What kind of bike is a 1974 Shovelhead?
1974 Harley-Davidson Shovelhead , This is a 1974 Harley Davidson 1200cc Super Glide with 4 speed trans (1 up 3 down) electric start or if you choose traditional kick start. I’ve owned for almost 30 years.
What kind of transmission does a Harley Davidson shovelhead have?
The 4-speed transmission was a separate unit. Both primary drive and final drive were chain. The Harley-Davidson Shovelhead motor saw numerous changes over its 17 years in production. For the first three years, it ran a generator and kept the old kidney-shaped timing cover from the 1958-1965 Panhead.
When was the last time a Shovelhead was made?
The last time one was manufactured was over 20 years ago, and even if impecable care was taken, there is going to be issues with anything that old.
What kind of engine does Shovelhead FLH have?
The engine was rebuilt by the previous owner and has a 4.5″ S&S stroker flywheel in it, an S&S Super E carb with DaVinci Venturi, and S&S 450 cam. Air cleaner is an authentic Goodson. The exhaust is all stainless steel, made just for this bike.
The 4-speed transmission was a separate unit. Both primary drive and final drive were chain. The Harley-Davidson Shovelhead motor saw numerous changes over its 17 years in production. For the first three years, it ran a generator and kept the old kidney-shaped timing cover from the 1958-1965 Panhead.
What’s the difference between a Shovelhead and a new Shovelhead?
A new belt-final drive gave quieter operation with no adjustment or lubrication needed. The new model also featured a redesigned frame and engine-mounting system, with the swing-arm bolting directly to the (also new) five-speed transmission. Several other upgrades included a spin-on oil filter.
What’s the difference between an 80ci and 74ci Shovelhead?
The difference between a 74ci and an 80ci Shovelhead can be told the number of fins on each cylinder. The 74 motor has 10 fins, whereas the 80, due to a thicker base, has only nine. The 74ci motor was designed to run on premium leaded fuel, and the 80ci motor was designed to run on premium unleaded.
What was the VIN on a 1979 Harley Davidson shovelhead?
In an attempt to curtail theft, the Motor Company used different frame and engine numbers on some 1979 models. The frame numbers didn’t match the number stamped on the engines. The first two digits remained the model code. From 1981 to 1983, a 17-digit VIN appears on the frame, and the engine had a partial VIN.