Harley Davidson VRSC 2013-2023 Identification and Specifications User Manual
Identification
VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION NUMBER (V.I.N.)
General
See Figure 3. A unique 17-digit serial or Vehicle Identification Number (V.I.N.) is assigned to each motorcycle. For a description of each item in the V.I.N., refer to Table 2.
Location
See Figure 2. The full 17-digit V.I.N. is stamped on the right side of the frame on the steering head. In some destinations, a printed V.I.N. label is also attached to the left frame tube above the front engine cylinder.
Abbreviated V.I.N.
An abbreviated V.I.N. showing the vehicle model, engine type, model year, and sequential number is stamped on the left side of the crankcase below the rear cylinder head.
NOTE
Always give the full 17-digit Vehicle Identification Number when ordering parts or making any inquiry about your motorcycle.
Figure 2. VIN Location 15
Figure 3.Typical Harley-Davidson VIN: 2013 V-Rod Models
Table 2. Harley-Davidson VIN Breakdown: 2013 V-Rod Models
| POSITION | DESCRIPTION | POSSIBLE VALUES |
| 1 | World manufacturer identifier | 1HD=Originally manufactured for sale within the United States 5HD=Originally manufactured for sale outside of the United States 932=Originally manufactured in and for sale only in Brazil market MEG=Originally manufactured in and for sale only in India market |
| 2 | Motorcycle type | 1=Heavyweight motorcycle (901 cm3 or larger) |
| 3 | Model | See V.I.N. model table |
| 4 | Engine type | H=Revolution®, 1247 cm3 liquid-cooled, fuel injected
J=Revolution®, 1247 cm3 liquid-cooled, fuel injected 105 HP HDI only |
Table 2. Harley-Davidson VIN Breakdown: 2013 V-Rod Models
| POSITION | DESCRIPTION | POSSIBLE VALUES | |
| 5 | Calibration/configuration, introduction | Normal Introduction 1=Domestic (DOM) 3=California (CAL) A=Canada (CAN) C=HDI E=Japan (JPN) G=Australia (AUS) J=Brazil (BRZ) L=Asia Pacific (APC) N=India (IND) |
Mid-year or Special Introduction
2, 4=Domestic (DOM) |
| 6 | V.I.N. check digit | Can be 0-9 or X | |
| 7 | Model year | D=2013 | |
| 8 | Assembly plant | C=Kansas City, MO USA D=H-D Brazil-Manaus, Brazil (CKD) N=Haryana India (Bawal District Rewari) |
|
| 9 | Sequential number | Varies | |
Table 3. VIN Model Codes: 2013 V-Rod Models
| CODE | MODEL | CODE | MODEL |
| HH | VRSCDX Night Rod® Special | HP | VRSCF V-Rod Muscle™ |
SPECIFICATIONS
Table 4. Engine
| ITEM | SPECIFICATION | |
| Number of cylinders | 2 | |
| Type | 4-cycle, DOHC, 60 degree V- Type, water cooled | |
| Compression ratio | 11.5-1 | |
| Bore | 4.13 in | 105.00 mm |
| Stroke | 2.83 in | 72.00 mm |
| Displacement | 76.1 in3 | 1247 cm3 |
NOTE
Specifications in this publication may not match those of official certification in some markets due to timing of publication printing, variance in testing methods, and/or vehicle differences. Customers seeking officially recognized regulatory specifications for their vehicle should refer to certification documents and/or contact their respective dealer or distributor.
Table 5. Electrical
| ITEM | SPECIFICATION | |
| Timing setting | Not adjustable | |
| Battery | 12 volt, 19 amp-hr, 315 CCA | |
| Charging system | Three-Phase, 38-amp system (439W @ 13V, 2000 rpm, 489W max power @ 13V) | |
| Spark plug type | 10R12A | |
| Spark plug gap | 0.035 in | 0.89 mm |
| Spark plug torque | 17 ft-lbs | 23 Nm |
Table 6. Capacities
| ITEM | U.S. | METRIC |
| Fuel tank | 5.0 gal | 18.9 L |
| Low fuel warning lamp on | 0.5 gal | 1.9 L |
| Oil capacity with filter | 5.0 qt | 4.7 L |
| Coolant capacity | 2.5 qt | 2.4 L |
| ITEM | SPECIFICATION |
| Type | foot shift |
| Speeds | 5 forward |
| Gears | 1st, 5th spur gears 2nd, 3rd, 4th helical gears |
Table 8. Drivetrain
| COMPONENT | TYPE |
| Primary drive | gear |
| Final drive | belt |
| Rear sprocket | compensated |
| Clutch | hydraulic, slip and assist |
Table 9. Sprocket Teeth
| ITEM | DOMESTIC | INTERNATIONAL |
| Transmission | 28 | 30 |
| Rear wheel | 72 | 72 |
| Ratio | 2.4 | 2.571 |
Warning
Use only Harley-Davidson specified tires. See a Harley-Davidson dealer. Using non-specified tires can adversely affect stability, handling or braking, which could result in death or serious injury. (00024b)
See Table 14 for approved tires and recommended pressures.
Tubeless tires fitted with the correct size inner tubes may be used on Harley-Davidson laced (wire spoked) wheels. Protective rubber rim strips must be used with tubeless tires (fitted with correct size inner tubes) when mounted on laced (wirespoked wheels).
Warning
Harley-Davidson front and rear tires are not the same. Interchanging front and rear tires can cause tire failure, which could result in death or serious injury. (00026a)
Warning
Be sure tires are properly inflated, balanced, undamaged, and have adequate tread. Inspect your tires regularly and see a Harley-Davidson dealer for replacements. Riding with excessively worn, unbalanced, improperly inflated, overloaded or damaged tires can lead to tire failure and adversely affect stability and handling, which could result in death or serious injury. (00014b)
Always maintain proper tire pressure as specified in Table 14. Do not load tires beyond GAWR specified in Table 11. Under-inflated, over-inflated or overloaded tires can fail.
Warning
Replace tire immediately with a Harley-Davidson specified tire when wear bars become visible or only 1/32 in (0.8 mm) tread depth remains. Riding with a worn tire could result in death or serious injury. (00090c)
Harley-Davidson tires are equipped with wear bars that run horizontally across the tread. When a tire is worn to the point that the wear bars are visible, or 0.8 mm (1/32 in.) tread depth remains, the tire can:
- Be more easily damaged leading to tire failure.
Provide reduced traction.
Adversely affect stability and handling.
Harley-Davidson does not perform any testing with only nitrogen in tires. Harley-Davidson neither recommends nor discourages the use of pure nitrogen to inflate tires.
India Tire Compliance Statement: Harley-Davidson Motor Company declares that the tires listed in the specifications section meet the Indian Standard 15627 requirement of the Bureau of Indian Standards (as amended from time to time) required for registration of vehicles assembled in India. These tires also comply with the Central Motor Vehicle Rules requirements, 1989.
GASOLINE BLENDS
Your motorcycle was designed to get the best performance and efficiency using unleaded gasoline. Most gasoline is blended with alcohol and/or ether to create oxygenated blends. The type and amount of alcohol or ether added to the fuel is important.
Notice
Do not use gasoline that contains methanol. Doing so can result in fuel system component failure, engine damage and/or equipment malfunction. (00148a)
- Gasoline/METHYL TERTIARY BUTYL ETHER (MTBE) blends are a mixture of gasoline and as much as 15%MTBE. Gasoline/MTBE blends use in your motorcycle is approved.
ETHANOL fuel is a mixture of ethanol (grain alcohol) and unleaded gasoline and can have an impact on fuel mileage. Fuels with an ethanol content of up to 10% may be used in your motorcycle without affecting vehicle performance. U.S. EPA regulations currently indicate that fuels with 15% ethanol (E15) are restricted from use in motorcycles at the time of this publication. Some motor-cycles are calibrated to operate with higher ethanol concentrations to meet the fuel standards in certain countries.
REFORMULATED OR OXYGENATED GASOLINES (RFG) describes gasoline blends that are specifically designed to burn cleaner than other types of gasoline. This results in fewer tailpipe emissions. They are also formulated to evaporate less when filling the tank. Reformulated gasolines use additives to oxygenate the gas.
Your motorcycle will run normally using this type of fuel. Harley-Davidson recommends using it whenever possible as an aid to cleaner air in our environment.
- Do not use racing fuel or fuel containing methanol. Use of these fuels will damage the fuel system.
The only octane booster Harley-Davidson recommends is SCREAMIN’ EAGLE SUPER OCTANE BOOST (avail-able only in the U.S.). This is the only octane booster that has been extensively tested and approved for use with Harley-Davidson engines and components.
Some gasoline blends might adversely affect starting, driveability or fuel efficiency. If any of these problems are experienced, try a different brand of gasoline or gasoline with a higher octane blend.
FUEL
Always use a good quality unleaded gasoline. Octane ratings are usually found on the pump. Refer to Table 15.
Warning
Avoid spills. Slowly remove filler cap. Do not fill above bottom of filler neck insert, leaving air space for fuel expansion. Secure filler cap after refueling. Gasoline is extremely flammable and highly explosive, which could result in death or serious injury. (00028a)
Warning
Use care when refueling. Pressurized air in fuel tank can force gasoline to escape through filler tube. Gasoline is extremely flammable and highly explosive, which could result in death or serious injury. (00029a)
Modern service station pumps dispense a high flow of gasoline into a motorcycle fuel tank making air entrapment and pressurization a possibility.
Table 15. Octane Ratings
| SPECIFICATION | RATING |
| Pump Octane (R+M)/2 | 91 (95 RON) |
CATALYTIC CONVERTERS
Do not operate catalytic converter-equipped vehicle with engine misfire. If you operate the vehicle under this condition, the exhaust will become abnormally hot, which can cause vehicle damage, including emission control loss.(00149c)
Use only unleaded fuel in catalytic converter-equipped motorcycles. Using leaded fuel will damage the emission control system. (00150b)
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