1972 History


Main Models

72-XLH Sportster Super Fl: 1000cc Sportster OHV V-twin with four-speed transmission

72-XLCH Sportster Super CH: 1000cc Sportster OHV V-twin with four-speed transmission

72-FLHF Super Sport: 74ci Shovelhead OHV V-twin with foot-shifted four-speed transmission

72-FLH Super Sport: 74ci Shovelhead OHV V-twin with hand-shifted four-speed transmission

72-FLPF Super Sport: 74ci Shovelhead OHV V-twin with Foot-shifted four-speed transmission

72-FLP Super Sport: 74ci Shovelhead OHV V-twin with hand-shifted four-speed transmission

72-0( Super Glide: 74ci Shovelhead OHV V-twin with foot-shifted four-speed transmission

71-GE Servi-Car without tow bar: 45ci flathead V-twin with three-speed-and-reverse transmission

Sidecars and Chassis

72-LE

Production Totals

Model FL: 1,600

Model FLH: 8,100

Model XLH: 7,500

Model XLCH: 10,650

Model CE: 400

Model FX: 6,500

Paint Colors

Birch White or Sparkling Blue

Series XLH and XLCH Sportsters

   First Year

     Engine bore increased to 3.18in, bumping displacement up to a nominal 1000cc

Oil tank placed near chain

Seat is thinner with less padding

Series FX Super Glides

    First Year

 Sportster-style rear fender

 Scalloped dual seat

 Oil pump updated with new drive

      Rectangular "AMF Harley-Davidson " tank badge

Series FL Electra Glides

     First Year

       10in front disc brake

       Rectangular "AMF Harley-Davidson" tank badge

       Plastic switch housings for handlebars

Racing Notes

Mark Brelsford on Model XR-750 wins Grand National Championship



Any additional information is greatly appreciated as well as any corrections   I'm no historian, I post what I can come up with, all info is appreciated.


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