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| Model: | Harley-Davidson FL Hydra Glide |
| Year: | 1956 |
| Category: | Touring |
| Rating: | 71 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other bikes |
| Engine and transmission |
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| Displacement: | 1212.00 ccm (73.96 cubic inches) |
| Engine type: | V2, four-stroke |
| Engine details: | Knucklehead V-twin engine |
| Power: | 55.00 HP (40.1 kW)) @ 4800 RPM |
| Top speed: | 160.9 km/h (100.0 mph) |
| Compression: | 7.0:1 |
| Bore x stroke: | 87.0 x 102.0 mm (3.4 x 4.0 inches) |
| Fuel system: | Carburettor |
| Fuel control: | Overhead Valves (OHV) |
| Cooling system: | Air |
| Gearbox: | 4-speed |
Transmission type,
final drive: | Chain |
| Chassis, suspension, brakes and wheels |
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| Frame type: | Steel double downtube |
| Front suspension: | Hydraulic telescopic forks |
| Rear suspension: | Hardtail |
| Front tyre: | 5.00-16 |
| Rear tyre: | 5.00-16 |
| Front brakes: | Expanding brake (drum brake) |
| Rear brakes: | Expanding brake (drum brake) |
| Wheels: | Laced wheels with whitewall tires |
| Seat: | Solo seat |
| Physical measures and capacities |
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| Dry weight: | 267.0 kg (588.6 pounds) |
| Power/weight ratio: | 0.2060 HP/kg |
| Wheelbase: | 1,510 mm (59.4 inches) |
| Fuel capacity: | 14.19 litres (3.75 gallons) |
| Oil capacity: | 3.80 litres (0.25 quarts) |
| Other specifications |
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| Color options: | Black, red, blue |
| Electrical: | 6 Volt battery. |
| Carrying capacity: | Soft saddlebags |
| Further information |
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