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General information |
Model
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Harley-Davidson FL Hydra Glide |
Year of manufacture
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1955 |
Type
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Touring |
Rating
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Engine and transmission |
Engine size
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1208.0 ccm (73.71 cubic inches) |
Type of engine
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V2, four-stroke |
Engine details
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Knucklehead V-twin engine |
Output
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55.0 HP (40.1 kW)) @ 4800 RPM |
Top speed
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160.9 km/h (100.0 mph) |
Compression
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7.0:1 |
Bore x stroke
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87.0 x 102.0 mm (3.4 x 4.0 inches) |
Fuel system
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Carburettor |
Fuel control
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Overhead Valves (OHV) |
Cooling system
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Air |
Gearbox
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4-speed |
Transmission type
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Chain (final drive) |
Chassis, suspension, brakes and wheels |
Frame type
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Steel double downtube |
Front suspension
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Hydraulic telescopic forks |
Rear suspension
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Hardtail |
Front tire
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5.00-16 |
Rear tire
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5.00-16 |
Front brakes
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Expanding brake (drum brake) |
Rear brakes
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Expanding brake (drum brake) |
Wheels
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Laced wheels with whitewall tires |
Seat
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Solo seat |
Physical measures and capacities |
Dry weight
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267.0 kg (588.6 pounds) |
Power/weight ratio
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0.2060 HP/kg |
Wheelbase
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1510 mm (59.4 inches) |
Fuel capacity
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14.19 litres (3.75 US gallons) |
Oil capacity
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3.80 litres (4.02 US quarts) |
Other specifications |
Color options
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Black, red, blue |
Electrical
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6 Volt battery. |
Carrying capacity
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Soft saddlebags |
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Further information |
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