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1982 Harley-Davidson Dyna / FXR: A shovel with a chain
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The FXR/FXRS Super Glide® II was Harley's first post-AMF design - in a few years it would sport the new Evo motor, a beefier front end, and a belt drive. But in '82 it was the last incarnation of the 81.6" Shovelhead with reduced compression to burn anything you might put in the tank, and an oil consumption package. This was coupled to a new five-speed tranny w/shorter shift linkage for more aggressive shifting. All mounted to the frame utilizing Harley's Tri-mount rubber-isolation system. The next year's bikes would get the new belt drive, but these have chains.
The 19" front wheel was mounted between a 39mm narrow-glide front end, and suspended on stiff Showa forks with a 32 degree of rake. Stiff rear shocks were mounted to the end of the swing arm, vice in the middle as was done on other FX models. Total wheelbase was 64.7". Dual 10" disk brakes on the front, and a single 11.5" rear disk provided stopping power. New master cylinders improved braking performance.
Eric Buell is credited with leading the design and many believe the FXR is the best handling bike Harley built.
Also debuting in 82 is the FXRS Low Glide with cast wheels, contrasting tank panels, stepped seat, sissy bar and polished covers.
Cons: It's a Shovel and they often mark their spot. Motor Company support is all but gone, and aftermarket support is waning. Some feel the FXR battery location is a PITA. Everyone hates the horn location and performance. The early FXR oil filter location under the transmission is difficult to get at, but at least it never dumps oil on the bike while being changed. In it's day, it took lots of hits for the external rear shocks making it look too much like a Japanese bike, and earning it the nick "Ugly Glide."
Pros: Your getting the best Shovelhead engine Harley made, on the best frame they ever designed. It's a shovel with a chain. It rides great, and it embodies the spirit of the Eagle flying alone. The gods all ride FXRs.
My FXR History page: http://webpages.charter.net/bg
The 19" front wheel was mounted between a 39mm narrow-glide front end, and suspended on stiff Showa forks with a 32 degree of rake. Stiff rear shocks were mounted to the end of the swing arm, vice in the middle as was done on other FX models. Total wheelbase was 64.7". Dual 10" disk brakes on the front, and a single 11.5" rear disk provided stopping power. New master cylinders improved braking performance.
Eric Buell is credited with leading the design and many believe the FXR is the best handling bike Harley built.
Also debuting in 82 is the FXRS Low Glide with cast wheels, contrasting tank panels, stepped seat, sissy bar and polished covers.
Cons: It's a Shovel and they often mark their spot. Motor Company support is all but gone, and aftermarket support is waning. Some feel the FXR battery location is a PITA. Everyone hates the horn location and performance. The early FXR oil filter location under the transmission is difficult to get at, but at least it never dumps oil on the bike while being changed. In it's day, it took lots of hits for the external rear shocks making it look too much like a Japanese bike, and earning it the nick "Ugly Glide."
Pros: Your getting the best Shovelhead engine Harley made, on the best frame they ever designed. It's a shovel with a chain. It rides great, and it embodies the spirit of the Eagle flying alone. The gods all ride FXRs.
My FXR History page: http://webpages.charter.net/bg
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