Brian wrote:
"1958 XLCH specs: 53.9ci, (883cc), 3.0" x 3.81" bore/stroke, 9:1
compression, 45hp, triplex primary chain, 480lbs, 1.9 gallon
fuel, [another source says 2.25 gallon], (later to be known as the
"Peanut Tank"), 3 qts oil, 115mph. The XLCH had high
domed pistons, light rod tappets, shortened rear fenders, semi-knobby
tires, magneto ignition, roller valve lifters, short dual
pipes, and optional alloy wheels. The XLC had no lights or speedo, it
was strictly offroad."
Hi Brian,
FWIW, I once owned a brand new 1964 XLCH.  The tank was a 2.25 gal including
reserve.  Maybe it was 1.9 gals excluding the reserve.  I used to set my
odometer when I filled up and before I hit 60 miles I was looking for a gas
station.  Had to push it ONCE and learned my lesson.  The tires on mine were
Pirelli "Grass hoppers"  I had the optional mag wheels.  They were really
laced wheels on mag rims.  Dealer said that they reduced the un-sprung
weight.  (I am now buying from his grandson at MSRP, too : - ) The CH was
really fast.  With the bobbed fenders and peanut-shaped tank, the evo
sportster looks a lot more like the XLCH than the old XLH (which I thought
was ugly).  The CH was ahead of its time and was a great bike. You just had
to be careful when you kick started it. After it started, it was fantastic.
Your research is right on!  Thanks for jogging my memory.
JS
99 XLH 1200