What was the last year of the FXR?
1995
Introduced in 1982, the FXR was the first of Harley’s rubber-mounted customs, spawning an entire family of models that went out of production in 1995. But although the FXRs were gradually replaced by Dyna-series models, the Dynas have failed to erase fond memories of the FXR.
Is FXR a Dyna?
The FXR has a limited rear rubbering system with partial frame mounted swingarm pivots. Dyna is pure rubber mount, through trans housing. FXR has a lower center of gravity, and a more rigid frame with triangulation, designed by Eric Buell……
When did they stop making the Harley FXRT?
However, when the demand for Harleys exploded in the early ’90s, and sales of the FXRT were lagging, it was dropped in favor of using the assembly line for more popular models.
Who is the owner of a 1985 Harley Davidson FXRT Sport Glide?
1985 Harley-Davidson FXRT Sport Glide. Owner: Gary Watkins, Orient, Ohio. Then, in the waning days of AMF, a more up-to-date frame appeared, the Tri-Mount, and the Shovelhead motor got rubber-mounted into a new double-cradle frame design, with the bad vibes disappearing. It should be noted that an engineer named Erik Buell had a major hand in this.
What kind of suspension does a FXRT Sport Glide have?
This was dubbed the FXR, and the first Super Glide II version was advertised as separating the men from the boys. This led to the FXRT, a sport-touring bike with frame-mounted two-thirds fairing and hard bags. It needed reasonably sophisticated suspension, capable of a pretty good lean through the corners.
Is the 1984 FXRT Sport Glide in good condition?
Paint has a few small chips on front fender and and some light scratches on the saddle bags. New tires and windshield this summer. Feel free to contact for any info or pics. Local pick up only. NO SCAMMERS !!! This rare chain drive 1984 FXRT sport glide is in pretty good condition and has most of its original parts.
When was the 1985 Harley Davidson FXRT made?
1985 Harley Davidson FXRT. Considered one of the best handling motorcycles ever built by Harley Davidson, this bike has been completely restored.
Do you have to pay shipping on a FXRT?
If shipping is required, buyer will be responsible for all shipping charges. Vance and Hines exhaust, Chrome front end, New tires front and back, fresh oil change. This bike is a fxrt that is really stock other than the carb and pipes. The rear tire has lots of tread.