Tuesday, June 9, 2020

1978 AMF Harley Davidson FXS 1200 Lowrider Shovelhead



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1978 AMF Harley Davidson FXS 1200 Lowrider Shovelhead

DESCRIPTION

"SWING LOW.........FXS-1200 Lowrider in action!
.......Right on, Scrape! Harley’s Lowrider 74-cuber is (scrape) so darn low that (scrape) you wonder if you’re (scrape) ever going to pick up your (scrape) feet. Scrape."


We have here is the ICONIC 1978 AMF Harley-Davidson FXS-1200  Lowrider Shovelhead. This is factory fairly original condition motorcycle with matching frame and motor vin numbers. Paint in very nice condition, I would rate 9.5 of 10.
Bike has been serviced well, runs and rides excellent, everything works. Please note this Shovelhead is not a trailer queen as pictures show but nice, presentable older Harley that will keep on going for years to come. If you are looking for one you know best. This bike runs as good as it looks. I have ridden the bike on numerous occasions and shifted all 4 gears, It rides nice, both brakes work well, no complains. Electrical all work well including lights, brake light, horn, turn signals. The speedo is original to this bike and currently shows 48K miles on the odometer.

Bike has been updated with following:

* Chrome hand and foot controls, chromed brake calipers front and billet Performance caliper rear - ($340),
* Electronic Ignition - ($175),
* Engine Work Top End - ($1150 (new pistons and rings, dual spark ported heads)),
* S&S Shorty Carb - ($475),
* OEM Stock 2-1 Exhaust Pipe and Header (Hard to Find) - ($650),
* OEM Stock Seat (Hard to Find) - ($190),
* New Paint Job, - ($800),
1977 #AMF #Harley Davidson #FXE-1200 #Superglide #Shovelhead
VIN: 2FXXXXXH8
condition: good
engine displacement (CC): 1200
fuel: gas
odometer: 48525
paint color: gun metal gray
title status: clean
transmission: manual

1977 AMF Harley Davidson FXE-1200 Superglide Shovelhead






1977 #AMF #Harley Davidson #FXE-1200 #Superglide #Shovelhead

DESCRIPTION


1977 Harley Davidson FXE-1200!!
"Stand out from the rest! Beautifully proportioned with graceful lines. Powerful 4-stroke OHV V-twin 1200cc Harley Davidson engine that back up a boast mated to a 4 speed transmission. Get on and grab a little attention yourself."

For sale a jewel, 1977 AMF Harley Davidson FXE-1200 Superglide  Shovelhead  that is constantly  hard to find in such great condition. Bike has been serviced  well, runs and rides excellent,  everything works, no surprises, no  disappointment.

You will be hard pressed to find a better looking and running 1977 FXE Superglide nowadays. This bike looks very good to me considering its age and rides as good as it looks! There is some  patina on the bike and drive train that accumulated with years.  This  Shovelhead  is not a trailer queen as pictures show but nice,  presentable older  Harley that will keep appreciate in value with time.

Brakes work well, it   rides, shifts and stops as it should. I have ridden the bike and   shifted all 4 gears, it is a pleasure!! I have not seen any major oil leaks on   the motor or tranny. This bike has the original wet primary that may   seep few drops of oil over time but that is being consider normal with   those old shovs. Sweet   Harley FXE-1200 Shovelhead is all numbers matching and ready for you to   ride in style! This Little Big Twin Bike is sure to turn heads wherever it will ride!

Featuring:

1. Original 1977 Red Paint with some custom, period correct pinstripping,
2. Original Seat,
3. Top End Rebuilt ~8000 miles ago by Gary Stroud of Stroud Racing IN,
4. S&S Super B Carburetor,
5. Good Tires,
8. Rebuilt Front and Rear Master Cylinders and Calipers,
9. Electric and Kick Starter,
10. Included Original Ignition Keys (2),