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.
When did the Low Rider Shovelhead come out?
In 1977 the Low Rider appeared, another sales hit. 1978 Harley-Davidson 74-inch FLH Shovelhead. The bagger types (those who liked the King of the Highway touring package, with batwing fairing and saddlebags) still had their FLHs, but now the market was expanding. Slowly. Too slowly, for the likes of AMF.
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.
How much is a Shovelhead Chopper Invader worth?
Shovelhead drag pipes 70-84 . $200.00 jason 416 418 2762. Vintage chopper invader 19” spool wheel currently set up with 5/8 bearings . (3/4 available ) . $300.00 Jason cell 416 418 2762 Ironhead – panhead – shovelhead – bsa – triumph .
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.
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.
How big is the front tire on a Shovelhead?
Runs strong no issues. 20″ Apes, sweep back Fishtails Newer Front end to accompany the 21″ wheel brand new tire on front Avon electric start and Kick Start works Chain driven progressive shocks bike runs like a Shovelhead should, strong, handles great.
When did my Wife’s Harley start to misfire?
My wife’s 2005 FLHTCUSE2 began to develop problems a few weeks ago. After a short ride, we stopped for her to get gas. On the way home, her Harley started to misfire and run poorly. I lost sight of her so I pulled over. After about 15 mins she showed up and said her bike would not stay running.
How big is an 80 ” Shovelhead cylinder?
Original 80″ Shovelhead cylinders are getting as scarce as hens’ teeth. They can really only be bored to .030 over so many of them get tossed after that. At .030 oversize, they are paper thin.
Why is there a Shovelhead for Harley Iron?
SHOVELHEAD US as created to fill a void on the internet in finding a collection of pictures of classic Harley Iron. It has been expanded to include more history of the Shovelhead years as well as other features to help spread the word of the best HD’s on the road.
How tall are the Pistons on a Shovelhead 74?
The 74″s are 3 7/16″. The 74’s can be bored to 3 1/2″ but I think that the height of the cylinders is slightly shorter. This could be addressed with shims or by getting a set of 80″ jugs to match the 80″ pistons. The pistons come in “low compression” (7.5:1) and “high compression” (8:1). I have the low compression in mine and I prefer it.
Is the V-twin Shovelhead 74 or 80 the same?
The cylinder heads are the same except that heads from 80`s haven`t got any cooling fins on top (between the rockerbox) and all heads from 1974 on utilize long reach threads. I know cause i got one short thread 1972 motor and OF COURSE I`ve had to repair these darn threahs already grrrrrrr