Harley-Davidson Model History (1950-1989)
Between 1950 and 1989, Harley-Davidson entered a transformative era marked by innovation, resilience, and iconic motorcycle designs. From the introduction of the Sportster in the 1950s to the rise of the Super Glide and the Evolution engine in the 1980s, these four decades defined Harley-Davidson’s place in global motorcycling culture. This timeline highlights the milestones, models, and engineering breakthroughs that shaped the brand’s modern identity.
Harley-Davidson Models (1950–1959)
The 1950s marked a pivotal evolution for Harley-Davidson—modernized styling, touring comfort, and the birth of the Sportster platform. Panhead-powered Hydra-Glides defined long-distance cruising, while Servi-Cars and competition KR models showcased utility and racing pedigree.
1950
| Model | Engine | Transmission / Notes |
|---|---|---|
| 50-S | 125cc two-stroke single | 3-speed |
| 50-WL Solo | 45ci flathead V-twin | 3-speed |
| 50-E Hydra-Glide Solo | 61ci Panhead OHV V-twin (medium comp.) | 4-speed |
| 50-EL Hydra-Glide Sport Solo | 61ci Panhead OHV V-twin (high comp.) | 4-speed |
| 50-ES Hydra-Glide Sidecar Twin | 61ci Panhead OHV V-twin (medium comp.) | 4-speed; adjustable-rake forks; sidecar gearing |
| 50-F Hydra-Glide Solo | 74ci Panhead OHV V-twin (medium comp.) | 4-speed |
| 50-FL Hydra-Glide Sport Solo | 74ci Panhead OHV V-twin (high comp.) | 4-speed |
| 50-FS Hydra-Glide Sidecar Twin | 74ci Panhead OHV V-twin (medium comp.) | 4-speed; adjustable-rake forks; sidecar gearing |
| 50-G Servi-Car (with tow bar) | 45ci flathead V-twin | 3-speed + reverse |
| 50-GA Servi-Car (without tow bar) | 45ci flathead V-twin | 3-speed + reverse |
| 50-WR Racer | 45ci flathead V-twin | Racer |
| 50-WL-SP | 45ci flathead V-twin | Aluminum cylinder heads |
| 50-WLS Sidecar Twin | 45ci flathead V-twin | Sidecar |
1951
| Model | Engine | Transmission / Notes |
|---|---|---|
| 51-S Lightweight | 125cc two-stroke single | 3-speed |
| 51-WL Solo | 45ci flathead V-twin | 3-speed |
| 51-EL Hydra-Glide Sport Solo | 61ci Panhead OHV V-twin (high comp.) | 4-speed |
| 51-ELS Hydra-Glide Sidecar Twin | 61ci Panhead OHV V-twin (medium comp.) | 4-speed; sidecar gearing |
| 51-FL Hydra-Glide Sport Solo | 74ci Panhead OHV V-twin (high comp.) | 4-speed |
| 51-FLS Hydra-Glide Sidecar Twin | 74ci Panhead OHV V-twin (high comp.) | 4-speed |
| 51-G Servi-Car (with tow bar) | 45ci flathead V-twin | 3-speed + reverse |
| 51-GA Servi-Car (without tow bar) | 45ci flathead V-twin | 3-speed + reverse |
| 51-WR Racer | 45ci flathead V-twin | Racer |
| 51-WLS Sidecar Twin | 45ci flathead V-twin | Sidecar |
| 51-WL-SP | 45ci flathead V-twin | Aluminum cylinder heads |
| 51-WRTT Racer | 45ci flathead V-twin | TT racer |
1952
| Model | Engine | Transmission / Notes |
|---|---|---|
| 52-S Lightweight | 125cc two-stroke single | 3-speed |
| 52-K Sport Model | 45ci flathead V-twin | Foot-shifted 4-speed |
| 52-EL Hydra-Glide Sport Solo | 61ci Panhead OHV V-twin | Hand-shifted 4-speed |
| 52-ELS Sidecar Twin | 61ci Panhead OHV V-twin | Hand-shifted 4-speed |
| 52-ELF Sport Solo | 61ci Panhead OHV V-twin | Foot-shifted 4-speed |
| 52-FL Sport Solo | 74ci Panhead OHV V-twin | Hand-shifted 4-speed |
| 52-FLS Sidecar Twin | 74ci Panhead OHV V-twin | Hand-shifted 4-speed |
| 52-FLF Sport Solo | 74ci Panhead OHV V-twin | Foot-shifted 4-speed |
| 52-G Servi-Car (with tow bar) | 45ci flathead V-twin | 3-speed + reverse |
| 52-GA Servi-Car (without tow bar) | 45ci flathead V-twin | 3-speed + reverse |
| 52-KR Racer | 45ci flathead V-twin | Track racer |
| 52-KRTT Competition | 45ci flathead V-twin | TT racer |
| 52-WLS Sidecar Twin | 45ci flathead V-twin | Sidecar |
1953
| Model | Engine | Transmission / Notes |
|---|---|---|
| 53-ST Lightweight | 165cc two-stroke single | 3-speed |
| 53-K Sport Solo | 45ci flathead V-twin | 4-speed |
| 53-FLF Hydra-Glide Sport Solo | 74ci Panhead OHV V-twin | Foot-shifted 4-speed |
| 53-FL Sport Solo | 74ci Panhead OHV V-twin | Hand-shifted 4-speed |
| 53-FLEF Hydra-Glide Solo | 74ci Panhead OHV V-twin | Traffic Combination; foot-shifted 4-speed |
| 53-FLE Hydra-Glide Solo | 74ci Panhead OHV V-twin | Traffic Combination; hand-shifted 4-speed |
| 53-G Servi-Car (with tow bar) | 45ci flathead V-twin | 3-speed + reverse |
| 53-GA Servi-Car (without tow bar) | 45ci flathead V-twin | 3-speed + reverse |
| 53-KK | 45ci flathead V-twin | KR cams/ports; ball-bearing crank in K frame |
| 53-KR Racer | 45ci flathead V-twin | Racer |
| 53-KRTT Track Racer | 45ci flathead V-twin | Magneto ignition |
1954
| Model | Engine | Transmission / Notes |
|---|---|---|
| 54-ST Lightweight | 165cc two-stroke single | 3-speed |
| 54-STU Lightweight | 165cc two-stroke single | Restricted intake; 3-speed |
| 54-KH Sport Solo | 55ci flathead V-twin | 4-speed |
| 54-FLF Hydra-Glide Sport Solo | 74ci Panhead OHV V-twin | Foot-shifted 4-speed |
| 54-FL Hydra-Glide Sport Solo | 74ci Panhead OHV V-twin | Hand-shifted 4-speed |
| 54-FLEF Hydra-Glide Solo | 74ci Panhead OHV V-twin | Traffic Combination; foot-shifted 4-speed |
| 54-FLE Hydra-Glide Solo | 74ci Panhead OHV V-twin | Traffic Combination; hand-shifted 4-speed |
| 54-G Servi-Car (with tow bar) | 45ci flathead V-twin | 3-speed + reverse |
| 54-GA Servi-Car (without tow bar) | 45ci flathead V-twin | 3-speed + reverse |
| 54-KR Racer | 45ci flathead V-twin | Racer |
| 54-KRTT Racer | 45ci flathead V-twin | TT racer |
| 54-KHRM | 55ci flathead V-twin | Scrambles/trials-focused |
1955
| Model | Engine | Transmission / Notes |
|---|---|---|
| 55-B Hummer Lightweight | 125cc two-stroke single | 3-speed |
| 55-ST Lightweight | 165cc two-stroke single | 3-speed |
| 55-STU Lightweight | 165cc two-stroke single | Restricted intake; 3-speed |
| 55-KH Sport Solo | 55ci flathead V-twin | 4-speed |
| 55-FLF Hydra-Glide Sport Solo | 74ci Panhead OHV V-twin | Foot-shifted 4-speed |
| 55-FL Hydra-Glide Sport Solo | 74ci Panhead OHV V-twin | Hand-shifted 4-speed |
| 55-FLEF Hydra-Glide Solo | 74ci Panhead OHV V-twin | Traffic Combination; foot-shifted 4-speed |
| 55-FLE Hydra-Glide Solo | 74ci Panhead OHV V-twin | Traffic Combination; hand-shifted 4-speed |
| 55-FLHF Hydra-Glide Super Sport Solo | 74ci Panhead OHV V-twin (Super Sport) | Foot-shifted 4-speed |
| 55-FLH Hydra-Glide Super Sport Solo | 74ci Panhead OHV V-twin (Super Sport) | Hand-shifted 4-speed |
| 55-G / 55-GA Servi-Car | 45ci flathead V-twin | 3-speed + reverse (with / without tow bar) |
| 55-KHK Super Sport Solo | 55ci flathead V-twin | Speed kit; racer cams; polished heads |
| 55-KHRM | 55ci flathead V-twin | Scrambles/trials |
| 55-KR Track Racer | 45ci flathead V-twin | Flat-track racer |
| 55-KRTT Tourist Trophy | 45ci flathead V-twin | TT racer |
| 55-KHRTT Tourist Trophy | 55ci flathead V-twin | TT racer |
1956
| Model | Engine | Transmission / Notes |
|---|---|---|
| 56-B Hummer Lightweight | 125cc two-stroke single | 3-speed |
| 56-ST Lightweight | 165cc two-stroke single | 3-speed |
| 56-STU Lightweight | 165cc two-stroke single | Restricted intake; 3-speed |
| 56-KH Sport | 55ci flathead V-twin | 4-speed |
| 56-KHK Sport | 55ci flathead V-twin | Racer cams; polished heads; 4-speed |
| 56-FLHF Hydra-Glide Super Sport Solo | 74ci Panhead OHV V-twin (Super Sport) | Foot-shifted 4-speed |
| 56-FLH Hydra-Glide Super Sport Solo | 74ci Panhead OHV V-twin (Super Sport) | Hand-shifted 4-speed |
| 56-FLF Hydra-Glide Sport Solo | 74ci Panhead OHV V-twin | Foot-shifted 4-speed |
| 56-FL Hydra-Glide Sport Solo | 74ci Panhead OHV V-twin | Hand-shifted 4-speed |
| 56-FLEF Hydra-Glide Solo | 74ci Panhead OHV V-twin | Traffic Combination; foot-shifted 4-speed |
| 56-FLE Hydra-Glide Solo | 74ci Panhead OHV V-twin | Traffic Combination; hand-shifted 4-speed |
| 56-G / 56-GA Servi-Car | 45ci flathead V-twin | 3-speed + reverse (with / without tow bar) |
| 56-KR Track Racer | 45ci flathead V-twin | Flat-track racer |
| 56-KRTT Tourist Trophy | 45ci flathead V-twin | TT racer |
| 56-KHRTT Tourist Trophy | 55ci flathead V-twin | TT racer |
1957
| Model | Engine | Transmission / Notes |
|---|---|---|
| 57-B Hummer Lightweight | 125cc two-stroke single | 3-speed |
| 57-ST Lightweight | 165cc two-stroke single | 3-speed |
| 57-STU Lightweight | 165cc two-stroke single | Restricted intake; 3-speed |
| 57-XL Sportster | 55ci (883cc) OHV V-twin (medium comp.) | 4-speed |
| 57-FLHF Hydra-Glide Super Sport Solo | 74ci Panhead OHV V-twin (Super Sport) | Foot-shifted 4-speed |
| 57-FLH Hydra-Glide Super Sport Solo | 74ci Panhead OHV V-twin (Super Sport) | Hand-shifted 4-speed |
| 57-FLF Hydra-Glide Sport Solo | 74ci Panhead OHV V-twin | Foot-shifted 4-speed |
| 57-FL Hydra-Glide Sport Solo | 74ci Panhead OHV V-twin | Hand-shifted 4-speed |
| 57-G / 57-GA Servi-Car | 45ci flathead V-twin | 3-speed + reverse (with / without tow bar) |
| 57-KR Track Racer | 45ci flathead V-twin | Flat-track racer |
| 57-KRTT Tourist Trophy | 45ci flathead V-twin | TT racer |
| 57-KHRTT Tourist Trophy | 55ci flathead V-twin | TT racer |
1958
| Model | Engine | Transmission / Notes |
|---|---|---|
| 58-B Hummer Lightweight | 125cc two-stroke single | 3-speed |
| 58-ST Lightweight | 165cc two-stroke single | 3-speed |
| 58-STU Lightweight | 165cc two-stroke single | Restricted intake; 3-speed |
| 58-XL Sportster | 55ci (883cc) OHV V-twin (medium comp.) | 4-speed |
| 58-XLH Sportster Sport | 55ci (883cc) OHV V-twin (high comp.) | 4-speed |
| 58-XLC Sportster Racing | 55ci (883cc) OHV V-twin (medium comp.) | 4-speed; no lighting; bobbed fenders |
| 58-XLCH Sportster Super Sport | 55ci (883cc) OHV V-twin (high comp.) | 4-speed; no lighting; bobbed fenders |
| 58-FLHF Duo-Glide Super Sport Solo | 74ci Panhead OHV V-twin (high comp.) | Foot-shifted 4-speed |
| 58-FLH Duo-Glide Super Sport Solo | 74ci Panhead OHV V-twin (high comp.) | Hand-shifted 4-speed |
| 58-FLF Duo-Glide Sport Solo | 74ci Panhead OHV V-twin | Foot-shifted 4-speed |
| 58-FL Duo-Glide Sport Solo | 74ci Panhead OHV V-twin | Hand-shifted 4-speed |
| 58-G / 58-GA Servi-Car | 45ci flathead V-twin | 3-speed + reverse (with / without tow bar) |
| 58-KR Track Racer | 45ci flathead V-twin | Flat-track racer |
| 58-KRTT Tourist Trophy | 45ci flathead V-twin | TT racer |
| 58-XLRTT Tourist Trophy | 55ci (883cc) OHV V-twin | Racing spec |
1959
| Model | Engine | Transmission / Notes |
|---|---|---|
| 59-B Hummer Lightweight | 125cc two-stroke single | 3-speed |
| 59-ST Lightweight | 165cc two-stroke single | 3-speed |
| 59-STU Lightweight | 165cc two-stroke single | Restricted intake; 3-speed |
| 59-XL Standard Sportster | 55ci (883cc) OHV V-twin (medium comp.) | 4-speed |
| 59-XLH Sportster Super H | 55ci (883cc) OHV V-twin (high comp.) | 4-speed |
| 59-XLCH Sportster Super CH | 55ci (883cc) OHV V-twin (high comp.) | 4-speed |
| 59-FLHF Duo-Glide Super Sport Solo | 74ci Panhead OHV V-twin (high comp.) | Foot-shifted 4-speed |
| 59-FLH Duo-Glide Super Sport Solo | 74ci Panhead OHV V-twin (high comp.) | Hand-shifted 4-speed |
| 59-FLF Duo-Glide Sport Solo | 74ci Panhead OHV V-twin (medium comp.) | Foot-shifted 4-speed |
| 59-FL Duo-Glide Sport Solo | 74ci Panhead OHV V-twin | Hand-shifted 4-speed |
| 59-G / 59-GA Servi-Car | 45ci flathead V-twin | 3-speed + reverse (with / without tow bar) |
| 59-KR Track Racer | 45ci flathead V-twin | Flat-track racer |
| 59-KRTT Tourist Trophy | 45ci flathead V-twin | TT racer |
| 59-XLRTT Tourist Trophy | 55ci Sportster OHV V-twin | Racing spec |
Harley-Davidson Models (1960–1969)
The 1960s brought scooters and lightweights (Topper, Pacer, Scat), ongoing Sportster evolution, and the Panhead-to-Shovelhead transition in big twins—culminating in the Electra Glide era.
1960
| Model | Engine | Transmission / Notes |
|---|---|---|
| 60-A Topper Scooter | 165cc two-stroke single | Automatic transmission |
| 60-AU Topper Scooter | 165cc two-stroke single | Restricted intake (under-5hp); automatic |
| 60-BT Super 10 Lightweight | 165cc two-stroke single | 3-speed |
| 60-BTU Super 10 Lightweight | 165cc two-stroke single | Restricted intake (under-5hp); 3-speed |
| 60-XLH Sportster Super H | 55ci (883cc) Sportster OHV V-twin | 4-speed |
| 60-XLCH Sportster Super CH | 55ci (883cc) Sportster OHV V-twin | 4-speed |
| 60-FLHF Duo-Glide Super Sport Solo | 74ci Panhead OHV V-twin (Super Sport) | Foot-shifted 4-speed |
| 60-FLH Duo-Glide Super Sport Solo | 74ci Panhead OHV V-twin (Super Sport) | Hand-shifted 4-speed |
| 60-FLF Duo-Glide Sport Solo | 74ci Panhead OHV V-twin (medium comp.) | Foot-shifted 4-speed |
| 60-FL Duo-Glide Sport Solo | 74ci Panhead OHV V-twin | Hand-shifted 4-speed |
| 60-G Servi-Car (with tow bar) | 45ci flathead V-twin | 3-speed + reverse |
| 60-GA Servi-Car (without tow bar) | 45ci flathead V-twin | 3-speed + reverse |
| 60-KR Track Racer | 45ci flathead V-twin | Flat-track racer |
| 60-KRTT Tourist Trophy Racer | 45ci flathead V-twin | TT racer |
| 60-XLRTT Tourist Trophy Racer | 55ci Sportster OHV V-twin | TT racer |
1961
| Model | Engine | Transmission / Notes |
|---|---|---|
| 61-BT Super 10 Lightweight | 165cc two-stroke single | 3-speed |
| 61-BTU Super 10 Lightweight | 165cc two-stroke single | Restricted intake; 3-speed |
| 61-AH Topper Scooter | 165cc two-stroke single (high comp.) | Automatic |
| 61-AU Topper Scooter | 165cc two-stroke single | Restricted intake; automatic |
| 61-XLH Sportster Super H | 55ci (883cc) Sportster OHV V-twin | 4-speed |
| 61-XLCH Sportster Super CH | 55ci (883cc) Sportster OHV V-twin | 4-speed |
| 61-FLHF Duo-Glide Super Sport | 74ci Panhead OHV V-twin | Foot-shifted 4-speed |
| 61-FLH Duo-Glide Super Sport | 74ci Panhead OHV V-twin | Hand-shifted 4-speed |
| 61-FLF Duo-Glide Sport | 74ci Panhead OHV V-twin | Foot-shifted 4-speed |
| 61-FL Duo-Glide Sport | 74ci Panhead OHV V-twin | Hand-shifted 4-speed |
| 61-G Servi-Car (with tow bar) | 45ci flathead V-twin | 3-speed + reverse |
| 61-GA Servi-Car (without tow bar) | 45ci flathead V-twin | 3-speed + reverse |
| 61-KR Track Racer | 45ci flathead V-twin | Flat-track racer |
| 61-KRTT Tourist Trophy Racer | 45ci flathead V-twin | TT racer |
| 61-XLRTT Tourist Trophy Racer | 55ci Sportster OHV V-twin | TT racer |
1962
| Model | Engine | Transmission / Notes |
|---|---|---|
| 62-AH Topper Scooter | 165cc two-stroke single | Automatic |
| 62-AU Topper Scooter | 165cc two-stroke single | Restricted intake (under-5hp); automatic |
| 62-BTU Pacer Lightweight | 165cc two-stroke single | Restricted intake (under-5hp); 3-speed |
| 62-BTF Ranger Off-Road Trail | 165cc two-stroke single | 3-speed |
| 62-BT Pacer Lightweight | 175cc two-stroke single | 3-speed |
| 62-BTH Scat On/Off Road Lightweight | 175cc two-stroke single | 3-speed |
| 62-XLH Sportster Super H | 55ci (883cc) Sportster OHV V-twin | 4-speed |
| 62-XLCH Sportster Super CH | 55ci (883cc) Sportster OHV V-twin | 4-speed |
| 62-FLHF Duo-Glide Super Sport | 74ci Panhead OHV V-twin | Foot-shifted 4-speed |
| 62-FLH Duo-Glide Super Sport | 74ci Panhead OHV V-twin | Hand-shifted 4-speed |
| 62-FLF Duo-Glide Sport | 74ci Panhead OHV V-twin | Foot-shifted 4-speed |
| 62-FL Duo-Glide Sport | 74ci Panhead OHV V-twin | Hand-shifted 4-speed |
| 62-G Servi-Car (with tow bar) | 45ci flathead V-twin | 3-speed + reverse |
| 62-GA Servi-Car (without tow bar) | 45ci flathead V-twin | 3-speed + reverse |
| 62-KR Track Racer | 45ci flathead V-twin | Flat-track racer |
| 62-KRTT Tourist Trophy Racer | 45ci flathead V-twin | TT racer |
1963
| Model | Engine | Transmission / Notes |
|---|---|---|
| 63-AH Topper Scooter | 165cc two-stroke single | Automatic |
| 63-AU Topper Scooter | 165cc two-stroke single | Restricted intake (under-5hp); automatic |
| 63-BT Pacer Street Model | 175cc two-stroke single | 3-speed |
| 63-BTH Scat Trail Model | 175cc two-stroke single | 3-speed |
| 63-BTU Pacer | 175cc two-stroke single | Restricted intake (under-5hp); 3-speed |
| 63-XLH Sportster Super H | 55ci (883cc) Sportster OHV V-twin | 4-speed |
| 63-XLCH Sportster Super CH | 55ci (883cc) Sportster OHV V-twin | 4-speed |
| 63-FLHF Duo-Glide Super Sport | 74ci Panhead OHV V-twin | Foot-shifted 4-speed |
| 63-FLH Duo-Glide Super Sport | 74ci Panhead OHV V-twin | Hand-shifted 4-speed |
| 63-FLF Duo-Glide Sport Solo | 74ci Panhead OHV V-twin | Foot-shifted 4-speed |
| 63-FL Duo-Glide Sport Solo | 74ci Panhead OHV V-twin | Hand-shifted 4-speed |
| 63-G Servi-Car (with tow bar) | 45ci flathead V-twin | 3-speed + reverse |
| 63-GA Servi-Car (without tow bar) | 45ci flathead V-twin | 3-speed + reverse |
| 63-KR Track Racer | 45ci flathead V-twin | Flat-track racer |
| 63-KRTT Tourist Trophy Racer | 45ci flathead V-twin | TT racer |
| 63-XLRTT Racer | 55ci Sportster OHV V-twin | TT racer |
1964
| Model | Engine | Transmission / Notes |
|---|---|---|
| 64-AH Topper Scooter | 165cc two-stroke single | Automatic |
| 64-AU Topper Scooter | 165cc two-stroke single | Restricted intake (under-5hp); automatic |
| 64-BT Pacer Street Model | 175cc two-stroke single | 3-speed |
| 64-BTH Scat Trail Model | 175cc two-stroke single | 3-speed |
| 64-BTU Pacer | 175cc two-stroke single | Restricted intake (under-5hp); 3-speed |
| 64-XLH Sportster Super H | 55ci (883cc) Sportster OHV V-twin | 4-speed |
| 64-XLCH Sportster Super CH | 55ci (883cc) Sportster OHV V-twin | 4-speed |
| 64-FL Duo-Glide Sport Solo | 74ci Panhead OHV V-twin | Hand-shifted 4-speed |
| 64-FLH Duo-Glide Super Sport Solo | 74ci Panhead OHV V-twin (Super Sport) | Hand-shifted 4-speed |
| 64-FLHF Duo-Glide Super Sport Solo | 74ci Panhead OHV V-twin (Super Sport) | Foot-shifted 4-speed |
| 64-FLF Duo-Glide Sport Solo | 74ci Panhead OHV V-twin (medium comp.) | Foot-shifted 4-speed |
| 64-GE Servi-Car (without tow bar) | 45ci flathead V-twin | Electric start; 3-speed + reverse |
| 64-KR Track Racer | 45ci flathead V-twin | Flat-track racer |
| 64-KRTT Tourist Trophy Racer | 45ci flathead V-twin | TT racer |
| 64-XLRTT Racer | 55ci Sportster OHV V-twin | TT racer |
1965
| Model | Engine | Transmission / Notes |
|---|---|---|
| 65-BT Pacer Street Model | 175cc two-stroke single | 3-speed |
| 65-BTH Scat | 175cc two-stroke single | 3-speed |
| 65-AH Topper Scooter | 165cc two-stroke single | Automatic |
| 65-XLH Sportster Super H | 55ci (883cc) Sportster OHV V-twin | 4-speed |
| 65-XLCH Sportster Super CH | 55ci (883cc) Sportster OHV V-twin | 4-speed |
| 65-FLHFB Electra Glide Super Sport | 74ci Panhead OHV V-twin | Foot-shifted 4-speed |
| 65-FLHB Electra Glide Super Sport | 74ci Panhead OHV V-twin | Hand-shifted 4-speed |
| 65-FLFB Electra Glide | 74ci Panhead OHV V-twin | Foot-shifted 4-speed |
| 65-FLB Electra Glide | 74ci Panhead OHV V-twin | Hand-shifted 4-speed |
| 65-GE Servi-Car (without tow bar) | 45ci flathead V-twin | Electric start; 3-speed + reverse |
1966
| Model | Engine | Transmission / Notes |
|---|---|---|
| 66-BTH Bobcat | 175cc two-stroke single | 3-speed |
| 66-XLH Sportster Super H | 55ci (883cc) Sportster OHV V-twin | 4-speed |
| 66-XLCH Sportster Super CH | 55ci (883cc) Sportster OHV V-twin | 4-speed |
| 66-FLHFB Electra Glide Super Sport | 74ci Shovelhead OHV V-twin | Foot-shifted 4-speed |
| 66-FLHB Electra Glide Super Sport | 74ci Shovelhead OHV V-twin | Hand-shifted 4-speed |
| 66-FLFB Electra Glide | 74ci Shovelhead OHV V-twin | Foot-shifted 4-speed |
| 66-FLB Electra Glide | 74ci Shovelhead OHV V-twin | Hand-shifted 4-speed |
| 66-KR Track Racer | 45ci flathead V-twin | Flat-track racer |
| 66-KRTT Tourist Trophy Racer | 45ci flathead V-twin | TT racer |
| 66-XLRTT Tourist Trophy Racer | 55ci Sportster OHV V-twin | TT racer |
1967
| Model | Engine | Transmission / Notes |
|---|---|---|
| 67-XLH Sportster Super H | 55ci (883cc) Sportster OHV V-twin | 4-speed; electric start |
| 67-XLCH Sportster Super CH | 55ci (883cc) Sportster OHV V-twin | 4-speed |
| 67-FLHFB Electra Glide Super Sport | 74ci Shovelhead OHV V-twin | Foot-shifted 4-speed |
| 67-FLHB Electra Glide Super Sport | 74ci Shovelhead OHV V-twin | Hand-shifted 4-speed |
| 67-FLFB Electra Glide | 74ci Shovelhead OHV V-twin | Foot-shifted 4-speed |
| 67-FLB Electra Glide | 74ci Shovelhead OHV V-twin | Hand-shifted 4-speed |
| 67-GE Servi-Car (without tow bar) | 45ci flathead V-twin | 3-speed + reverse |
1968
| Model | Engine | Transmission / Notes |
|---|---|---|
| 68-XLH Sportster Super H | 55ci (883cc) Sportster OHV V-twin | 4-speed |
| 68-XLCH Sportster Super CH | 55ci (883cc) Sportster OHV V-twin | 4-speed |
| 68-FLHFB Super Sport | 74ci Shovelhead OHV V-twin | Foot-shifted 4-speed |
| 68-FLHB Super Sport | 74ci Shovelhead OHV V-twin | Hand-shifted 4-speed |
| 68-FLFB Super Sport | 74ci Shovelhead OHV V-twin | Foot-shifted 4-speed |
| 68-FLB Super Sport | 74ci Shovelhead OHV V-twin | Hand-shifted 4-speed |
| 68-GE Servi-Car (without tow bar) | 45ci flathead V-twin | 3-speed + reverse |
1969
| Model | Engine | Transmission / Notes |
|---|---|---|
| 69-XLH Sportster Super H | 55ci (883cc) Sportster OHV V-twin | 4-speed |
| 69-XLCH Sportster Super CH | 55ci (883cc) Sportster OHV V-twin | 4-speed |
| 69-FLHFB Super Sport | 74ci Shovelhead OHV V-twin | Foot-shifted 4-speed |
| 69-FLHB Super Sport | 74ci Shovelhead OHV V-twin | Hand-shifted 4-speed |
| 69-FLFB Super Sport | 74ci Shovelhead OHV V-twin | Foot-shifted 4-speed |
| 69-FLB Super Sport | 74ci Shovelhead OHV V-twin | Hand-shifted 4-speed |
| 69-GE Servi-Car (without tow bar) | 45ci flathead V-twin | 3-speed + reverse |
Harley-Davidson Models (1970–1979)
The 1970s brought 1,000cc Sportsters, Shovelhead growth in touring, and the FX Super Glide line— plus special editions like Liberty and the 75th Anniversary models.
1970
| Model | Engine | Transmission / Notes |
|---|---|---|
| 70-XLH Sportster Super H | 55ci (883cc) Sportster OHV V-twin | 4-speed |
| 70-XLCH Sportster Super CH | 55ci (883cc) Sportster OHV V-twin | 4-speed |
| 70-FLHF Super Sport | 74ci Shovelhead OHV V-twin | Foot-shifted 4-speed |
| 70-FLH Super Sport | 74ci Shovelhead OHV V-twin | Hand-shifted 4-speed |
| 70-FLPF Super Sport | 74ci Shovelhead OHV V-twin | Foot-shifted 4-speed |
| 70-FLP Super Sport | 74ci Shovelhead OHV V-twin | Hand-shifted 4-speed |
| 70-GE Servi-Car (without tow bar) | 45ci flathead V-twin | 3-speed + reverse |
| 70-XR-750 Racer | 45ci OHV racing V-twin | Flat-track racer |
1971
| Model | Engine | Transmission / Notes |
|---|---|---|
| 71-XLH Sportster Super H | 55ci (883cc) Sportster OHV V-twin | 4-speed |
| 71-XLCH Sportster Super CH | 55ci (883cc) Sportster OHV V-twin | 4-speed |
| 71-FLHF Super Sport | 74ci Shovelhead OHV V-twin | Foot-shifted 4-speed |
| 71-FLH Super Sport | 74ci Shovelhead OHV V-twin | Hand-shifted 4-speed |
| 71-FLPF Super Sport | 74ci Shovelhead OHV V-twin | Foot-shifted 4-speed |
| 71-FLP Super Sport | 74ci Shovelhead OHV V-twin | Hand-shifted 4-speed |
| 71-FX Super Glide | 74ci Shovelhead OHV V-twin | Foot-shifted 4-speed |
| 71-GE Servi-Car (without tow bar) | 45ci flathead V-twin | 3-speed + reverse |
1972
| Model | Engine | Transmission / Notes |
|---|---|---|
| 72-XLH Sportster Super H | 1,000cc Sportster OHV V-twin | 4-speed |
| 72-XLCH Sportster Super CH | 1,000cc Sportster OHV V-twin | 4-speed |
| 72-FLHF Super Sport | 74ci Shovelhead OHV V-twin | Foot-shifted 4-speed |
| 72-FLH Super Sport | 74ci Shovelhead OHV V-twin | Hand-shifted 4-speed |
| 72-FLPF Super Sport | 74ci Shovelhead OHV V-twin | Foot-shifted 4-speed |
| 72-FLP Super Sport | 74ci Shovelhead OHV V-twin | Hand-shifted 4-speed |
| 72-FX Super Glide | 74ci Shovelhead OHV V-twin | Foot-shifted 4-speed |
| 72-GE Servi-Car (without tow bar) | 45ci flathead V-twin | 3-speed + reverse |
1973
| Model | Engine | Transmission / Notes |
|---|---|---|
| 73-XLH Sportster Super H | 1,000cc Sportster OHV V-twin | 4-speed |
| 73-XLCH Sportster Super CH | 1,000cc Sportster OHV V-twin | 4-speed |
| 73-FL | 74ci Shovelhead OHV V-twin | 4-speed |
| 73-FLH | 74ci Shovelhead OHV V-twin | 4-speed |
| 73-FX Super Glide | 74ci Shovelhead OHV V-twin | 4-speed |
1974
| Model | Engine | Transmission / Notes |
|---|---|---|
| 74-XLH Sportster Super H | 1,000cc Sportster OHV V-twin | 4-speed |
| 74-XLCH Sportster Super CH | 1,000cc Sportster OHV V-twin | 4-speed |
| 74-FLH-1200 | 1,200cc (74ci) Shovelhead OHV V-twin | 4-speed |
| 74-FLHF | 1,200cc (74ci) Shovelhead OHV V-twin | 4-speed |
| 74-FL-Police | 1,200cc (74ci) Shovelhead OHV V-twin | 4-speed |
| 74-FX Super Glide | 1,200cc (74ci) Shovelhead OHV V-twin | 4-speed |
| 74-FXE Super Glide | 1,200cc (74ci) Shovelhead OHV V-twin | 4-speed; electric start |
1975
| Model | Engine | Transmission / Notes |
|---|---|---|
| 75-XLH Sportster Super H | 1,000cc Sportster OHV V-twin | 4-speed |
| 75-XLCH Sportster Super CH | 1,000cc Sportster OHV V-twin | 4-speed |
| 75-FLH-1200 | 1,200cc Shovelhead OHV V-twin | 4-speed |
| 75-FLHF | 1,200cc Shovelhead OHV V-twin | 4-speed |
| 75-FL-Police | 1,200cc Shovelhead OHV V-twin | 4-speed |
| 75-FX Super Glide | 1,200cc Shovelhead OHV V-twin | 4-speed |
| 75-FXE Super Glide | 1,200cc Shovelhead OHV V-twin | 4-speed; electric start |
1976
| Model | Engine | Transmission / Notes |
|---|---|---|
| 76-XLH Sportster Super H | 1,000cc Sportster OHV V-twin | 4-speed |
| 76-XLCH Sportster Super CH | 1,000cc Sportster OHV V-twin | 4-speed |
| 76-FLH-1200 | 1,200cc Shovelhead OHV V-twin | 4-speed |
| 76-FX Super Glide | 1,200cc Shovelhead OHV V-twin | 4-speed |
| 76-FXE Super Glide | 1,200cc Shovelhead OHV V-twin | 4-speed; electric start |
| 76-XLH Sportster Super H (Liberty Edition) | 1,000cc Sportster OHV V-twin | Black metal-flake paint with Red/White/Blue decorations |
| 76-XLCH Sportster Super CH (Liberty Edition) | 1,000cc Sportster OHV V-twin | Black metal-flake paint with Red/White/Blue decorations |
| 76-FLH-1200 (Liberty Edition) | 1,200cc Shovelhead OHV V-twin | Black metal-flake paint with Red/White/Blue decorations |
| 76-FX Super Glide (Liberty Edition) | 1,200cc Shovelhead OHV V-twin | Black metal-flake paint with Red/White/Blue decorations |
| 76-FXE Super Glide (Liberty Edition) | 1,200cc Shovelhead OHV V-twin | Black metal-flake paint with Red/White/Blue decorations |
1977
| Model | Engine | Transmission / Notes |
|---|---|---|
| 77-XLH Sportster Super H | 1,000cc Sportster OHV V-twin | 4-speed |
| 77-XLCH Sportster Super CH | 1,000cc Sportster OHV V-twin | 4-speed |
| 77-XLT | 1,000cc Sportster OHV V-twin | 4-speed |
| 77-XLCR Café Racer | 1,000cc Sportster OHV V-twin | 4-speed |
| 77-FLH-1200 | 1,200cc Shovelhead OHV V-twin | 4-speed |
| 77-FLHS Electra Glide | 1,200cc Shovelhead OHV V-twin | 4-speed |
| 77-FX Super Glide | 1,200cc Shovelhead OHV V-twin | 4-speed |
| 77-FXE Super Glide | 1,200cc Shovelhead OHV V-twin | 4-speed; electric start |
| 77-FXS Low Rider | 1,200cc Shovelhead OHV V-twin | 4-speed |
1978
| Model | Engine | Transmission / Notes |
|---|---|---|
| 78-XLH Sportster Super H | 1,000cc Sportster OHV V-twin | 4-speed |
| 78-XLCH Sportster Super CH | 1,000cc Sportster OHV V-twin | 4-speed |
| 78-XLT | 1,000cc Sportster OHV V-twin | 4-speed |
| 78-XLCR Café Racer | 1,000cc Sportster OHV V-twin | 4-speed |
| 78-FX Super Glide | 1,200cc Shovelhead OHV V-twin | 4-speed |
| 78-FXE Super Glide | 1,200cc Shovelhead OHV V-twin | 4-speed; electric start |
| 78-FXS Low Rider | 1,200cc Shovelhead OHV V-twin | 4-speed |
| 78-FLH-1200 | 1,200cc Shovelhead OHV V-twin | 4-speed |
| 78-FLH-80 | 80ci Shovelhead OHV V-twin | 4-speed |
| 78-XLH Sportster (75th Anniversary) | 1,000cc Sportster OHV V-twin | Midnight Black with Gold trim; limited-edition graphics; gold-finish aluminum wheels |
| 78-FLH-1200 (75th Anniversary) | 1,200cc Shovelhead OHV V-twin | Midnight Black with Gold trim; limited-edition graphics; real leather seat; gold anodized cast eagle on clutch cover |
1979
| Model | Engine | Transmission / Notes |
|---|---|---|
| 79-XLH Sportster Super H | 1,000cc Sportster OHV V-twin | 4-speed |
| 79-XLCH Sportster Super CH | 1,000cc Sportster OHV V-twin | 4-speed |
| 79-XLS Roadster | 1,000cc Sportster OHV V-twin | 4-speed |
| 79-FLH-1200 Electra Glide | 1,200cc Shovelhead OHV V-twin | 4-speed |
| 79-FLH-80 Electra Glide | 80ci Shovelhead OHV V-twin | 4-speed |
| 79-FLH-1200 Police Electra Glide | 1,200cc Shovelhead OHV V-twin | 4-speed |
| 79-FLH-80 Police Electra Glide | 80ci Shovelhead OHV V-twin | 4-speed |
| 79-FLHC Electra Glide Classic | 80ci Shovelhead OHV V-twin | 4-speed |
| 79-FXS-1200 Low Rider | 1,200cc Shovelhead OHV V-twin | 4-speed |
| 79-FXS-80 Low Rider | 80ci Shovelhead OHV V-twin | 4-speed |
| 79-FXE-1200 Super Glide | 1,200cc Shovelhead OHV V-twin | 4-speed |
| 79-FXEF-1200 Fat Bob | 1,200cc Shovelhead OHV V-twin | 4-speed |
| 79-FXEF-80 Fat Bob | 80ci Shovelhead OHV V-twin | 4-speed |
Harley-Davidson Models (1980–1989)
The 1980s delivered rubber-mounted FXR frames, the first Softails, and—most importantly—the Evolution V-twin. Touring lines expanded (FLH/FLT/FLHT), while Sportsters and FX customs kept the street performance spirit alive.
1980
| Model | Engine | Transmission / Notes |
|---|---|---|
| 80-XLH | 1,000cc Sportster OHV V-twin | 4-speed |
| 80-XLS Roadster | 1,000cc Sportster OHV V-twin | 4-speed |
| 80-FLH-80 Electra Glide | 80ci Shovelhead OHV V-twin | 4-speed |
| 80-FLH-1200 Electra Glide | 1,200cc Shovelhead OHV V-twin | 4-speed |
| 80-FLHS Electra Glide | 80ci Shovelhead OHV V-twin | 4-speed |
| 80-FLHC Electra Glide Classic | 80ci Shovelhead OHV V-twin | 4-speed |
| 80-FLT Tour Glide | 80ci Shovelhead OHV V-twin | 5-speed |
| 80-FXE-1200 Super Glide | 1,200cc Shovelhead OHV V-twin | 4-speed |
| 80-FXEF-80 Fat Bob | 80ci Shovelhead OHV V-twin | 4-speed |
| 80-FXS-80 Low Rider | 80ci Shovelhead OHV V-twin | 4-speed |
| 80-FXS-1200 Low Rider | 1,200cc Shovelhead OHV V-twin | 4-speed |
| 80-FXWG Wide Glide | 80ci Shovelhead OHV V-twin | 4-speed |
| 80-FXB Sturgis | 80ci Shovelhead OHV V-twin | 4-speed |
1981
| Model | Engine | Transmission / Notes |
|---|---|---|
| 81-XLH | 1,000cc Sportster OHV V-twin | 4-speed |
| 81-XLS Roadster | 1,000cc Sportster OHV V-twin | 4-speed |
| 81-FXB Sturgis | 80ci Shovelhead OHV V-twin | 4-speed |
| 81-FXWG Wide Glide | 80ci Shovelhead OHV V-twin | 4-speed |
| 81-FXS Low Rider | 80ci Shovelhead OHV V-twin | 4-speed |
| 81-FXE Super Glide | 80ci Shovelhead OHV V-twin | 4-speed |
| 81-FXEF Fat Bob | 80ci Shovelhead OHV V-twin | 4-speed |
| 81-FLH Electra Glide | 80ci Shovelhead OHV V-twin | 4-speed |
| 81-FLHS Electra Glide | 80ci Shovelhead OHV V-twin | 4-speed |
| 81-FLHC Electra Glide Classic | 80ci Shovelhead OHV V-twin | 4-speed |
| 81-FLH Electra Glide Heritage | 80ci Shovelhead OHV V-twin | 4-speed |
| 81-FLT Tour Glide | 80ci Shovelhead OHV V-twin | 5-speed |
| 81-FLTC Tour Glide Classic | 80ci Shovelhead OHV V-twin | 5-speed |
1982
| Model | Engine | Transmission / Notes |
|---|---|---|
| 82-XLH | 1,000cc Sportster OHV V-twin | 4-speed |
| 82-XLS Roadster Custom Sport | 1,000cc Sportster OHV V-twin | 4-speed |
| 82-FLH Electra Glide | 80ci Shovelhead OHV V-twin | 4-speed |
| 82-FLT Tour Glide | 80ci Shovelhead OHV V-twin | 5-speed |
| 82-FLTC Tour Glide Classic | 80ci Shovelhead OHV V-twin | 5-speed |
| 82-FXE Super Glide | 80ci Shovelhead OHV V-twin | 5-speed |
| 82-FXS Low Rider | 80ci Shovelhead OHV V-twin | 4-speed |
| 82-FXWG Wide Glide | 80ci Shovelhead OHV V-twin | 4-speed |
| 82-FXB Sturgis | 80ci Shovelhead OHV V-twin | 4-speed |
| 82-FXR Super Glide II | 80ci Shovelhead OHV V-twin | 5-speed |
| 82-FXRS Super Glide II | 80ci Shovelhead OHV V-twin | 5-speed |
| 82-XLSA Anniversary Roadster | — | 25th Anniversary graphics; special paperwork signed by Vaughn Beals, Charlie Thompson, Willie G. Davidson |
| 82-XLHA Anniversary Sportster | — | 25th Anniversary graphics; special paperwork signed by Vaughn Beals, Charlie Thompson, Willie G. Davidson |
1983
| Model | Engine | Transmission / Notes |
|---|---|---|
| 83-XLX-61 | 1,000cc Sportster OHV V-twin | 4-speed |
| 83-XLH | 1,000cc Sportster OHV V-twin | 4-speed |
| 83-XLS Roadster Custom Sport | 1,000cc Sportster OHV V-twin | 4-speed |
| 83-XR-1000 | 1,000cc Sportster OHV V-twin | 4-speed |
| 83-FLHT Electra Glide | 80ci Shovelhead OHV V-twin | 5-speed |
| 83-FLHTC Electra Glide Classic | 80ci Shovelhead OHV V-twin | 5-speed |
| 83-FLH | 80ci Shovelhead OHV V-twin | 4-speed |
| 83-FLHS Electra Glide Sport | 80ci Shovelhead OHV V-twin | 4-speed |
| 83-FLT Tour Glide | 80ci Shovelhead OHV V-twin | 5-speed |
| 83-FLTC Tour Glide Classic | 80ci Shovelhead OHV V-twin | 5-speed |
| 83-FXDG Disc Glide | 80ci Shovelhead OHV V-twin | 4-speed |
| 83-FXE Super Glide | 80ci Shovelhead OHV V-twin | 4-speed |
| 83-FXSB Low Rider | 80ci Shovelhead OHV V-twin | 4-speed |
| 83-FXWG Wide Glide | 80ci Shovelhead OHV V-twin | 4-speed |
| 83-FXR Super Glide II | 80ci Shovelhead OHV V-twin | 5-speed |
| 83-FXRS Super Glide II | 80ci Shovelhead OHV V-twin | 5-speed |
| 83-FXRT Sport Glide | 80ci Shovelhead OHV V-twin | 5-speed |
1984
| Model | Engine | Transmission / Notes |
|---|---|---|
| 84-XLX-61 | 1,000cc Sportster OHV V-twin | 4-speed |
| 84-XLH | 1,000cc Sportster OHV V-twin | 4-speed |
| 84-XLS Roadster | 1,000cc Sportster OHV V-twin | 4-speed |
| 84-XR-1000 | 1,000cc Sportster OHV V-twin | 4-speed |
| 84-FXE Super Glide | 80ci Shovelhead OHV V-twin | 4-speed |
| 84-FXST Softail | 80ci Evolution OHV V-twin | 4-speed |
| 84-FXSB Low Rider | 80ci Shovelhead OHV V-twin | 4-speed |
| 84-FXWG Wide Glide | 80ci Shovelhead OHV V-twin | 4-speed |
| 84-FXRS Low Glide | 80ci Evolution OHV V-twin | 5-speed |
| 84-FXRT Sport Glide | 80ci Evolution OHV V-twin | 5-speed |
| 84-FXRP Police | 80ci Evolution OHV V-twin | 5-speed |
| 84-FXRDG Disc Glide | 80ci Evolution OHV V-twin | 5-speed |
| 84-FLH 80 Electra Glide | 80ci Shovelhead OHV V-twin | 4-speed |
| 84-FLHS Electra Glide | 80ci Shovelhead OHV V-twin | 4-speed |
| 84-FLHX Electra Glide | 80ci Shovelhead OHV V-twin | 4-speed |
| 84-FLTC Classic Tour Glide | 80ci Evolution OHV V-twin | 5-speed |
| 84-FLHTC Classic Electra Glide | 80ci Evolution OHV V-twin | 5-speed |
1985
| Model | Engine | Transmission / Notes |
|---|---|---|
| 85-XLH | 1,000cc Sportster OHV V-twin | 4-speed |
| 85-XLX-61 | 1,000cc Sportster OHV V-twin | 4-speed |
| 85-XLS Roadster | 1,000cc Sportster OHV V-twin | 4-speed |
| 85-FXEF Fat Bob | 80ci Evolution OHV V-twin | 5-speed |
| 85-FXST Softail | 80ci Evolution OHV V-twin | 5-speed |
| 85-FXSB Low Rider | 80ci Evolution OHV V-twin | 4-speed |
| 85-FXWG Wide Glide | 80ci Evolution OHV V-twin | 4-speed |
| 85-FXRS Low Glide | 80ci Evolution OHV V-twin | 5-speed |
| 85-FXRT Sport Glide | 80ci Evolution OHV V-twin | 5-speed |
| 85-FXRC | 80ci Evolution OHV V-twin | 5-speed |
| 85-FLTC Classic Tour Glide | 80ci Evolution OHV V-twin | 5-speed |
| 85-FLHTC Classic Electra Glide | 80ci Evolution OHV V-twin | 5-speed |
1986
| Model | Engine | Transmission / Notes |
|---|---|---|
| 86-XLH-883 Sportster | 883cc Evolution Sportster V-twin | 4-speed |
| 86-XLH-883 Sportster (upgrade) | 883cc Evolution Sportster V-twin | 4-speed |
| 86-XLH-1100 | 1,100cc Evolution Sportster V-twin | 4-speed |
| 86-FXR Super Glide | 80ci Evolution V-twin | 5-speed |
| 86-FXRS Low Rider | 80ci Evolution V-twin | 5-speed |
| 86-FXRT Sport Glide | 80ci Evolution V-twin | 5-speed |
| 86-FXRD Sport Glide Grand Touring | 80ci Evolution V-twin | 5-speed |
| 86-FXSTC Softail Custom | 80ci Evolution V-twin | 5-speed |
| 86-FXST Softail | 80ci Evolution V-twin | 5-speed |
| 86-FXWG Softail | 80ci Evolution V-twin | 4-speed |
| 86-FLHTC Classic Electra Glide | 80ci Evolution V-twin | 5-speed |
| 86-FLTC Classic Tour Glide | 80ci Evolution V-twin | 5-speed |
| 86-FLST Heritage Softail (midyear) | 80ci Evolution V-twin | 5-speed |
1987
| Model | Engine | Transmission / Notes |
|---|---|---|
| 87-XLH-883 Sportster | 883cc Evolution Sportster V-twin | 4-speed |
| 87-XLH-883 (upgrade) | 883cc Evolution Sportster V-twin | 4-speed |
| 87-XLH-1100 | 1,100cc Evolution Sportster V-twin | 4-speed |
| 87-FLHS Electra Glide Sport | 80ci Evolution V-twin | 5-speed |
| 87-FLHTC Electra Glide Classic | 80ci Evolution V-twin | 5-speed |
| 87-FLST Heritage Softail | 80ci Evolution V-twin | 5-speed |
| 87-FLSTC Heritage Softail Special | 80ci Evolution V-twin | 5-speed |
| 87-FXRT Sport Glide | 80ci Evolution V-twin | 5-speed |
| 87-FXST Softail | 80ci Evolution V-twin | 5-speed |
| 87-FXSTC Softail Custom | 80ci Evolution V-twin | 5-speed |
| 87-FLTC Tour Glide | 80ci Evolution V-twin | 5-speed |
| 87-FXRS-SP Low Rider Sport Edition | 80ci Evolution V-twin | 5-speed |
| 87-FXR Super Glide | 80ci Evolution V-twin | 5-speed |
| 87-FXRS Low Rider | 80ci Evolution V-twin | 5-speed |
| 87-FXLR Low Rider Custom | 80ci Evolution V-twin | 5-speed |
1988
| Model | Engine | Transmission / Notes |
|---|---|---|
| 88-XLH-883 Sportster | 883cc Evolution Sportster V-twin | 4-speed |
| 88-XLH-883 Sportster Hugger | 883cc Evolution Sportster V-twin | 4-speed |
| 88-XLH-883 Sportster Deluxe | 883cc Evolution Sportster V-twin | 4-speed |
| 88-XLH-1200 Sportster | 1,200cc Evolution Sportster V-twin | 4-speed |
| 88-FXR Super Glide | 80ci Evolution V-twin | 5-speed |
| 88-FXRS Low Rider | 80ci Evolution V-twin | 5-speed |
| 88-FXLR Low Rider Custom | 80ci Evolution V-twin | 5-speed |
| 88-FXRS-SP Low Rider Sport Edition | 80ci Evolution V-twin | 5-speed |
| 88-FXST Softail | 80ci Evolution V-twin | 5-speed |
| 88-FXSTC Softail Custom | 80ci Evolution V-twin | 5-speed |
| 88-FXSTS Springer Softail | 80ci Evolution V-twin | 5-speed; springer front forks |
| 88-FLST Heritage Softail | 80ci Evolution V-twin | 5-speed |
| 88-FLSTC Heritage Softail Classic | 80ci Evolution V-twin | 5-speed |
| 88-FXRT Sport Glide | 80ci Evolution V-twin | 5-speed |
| 88-FLHS Electra Glide Sport | 80ci Evolution V-twin | 5-speed |
| 88-FLTC Tour Glide Classic | 80ci Evolution V-twin | 5-speed |
| 88-FLHTC Electra Glide Classic | 80ci Evolution V-twin | 5-speed |
| 88-FXRS (85th Anniversary) | 80ci Evolution V-twin | Special 85th Anniversary trim |
| 88-FLTC (85th Anniversary) | 80ci Evolution V-twin | Special 85th Anniversary trim |
| 88-FLHTC (85th Anniversary) | 80ci Evolution V-twin | Special 85th Anniversary trim |
| 88-FXSTS (85th Anniversary graphics) | 80ci Evolution V-twin | Special 85th Anniversary graphics |
1989
| Model | Engine | Transmission / Notes |
|---|---|---|
| 89-XLH-883 Sportster | 883cc Evolution Sportster V-twin | 4-speed |
| 89-XLH-883 Sportster Hugger | 883cc Evolution Sportster V-twin | 4-speed |
| 89-XLH-883 Sportster Deluxe | 883cc Evolution Sportster V-twin | 4-speed |
| 89-XLH-1200 | 1,200cc Evolution Sportster V-twin | 4-speed |
| 89-FXR Super Glide | 80ci Evolution V-twin | 5-speed |
| 89-FXRS-CONV Low Rider Convertible | 80ci Evolution V-twin | 5-speed |
| 89-FXRS-SP Low Rider Sport Edition | 80ci Evolution V-twin | 5-speed |
| 89-FXLR Low Rider Custom | 80ci Evolution V-twin | 5-speed |
| 89-FXRT Sport Glide | 80ci Evolution V-twin | 5-speed |
| 89-FXSTS Springer Softail | 80ci Evolution V-twin | 5-speed |
| 89-FXST Softail | 80ci Evolution V-twin | 5-speed |
| 89-FXSTC Softail Custom | 80ci Evolution V-twin | OHV; 5-speed |
| 89-FLST Heritage Softail | 80ci Evolution V-twin | 5-speed |
| 89-FLSTC Heritage Softail Classic | 80ci Evolution V-twin | 5-speed |
| 89-FLHS Electra Glide Sport | 80ci Evolution V-twin | 5-speed |
| 89-FLHTC Electra Glide Classic | 80ci Evolution V-twin | 5-speed |
| 89-FLHTCU Ultra Classic Electra Glide | 80ci Evolution V-twin | 5-speed |
| 89-FLTC Tour Glide Classic | 80ci Evolution V-twin | 5-speed |
| 89-FLTCU Ultra Classic Tour Glide | 80ci Evolution V-twin | 5-speed |
References
- Harley-Davidson Data Book Print reference used for model years and specifications.
- Harley-Davidson — Official Website (Australia) Official site for factory specs, historical context, and imagery.


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