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There wasn't an XL 1200 in the 70s, also, wasn't the XL a Kick only bike back then???
The XLCH was kick only. The XLH was electric start.
If you put 4 5/8 stroke K-Model flywheels in a 1000cc Sportster it gave you a 72 inch motor. Hope this helps....
I think maybe the key word here is "build"
The bike posted by the OP, is basically a stock Sportster with a few mods. Not what I'd consider a "build", but representative of what you would have seen a lot of in the 70's.
The chopped Sporty that panz4ever posted represents a true 70's build.
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