LOT 183
1993 Harley-Davidson 1,300cc FXR Super Glide II
Estimate: US$10,000 - US$12,000
Lot 183
1993 Harley-Davidson 1,300cc FXR Super Glide II
The Las Vegas Motorcycle Auction|23 January 2020, 12:30 PST|Las Vegas, Caesar's Entertainment Studios
1993 Harley-Davidson 1,300cc FXR Super Glide II
By the time Harley-Davidson's 90th anniversary rolled around in 1993, the company's birthday celebrations had become very big deals. Some 100,000 Harley riders converged upon Milwaukee for the festivities, and as always special-edition models with 90th anniversary badging and dedicated color schemes were part of the program. This FXR Super Glide II, number 187 of 800 in the series, shows the charcoal-gray-on-silver paint with orange pinstriping common to all Anniversary models that year, plus the winged 90th cloisonné tank emblems.
Introduced 10 years earlier, the FXR was a milestone in its own right. Here was a real rider's motorcycle, with a rigid, good-handling frame and a clever rubber-mount engine setup that kept the worst of the 1340cc Evolution V-twin's vibrations away from the rider. Factor in Showa suspension at both ends, decent cornering clearance and good brakes, and it's easy to see why the second-generation Super Glide was considered one of the best-handling cruisers of the era. The popular FXR line would remain in production until 1995 when it was phased out in favor of the Dyna series.
This 25,000-mile example was a true 'barn-find', parked and unridden for some time when acquired by the current owner. He undertook several rounds of extensive detailing to arrive at its current highly presentable, ready-to-ride condition, including refitting the original 'mid' foot controls. The few non-stock parts, such as the Phase I air-cleaner kit, Screamin' Eagle mufflers and combo backrest/luggage rack, are period accessories sourced from H-D's Genuine Parts & Accessories catalog.
Introduced 10 years earlier, the FXR was a milestone in its own right. Here was a real rider's motorcycle, with a rigid, good-handling frame and a clever rubber-mount engine setup that kept the worst of the 1340cc Evolution V-twin's vibrations away from the rider. Factor in Showa suspension at both ends, decent cornering clearance and good brakes, and it's easy to see why the second-generation Super Glide was considered one of the best-handling cruisers of the era. The popular FXR line would remain in production until 1995 when it was phased out in favor of the Dyna series.
This 25,000-mile example was a true 'barn-find', parked and unridden for some time when acquired by the current owner. He undertook several rounds of extensive detailing to arrive at its current highly presentable, ready-to-ride condition, including refitting the original 'mid' foot controls. The few non-stock parts, such as the Phase I air-cleaner kit, Screamin' Eagle mufflers and combo backrest/luggage rack, are period accessories sourced from H-D's Genuine Parts & Accessories catalog.
Footnotes
As with all Lots in the Sale, this Lot is sold 'as is/where is' and Bidders must satisfy themselves as to the provenance, condition, age, completeness and originality prior to bidding.
Saleroom notices
The frame numbmer is 1HD1ELL18PY113278. The engine number is *ELLP113278*.
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