1978 Harley Davidson FLH

Basic information and background
Hard-as-nails Harley Davidson FLH "Electra Glide" Shovelhead that could have been taken directly from a sunny roadside cafe in Southern California.

The entire motorcycle has been overhauled and is in very good condition, but it is above all the paintwork that stands out and gives a fantastic pop in the sunlight, impossible to go unnoticed. The attention to detail is a joy to study, everything from the Fishtail mufflers, the new whitewall tires, and fun additions like the rolled blanket on the handlebars.

All modifications are carefully carried out by the current owner. The work included a cosmetic overhaul with new paint and a complete mechanical overhaul.

This is a Swedish-sold MC with 9 registered owners, of which the previous user owned the bike for 25 years.

Equipment and Options
Cool original tractor seat in good condition. Mexican picnic blanket and tool bag, new exhaust system 2-in Crossover with fishtail muffler.

Condition
The seller states that this motorcycle starts directly and the engine runs and sounds good. Gears engage easily without any dissonance.

Leaves an oil stain on the ground after extended parking, which is not unusual for a Shovelhead of this age.

The exterior condition is great and we refer to the detailed photos.

Service History
The odo-reading cannot be guaranteed. The latest inspection approved 20220729, now MOT-exempt.

The motorcycle has undergone an extensive renovation in the last two years and everything has been taken apart by the current owner.
The frame has been blasted, primed, and painted. Cylinders and heads lifted, cylinders honed, valve seats ground with new valve seals. Carburetors overhauled.

New exhaust system 2-1 crossover with fishtail mufflers. New whitewall tires. New chrome brake calipers and brake pads. New battery. Completely newly painted color-matched rims.

Summary
This is truly a sensational MC, a lovely spot of color spreading joy to everyone who sees it. All work is seriously carried out to a standard that now leaves the riding to the next lucky owner.