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IH: Body Parts - Sub-01I
1970-1972 XLH, XLCH Sportster Frame Pics
Click Here to reference Sportster VIN Information in the History section of the Sportsterpedia.
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The 1970-1972 frames were basically the same overall frames.
- 1970-1971 frames were respective to either XLH or XLCH oil tank brackets etc.
- The 1972 frame is universal as it has provisions for both XLH and XLCH models.
- The bracket is there for the XLH oil tank on the right seat post but unused for XLCH.
- The frame has 2 threaded holes under the seat casting for the XLCH oil tank bracket but unused for XLH.
- The channel on the left seat post has threaded holes in the top and bottom for the each's battery tray.
(lower only used for XLH, both used for XLCH)
The frame below is from a 1971 XLH.