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The 1985 FXEF was the first and last FXEF to have the Evo motor along with being the last year for the 4sp and chain drive. In 1986, all FX-based bikes except the Wide Glide were supplanted by FXR-based bikes. The Wide Glide was discontinued the following year [10] as the new line of Softail models provides chopper-like looks.
Second custom designed for the Dyna Glide family series. 2014 mid-year return of the Lowrider after 3 model years hiatus. Fat Bob FXEF FXDF 96.7 cu in (1,584 cc) (2008–) 1979–1986, 2008–2016 2012 sees the introduction of new 103ci engine Wide Glide FXWG FXDWG FXDWGI 96.7 cu in (1,584 cc) (2007–2011)
This basically was an FXWG Wide Glide, but instead of the visible twin shocks, the softail swingarm was used, with the shocks hidden under the gearbox, which at the time was still 4-speed with kickstarter and chain. Other companies had introduced rear suspension designs with invisible shocks, but for performance reasons.
Harley-Davidson introduced the Softail chassis in 1984. [26] The original Softails used the bare FXWG wide telescopic fork and slim 21-inch front wheel, but the FLST Heritage Softail introduced in 1986 came with a similar size but covered FL-style telescopic fork, fat-tired 16-inch wheels front and rear, and large fenders to match.
The Evolution Big Twin saw a fifteen-year run in Harley-Davidson's Dyna, Softail, FXR, and Touring frames, although a limited number of Evolutions were used in the 2000 model year CVO FXR4, and 1999 FXR2 and FXR3 models. While the main case was only slightly modified from the previous Shovelhead engine, the top end was significantly improved.
Harley-Davidson Shovelhead engine at the Harley-Davidson Museum. The Shovelhead engine is a motorcycle engine that was produced by Harley-Davidson from 1966 to 1984, built as a successor to the previous Panhead engine. When the engine was first produced, the Shovelhead had a shallower combustion chamber, larger valve drop for both intake and ...