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Harley Davidson's F- and FL-series motorcycles were introduced in 1946. By 1955, the FLH was born (the H standing for "Hopped-up" - no kidding!). By 1965, the Electra-Glide became the successor to the Duo-Glide, which evolved from the Hydra-Glide. Had enough? Well, hang in there just a bit longer. In 1972 a front disc brake was added and, in 1973, the King of the Road touring accessories package became a popular option for the Electra-Glide. By 1976, the "look" was pretty much set for the Electra-Glide FLH. In 1981, when AMF sold Harley-Davidson, the FLH had run its course. The designation would continue in a longer form as the FLHX and FLHT. Thanks for your patience.
This 1976 Electra-Glide FLH image by FM has the usual set of working features - including front and rear suspensions and working pedals. There are also hard-case saddlebags and a top carrier, all with opening lids. Add a gloss black paint job, a full, wrap-around fairing (with a Harley-Davidson eagle decal), a windshield, and leather covered seat and you have a feature-laden, sharp-as-a-tack image indeed. [FM has also done a police version of this model.]
The 1976 FLH is a prime example of a Harley full-dress touring bike. Just the thing for a long ride in the country on a beautiful summer's day. And that's a pretty good reason to own such a bike - don't you think? The issue price is $135. DISCONTINUED 2001.
(04/10/2002)
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