1984 History

Main Models

          84-XLX-61: 1,000cc Sportster OHV V-twin with four-speed transmission

84-XLH: 1,000cc Sportster OHV V-twin with four-speed transmission

84-XLS Roadster: 1,000cc Sportster OHV V-twin with four-speed transmission

84-XR-1000: 1,000cc Sportster OHV V-twin with four-speed eransmission

84-FXE Super Glide: 80ci Shovelhead OHV V-twin with four-speed transmission

84-FXTT Softail: 80ci Evolution OHV V-twin with four-speed transmission

84-FXSB Low Rider: 80ci Shovelhead OHV V-twin with four-speed transmission

84-FXWG Wide Glide: 80ci Shovelhead OHV V-twin with four-speed transmission

84-FXRS Low Glide: 80ci Evolution OHV V-ewin with five-speed transmission

84-FXRT Sport Glide: 80ci Evolution OHV V-twin with five-speed transmission

84-FXRP Police: 80ci Evolution OHV V-twin with five-speed transmission

84-FXRDG Disc Glide: 80ci Evolution OHV V-twin with five-speed transmission

84-FLH 80 Electra Glide: 80ci Shovelhead OHV V-twin with four-speed transmission

84-FLHS Eleara Glide: 80ci Shovelhead OHV V-twin with four-speed transmission

84-FLHX Elebra Glide: 80ci Shovelhead OHV V-twin with four-speed transmission

84-FLTC Classic Tour Glide: 80ci Evolution OHV V-twin with five-speed transmission

84-FLHTC Classic Electra Glide: 80ci Evolution OHV V-twin with five-speed transmission

Sidecar Models

84-LE

Retail Prices    

            Model FXRS: $7,560

            Model FXRDG: $8,199

            Model FLKTC: $8,799

Production Totals

Model XLH ( alternators ): 2,278

Model XLH ( 331 with alternators ): 2,164

Model XLS ( alternators ): 678

Model XLS( 191 with alternators ): 457

Model XLX ( alternators ): 2,165

Model XLX( (alternators ): 2,119

Model XR 1000 ( generators ): 759

Model FXE ( single tank ): 1

Model FXE ( single tank ): 666

Model FXE ( twin tank ). 1,076

Model FXE ( twin tank ): 364

Model FWT: 3,303

Model FXST: 2,110

Model FXB: 942

Model FXB: 1,935

Model FXWG: 2

Model FXWG: 2,225

Model FXRS: 1,079

Model FXRS: 1,731

Model FXRT: 834

Model FXRT: 1,196

Model FXRDG: 853

Model FXRSDG: 3

Model FXRSDG: 7

Model FLH-80: 155

Model FLH-80: 1,828

Model FLHX:791

Model FLHX: 467

Model FLHS: 499

Model FLTC Classic Tour Glide: 446

Model FLTC: 855

Model FLTC and sidecar: 11

Model FLTC and sidecar: 24

Model FLHTC Classic Electric Glide: 974

Model FLHTC: 1,517

Model FLHTC and sidecar: 14

Model FLHTC and sidecar: 22

Model FLHTP Police: 100

Model FLHTP: 53

Model FLH (belt): 216

Model FLH (belt): 173

Model FLH: 565

Model FLH: 123

Model FXRP: 588

Model FXRP Chips: 189

Model FLHT Shrine: 36

Model FLHT: 19

Model FLH: 5

Model FLH: 10

Paint Colors

Birch White, Vivid Black, Classic Tan, Classic Creme, Indigo Blue, Claret Red, Candy Purple, Rose Metallic, or Slate Gray Metallic

 

Series XR-1000 Sportster

    First/Only Year

Improved brakes

Orange and Black H-D racing colors optional

 

Series XLH Sportrter

    First Year

            One large front disc brake

            Diaphragm-spring clutch ( midyear )

            Alternator ( midyear )

 

Series XLS Sportster Roadster

    First Year

            One large front disc brake

            Diaphragm-spring clutch ( midyear )

            Alternator ( midyear )

 

Series XLX-61 Sportster

    First Year

            One large front disc brake

            Diaphragm-spring clutch ( midyear )

            Alternator ( midyear )

 

Series FXRS Low Glide

    First Year

Engine: 80ci Evolution V-twin with 3.50x4.25in bore and stroke (some very early 1984 FXRSs may have been assembled with Shovelhead engines)

Lowered shocks

Front forks shortened

Diaphragm-spring clutch

Single front disc brake

 

Series FXRDG; Disc Glide with Evolution Engine

    First/Only Year

The FXRDG Disc Glide is a one-year limited-edition model based on the FXRS, with special paint and graphics and a solid rear wheel

Engine: 80ci Evolution V-twin with 3.50x4.25in bore and stroke

Rear wheel is solid spun aluminum disc

Chain final drive

Wire front wheel

Tank emblem is "Genuine Harley-Davidson" in ornate script

Diaphragm-spring clutch

Chrome engine and gearbox cover

 

Series FXRT Sport Glide

    First Year

Engine: 80ci Evolution V-twin with 3.50x4.25in bore and stroke (some very early 1984 FXRTs may have been assembled with Shovelhead engines)

Diaphragm-spring clutch

Series FXRP Police

    First Year

The FXRP is a new police model based on the FXRT

Engine: 80ci Evolution V-twin with 3.50x4.25in bore and stroke

Diaphragm-spring clutch

Series FXST Softail

    First Year

The FXST Softail is a new model, based on the FXWG Wide Glide, but with a new type of rear suspension that mimics the look of the old "hardtail" frames by hiding the shocks underneath the frame

Engine: 80ci Evolution V-twin with 3.50x4.25in bore and stroke (some very early 1984 Softails may have been assembled with Shovelhead engines)

Belt drive

Four-speed transmission

Rigid-mounted engine

Triangulated swingarm

Wheelbase measures 66.3in

Weight ( with half-tank ) is 630 lbs

Tank capacity is 5.2gal

Seat height is 27.5in

Single 11.5in disc front brake

Wire-spoked wheels

Buckhorn-style handlebars

21in front wheel

16in rear wheel

Bobbed rear fender

Chromed oil tank

Kickstarter

Dual gas-charged expansion shock absorbers

Diaphragm spring clutch ( midyear )

 

Series FXB Low Riders and FXE Super Glides

    Last Year

1984 FXBs and FXEs are thought to have been powered by the Shovelhead engine, but some very late machines may have been assembled with the Evolution engine

Series FXWG Wide Glides

    First Year

Chain primary

Belt final drive

( 1984 FXWGs are thought to have been powered by the Shovelhead engine, but some very late machines may have been assembled with the Evolution engine )

Series FLH80, RHS, and FLHX Elecba Glides

    First/Only Year

Diaphram-spring clutch (midyear)

Staggered dual exhaust and forward foot controls with pegs instead of footboards ( FLHS; late year )

FLHX Last Edition Shovelhead Electra Glide offered in Black or White, with Gold stripes and Red pinstriping, with wire wheels and full touring equipment first year

Shovelhead engine discontinued

Series FLHTC Classic Electra Glide

    First Year

            Engine: 80ci Evolution V-twin with 3.50x4.25in bore and stroke ( some very early 1984 FLHTCs may have been       assembled with Shovelhead engines)

Tool kit supplied with motorcycle

Diaphragm-spring clutch

Air shocks

Air forks with antidive system

Sixteen-spoke cast wheels

Starter wiring revised

Enclosed rear chain drive

Series FLTC Classic Tour Glide with Evolution Engine

    First Year

Engine: 80ci Evolution V-twin with 3.50x4.25in bore and stroke ( some very early 1984 FLTCs may have been assembled with Shovelhead engines )

Tool kit supplied with motorcycle

Final drive is belt

Five-speed transmission

Lock style change on luggage

Starter wiring revised

Clutch features a diaphragm spring

Motor Company Minutes, 1984

The V2 Evolution engine introduced on many Big Twin Models. The new engine is more oil-tight and maintenance-free, lighter in weight, cooler running, and more powerful.

Bill Davidson, Willie G.'s son, joins the company, overseeing the National Demo Ride Program.

Bill Davis, an independent engineer, designed and built the suspension layout for the Model FXST Softail.

H-D wins California Highway Patrol contract; 155 motorcycles ordered.

H-D sells 131 Model FXRP Police Special to California Highway Patrol at $4,393 each.

           H-D receives a U.S. Navy contract for production of gunshell casings.

H-D brand beer is sold.

Racing Notes

Gene Church wins Battle of the Twins series, Grand Prix class.

Will Roeder wins Battle of the Twins/Stock Class.


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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