1970 History
Main Models
70-XLH Sportster Super H: 55ci ( 883cc ) Sportster OHV V-twin with four-speed transmission
70-XLCH Sportster Super CH: 55ci ( 883cc ) Sportster OHV V-twin with four-speed transmission
70-FLHF Super Sport: 74ci Shovelhead OHV V-twin with foot-shifted four-speed transmission
70-FLH Super Sport: 74ci Shovelhead OHV V-twin with hand-shifted four-speed transmission
70-FLPF Super Sport: 74ci Shovelhead OHV V-twin with foot-shifted four-speed transmission
70-FLP Super Sport: 74ci Shovelhead OHV V-twin with hand-shifted four-speed transmission
70-GE Servi-Car without tow bar: 45ci flathead V-twin with three-speed-and-reverse transmission
Specialty Models
70-XR-750 Racer: 45ci OHV racing V-twin
Sidecars and Chassis
70-LE
Production Totals
Model XLH: 3,033
Model XLCH: 5,527
Model FL: 1,706
Model FLH: 5,909
Model GE: 494
Paint Colors
Birch White or Hi-Fi Sparkling Blue
Series
XLH and XLCH Sportsters
First Year
Magneto ignition on the XLCH replaced by the XLH's points-and-coil ignition
Optional "boattail" fiberglass seat-fender combination
Frame numbers
Series
FL Electra Glides
First Year
Alternator with rectifier replaces generator
Mechanical breaker points and advance in the gear case replaces the external timer
Timing case cover cone-shaped because the alternator and ignition are now located in the timing case
Timer gear connected directly to cam; separate gear for timer deleted
Redesigned crankcases
Redesigned inner and outer primary covers for the alternator, which is mounted in the primary case
Redesigned oil tank with filler hole near the front left edge of the tank top and a pull-out dipstick
Exhaust header pipes are chrome plated; chrome-plated flex covers no longer offered
Saddlebags with a tumbler lock, locking hook and heavy duty hinge
Racing Notes
Calvin Raybom on Model KR wins three first-place positions end three second-place positions out of six races at Angle-American Races in England.
Motor Company Minutes, 1970
Production of H-D snowmobiles, limited availability.
H-D "number 1" logo is designed to celebrate Mert Lawwill's win as the AMA Grand National champion.
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