What does the C stand for in XLCH?
C – Also in 1958 was the XLCH. The C was intended to mean “Competition”. CR- Cafe racer style, with bikini fairing. LT- Touring, with bigger tank, thicker seat, and hard bags. That “Pull the Trigger” ad is one of my all-time favorites.
What’s the difference between a XLCH and XLR?
Differences between the XLR and the XLCH were mostly engine modifications. Different heads and cams were used, and ball-bearings were used at the crankshaft ends to reduce friction. Produced in limited quantities, the XLR weighed about 300 pounds and properly tuned, could put out 80-horsepower.
What does XLCH mean on an Ironhead?
View Full Version : Ironhead What Does Xlch Mean. The accepted definition of the times was XL=sportster CH=Competition Hot. Which meant higher compression, larger valve openings, lighter lifters, bigger cam. Originally it was for the flat trackers, even came with offroad style semi-knobby tires.
When did the XLCH neck casting number come out?
An XLCH, not coming out until 1958, will have a -58 neck casting number on the neck. Note: It was common for the Motor Company to use a previous year’s frame to build a present year bike, simply because they were already made.
C – Also in 1958 was the XLCH. The C was intended to mean “Competition”. CR- Cafe racer style, with bikini fairing. LT- Touring, with bigger tank, thicker seat, and hard bags. That “Pull the Trigger” ad is one of my all-time favorites.
View Full Version : Ironhead What Does Xlch Mean. The accepted definition of the times was XL=sportster CH=Competition Hot. Which meant higher compression, larger valve openings, lighter lifters, bigger cam. Originally it was for the flat trackers, even came with offroad style semi-knobby tires.
Differences between the XLR and the XLCH were mostly engine modifications. Different heads and cams were used, and ball-bearings were used at the crankshaft ends to reduce friction. Produced in limited quantities, the XLR weighed about 300 pounds and properly tuned, could put out 80-horsepower.
An XLCH, not coming out until 1958, will have a -58 neck casting number on the neck. Note: It was common for the Motor Company to use a previous year’s frame to build a present year bike, simply because they were already made.