1997 Harley-Davidsons

SPORTSTERS      DYNA GLIDES      SOFTAILS      ELECTRA GLIDES

(All this information was rightously pilfered from Motorcycle Online.)

SPORTSTERS

1997 XLH Sportster 883

The Sportster ® 883, known as the "standard" Sportster, is Harley-Davidson's lowest priced model. It's characterized by a new Sportster tank graphic, low-rise handlebar, single seat and 13-spoke cast aluminum wheels. (Laced wheels, with a new machined-aluminum rear hub, are available as an option in North America and are standard in remaining markets.)

1997 XLH Sportster Hugger

The Hugger ® gets its name because of its low seat height and suspension. In addition to a new Sportster tank graphic, standard features include a buckhorn handlebar, low-profile solo seat and 13-spoke cast aluminum wheels. (Laced wheels, with a new machined-aluminum rear hub, are available as an option in North America and are standard in remaining markets.)

1997 XLH Sportster 1200

The standard Sportster ® 1200 features a buckhorn handlebar, a new two-piece seat and dual instruments. Thirteen-spoke cast aluminum wheels are standard, and laced wheels, with a new machined-aluminum rear hub, are available as an option. (This model is only available in North America.)

1997 XLH Sportster 1200 Custom

The Sportster ® 1200 Custom ™ has the look of a custom cruiser. A chrome and black engine, low-rise handlebar, chrome headlamp and electronic speedometer set it apart from the other 1200 Sportster models, as do the short stroke front and rear shocks, and cloisonné 3-D tank emblem.

1997 XLH Sportster 1200 Sport

A bold, high-performance look characterizes the Sportster 1200 Sport. ™ The 1200 Sport comes with a low-rise handlebar, sport seat, front and rear fully adjustable sport suspension, dual floating-front disc brakes, and front and rear sport Elite tires. Checkered-flag tank graphics complete the sporty look.

DYNA GLIDES

1997 FXD Dyna Super Glide

The Dyna ® Super Glide ® is Harley-Davidson's lowest-priced, entry-level 1340cc model. The 28-degree sport chassis and dual-rate fork springs give the Super Glide a sporty ride. Standard features include a one-piece seat with an embossed Harley-Davidson ® logo, buckhorn handlebar, 13-spoke aluminum cast wheels, and a black headlamp bucket. (Laced wheels, which feature a new machined-aluminum rear hub, are available as an option in North America and are standard in remaining markets.)

1997 FXD Dyna Low Rider

The custom detailing on the Dyna ® Low Rider ® includes chrome fender supports, battery cover, belt guard, ignition cover and oil filter, and a specially designed pillow-soft, two-piece seat with a removable passenger pillion for conversion to a solo seat. The Dyna Low Rider also comes with dual-front disc brakes and a black-and-chrome power train. (Laced wheels, which feature a new machined-aluminum rear hub, are available as an option in North America and are standard in remaining markets.)

1997 FXDS-CONV Dyna Convertible

The Convertible's 28-degree sport chassis and long travel suspension give it an agile feel. The windshield and ballistic nylon-and-leather saddlebags provide touring comfort and ease, and are removable for quick conversion to a clean custom cruiser. Standard features also include dual front disc brakes and a chrome sissy bar with matching backrest. (Laced wheels, which feature a new machined-aluminum rear hub, are available as an option in North America and are standard in remaining markets.)

1997 FXDWG Dyna-Wide Glid

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The Dyna ® Wide Glide ® is characterized by a factory ape hanger handlebar and forward-mounted controls. Standard on the Dyna Wide Glide are a sculptured bobtail rear fender, a one-piece Fat Bob fuel tank with flamed tank graphics, a wide front fork, and a chrome headlight. Laced wheels, with a new chromed-aluminum front hub and a new machined-aluminum rear hub, are also standard. (This model is not available in all countries.)

SOFTAILS

1997 FXSTC Softail Custom

The custom in Softail ® Custom ™ refers to such styling features as: a 16-inch solid-chrome disc rear wheel, a narrow 21-inch laced front wheel with a new chromed-aluminum hub, a bobtail fender, a wide front fork, a buckhorn handlebar on pullback risers, a padded backrest supported by an eagle-emblazoned sissy bar, and a chrome-plated custom headlight.

1997 FXSTS Springer Softail

The Springer ® Softail ® is characterized by its functional, patented Springer front end which is styled after a 1948 Harley-Davidson ® front fork. The Springer's classic look is enhanced by a traditional, low-profile headlight, a uckhorn handlebar and a 21-inch laced front wheel with a new chromed-aluminum hub.

1997 FXSTSB Bad Boy

Black painted forks with chrome springs, scallop graphics, floating disc brakes, slotted-chrome disc rear wheel, black studded seat, bullet headlight, and 3-D cloisonné fuel tank emblems: the Bad Boy is a combination of nostalgic and contemporary styling. (This model is not available in all countries.)

1997 FLSTS Heritage Springer

The perfect combination of vintage styling and modern day technology, Harley-Davidson's new 1997 FLSTS Heritage Springer™ Softail ® is truly the ultimate factory custom. Resembling a 1948 Harley-Davidson Panhead, its features include: a front-mounted horn with nostalgic chrome cover, passing lamps, crossover exhaust pipes with dual-fishtail mufflers, large leather fringed saddlebags and whitewall tires. A full-coverage floating front fender is adorned with a nostalgic fender-tip light and the rear fender has a retro-'40s tombstone taillight. Sixteen-inch laced wheels feature a new chromed-aluminum front hub and a new machined-aluminum rear hub.

1997 FLSTC Heritage Softail Classic

The Heritage Softail ® Classic ™ is styled to recall the past. The fat front fork is eminiscent of a 1949 Harley-Davidson ® Hydra Glide. The old-fashioned looking, studded-leather saddlebags, chrome-studded seat and fishtail mufflers add to its classic look, as does the full windshield, floorboards, large chrome headlamp with twin passing lamps and Fat Bob fuel tank. Sixteen-inch laced wheels feature a new chromed-aluminum hub and a machined-aluminum rear hub.

1997 FLSTF Fat Boy

The Fat Boy ® looks like no Harley-Davidson ® that has come before it. The Fat Boy features solid disc wheels, custom metal fenders, a shotgun-style dual exhaust system, a textured leather seat insert, a hand-laced leather tank panel, floorboards, and a wide FLH-style handlebar.

ELECTRA GLIDES

1997 FLHR /I Road King

The Road King ® is a motorcycle designed for both touring and cruising. Touring features on the Road King, including the windshield and passenger seat, are easily removable, allowing for quick conversion to a custom solo look. Accenting the Road King's traditional styling is an electric speedometer mounted into a diecast chrome dash, and a large, nostalgic headlamp nacelle. The Road King is available in both carbureted and electronic sequential port fuel injected versions. (ESPFI version is not available in all countries.)

1997 FLHT Electra Glide Standard

The Electra Glide ® Standard ™ is a low-priced, entry level touring model. Without a radio, Tour-Pak and saddlebag rails, the Electra Glide Standard is a simplified dresser. Standard features include a fork-mounted fairing with a glovebox, luggage rack and saddlebags. (This model is not available in all countries.)

1997 FLHTC /I Electra Glide Classic

Characterized by the traditional Harley-Davidson ® fork-mounted fairing, the Electra Glide ® Classic ™ includes a 20-watt-per-channel AM/FM/cassette stereo system with a weather band, a King Tour-Pak with storage pockets, and chrome saddlebag guards and luggage carrier. The Electra Glide Classic is available in both carbureted and electronic sequential port fuel injected versions. (These models are not available in all countries.)

1997 FLHTCU /I Ultra-Classic Electra Glide

This is a fully loaded version of the Electra Glide ® Classic. ™ It comes with state-of-the-art features such as electronic cruise control, a 20-watt-per-channel, four-speaker M/FM/cassette stereo system and a rear control for the passenger. The CB/voice-activated intercom is integrated into the system, and helmet-mounted headset are standard equipment. The Ultra features a new 3-D cloisonné emblem and new, two-tone split line graphics. The Ultra is available in both carbureted and electronic sequential port fuel injected versions. (These models are not available in all countries.)
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