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Old Sep 23, 2023 | 10:16 AM
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Yeah I figured. Thanks John, I'll head over there.
 
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Old Sep 23, 2023 | 11:07 AM
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Here are a few images of a maroon 1973 XLH-1000.

I Can't imagine that the XLCH-1000 paint job is any different, I hope the images are of help to you.

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Old Sep 23, 2023 | 11:12 AM
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Originally Posted by 84ceejay
Thanks for all the responses. From what I've found I think black blue band white were the original colors, but it was the 70's! I will try and get a picture of the tank on here today.
I hope you checked the link I posted to the Mecum auction bike that was fully restored.
Here's the tank decals you need on ebay: https://www.ebay.com/itm/294633897556?chn=ps&norover=1&mkevt=1&mkrid=711-117182-37290-0&mkcid=2&mkscid=101&itemid=294633897556&targetid= 1645685074288&device=c&mktype=pla&googleloc=903297 7&poi=&campaignid=20382336195&mkgroupid=1517208258 19&rlsatarget=aud-1297930287258la-1645685074288&abcId=9316953&merchantid=6296724&gcl id=CjwKCAjwmbqoBhAgEiwACIjzEFtw1Of3bk1ZFEVQuP0Qb2i vzwH2IHCJILQgparE80Wkcg0PAC4fwBoCW40QAvD_BwE
 
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Old Sep 23, 2023 | 11:23 AM
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Yes I have looked at everything you guys have sent. Thank you! Boy you guys are on it. That maroon one sure is nice! I very much appreciate all the responses.
 
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Originally Posted by Rob Roy's Revenge
Here are a few images of a maroon 1973 XLH-1000.

I Can't imagine that the XLCH-1000 paint job is any different, I hope the images are of help to you.

AR



I love it. Great looking bike. The old iron has character that anything new just can’t come close to.
 
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