When did the Shovelhead Low Rider Engine come out?
The venerable Shovelhead motor, already ten years in production, offered plenty of torque and good sound. The new 80 cubic inch engine arrived in the Low-Rider in 1979, belt drive in a few years as well. Saving design and engineering time, the Sturgis and SuperGlide models were also based on this build approach.
Where to buy 1978 Harley Davidson Low Rider FXS?
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Why did the Harley Davidson shovelhead get an electric starter?
The Harley engineering department had always been ploddingly methodical, taking care of problems as they arose, never rushing to be the firstest with the mostest. As the Pan got heavier with changes in suspension and the addition of an electric starter, the factory decision to increase power was in order.
What did the Shovelhead on a Harley Davidson look like?
Squint your eyes and that early Harley iron cylinder-head looked vaguely knuckle-ish, while the subsequent one had shiny chrome rocker-arm covers which did indeed resemble the pans one might find in a kitchen.
What kind of motor does a 1977 Shovelhead have?
1977 Harley-Davidson Shovelhead , ’77 Shovelhead FHL-1200 74ci for sale, rebuilt motor has 1600 miles on it, new primo belt drive, new gears on primary belt drive, larger rear sprocket for faster take off. Newer powder coated tin/tanks- tanks have discoloration due to faulty gas caps which have been replaced.
The venerable Shovelhead motor, already ten years in production, offered plenty of torque and good sound. The new 80 cubic inch engine arrived in the Low-Rider in 1979, belt drive in a few years as well. Saving design and engineering time, the Sturgis and SuperGlide models were also based on this build approach.
When did the Harley Shovelhead bike come out?
1977 Harley-Davidson Shovelhead , This bike was custom built in 2004. Has custom paint job, lots of chrome, extra fenders (front and back) included, extra sissy bar/parts. Has ’40 inch exhaust and magnito, electric or kick start.
Who is the owner of the Harley Davidson Low Rider?
This Low Rider, on loan from Iowa resident Jeff Ott is just one of dozens of Harley-Davidsons you can see when you visit the National Motorcycle Museum. Street, competition and custom, they are all here awaiting your visit.