. They're OK, and sometimes explain or show something a little different than the factory manual. Overall, I like the MoCo's manual better.
But, ya can't ever have too many manuals!
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I have the haynes manual for 70' thu 03', it's ok for some things and not so good for others, I also have the HD manual for 1970 thu 1978, and I like that one a little better, shows more detail, Between the two of them I was able to put together my 77' Ironhead with little problem, plus the info I got from some of the guys on this fourm. Another thing to mention is the oil pump was different from 76 to 77, You will find that having as many manuals that you can will be a big help. The more info you have the better, Just my opinion. There are other slight varieations from the 75 to the 76, (early 76) It's good to know if yours is a early or later 76 model. Not sure what year but they aslo put a Tillotson carb on the sporty, And 70 and 71 they used a HD model carb, so there are some differences. I would spend the extra money and get a manual for your year, I picked one up off Ebay for 26 bucks. YOu can never have to many.. Good luck..
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I'm going to get both of them. I haven't found a manual for just the 76 sportster yet. I found a parts manual for a 76 sportster though and am going to get it. I'm reading in the manual I have now just getting a feel of what I'm getting myself into. So far theres little differences in it other than my shifter and brake peddle are on opposite sides.
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Harley just kept expanding the manual range as the years went by I believe. There was a 1970 to 1971. Then a 1970 to 1974 (the one I have) and then a 1970 to 1978. So, if you get the 70-78 you are in good shape. The part # on the cover should be 99484-(whatever the two digits of the last year is).
IMO, the Hayes manual is about like the Clymer. A little too general for me and I prefer the factory manuals, but that's only my 2 cents worth.........piniongear
ps: Daryl, I am going to PDF that carb info to you. Have been out of town all weekend.
IMO, the Hayes manual is about like the Clymer. A little too general for me and I prefer the factory manuals, but that's only my 2 cents worth.........piniongear
ps: Daryl, I am going to PDF that carb info to you. Have been out of town all weekend.
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Piniongear,
Thanks, I just got it. The part number for the manual I have is 99484-78, That ranges from 70 to 78. Keep us informed on how things are going. If you have any questions don't hasitate to ask, I am sure someone will be able to help you out. OH yeah, pics,, show lots of pics..
Thanks, I just got it. The part number for the manual I have is 99484-78, That ranges from 70 to 78. Keep us informed on how things are going. If you have any questions don't hasitate to ask, I am sure someone will be able to help you out. OH yeah, pics,, show lots of pics..
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Ok I under stand now the manual I have is 99484-75 and I need to order the one that 99484-76. Thanks for clearing this up for me.
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Hey JD,
You may find a 99484-76 manual but I have never seen one. I think (but am not certain) that the manual following 1974 will be a 99484-78 that covers 1970 to 1978. These manuals have all of the differences and changes on a year to year basis clearly spelled out, so you will do well with that manual. Some years had different carbs, regulators, shift lever location changed over in 1976, etc., etc. These things are all covered in the manual and each of the differences have the respective repair discription covered. That is why a factory manual is so useful compared to a Clymers or Haynes.................piniongear
You may find a 99484-76 manual but I have never seen one. I think (but am not certain) that the manual following 1974 will be a 99484-78 that covers 1970 to 1978. These manuals have all of the differences and changes on a year to year basis clearly spelled out, so you will do well with that manual. Some years had different carbs, regulators, shift lever location changed over in 1976, etc., etc. These things are all covered in the manual and each of the differences have the respective repair discription covered. That is why a factory manual is so useful compared to a Clymers or Haynes.................piniongear
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