1951 Harley-Davidson FL Hydra Glide. Picture credits - Auto.howstuffworks.com.
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General information |
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Motorcycle name
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Harley-Davidson FL Hydra Glide |
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Year of manufacture
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1951 |
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Type
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Touring |
| Price as new | US$ 900. MSRP depends on country, taxes, accessories, etc. |
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Rating
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Engine and transmission |
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Engine size
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1208.0 ccm (73.71 cubic inches) |
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Type of engine
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V2, four-stroke |
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Engine details
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Knucklehead V-twin engine |
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Output
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55.0 HP (40.1 kW)) @ 4800 RPM |
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Top speed
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160.9 km/h (100.0 mph) |
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Compression
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7.0:1 |
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Bore x stroke
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87.0 x 102.0 mm (3.4 x 4.0 inches) |
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Fuel system
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Carburettor |
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Fuel control
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Overhead Valves (OHV) |
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Cooling system
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Air |
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Gearbox
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4-speed |
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Transmission type
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Chain (final drive) |
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Chassis, suspension, brakes and wheels |
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Frame type
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Steel double downtube |
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Front suspension
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Hydraulic telescopic forks |
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Rear suspension
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Hardtail |
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Front tire
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5.00-16 |
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Rear tire
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5.00-16 |
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Front brakes
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Expanding brake (drum brake) |
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Rear brakes
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Expanding brake (drum brake) |
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Physical measures and capacities |
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Dry weight
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267.0 kg (588.6 pounds) |
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Power/weight ratio
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0.2060 HP/kg |
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Wheelbase
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1510 mm (59.4 inches) |
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Fuel capacity
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14.19 litres (3.75 US gallons) |
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Oil capacity
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3.80 litres (4.02 US quarts) |
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Other specifications |
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Color options
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Black, red, blue |
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Electrical
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6 Volt battery. |
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Further information |
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