Segment: Custom/Cruiser
Production years: 1999, 2000
The Harley-Davidson Low Rider was a classic American cruiser motorcycle that debuted in 1977, also known as the FXDL. It was part of the Dyna family in H-D's range and was known for its distinctive styling and powerful performance.
In 1999, the American motorcycle manufacturer launched the Harley-Davidson Low Rider, a classic machine with a larger engine, delivering more power and torque than the previous model. Also, In North America, the bike was available with optional wire-spoke wheels, while in other markets were fitted as standard.
The bike remained essentially unchanged in the aesthetic department, with a raked-out fork, a round headlight, a teardrop-shaped fuel tank, a one-piece dual seat with a low riding position, and a dual chromed exhaust system with a deep chopper note.
As for performance, the 1999 Harley-Davidson Low Rider had a 1,449cc four-stroke air-cooled V-twin engine that delivered an output power of 67 hp with a peak at 5,200 rpm and 107 Nm (79 lb-ft) torque at 3,500 rpm.
The bike's suspension was fitted on a tubular steel frame and included a 39 mm telescopic fork on the front and dual side-mounted shock absorbers on the rear, offering excellent suspension performance and handling.
In the braking department, the bike was fitted with two 292 mm discs mounted on the front wheel and a 292 mm disc mounted on the rear wheel, delivering excellent stopping power.
engine specs | Type: | air-cooled, four-stroke, 45-degree V-Twin, OHV | Displacement: | 1449 cm3 | Bore X Stroke: | 3.8x4.0 in OR 97 mm | Compression Ratio: | 8.9:1 | Horsepower: | 67/5200 KW(hp)/RPM | Torque: | 79/3300 lb-ft/RPM OR 107/3300 Nm/RPM | Fuel System: | 40mm carburetor |
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transmission specs | Gearbox: | 5-speed, manual | Clutch: | wet multi-disc, manual | Primary Drive: | chain | Final Drive: | belt |
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chassis specs | Frame: | steel | Front Suspension: | telescopic fork | Rear Suspension: | dual shocks | Front Brake: | single 292mm disc | Rear Brake: | single 292mm disc |
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dimension specs | Overall Length: | 93.1 in OR 2365 mm | Overall Width: | - | Seat Height: | 26.5 in OR 673 mm | Wheelbase: | 62.6 in OR 1590 mm | Ground Clearance: | 5.6 in OR 142 mm | Weight: | 613 lbs OR 278 kg | Fuel Capacity: | 5 gallons OR 18.9 L |
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tyres specs | Front: | 100/90-19 | Rear: | 130/90-16 |
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power system specs | Power pack: | - | Nominal Capacity: | - | Maximum Capacity: | - | Charger type: | - | Charging time (normal): | - | Charging time (quick): | - | Range: | - |
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