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1980 Harley-Davidson Flt-80 Tour Glide

1980 Harley-Davidson Flt-80 Tour Glide

1980 Harley-Davidson Flt-80 Tour Glide January 1 1980

1980 Harley-Davidson FLT-80 Tour Glide

At Last Harley Redesigns Its Big Bike and the Results Are Hard to Fault

Harley-Davidson's new FLT-80 Tour Glide still looks like a Harley. with its 80 cu. in. V-Twin engine. 16-in. tires, low seat, and full accessories. But underneath the traditional Harley styling is an all-new motorcycle with as much original thinking behind it as any new motorcycle of 1980. Except for the engine, and even it has received numerous im provements, every part of the FLT is new. All the new pieces wrapped around the traditional Twin bring Harley's touring machine much closer to the mainstream of motorcycling. The major new pieces include a frame with none of the cast junctions used on previous Harley frames, a rubber mounted engine to reduce vibration, five-speed transmission, fully-enclosed final drive chain, larger triple disc brakes, frame mounted fairing, instrument cluster mounted on the forks, rather than on the gas tank, and a front end geometry that has the fork tubes rearward of the steering head and angled differently than the steering head through the use of offset triple clamps.

The front end is the most novel piece of the motorcycle. With a steering head angle of 25° and the fork tubes mounted behind the steering head, there would normally be very little trail and a motorcycle would be unstable. But the Harley has the fork tubes offset 4° 15’ from the steering head, yielding 5.88 in. of trail, slightly more than with the previous frame and steering. The changes make the big (725 lb. dry weight, claimed ) motorcycle steer with gentle pressure and little body English. There’s also excellent balance and stability so longtime Harley riders will be right at home despite the quick handling.

In order to retain sufficient steering lock, the new frame on the FLT places the steering head far enough forward so the forks can be turned tightly without bumping into the restyled gas tank. That’s not all that’s new with the frame. Ground clearance is 2 in. greater than on the previous FLH, which increases the allowable cornering angles up to 35° with the machine loaded. The new frame has a huge rectangular steel backbone, two downtubes, no centerpost and shocks positioned in conventional manner on the new swing arm for more rear wheel travel.

One of the most noticeable changes to the machine is in the rubber engine mounts. The power train is held by a rubber biscuit at the front of the engine and at the swing arm pivots on the frame. There are adjustable locating links at the front of the motor and at the top of the motor. In all, the system is similar to the Isolastic engine mounting used by Norton.

Changes to the motor include improved valve and valve seat materials for longer life, a new exhaust system that’s quieter than previous exhausts and allows the engine to develop more power, the addition of a spin-on oil filter, and an electronic ignition with electronically-controlled ignition advance. The spin-on oil filter mounts behind the engine where it’s easy to change and unobtrusive. The ignition, manufactured by Magnavox, uses Halleifect magnetic triggering and incorporates a microprocessor to advance the ignition a maximum of 32° at 1600 rpm.

There’s still a duplex primary chain connecting the engine to the dry multiplate clutch, but there are rumors of a new belt primary drive now being developed. Gear ratios on the five-speed transmission are closer together than the ratios of the previous four-speed and the overall ratio in fifth is slightly higher than the previous top cog for a slightly lower engine speed on the highway. Engine and transmission cases are still separate so there’s separate lubricant for each and it’s also possible to remove the entire gear train (except for fifth gear) through transmission case inspection covers. The five-speed uses a drum shifter and roller bearings on all shafts.

It may be surprising to find a chain final drive on a new touring machine, but Harley-Davidson has its reasons for keeping the chain. The most important reason, of course, is that a shaft drive would cost more to design and build. A chain is a more efficient transmitter of power, and with the H-D motor positioned in the frame as it is, there would be two right angle drives reducing the efficiency of a shaft drive even more. Instead, Harley has come up with a full enclosure for the chain. The rear sprocket is encased in a two-piece aluminum cover that includes an oil level plug and oil filler cap. Connecting the aluminum cover and the transmission are rubber housings that protect the chain, keep the oil bath enclosed, and flex with the swing arm. Harley-Davidson claims a 16.000 to 20,000 mile chain life with the enclosure.

Stopping this new Harley should be less of an adventure than on previous big Harleys. There are double 10 in. discs in front and a single 12 in. disc at the rear that uses a double piston caliper. Total brake swept area is 352 sq. in., more than on any other big bike CW has tested recently. Harley-Davidson was the first motorcycle manufacturer to use metallic pads on the disc brakes for good wet weather braking performance. The hard pads meant more lever effort was needed, but the larger brake area of the new FLT reduces brake effort to normal levels, gives excellent brake power and should have the same wet weather braking ability Harleys have had for the past couple of years.

What gives the big H-D touring machines their distinctive appearance is the accessories, as much as anything else, and the FLT sports a whole bunch of new fiberglass and ancillary items. The fairing is a frame mount design with dual round headlamps. There are locking covers over storage compartments on the fairing and room for gauges and a radio-speaker accessory package that fits at the base of the windshield. Saddlebags have the same profile as previous King of the Road accessories. but they’re detachable and shaped differently so they can clear the rear-mounted battery that was moved from behind the engine. Volume of the bags is claimed at l cu. ft. each. The King Tour Pak rear box now hinges from the side so it can be opened w ith a passenger seated aboard the bike.

Even though there’s no center post for Harley’s traditional seat spring, there’s still a sprung double seat available. The standard seat mounts directly to the frame for a lower seat height. The new 5 gal. gas tank is made in one piece and doesn't have the speedometer mounted in the middle any more. Now' the gauges are mounted in an instrument cluster in front of the handlebars. Included are a speedometer, tachometer. voltmeter and idiot lights. The ignition switch mounted at the steering head includes an integral fork lock.

floorboards, accompanied by a huge brake pedal and heel-and-toe shifter remain. but the floorboards are no longer spring-mounted to reduce vibration, as the rubber mounted engine takes care of that task. The heel-and-toe shifter now is made in two pieces so the heel and toe sections can be adjusted separately to suit the rider.

At a press introduction in Ruidoso, New Mexico, an FLT was available for brief rides, but a machine hasn’t been available yet for thorough testing. A quick spin down a serpentine mountain road confirmed Harley’s claims about the lighter and more agile handling. The FLT is a big bike, no doubt about it, but it doesn’t feel as cumbersome as many of the other touring machines. The most immediately apparent change is in the new transmission that completely eliminates the labored clunk that used to accompany H-D shifting. The five-speed is a delightful addition to the motorcycle, as unnecessary as it would seem.

At idle the big 80 cu. in. V-Twin shakes the motorcycle as much as it did the FLH, but as soon as the bike begins to move the shaking is audible, but in no other way perceptible. The FLT honestly doesn’t vibrate. Amazing.

Harley-Davidson isn’t dropping the traditional FLH model touring machine with the introduction of the FLT. It remains, as the FLH-1200 and 80 Electra Glide and FLH-80 Classic along with the Sportster, Super Glide, Fat Bob, Roadster and Low Rider. The FLT should be available in dealers’ showrooms by this time at a list price of $6013.

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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. _________________________________________ _________________________________________  

1980 harley tour glide

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  

1980 harley tour glide

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  

1980 harley tour glide

Thanks for the great post!  

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

1980 harley tour glide

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  

1980 harley tour glide

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  

1980 harley tour glide

I was just wondering about this. Very cool.  

1980 harley tour glide

2003s had cd player.  

1980 harley tour glide

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

1980 harley tour glide

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!  

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Great informative read. Thanks  

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

1980 harley tour glide

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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The entire line of Harley motorcycles, including the new FLT, received an improved electronic ignition. The big twin model was built on an all-new frame that included compressible motor mounts to reduce vibration felt by the rider. A frame-mounted fairing held a pair of round headlights behind the domed cover. The new FLT weighed in at 725 pounds before fluids were added.

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It is almost impossible to rationalise thoughts on the two-wheeled anachronisms called Harley-Davidson. Whenever I have ridden one of these great vibrating masses of two-wheeled antiquity they have always left me experiencing the vividly opposing emotions of both love and hate. And there is nothing about the FLT80, the world's heaviest production roadster, which can untangle my opinions on what must be one of the motor-cycle world's greatest provocateurs of emotions.

Even though Harleys, and the image they project, offer a great deal to a small and vociferously partisan body of two-wheeled enthusiasts it is almost too easy to criticise them. If you subscribe to the purists' opinion that motor cycles should be cheap, efficient and fast, light and nimble with excellent handling, then most Harleys and the FLT in particular, have got to be the world's all-time greatest two-wheeled disasters.

But if you are thinking along those lines then you have completely missed the point. It is just not possible to use normal road testing parameters to assess a Harley. They simply defy conventional thought processes to the extent that when riding a Harley it is best to banish all other motor cycling experiences from the mind.

This way, views on the Harley-Davidson's particular individual style of travel will not be at all clouded by other feelings not related to the big American vee-twin. And that gets you some way to understanding a Harley.

What is certain is that the FLT80 is about as subtle as an atomic explosion. To say it is large is an understatement. It is brash, vulgar, monstrous and shocking. It demands, and gets, the attention of all road users and pedestrians; it makes its rider the centre of attraction wherever he and the Harley travel.

At a quick glance, the FLT could probably be dismissed as just another Harley. But a closer look reveals that Harley-Davidson have made several important modifications and improvements over the cheaper FLH Classic and much less expensive FLH 1200.

Vibration has always been one of the worst features of the big American vees. With H-D sales continuing to suffer under the relentless Japanese onslaught in America it is not so surprising that they should now deal with the problem. H-D engineers have not so much solved the problem as circumnavigated it. They have fitted a series of rose-jointed rods both in front of the motor and between the vee and have allowed the gearbox to pivot on the same axis as the swinging arm; this allows the motor a certain degree of latitude in which to vibrate in isolation without loosening the fillings of its rider. The movement is no more than fractions of an inch,

which does not appear to adversely affect the machine's handling. Interestingly, the front forks on the FLT are actually behind the steering head axis. This reduces the amount of trail, therefore improving low speed handling at the expense of higher speed stability.

Harley have forsaken their tank-top instrument panel syndrome on the FLT by installing a speedo and rev-counter in a conventionally mounted console. The fuel tank has been redesigned, they have added a twin headlamp fairing with luggage space and the gearbox has sprouted, somewhat unnecessarily, a fifth ratio.

But such modifications are only comparatively minor concessions to latest motor cycling technology and do not alter the flavour of transport offered by the FLT.

The sheer size of the machine is awe-inspiring. It weighs 789 lb with a gallon of fuel and the handbook permits an all-up operating limit in excess of half a ton, 1,180 lb in fact. Which means that even experienced Harleyists are going to have their share of embarrassing moments when moving the machine within the confined space of a parking lot or attempting a three-point turn.

But once it is moving at more than a few mph the sheer lazy, easy-going effortlessness of the whole device becomes apparent. While it is not a machine a dispatch rider would choose for his London work, it is surprisingly agile considering its bulk. Perhaps the worst evidence of the FLT's weight appears when coming to rest, for example at traffic lights. Over those few feet before coming to a halt the steering feels really heavy and the impression is that the machine just wants to turn in its front wheel and collapse in a heap.

Obviously a machine of such gross proportions needs an equally muscular motor. In the FLT's case, 80 cubic inches, or the combined forces of a pair of 669 cc singles provide a fairly modest 60 bhp, but with the kind of stump-pulling torque you expect in a tractor.

This 1,338 cc twin was first used in 1979 and was a direct response to Kawasaki's Zl 300 threat to knock H-D from top of the capacity tree. They just had to be biggest, and this massive unit with 50 and 45 mm inlet and exhaust valves was the result.

Those huge exhaust pipes emit a dull flat duflf-duff-duff note indicating a far lower compression ratio than the FLT's 8 to 1 and later models did in fact have a lower ratio of 7.4 to 1. At the legal British 70 mph limit in top gear the motor turns only 3,300 times a minute, and it does not take long to realise that the machine's ultimate performance is only on a par with a quick Japanese 250.

Fifth gear, which proved a useful overdrive for motorway cruising was too high for the MIRA test track. The FLT only revved to 4,400 rpm, 1,100 revs below the redline in top gear during our speed tests. Harleys take a notoriously long time to bed in and the speeds could be improved once that FLT had been ridden over 1,600 miles.

But nobody buys a Harley for sheer speed. The impression is that the Harley is capable of loafing along at a lunging 70-80 mph almost non-stop for weeks.

Both rider and pillion do not so much sit on the bike as inside it; they're surrounded by luggage space - 55 lb of carrying capacity at the rear with room for smaller items in a pair of small compartments in the fairing.

The wide, flat screen, which is a speed reducer, is also a boon once out on the open highway where the Harley really belongs. It isolates both rider and pillion from the battering elements of wind and rain. Once you've settled into the somewhat alien feet-forward riding position with your backside moulding with the touring orientated contours of the caressing seat and grabbing those huge pull back cowhorn style handlebars you begin to get 'into' the Harley. There is one aspect of the human make-up to which the FLT cannot fail to appeal; the ego.

There may be many niggling faults like a heavy clutch, a crunchy and clumsy gearchange and individual indicator buttons which are difficult to operate. The whole contraption may creak, groan and squeak over bad road surfaces, and predictably enough it still vibrates (although much less than expected). But all this pales into insignificance once you notice the heads begin to turn in your direction. People gaze at the Harley with wide-eyed expressions of disbelief, astonishment, awe. Most cannot even comprehend that a device which is so large runs on only two wheels.

When it comes to halting this behemoth you discover the FLT's major fault. Harley brakes are historically bad but on the third of a ton FLT even the triple discs are a couple of notches the wrong side of poor. Obviously, it is easy to drive accordingly - for example, to leave a bigger gap to the vehicle ahead, but the brakes are not really up to dealing with those occasional emergency stops with the rapidity taken for granted on countless lighter machines.

One of the FLT's most surprising aspects is its willingness to be thrown around on twistier terrain. Limitations in Ground Clearance due to its width prevent really hard riding, but the machine requires surprisingly little physical effort to sweep through the turns.

On those long motorway curves, however, the FLT develops a slight weave around 75-80 mph. This particular brand of jiving never threw the machine into anything approaching a terminal tank slapper but it was consistently present. So much so that like the machine's many other idiosyncrasies you simply learn to ignore just another quirk.

A thoroughly practical means of transport the FLT is not. There are several directly comparable machines which can perform the same tasks more efficiently. But none can approach the unique appeal afforded by the legendary name Harley-Davidson.

The FLT80 as a model was short-lived, being launched in a barrage of publicity and becoming a machine of the past inside a year, for British bikers at least. Harley-Davidson may continue with their bewildering annual change in model designation but the FLT has left a large unmistakable stamp on the face of contemporary motor cycling.

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Harley-Davidson : Touring 1983 harley davidson flt tour glide

Harley-Davidson : Touring 1983 harley davidson flt tour glide

Bear, Delaware

Make Harley-Davidson

Model Touring

Category Touring Motorcycles

Engine 1340

Posted Over 1 Month

Only 21,894 original mile on this 1983 FLT Harley, last of the Shovelheads. Motorcycle comes with owners manual, new set of front and rear brake pads. Title is clear and buyers assumes delivery expense. Payment must be made in full prior to release.

1980 Harley-Davidson Touring  1980 Harley Davidson Tour Glide FLT (shovelhead)

1980 Harley-Davidson Touring 1980 Harley Davidson Tour Glide FLT (shovelhead)

Alpharetta, Georgia

This is an original 1980 Harley Davidson Tour Glide with a 80ci shovel head motor. The King of the Highway back in the day. This is in good condition featuring only usual wear. Regular maintenance has been done recently changing the oil in the motor as well as the primary. Tires have tread on them. Please see the pictures to see the quality for yourself. Please let me know if you any additional questions. A $250 deposit will be due within 48 hours of purchasing the bike. The item is sold as is.

Harley-Davidson : Touring 1982 harley commemorative edition flt tour glide shovelhead 1 st year non amf

Harley-Davidson : Touring 1982 harley commemorative edition flt tour glide shovelhead 1 st year non amf

Fowlerville, Michigan

1982 Harley Davidson FLT Tour Glide. Own a piece of history. First year Harley being bought back from AMF. I bought this bike with all intention of building my own personalized tour glide. The bike was too nice to start dismantling. I wanted to offer it up for someone who would drive it as their own, or for collection purposes. Was a family owned bike until I purchased, from uncle, to father , to son. The son had it restored 10 years ago, powder coating frame and having the metallic red paint refinished with all appropriate decals, including the fender emblem which he said was 100.00 in itself. Engine stamping matches title, so this is the original 80 cubic inch engine that was on the bike at time of manufacture. Seems to run and function all just fine other than a slight tappet noise on let back of throttle. Have not had experience with shovels and this may be normal or not, I was going to adjust tappets if I continue to drive this week if weather permits. I will stop driving as soon as I have an offer or a bid. This bike is for sale locally, and I retain the right to end the auction if I sell it for my asking price. I am also driving bike now so if anything where to happen to it, I would also end auction. Local pickup only. Contact me with any questions. First four picks of bike on trailer do not have original seat. That is replaced now. All following pictures are of bike as of current. Bike is sold as is where is. If you have questions ask prior to bidding. 96 cube or larger evo or twin cam engine with matching 6 speed tranny set up for belt final drive. I will deduct from price after auction end. Value pending my approval. 500.00 due at auction end via paypal or cash. With balance due upon pickup within 3 days, unless other arrangements have been made. Cash, or certified check only for balance. No zero feedback bidders, Not shipping overseas. Just a nice bike for someone to enjoy.

Harley-Davidson : Touring 1980 harley davidson flt tour glide shovelhead touring

Harley-Davidson : Touring 1980 harley davidson flt tour glide shovelhead touring

Elmore City, Oklahoma

Category Cruiser Motorcycles

I'm listing a 1980 Harley FLT Tour Glide. The bike has several new parts including a Harley-Davidson front tire, Dyna 2000 Electronic Ignition, Brakes including Braided Brake Lines and New HD Hand Grips. The bike has been serviced including new fork seals/oil, all new fluids and a new air filter. I removed the fuel tank and flushed it several times with fuel to clean out rusty particles. I installed a new petcock and a fuel filter. It starts easily and runs great. The lights, horn and turn signals etc.. work as they should. The paint appears to be original and has some flaws and the chrome has some scratches and rust damage (see photos). The windshield has a crack (see photos). I bought the bike from an estate and was not able to speak with the prior owner (deceased). The bike was parked inside a building when it quit running. I found the cause to be the original HD Electronic Ignition Module had failed...I will try to work with a buyer that is somewhat local on delivery with my motorcycle trailer.

Harley-Davidson : Touring 1980 harley flt tour glide

Harley-Davidson : Touring 1980 harley flt tour glide

Lithonia, Georgia

Barn find one owner FLT. Cleaned fuel system, rebuilt front brake system someone put wrong type fluid in. new front and rear brake switches runs and rides as it should. bike is in great overall condition for its age . paint and chrome do have marks, chips, pits tour pak lid and saddle bag lid gaskets have turned to mush and will need replaced. this bike is not museum condition but is a nice daily rider. has older Dunlop tires but no cracks or condition issues rear tire has less than 1/2 tread remaining Bike does have some small oil drips after riding but no major leaks radio is am, fm, 8 track with cb, mike is in glove box but no cb antenna on bike radio does work. Gauges next to radio do Not work did not look into it do not know any other history on this bike then what is stated here

Trim Tour Glide

Harley-Davidson : Touring 1980 harley davidson flt

Harley-Davidson : Touring 1980 harley davidson flt

Brookfield, Connecticut

Here for sale is my 1980 FLT "Tour Glide" . This is the first rubber mounted engine bike produced by Harley. Also the first 5 speed touring bike. First dual disc front brakes too. First year for the larger tour-pak and saddlebags...lots of firsts for the motor company on this model. Call with questions before submitting an offer, come to see it if you want to. Call 203- 942-3662 This one is NICE! Has all the original stuff with added passenger floorboards and air rear shock upgrades.

Harley-Davidson : Touring 1980 harley davidson amf flt 80 tourglide original paint matching numbers 35 k

Harley-Davidson : Touring 1980 harley davidson amf flt 80 tourglide original paint matching numbers 35 k

Schenectady, New York

Category Sport Touring Motorcycles

1980 FLT TOUR GLIDE 1340 SHOVEL HEAD , 5 SPEED , SEALED CHAIN DRIVE , AMF HARLEY DAVIDSON NEW RUBBER MOUNT 5 SPEED BIKE FOR 1980 , TRUE CLASSIC , MATCHING NUMBER BIKE , 35,724 MILES TMU ON TITLE, MILEAGE FILLED OUT WRONG ON TITLE , EXCEPTIONAL FACTORY PAINT . WITH MINOR WEAR AND TEAR SEE PICTURES ,OLD SKOOL PIN STRIPE ADDED ON BIKE , CYCLE SOUND CASSETTE STERIO , RARE FACTORY LOWER LEGS,S&S SUPER E , DUAL EXHAUST WITH SLIP ONS , FACTORY DETACHABLE TOURPAK , NICE ENGINE CHROME ,ALL KEYS INCLUDED AND WORKING WITH THE BAGS AND TOURPAK , FRONT TIRE TREAD 30% REAR TIRE TREAD 60% THE BIKE RUNS AND SHIFTS GREAT , THE FRONT BRAKES WILL NEED WORK , NO STORAGE OR DOCUMENT FEES DEPOSITS ARE NON REFUNDABLE , CALL JOHN T HUNTER MOTOR SALES 519 370-2227 FOR INFO

1980 Harley-Davidson Tour Glide FLT-80

1980 Harley-Davidson Tour Glide FLT-80

Petersburg, Virginia

Model Tour Glide FLT-80

Engine 1,340 cc

VA Clear title. VIN# : 5G02099J0 Odom.: 22,961 miles Not Actual. Trans: 5 Speed. Color: Green Runs and Drives. Engine: 1999 Softail Custom 80ci/1340cc Evolution.

Harley-Davidson : Touring 1982 flt tour glide

Harley-Davidson : Touring 1982 flt tour glide

Huntertown, Indiana

Bike is in pretty good condition for its age. Seller is not an avid Harley owner, just bought bike to help out last owner, had it fixed and now ready to sell. Bike does run good. See previous listing of detailed work that was just completed. Included pics of bike. Motivated seller!

1980 Harley-Davidson Tour Glide FLT

1980 Harley-Davidson Tour Glide FLT

VA Clear title. VIN# : 5G02099J0 Odom.: 22961 miles Not Actual. Trans: 5 Speed. Color: Green Runs and Drives. Engine: 1999 Softail Custom 80ci/1340cc Evo.

1983 Harley-Davidson FLT Tour Glide

1983 Harley-Davidson FLT Tour Glide

Johnstown, Pennsylvania

1983 Harley-Davidson FLT Tour Glide, FLT Tour Glide

1981 Harley-Davidson FLT TOUR GLIDE

1981 Harley-Davidson FLT TOUR GLIDE

Meredith, New Hampshire

1981 HARLEY-DAVIDSON FLT TOUR GLIDE, All Laconia Harley Certified used vehicles pass a 41 point vehicle inspection. Price includes 20 day plate, full tank of gas, state inspection sticker, remainder of factory warranty OR 90 day Laconia Harley Davidson Used Motorcycle Guarantee. The options and features include:

1984 Harley-Davidson FLT Tour Glide

1984 Harley-Davidson FLT Tour Glide

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Storm Lake, Iowa

1984 Harley-Davidson FLT Tour Glide, first year for the Evo motor - NADA retail value is $12200!!

1980 Harley-Davidson FLT Tour Glide Classic

1980 Harley-Davidson FLT Tour Glide Classic

Orange, Virginia

VIN: 5G03907J0Color: BlackTax, Tag, Title, Fees: Price does not include dealer prep, processing, taxes and applicable fees.Waugh Certified?: NoMileage: 35,513 Model Year: 1980

1980 Harley-Davidson FLT Tour Glide Classic

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Air cooled, 1337cc, 45° V-twin, OHV

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1980 Harley Davidson FLT

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  • Year of manufacture  1980
  • Motorcycle type  Street
  • Lot number  47
  • Condition  Used
  • Colour   Black

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  1. 1980 Harley-Davidson Flt-80 Tour Glide

    January 1 1980. 1980 Harley-Davidson FLT-80 Tour Glide. At Last Harley Redesigns Its Big Bike and the Results Are Hard to Fault. Harley-Davidson's new FLT-80 Tour Glide still looks like a Harley. with its 80 cu. in. V-Twin engine. 16-in. tires, low seat, and full accessories. But underneath the traditional Harley styling is an all-new ...

  2. 1980-1989 Tour Glide For Sale

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  3. The Tour Glide / Road Glide History

    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 ...

  4. Harley Davidson FLTC 1340 Tour Glide Classic

    FLT 1340 / FLT-80 Tour Glide. Make Model. Four stroke, 45° V-Twin, OHV, 2 valves per cylinder. Duplex cradle type. Dual shocks preload adjustable. Single Ø292 mm disc, 1 piston caliper. The entire line of Harley motorcycles, including the new FLT, received an improved electronic ignition. The big twin model was built on an all-new frame that ...

  5. 1980 Harley-Davidson FLT Tour Glide

    The FLT and FLHT Tour Glide were launched for 1980 with a new frame and a three-point mounting system. It didn't stop the vibration inherent in a 45-degree twin, but it did at least insulate the rider and passenger for added comfort. The FLT frame was attached to the fairing instead of having it bar-mounted.

  6. 1980 Harley-Davidson Flt Tour Glide

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  7. 1980 Harley Davidson Tour Glide FLT Parts & Accessories

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  8. 1980|Harley-Davidson®|Tour Glide® FLT

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  9. 1980 Harley-Davidson Tour Glide

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  10. 1980 Harley-Davidson FLT Tour Glide For Sale

    View all Harley-Davidson FLT Tour Glides. View all Harley-Davidsons. View all vehicles from 1980. 0 results. Show. 30. Sort by. Recommended. Classic cars for sale in the most trusted collector car marketplace in the world.

  11. Harley Tour Glide Flt Motorcycles for sale

    1980 flt tour glide 1340 shovel head , 5 speed , sealed chain drive , amf harley davidson new rubber mount 5 speed bike for 1980 , true classic , matching number bike , 35,724 miles tmu on title, mileage filled out wrong on title , exceptional factory paint .

  12. BUILDUP A 1980 Harley-Davidson Tour Glide FLT Project

    HDForums member Edward (A.K.A. " ebross217 ") has started a build with his 1980 Tour Glide FLT. His father bought the Harley when it was brand new in 1980, though, sadly, the bike has been primarily sitting for the last ten years. With a little over eighteen thousand miles, this bike it still a great candidate for some help.

  13. Harley-Davidson FLT Tour Glide 1980 Motorcycle Photos and Specs

    1999 Harley-Davidson FLHTC Electra Glide Classic . Touring. Air cooled, 1450cc, 45° V-twin, OHV. 2002 Yamaha XV 1600 A . Touring. Air cooled, 1602cc, 48° V-twin, OHV. 2008 Moto Guzzi Norge 1200 GT 8V . Touring. Oil/air cooled, 1151cc, 90° V-twin, OHV

  14. 1980 Harley-Davidson FLT 1340 Tour Glide Technical Specifications

    Harley-Davidson FLT 1340 Tour Glide Sport touring Harley-Davidson 1980 V2, four-stroke 70.00 HP (51.1 kW) @ 5800 RPM Harley-Davidson FLT 1340 Tour Glide 165.0 km/h ... Harley-Davidson FLT 1340 Tour Glide : Start year: 1980 : Year: 1980 : Category: Sport touring : Factory Warranty (Years / miles) -

  15. 1980 Harley Davidson Tour Glide FLT Parts & Accessories

    1. Fits your 1980 Harley Davidson Tour Glide FLT. Bare Knuckle Performance Axle Adjuster Kit For Harley FXR / FLT / Touring 1980-1999. $19900. Fits your 1980 Harley Davidson Tour Glide FLT. James Gasket Oil Pump Cap / Drain Plug O-Ring For Harley 1966-2024. $250. 85. Fits your 1980 Harley Davidson Tour Glide FLT.

  16. 1980 Harley-Davidson FLT 1340 Tour Glide

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  17. 1980 Harley Davidson FLT

    Description. HARLEY DAVIDSON FLT TOUR GLIDE (1980) "KING OF THE HIGHWAY". CHASSIS N. 5G0077J0. ENGINE: V TWIN 45. DISPLACEMENT: 1340 CM3. POWER: 70 CV A 5800 G.M. NOTE: Shovelhead 1340 engine with silent blocks, 5 speed gearbox. Twin front and single rear disc brakes. This model was the first Harley Davidson with a five speed gearbox and ...

  18. Motorcycle Parts for 1980 Harley-Davidson Tour Glide

    Pack Trunk Latches Hinges Lock Kit Fit For Harley Tour Pak Road King Glide 88-13 (Fits: 1980 Harley-Davidson Tour Glide) Brand New: TCMT. $35.99. Was: $39.99. Free shipping.

  19. 1980 Harley-Davidson FLT TOUR GLIDE 80ci Values

    1980 Harley-Davidson FLT TOUR GLIDE 80ci Values. Values Notes Print. Values. Info & Definitions. Excellent $17,550. Very Good $11,025. Good $7,620. Fair $5,775. Poor $4,135. ... Insure your 1980 Harley-Davidson for just $75/year.* #1 insurer: 1 out of 3 insured riders choose Progressive. Savings: We offer plenty of discounts, and rates start at ...

  20. Lot 9013: 1980 Harley-Davidson Flt Tour Glide

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  21. "Off the Shelf": 1980 FLT Tour Glide

    You asked and Bill delivered! Tune into today's episode of "Off the Shelf" to learn all about the highly requested 1980 FLT Tour Glide!

  22. 1980-1989 Harley-Davidson For Sale

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  23. 1980 Harley-Davidson FLTC 1340 Tour Glide Classic

    1980 Harley-Davidson FLTC 1340 Tour Glide Classic specifications, pictures, reviews and rating. 1980 Harley-Davidson FLTC 1340 Tour Glide Classic. Roger Saddler. Submit more pictures. 3.3 See the detailed rating of touring capabilities, reliability, accident risk, etc. Compare with any other motorbike. Report missing specs or required updates.