Harley Davidson

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1903-1913

1914-1918

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1927-1927

1930-1936

1936-1941

1946-1951

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1966-1971

1971-1973

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1971-1973  

____1971-75 Snowmobiles____

1971-75.jpg)Production    N/A

Power plant   398 CC

Features         Harley engines

List Price      

From 1971 through 1975, Harley-Davidson offered its snowmobiles. The Harley-Davidson models were similar to other makes, although unlike many, the engines were manufactured by the company. In 1971 the 398cc snowmobile sold  with optional electric starting for an additional

____1972 SS-350 Sprint____

1972.jpg)Production   3,775

Power plant   21 CI single, 4-speed

Features        Enlarged engine displacement

List Price      

The engine of the 350 cc Sprint featured a longer stroke than the 250 cc models, and had considerably more power. It was still, however, a relatively small motorcycle by Harley-Davidson V-twin standards, and at nearly 300 pounds, was considered a lightweight class motorcycle.

____1972 XR-750____

1972-2.jpg)Production  200

Power plant   45 CI OHV V-twin, 4-speed

Features       Aluminum alloy cylinder heads

       

The XR-750 was developed to compete in National Championship dirt track races.  The engine was the result of many years of copious research and testing, and it became the standard for dirt track racing ever since.   The engine bears a strong resemblance to the 1952 K-Model.

____1972 Golf Car____

1972-3.jpg)Production   N/A

Power plant   Gas or electric

Features        Approved for golf courses

 

The golf cars were probably the only vehicles made by Harley-Davidson that did not have a handlebar.  They were powered by either gasoline or electric engines.  A commercial model, the Utilicar, was also offered in a number of versions.  By the late 60's Harley golf cars held about a third of the U.S. market.

____1972 M-65 Leggero____

1972-4.jpg)Production   5,207

Power plant   4CI single cylinder, 2-cycle

Features        Economy, ease of handling

 

An enlarged version of the M-50, the 65cc Leggero  when introduced, only $5 more than the smaller M-50.  Over 4,000 of the 50cc and 65cc machines were sold before Harley-Davidson got out of the moped business in 1972. 

____1972 Shortster____

1972-5.jpg)Production   8,000

Power plant   65 CC 2-stroke single cylinder

Features        Mini Bike for Kids

 

The tiny little Shortster mini bike, powered by a 4 cubic-inch engine size was increased to 90cc (5.5 cubic inches).  The "baby Sportster" were dropped after the 1975 model. 

____1972 FX Super Glide____

1972-6.jpg)Production   6,500

Power plant  74 CI V-twin, 4-speed

Features        Classic Super Glide styling

 

In its 2nd year of production, the Super Glide appeared without the bodywork of the premier model.  This look set a precedent for the future FX-series Harley Davidson motorcycles, and the Super Glide's styling formed a foundation for all future factory-made customs. 

____1973 FX Super Glide____

1973.jpg)Production  7,625

Power plant   74 CI V-twin, 4-speed 

Features        Traditional Harley sport bike look

 

Following the inaugural model of the FX in 1971 model year, Harley-Davidson returned to the more classic styling that would become a company hallmark.  The FX became the foundation of future Harley-Davidson "factory custom" motorcycles. 

____1973 SX-350 Scrambler____

1973-2.jpg)

Production  2,431

Power plant  21 CI single cylinder, 4-speed

Features       On and off road capabilities

The SX-350, a member of Harley-Davidson's Sprint line, was a sports bike intended for on or off road use.  With its high exhaust system and sleek styling, it was typical of the popular "dual purpose" trail bikes that blossomed during the early 70's.