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I tried to make a wikipedia page, but they shot it down due to lack of references. What they don't realize, there is no references as the history has not been well documented. If you do a google search for Road Glide history, this forum is the only thing that comes up. If you have more to add or corrections, please reply and I will edit so all info is good and up to date. I would love to have listed all color choices for each year, so please help me out there where you can. Most of the initial information came from forum members RoadGlideRider and JacktheBagger - thanks for sharing your knowledge gentlemen. A lot of the missing info is going to take some of you experienced guys to fill in the blanks for me, as information is just not out there on the web. _________________________________ The Harley-Davidson '''Road Glide''' or '''Tour Glide''' is an American made touring motorcycle that was first put into production in the year 1979. The Tour Glide was different then any H-D models before, in that it had a fixed fairing that was attached to the frame and did not move with the handlebars. Today the Road Glide is one of the most popular motorcycles in the custom bagger world, and for long distance touring. The shape of the fairing is often referred to as a "Sharknose" fairing due to the resemblence of a shark. _________________________________ First years - Tour Glide The Tour Glide was introduced in 1979 and only 19 FLT's were produced that year. In the following year Harley produced 4480. The 1980 Tour Glide was the first to have the 5 speed transmission and 3 point rubber mounted engine. The motorcycle also had a rectangular steel back bone , and tubular frame, twin 10" front disc, single 12" rear disc and an enclosed final chain drive. The bike was powered by an 82ci (1338cc) Shovelhead with a bore x stroke of 89 x 108mm and had a wet multiplate clutch, 5 gallon gas tank and the bike weighed 725lbs. The 1981 model brought a VfireII electronic ignition, lower 7.4:1 C.R., longer valve guides, extra oil drain lines from the rocker boxes, revised valve guide seals, and a Girling rear brake caliper. In 1982, the FLT got new handlebars and seat, primary chain oiler, higher output alternator, and locks for the luggage. 1983 only brought a lower seat, and stiffer suspension. From 1979 to early 1984 the tour glide was powered by the Shovelhead engine. In late 1984 until 1996 the motorcycle was powered by the Evolution engine. The early 1984 models had a shovelhead bottom end with an EVO top end. There was never a Police FLT Model. Only FLHT, FXRP, XLP, and Dyna Police models. It is known that the 1984 through 1988 models (at least, maybe more) had air resivors in the crash bars for air assist to the front fork springs. The 1985 model was changed from a final drive chain to a belt. The Tour Glide came without a Radio or gauge mounting positions made into the fairing. To add a radio, you would need to purchase a Radio Caddy from Harley, or several after market companies. Some after market caddys came with the gauges mounted in the radio aaddy. To add Harley gauges, Harley sold ones that required you to drill a hole in the fairing and mount them there. Harley introduced the Radio Caddy for the Tour Glide fairing and was stock beginning with the 1986 model year. It is the same year Harley had the radio in the Inner/outer fairing on the Electra Glide. It was produced by Radio Sound. That radio was only used in the 1986/87 model years. The only major change made that didn't change the name of the model line was to move the turn signals from in the fairing to outside and attached to the lower mounting supports and this happened in 1988. 1989 the "Ultra" model was introduced along with the base FLT model. The alternator was bumped up to 32 amp for 1989 and it also had a one piece pinion shaft and right flywheel. The FLTCU model came standard with cruise control, a CB radio, intercom, front and rear sound systems, and fairing lowers, and two tone paint jobs. The standard FLTs were solid colored bikes. A sidecar option was available for the FLTCU, but only 15 were made in 1989. Total production for 1989 is believed to be 603. The Tour Glide's last year of production was in the 1996 model year, and also the first year for the fuel injection option. There was not any FLT models produced for the 1997 model year. _________________________________ Road Glide years With the introduction of the 1998 model lines, Harley introduced the FLTR Road Glide. This was using the same frame and motor assembly as the Electra Glide, as before, but with a completely redesigned fairing. It included the radio and gauges mounted in the fairing in areas that were made for this purpose. This inner and outer fairing has not changed for the entire production run of the Road Glide. From 1998 to present it has remained the same. The fairing changed slightly and this was the last year for the Evolution engine. In 1999 Harley Touring models got the Twin Cam engine that bumped the displacement up to 88". From 1999 to 2003 the motorcycle had very minimal changes. In 2000 and 2001 Harley offered CVO Road Glides, the FLTRSEI and FLTRSE2. 2004 brought the change from cassette tape to compact disc, and in 2006 the radio manufacture changed from Radio Sound to Harman/Kardon. 2007 the engine displacement increased from 88ci to 96ci and Transmission to 6 Speed, and all Touring Models became EFI standard. In 2008 the fuel tank increased to 6 Gallons. Throttle changed to Throttle By Wire, brakes changed to Brembo Brakes, and an ABS option for all Touring Models. 2009 brought the new frame, rear tire changed to 180 wide rear tire and 17 " front tire. This was the last year of the Road Glide (FLTR). After many years Harley Davidson brought back a CVO Road Glide in 2009 (FLTRSE3). _________________________________ Custom and Ultra years After many rumors that the Road Glide's last year was going to be the 2009 model year, 2010 models came out with a newly designed Road glide called the Road Glide Custom and designated model FLTRX. The bike was basically the same as a Street Glide, just with the shark nose or fixed fairing. The 2010 models was the first and only year to offer a 2 into 1 headpipe. 2010 was also introduced with 18" front tire, lowered rear end with newly designed tail lights, doing away with the center brake light in the middle of the rear fender. In 2010 Harley redesigned the fairing mounting supports. They were redesigned to move the fairing up and re-angle the fairing to make the fairing accept the vented lowers that are now being used on the Electra Glide. Before this models change, the Road Glide required a different lower fairing from and of the "Batwing" or Road King models lines. Cruise Control was made optional (controls removed from handlebars). 2011 Road Glide Custom (FLTRX) same as before with new colors and 103ci motor option and a 2/1/2 headpipe. The Road Glide Ultra (FLTRU) was introduced with a 17" front tire and has the TwinCam 103ci motor. Harley also produced a FLTR CVO Road Glide Ultra (FLTRUSE) with 110ci engine and 18" front and rear tire. 2012 saw both the FLTRX and FLTRU models return, and a FLTRXSE in 3 color offerings. 2011 was definatley a big year for the Road Glide, along with 2012 and the best kept secret in the Harley Davidson line-up, seems to be finally getting some well deserved respect in the touring community. 2013 was another great year for the Road Glide, with the Custom and Ultra returning with new color offerings. Also the FLTRXSE2 returned with addition speakers in the saddlebag lids, 2 paint offerings and the 110 year anniversary edition CVO Road Glide. The FLTRXSE2 came with Harley's new LED lighting for the Road Glides. ​  

Color options for each year according to model and Some models (mainly CVO) has the production numbers that could be found and even the country the bike went to. ---------- 1979 ---------- - FLT Vivid Black ---------- 1980 ---------- - FLT* Birch White Vivid Black Rich Red Saddle Brown Bright Blue Charcoal Grey Candy Red ---------- 1981 ---------- - FLT* Birch White Vivid Black Classic Tan Classic Creme Candy Root Beer Metallic Blue Light Red Dark Carmine Orange Olive Light Charcoal Metallic Dark Silver ---------- 1982 ---------- - FLT* Birch White Vivid Black Classic Tan Classic Creme Metallic Blue Light Red Dark Carmine Orange Brown Emerald Green Red Pewter Maroon ---------- 1983 ---------- - FLT* Birch White Vivid Black Classic Tan Classic Creme Pewter Maroon Indigo Blue Claret red Slate Grey Metallic ---------- 1984 ---------- - FLT* Birch White Vivid Black Classic Tan Classic Creme Pewter Maroon Indigo Blue Claret Red Candy Purple Rose Metallic Slate Grey Metallic ---------- 1985 ---------- - FLT* Birch White Vivid Black Classic Tan Classic Creme Candy Blue Slate Grey Metallic ---------- 1986 ---------- - FLT* Birch White Vivid Black Candy Red Slate Grey Metallic Candy Blue Candy Pearl Signal Red ---------- 1987 ---------- - FLT* ---------- 1988 ---------- - FLT* Vivid Black Bright Cobalt Candy Blue Bright Candy Plum Candy Brandywine Candy Crimson Brandywine & Crimson Bright Cobalt Blue & Brilliant Silver Candy Bronze & Creme Vivid Black & Creme Metallic Blue & Cadet Blue Metallic Creme & Champagne Gold ---------- 1989 ---------- - FLT* & FLTCU* Vivid Black Metallic Blue Candy Brandywine Bright Candy Plum Brandywine & Crimson Metallic Blue & Brilliant Silver Vivid Black & Creme Candy Bronze & Creme Metallic Blue & Cadet Blue Metallic Creme & Champagne Gold Vivid Black & Brilliant Silver ---------- 1990 ---------- - FLT & FLTCU* Burgandy & Candy Red ---------- 1991 ---------- - FLT* & FLTCU* Birch White Bright Sapphire Dark Candy Ruby Dark Sapphire Light Candy Ruby Turquoise Vivid Black Vivid Yellow White Wineberry Pearl ---------- 1992 ---------- - FLT* & FLTCU* Birch White Bright Sapphire Sunglo Charcoal Satinbrite Dark Candy Ruby Dark Sapphire Sunglo Light Candy Ruby Light Poppy Pearl Red Voyage Turquoise Vivid Black White ---------- 1993 ---------- - FLT* & FLTCU* Aqua Sunglo (canceled – replaced by Aqua Pearl in 1994) ----- Arctic White Birch White Bright Victory Red Sunglo Bright Wineberry Sunglo Charcoal Satinbrite Custom Red Custom Tan Dark Victory Red Sunglo Dark Wineberry Sunglo Mandarin Pearl Scarlet Red Silver Vivid Black ---------- 1994 ---------- - FLT* & FLTCU* Aqua Pearl Birch White Bright Victory Red Sunglo Burgundy Pearl Charcoal Satinbrite Dark Victory Red Sunglo Gold Poly Nugget Yellow Scarlet Red Silver Vivid Black ---1994 Custom--- Blue Metallic Crimson Dark Candy Ruby Dark Knight Blue Dyna Silver Knight Light Blue Light Candy Ruby ---------- 1995 ---------- - FLT* & FLTCU* Aqua Pearl Birch White Bright Victory Red Sunglo Burgundy Pearl Charcoal Satinbrite Dark Victory Red Sunglo Gold Poly Nugget Yellow Scarlet Red Silver Vivid Black ---------- 1996 ---------- - FLT* & FLTCU* Aqua Pearl Birch White Mystique Green Patriot Red Pearl Platinum Silver States Blue Pearl Victory Red Sunglo Violet Pearl Vivid Black ---------- 1998 ---------- - FLTR(I)* Birch White Lazer Red Pearl Mystique Green Platinum Silver Sinister Blue Pearl Violet Pearl Vivid Black ---95th Anniversary Colors--- Champagne Metallic Midnight Red ---------- 1999 ---------- - FLTR(I)* = 467 total production Aztec Orange = 29 ~Cali.: 3 ~CAN: 1 ~JAP: 5 ~USA: 20 Birch White Cobalt Blue Pearlcoat Diamond Ice Pearlcoat Lazer Red Pearl Mystique Green Nugget Yellow Scarlet Red Sinister Blue Pearl Violet Pearl Vivid Black ---------- 2000 ---------- - FLTR(I)* Aztec Orange Pearlcoat Birch White Bronze Pearl Chrome Yellow Cobalt Blue Pearlcoat Diamond Ice Pearlcoat Ice White Luxury Rich Red Sinister Blue Pearl Suede Green Pearl Viking Purple/Concord Purple Pearl Vivid Black White Highlight Pearl Luxury Blue - CVO FLTRISE Vivid Black/VR Racing Orange/Arctic White = 793 Three-Tone Red = 768 ---------- 2001 ---------- - FLTR(I)* Birch White Bronze Pearl Chrome Yellow Diamond Ice Pearl Jade Sunglo Luxury Rich Blue Luxury Rich Red Racing Orange Real Teal Flash Suede Green Pearl Viking Purple/Concord Purple Pearl Vivid Black White Highlight Pearl - CVO FLTRISE2 Vivid Black/Platinum Silver/Charcoal Satin Bright = 858 Sinister Blue Pearl/Diamond Ice/States Blue Pearl = 849 ---------- 2002 ---------- - FLTR(I)* Birch White Diamond Ice Pearlcoat Imperial Blue Mica/Impact Blue Mica Jade Sunglo Luxury Rich Blue Luxury Rich Red Racing Orange Real Red Real Teal Flash Suede Green Pearl Viking Purple/Concord Purple Pearl Vivid Black White Highlight Pearl ---------- 2003 ---------- - FLTR(I) Two-Tone Sterling Silver and Vivid Black Vivid Black Gunmetal Pearl Luxury Blue Pearl Luxury Rich Red Pearl White Pearl ---------- 2004 ---------- - FLTR(I) Vivid Black Sierra Red Pearl Luxury Teal Pearl Smokey Gold Pearl Impact Blue Pearl ---------- 2005 ---------- - FLTR(I) Vivid Black Sierra Red Pearl Smokey Gold Pearl Black Cherry Pearl Black Pearl Chopper Blue Pearl Yellow Pearl ---------- 2006 ---------- - FLTR(I) Vivid Black Brilliant Silver Pearl Black Cherry Pearl Black Pearl Chopper Blue Pearl Fire Red Pearl Deep Cobalt Pearl Yellow Pearl ---------- 2007 ---------- - FLTR Vivid Black Black Cherry Pearl Black Pearl Fire Red Pearl Deep Cobalt Pearl Pacific Blue Pearl Pewter Pearl Yellow Pearl Mirage Orange Pearl ---------- 2008 ---------- - FLTR Anniversary Copper and Vivid Black Vivid Black Black Pearl Pewter Pearl Dark Blue Pearl Crimson Red Sunglo Crimson Red Denim Mirage Orange Pearl Candy Red Sunglo ---------- 2009 ---------- - FLTR Vivid Black Black Pearl Dark Blue Pearl Red Hot Denim Red Hot Sunglo Mirage Orange Pearl - CVO FLTRSE3 Yellow Pearl and Charcoal Slate = 517 Electric Orange and Vivid Black = 1,605 Stardust Silver and Titanium Dust = 1,386 ---------- 2010 ---------- - FLTRX Vivid Black Denim Black Scarlett Red ---------- 2011 ---------- - FLTRX Vivid Black Denim Black Sedona Orange Cool Blue Pearl - FLTRU Vivid Black Brilliant Silver Pearl Cool Blue Pearl Merlot Sunglo - CVO FLTRUSE Rio Red & Black Ember/Quartzite Graphics = 1,338 ~USA-1,113 ~CAN-59 ~ENG-30 ~HDI-86 ~JPN-50 Charcoal Slate & Black Twilight/Quartzite Graphics = 1,213 ~USA: 985 ~CAN: 49 ~ENG: 20 ~HDI: 116 ~JPN: 43 Frosted Ivory & Vintage Gold/Quartzite Graphics = 346 ~USA: 216 ~CAN: 14 ~ENG: 20 ~HDI: 68 ~JPN: 28 ---------- 2012 ---------- - FLTRX Vivid Black Denim Black Chrome Yellow Big Blue Pearl - FLTRU Vivid Black Big Blue Pearl Ember Red Sunglo - CVO FLTRXSE = appx. 2639 total Maple Metallic/Vivid Black w/ Real Smoke Graphics = 799 ~USA: 621 ~CAN: 49 ~ENG: 04 ~HDI: 78 ~JPN: 47 Candy Cobalt/Twilight Blue w/ Real Smoke Graphics = 602 ~USA: 451 ~CAN: 37 ~ENG: 04 ~HDI: 50 ~JPN: 60 White Gold Pearl/Starfire Black w/ Real Smoke Graphics = 1,238 ~USA: 870 ~CAN: 49 ~ENG: 03 ~HDI: 231 ~JPN: 85 ---------- 2013 ---------- - FLTRX Vivid Black Denim Black Candy Orange Big Blue Pearl - FLTRU Vivid Black Big Blue Pearl Ember Red Sunglo Midnight Pearl - CVO FLTRXSE2 Roman Gold/Burnt Emerald w/ Edge Graphics Atomic Orange/Galaxy Grey w/ Edge Graphics Anniversary Diamond Dust/Obsidian w/ Palladium Graphics _________________________________________ _________________________________________ * = Only information that could be found was colors for all models, and may not be model specific. _________________________________________ _________________________________________  

hay there's my 84 TG .. Turn signal went from the fairing to the current location in 1988 .. I have yet to see proof that the TG was a 1979 , every reference I have says 1980 .. 80 also saw first rubber mount with the TG and TG was first five speed .. Enclosed chain final drive .. FWIW my late 84 TG cost under $8500 new .. My 88 TG cost under $10000 new .. 1989 first Ultra and it was a TG First FI for TG was in 1996 99 model years see TC 88 JtB  

I still have my 1980 TG which is an international model. It was built in 1979 as a 1980 model. Still have all the paperwork that came with it if any one is interested. Oh yes and it cost the equivalent of $8000 US  

One heck of a write up. Many thanks for your effort in this endeavor! Gotta be a stickey. Thanks, Beavz  

JacktheBagger, updated with your info,. many thanks.  

Great thread...Thanks  

Thanks for the great post!  

I will have the colors from 1980 thru 1999 or so tomorrow for you JtB  

The Tour Glide was introduced as a 1980 'Model Year' motorcycle. These models are generally introduced at the Summer Dealer Meeting held during the summer of the 'calendar year' before the 'model year'. Therefore it would have been introduced in the calendar year 1979.  

that has been my argument all along , a 1980 model introduced in 1979 JtB  

Very cool to have this information. Thanks for your efforts, folks.  

I just dug out "The Harley-Davidson Motor Company - An Official Eighty Year History, published in 1987. According to a glossary in the back of this book there were 19 FLT's built as 1979's and 4,480 FLT's built as 1980's.  

JacktheBagger said: I will have the colors from 1980 thru 1999 or so tomorrow for you JtB Click to expand...

BigJack said: Very cool. Wish there was more pics. Great thread Chain! Click to expand...

Nice Job Thank for sharing your time and knowledge Sent from my DROID BIONIC using Tapatalk  

I was just wondering about this. Very cool.  

2003s had cd player.  

Very cool. Wish there was more pics. Great thread Chain!  

My 1996 FLTCUI. Factory two tone paint . Came stock with Cassette four speaker stereo with tank mounted CB radio. Also had two stock fairing mounted guages the rest where inclosed in the handle bar mounted speedo/tac housing.  

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Updated,. thanks to JacktheBagger for a ton of new info!  

Great informative read. Thanks  

Great read loved learning about the history --- I am here: http://tapatalk.com/map.php?rr0qke  

Great work Chain! Why don't you submit the info to AI or AB for publication. It would be nice to see it in print.  

Once all the info is complete I may just do that. Cafepress.com, the site that we currently have the merchandise with can also print books. I may go through them and have some printed up, but we'll see.  

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Opinions on 1996 Harley tour glide

Discussion in ' Road Warriors ' started by Kubla , Aug 28, 2013 .

Kubla Long timer

Hi all, some of the inmates here ride Harley's when no one is looking and I would like to know what they think of a 96 tour glide (last year made) that I found for $6200. I think the man said it had about 40k miles and the cell phone pic texted to me did not look too bad so I am going to go look at it this weekend. I had a 1980 tour glide in the past and like the big ugly fairing but the other issues I had with it were hard to put up withx

DireWolf Knees in the Breeze

Should be solid is he had any maint. records.

unlucky1 Been here awhile

The Evo 80, while no power house or speed demon, is a sweetheart of a motor. If the bike has been reasonably well maintained, it should do alright. The air ride suspension is pretty dumpy though, but you can replace those with proper oil-dampened shocks. Anecdote: I did a 6000 mile trip in June with my wife (on her BMW) and a friend (on his 98 Road King w/ 50k - similar mechanical config to the 96 TG), and the Road King's only trouble was a flat tire that could have happened to anybody.

Here are 2 cell phone pics of the bike Sorry Size fail going to try again

smaller pics

TALLGUY Been here awhile Super Supporter

That should be a fine machine unless it was poorly treated. The evo motor should provide many more miles of enjoyment. Evos did like to blow cylinder base gaskets and rocker box gaskets. Neither would create an engine failure, just a mess. The evos did not create much HP stock and in a dresser always felt a little underpowered but money can fix that easily enough. Can the rear shocks and stock seat upon purchase. Front fork upgrades are good as well. I like the frame mounted fairings. With all the above said, if you keep oil and gas in it then you could probably ride all over the planet with little stress just the way it is.

Anorak Woolf Barnato Supporter

The exhaust system will fall off if you buy it from Direwolf but luckily they come with a D&D exhaust as well. I'm just giving Direwolf the business. I am a long time FLH owner, three weeks, and I love it. Mine is an 89 with 30k miles. The power is adequate on mine. Since you had a Shovel previously, you should be happy.

bjorn240 Good with a map!

That looks nice and clean. If I could get that for 6 large, I'd be smilin'.

BadKarma Long timer Supporter

Looks reasonable to me... When tourglides came out guys called them the ugliest Harley ever built, personally I think the FXRT's are uglier ;-) I love that "two slice toaster" gauge cluster, lots of fond memories behind one of those! Evo's were pretty bug free by '96 model year. If you need more power you can fix that relatively cheaply. Otherwise, I'd just change the fluids, check the belt and ride the bejeebers out of it. Nice find!

ramon weezin' the juice!

I'd be all over that, like a cheap @$$ suit!!!

JerryH Vintage scooter/motorcycle enthusiast Supporter

I don't no anything about that specific bike, other than it's a Harley, but IMO (and MANY others) the EVO 80 was the best engine H-D ever made. They went the Japanese "disposable" route with many parts on the Twin Cam. It can be rebuilt many times, and there a re a lot of aftermarket upgrades for it, including modern gaskets that don't fail. Harley offers several different sizes of many parts, even cam and oil pump drive gears and cam spacers so you can get the right clearance. It's one of the simplest motorcycle engines ever made, and will last a long time if you keep it stock. Keep it 80ci, and if you ever rebuild it, use better gaskets, a high volume oil pump, and an S&S crankcase breather. Keep the stock cam. It's not a hot rod, it is just a big v-twin that likes to rumble along at low rpms.

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JerryH said: ↑ It's one of the simplest motorcycle engines ever made, and will last a long time if you keep it stock. Keep it 80ci, and if you ever rebuild it, use better gaskets, a high volume oil pump, and an S&S crankcase breather. Keep the stock cam. It's not a hot rod, it is just a big v-twin that likes to rumble along at low rpms. Click to expand...

Dave in Wi Long timer

There was one of these on Craig's near me earlier this summer. Under 30k miles and around 6 grand. The ad disappeared in a couple of hours. I'm still kind of kicking myself.

131unlimited Been here awhile

I've owned and maintained multiple EVO 5 speeds over the years. 96 is a good year. It is a top breather that has umbrella valves in the rocker boxes. By this time , many of the case upgrades had been done as it had been in production since 84. Besides leaking base gaskets and rocker box gaskets that happen due to milage and age, the one thing that should be addressed is to replace the stock INA cam bearing with a torrington B-138 cam bearing. While your there, put in a cam for better performance to haul the heavy Hog. Andrews and others offer several profiles that are proven performers. Also as mentioned above, replace the lifters with OEM ( B series are the good ones) when you are replacing the cam bearing. Evo's like to be warmed up well before you romp on them. Starting them up cold and then getting on the throttle will only lead to gasket leaks. So let it warm up till the heads are nice an toasty before getting crazy with the throttle. PS - please do not feed JerryH, he pontificates ad nauseum on all HD threads, but his experience in owning and maintining HD's is zero... Bueller is a great source of info on this site and HD Tech Talk ( Evo sub forum ) is great for EVO tech as well as HDForums ( Evo Sub forum) .

drhach We can't stop here, this is bat country!!

Were the touring bikes rubber mounted by that point?

drhach said: ↑ Were the touring bikes rubber mounted by that point? Click to expand...

1980 tour guide was rubber mounted and had a 5 speed, first year for both, but the electric stuff on it sucked

131unlimited said: ↑ The FXR series were also rubber mounted Click to expand...

grumbler Ride Hard Stay Hard

TALLGUY said: ↑ Evos did like to blow cylinder base gaskets and rocker box gaskets. Neither would create an engine failure, just a mess. Click to expand...

Bought it for $5500, fuel injected, needs some stock pipes, leaks some oil, and the air suspension had way too much air in it and I do not know how to adjust it

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1989-1996 FLHR/FLHT/FLHR Profiler™ Seat

• Installation
• Selecting the Proper Saddlemen Seat

Saddlemen’s® classic slammed seat for two features narrow styling, a thin profile, and low riding height. Specially designed base allows the seat to drop down into the bike for the lowest riding position possible. Surprisingly comfortable, the Profiler was developed using Saddlemen’s® famous combination of variable density foam and  SaddleGel™ in the driver's position, easing tailbone pressure and improving circulation for a smooth, comfortable ride.

Don’t accept anything less as you cannot buy a better seat. Winning show bike looks in a low, sleek seat plus top quality and innovative features, combined with comfort designed and engineered specifically for real riders– all great reasons to choose Saddlemen®

This seat features narrow styling, a thin profile and low riding height. The specially designed base allows the seat to drop down into the bike for the lowest riding position possible.

The Profiler features one of Saddlemen’s greatest contributions to motorcycle comfort technology- SaddleGel. SaddleGel uses an exclusive formulation developed to provide superior cushioning that’s especially beneficial for thinner seats where foam alone just isn’t sufficient enough to provide the maximum amount of comfort for long rides.

Gel-Core technology is engineered to dampen, divert, and deflect energy from the road. This technique combines a specially formulated polymer known as SaddleGel with the latest co-molding comfort technology foam to reduce engine vibration and the effects it has on your body while riding.

Scientifically engineered AND proven to increase the amount of time you’re able to spend on your motorcycle. The SaddleGel can also conform to all body shapes, sizes and it contours to reduce pressure points and eliminate those dreaded hot spots. This combination reduces tailbone and hipbone pressure. Each seat has been meticulously shaped and ride-tested for comfort and control issues that haunt the motorcycle’s original stock seat.

Instructions are a breeze and you’ll have your seat installed in just 5 easy steps. If you’re looking for a quality seat that’s made right here in the USA at an affordable price, pick up the Saddlemen Profiler today!

• Narrow styling, a thin profile and low riding height.
• Unique blend of variable density foam and SaddleGel™ eases tailbone pressure and improves  circulation.
• Supple SaddleHyde offers a combination of comfort, glove-soft leathery feel and weather-resistant, no-maintenance good looks.
• The Profiler seat is available for most H-D models.
• Designed and made in the U.S.A.

1987 Harley-Davidson Touring FLHS Electra Glide Sport

1988 Harley-Davidson Touring FLHS Electra Glide Sport

1989 Harley-Davidson Touring FLHS Electra Glide Sport

1989 Harley-Davidson Touring FLHTC Electra Glide Classic

1989 Harley-Davidson Touring FLHTCU Electra Glide Ultra Classic

1989 Harley-Davidson Touring FLT Tour Glide

1990 Harley-Davidson Touring FLHS Electra Glide Sport

1990 Harley-Davidson Touring FLHTC Electra Glide Classic

1990 Harley-Davidson Touring FLHTCU Electra Glide Ultra Classic

1990 Harley-Davidson Touring FLT Tour Glide

1991 Harley-Davidson Touring FLHS Electra Glide Sport

1991 Harley-Davidson Touring FLHTC Electra Glide Classic

1991 Harley-Davidson Touring FLHTCU Electra Glide Ultra Classic

1991 Harley-Davidson Touring FLT Tour Glide

1992 Harley-Davidson Touring FLHS Electra Glide Sport

1992 Harley-Davidson Touring FLHTC Electra Glide Classic

1992 Harley-Davidson Touring FLHTCU Electra Glide Ultra Classic

1992 Harley-Davidson Touring FLT Tour Glide

1993 Harley-Davidson Touring FLHS Electra Glide Sport

1993 Harley-Davidson Touring FLHTC Electra Glide Classic

1993 Harley-Davidson Touring FLHTCU Electra Glide Ultra Classic

1993 Harley-Davidson Touring FLT Tour Glide

1994 Harley-Davidson Touring FLHR Road King

1994 Harley-Davidson Touring FLHTC Electra Glide Classic

1994 Harley-Davidson Touring FLHTCU Electra Glide Ultra Classic

1994 Harley-Davidson Touring FLT Tour Glide

1995 Harley-Davidson Touring FLHR Road King

1995 Harley-Davidson Touring FLHTC Electra Glide Classic

1995 Harley-Davidson Touring FLHTCU Electra Glide Ultra Classic

1995 Harley-Davidson Touring FLT Tour Glide

1996 Harley-Davidson Touring FLHR Road King

1996 Harley-Davidson Touring FLHT Electra Glide

1996 Harley-Davidson Touring FLHTC Electra Glide Classic

1996 Harley-Davidson Touring FLHTCU Electra Glide Ultra Classic

1996 Harley-Davidson Touring FLT Tour Glide

COVER TECH Saddlehyde™ Technology

The ideal cover for a motorcycle must exhibit many features, and Saddlemen utilizes the best material, Saddlehyde™, which provides the optimum combination of good looks, comfort and durability. First, Saddlehyde™, has a luxurious look and feel due to its leather grain and soft touch feel. Second, Saddlehyde™ has a built in compliance, or stretch, that enhances the gel and foam characteristics for increased comfort. Many other materials, including many leathers, are more board like and prevent the foam or gel from doing their job of softening your ride. Third, motorcycle seats are exposed to some of the worst conditions imaginable; bright sun, heat, rain and constant flexing, conditions that ruin the looks and durability of ordinary materials. Saddlehyde™ excels in these conditions and constant application of conditioners is not required.

COMFORT FOAM Co-Molded Technology

Our unique Co-mold process is the largest comfort advancement in motorcycle seating since the creation of the suspension.

The Cushion Layer

The top sculpted layer is the sensory layer. It cushions and provides that nice soft touch.

The Absorption Layer

The middle layer isolates vibration, absorbs and dampens shock, disperses the pressure and promotes blood flow which alleviates hot spots created by foam only seating solutions.

The Support Layer

The bottom layer “the shell” is the stability layer. The polyurethane substructure completes the seating foundation to provide a truly unique riding experience.

SADDLE GEL PROPRIETARY POLYMERS

Scientifically proven, this amazing product will increase the amount of time you spend on your motorcycle. A seat made with SaddleGel is scientifically engineered to dampen, divert and deflect the energy from road shock which air bladders and 70 year old foam only seat technology cannot protect you from.

Our SaddleGel has the ability to conform to all body shapes, sizes, and contours to reduce pressure points and promote blood flow which minimizes “hot spots “associated the pain and discomfort.

Otherwise, pressure points or “hot spots” can hinder blood flow, causing pain and discomfort. Normal circulation is never lost on a seat with SaddleGel and it keeps you comfortable on a long ride.

PRO FOAM PROGRESSIVE DENSITY

Whether it's a football helmet, hospital bed, knee pad or body armor, the foam it contains plays a critical role in making that product both comfortable and safe. But can that foam be transformed into something significantly better, safer and more comfortable? Foam only seating dates back to the 1940’s. Still after 70 years many motorcycle seating manufactures solely rely on this low cost solution ignoring the advancements in technology. Years of study, combined with practical experience, has led to the formulation of Saddlemen’s Progressive Density Foam. The chemical make-up and raw material volume is carefully tuned to create a foam pour that is balanced between support and compliance. Varied cell sizes and types are encapsulated in the foam by an element-resistant skin that seals the foam from water and enhances the seat’s durability as well as comfort. To complete the process then tunes the density and shape which are also necessary to provide the superior foundation for Saddlemen’s unique co-molding process that optimizes reduction is vibrations and shock directly related to rider fatigue.

FOAM BARRIER ELEMENT SHIELD TECHNOLOGY

Unlike most foam that has open holes at the surface, Saddlemen’s Profoam actually has an abrasion resistant skin that resists water intrusion. This barrier is engineered to form during the molding process and protects the micro cellular foam core from breaking down, which is common with many OEM and aftermarket seats.

Seat Dimensions

Typical outline – your seat may vary.

2 Up Seat: Installation Overview (HD)

This video is intended to provide a brief installation overview. Further step-by-step information is located on the “Download Instructions” hyperlink located on each product page. You may also speak with one of our friendly and knowledgeable product specialist for additional information - 1.800.397.7709 / [email protected]

Selecting the proper Saddlemen seat should begin with the question, “How long in the saddle and riding style or preference?” Knowing the comfort a rider will need will aim them at the best type of seats for their intended use and then they can further hone their choice by looking at seats that would that complement their motorcycle and styling preference.

Saddlemen seats are a result of Integrated Design Philosophy (IDP™), which focuses on putting as much comfort into the seat as possible. IDP™ then takes styling cues from each motorcycle and incorporates them into the contours and patterns of each new seat. The result is a seat that is as comfortable as possible but also looks and fits perfectly on the motorcycle. Saddlemen’s craftsmanship and quality assures you of an enjoyable ride – regardless of the distance.

By combining the attributes of our proprietary SaddleGel and advanced Progressive Density Foam we create exceptional foundations that provide superior comfort and vehicle control. While thick seat foams are usually more comfortable, Saddlemen’s Gel-Core technology is used in every seat to produce excellent comfort regardless of its thickness. That’s why a slammed-down Saddlemen seat, such as the Profiler, rides so much more comfortably than other seats of a similar thickness. So if a thin Saddlemen seat is comfortable, imagine how plush a thick seat like a Road Sofa or an Explorer will be.

When creating a new seat, additional attention is always devoted to overcoming deficiencies that exist in the stock seat or other after market seats. Our designers use advanced engineering plus practical riding experience to forge seats that ride comfortably, look great and fit perfectly. For example, rigid plastic or resin-based seat pans with plated brackets provide superior fitment for easy, hassle-free installation. Riders will need to carefully study the attributes of each Saddlemen seat so they can learn how it can improve their riding experience.  ese seat types are:

Seats for Long Distance or “Touring”

These seats are aimed at users who will lay down 500+ miles open road in a day. Large, plush double bucket seats designed to keep rider and passenger in supreme comfort during long distance riding.

Day Cruising Two-up Seats

These seats are great for cruising and day trips (200 mile tours).  Still a significant improvement in comfort of the original saddle,  these seats aim for balance between style and comfort making for an enjoyable journey. 

Low Profile Two-up Seats

Low slung, trim stylish seats that include seating for a passenger.  The lean and minimalistic approach significantly complements the motorcycle’s lines. Not as well suited for long distance use as an  Explorer seat, but they are the most comfortable slammed-down seats you can get. Great for (urban) boulevard cruising. 

Renegade Solo & Pillions

These Rider-only seats are also great for cruising and day trips as they provide a superb level of comfort while looking great as only a solo saddle can.  Matching pillion seats are available.

Slammed Solo's (S3) Seats 

Low slung, trim stylish seats for lone riders. The lean and minimalistic style complements the motorcycle’s lines. Not as well suited for long distance use as an Explorer seat, but they are the   most comfortable slammed-down seats you can get. Great for casual riding (no backrest options - see Universal Detachable Pillions Pad for passenger seating).

Pro Series Seats

Saddlemen’s seat artisans occasionally partner with leading bike builders to create special edition seats. Not as well suited for long distance use as an Explorer seat, but very comfortable for urban cruising with a unique appearance.

Specialty rider-only seats that feature the ubiquitous hump at the back of the seat. While aimed at style, the seat is very comfortable for urban cruising.

Brand Fitment : Harley-Davidson Model Fitment : FLHR/FLHT/ROAD KING Year Fitment : 1989-1996

Introducing the Saddlemen Profiler seat which is part of the Low Profile Two-Up collection – made to be frame-hugging and lean. It's the trusted comfort and quality you’ve come to expect from Saddlemen that perfectly complements the classic lines of your motorcycle.

If you use your bike mostly to cruise around town or commute to and from work, this is the right choice for you. Its specially designed base allows this classic slammed seat to drop down into the bike for the lowest possible riding position. Available for most models, the Profiler offers an ideal blend of distinctive narrow lines and comfortable seating.

You'll feel the difference from the moment you get on. It comes standard with our proprietary Gelcore technology. Superior to foam-only seating options, Gelcore is formulated and manufactured in-house and specifically engineered to dampen, divert, and deflect energy using an exclusive mechanical process that delivers a smooth, therapeutic ride.

Our Profiler seat is designed and made in the USA. Available with black or custom color stitching details and covered it in our proprietary SaddleHyde, which is better than marine-grade and has just the right amount of stretch, creating an attractive combination of comfort, glove-soft leathery feel, and weather-resistant, no-maintenance good looks.

Expertise in chemistry and 30 years of road testing is behind the formulation of the Progressive Density Foam that surrounds the Profiler’s GELcore. Carefully composed so you feel the benefits of a supple foam that becomes more supportive as it’s compressed. Varied cell sizes and a soft outer skin protects the foam’s interior from water and other elements which enhances the seat’s durability as well as comfort.

Choose the Profiler and upgrade to the comfort and performance you deserve. You get show-winning good looks in a low, sleek seat plus top-quality innovative features, combined with comfort designed specifically for real riders – these are all great reasons to choose Saddlemen. Available in a wide range of fitments, the Saddlemen Profiler seat is an upgrade that will enhance your motorcycle’s appearance while instantly improving the quality of your next ride.

If you want to learn more, simply call email or direct message us and one of our friendly and knowledgeable product specialists will assist you in selecting the perfect Saddlemen seat for your motorcycle.

800-397-7709 or [email protected]

Profiler Seat Product Overview (HD)

• : BUILT to ORDER
• Drag Specialties/Parts Unlimited Part #: D8685FJ
• Download Instructions: IS-Seat Basic Cruiser Install 11-400240 Rev 15 (04-2023).pdf
• Saddlemen Part #: D8685FJ

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