1959 Harley-Davidson FLH Duo Glide

Harley-Davidson FLH Duo Glide 1959


1959 Harley-Davidson FLH Duo Glide specifications, pictures, reviews and rating

General information
Motorcycle name Harley-Davidson FLH Duo Glide
Model year 1959
Category Touring
Rating 3.2  See the detailed rating of touring capabilities, reliability, accident risk, etc. Compare with any other motorbike.
Engine and transmission
Displacement 1212.7 ccm (74.00 cubic inches)
Engine type V2, four-stroke
Engine details Panhead V-twin engine
Power output 55.0 HP (40.1 kW)) @ 4800 RPM
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 Chain (final drive)
Chassis, suspension, brakes and wheels
Frame type Tubular cradle
Front suspension Hydraulic telescopic forks
Rear suspension Swingarm. Dual coil-over-shocks.
Front tire 5.00-16
Rear tire 5.00-16
Front brakes Expanding brake (drum brake)
Rear brakes Expanding brake (drum brake)
Wheels Wire spoked
Seat Solo seat
Physical measures and capacities
Dry weight 304.0 kg (670.2 pounds)
Power/weight ratio 0.1809 HP/kg
Wheelbase 1500 mm (59.1 inches)
Fuel capacity 14.19 litres (3.75 US gallons)
Oil capacity 3.70 litres (3.91 US quarts)
Other specifications
Color options Black, red, blue, turquoise
Starter Kick
Electrical 6 Volt battery.
Comments Windscreen. FLH models have higher compression then FL.
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Further information
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