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1981 Harley-Davidson FXWG Wide Glide

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Sold for $10,750 on 9/30/23comments-icon51Comments
No Reserve: 1981 Harley-Davidson FXWG Wide Glide

This 1981 Harley-Davidson Wide Glide was sold new in Texas in 1981, and the selling dealer brokered a previous sale of the motorcycle in 2001. Subsequent modifications included refinishing the bike in black with flame graphics, replacing the handlebar, adding a fork brace, and replacing the cables. Power is provided by an air-cooled 80ci V-twin paired with a four-speed transmission, and equipment includes electronic ignition, a stepped two-up seat, a passenger backrest, wire-spoke wheels, triple disc brakes, forward foot controls, and a side stand. The bike was acquired by the selling dealer in 2021, and work performed in preparation for the sale is said to have included replacing the battery, cleaning the 38mm Keihin carburetor, flushing the brake fluid, replacing oil lines, and performing an oil change. This Wide Glide is now offered at no reserve with a clean Texas title.

No Reserve: 1981 Harley-Davidson FXWG Wide Glide

The bike was refinished in black with painted flame graphics under previous ownership. Features include a leather handlebar bag, a stepped two-up seat, a passenger backrest, and a side stand.

No Reserve: 1981 Harley-Davidson FXWG Wide Glide

Wire-spoke wheels measuring 19″ up front and 16″ out back are wrapped in Dunlop tires, and the suspension consists of a conventional telescopic fork and dual chrome shocks mounted to the swingarm. Braking is handled by dual discs up front and a single disc out back. The selling dealer states that the brake fluid was flushed in preparation for the sale.

No Reserve: 1981 Harley-Davidson FXWG Wide Glide

The chrome-finished high-rise handlebar carries black grips and dual mirrors. The tank-top console houses an 85-mph speedometer and is flanked by dual fuel filler caps. The five-digit odometer shows 1,700 miles, approximately 75 of which were ridden by the selling dealer.

No Reserve: 1981 Harley-Davidson FXWG Wide Glide

The air-cooled 80ci Twin Cam V-twin features chrome-finished battery and ignition covers as well as electronic ignition, an electric starter, and a chrome-finished two-into-two exhaust. Service in preparation for the sale reportedly included replacing the battery, cleaning the 38mm Keihin carburetor, replacing oil lines, and changing the oil.

No Reserve: 1981 Harley-Davidson FXWG Wide Glide

Power is sent to the rear wheel through a four-speed transmission and a drive chain with a chrome guard.

Auction Result

Winning Bid USD $10,750 by SoP
Auction Ended September 30, 2023 at 1:47PM PT
Bids 23
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BaT Essentials

Seller: broncobob
Location: Mansfield, Texas 76063
Listing Details
  • Chassis: 1HD1BEK1XBY031597
  • 1,700 Miles Shown
  • 80ci V-Twin
  • Four-Speed Transmission
  • 38mm Keihin Carburetor
  • Electronic Ignition
  • Black Paint w/Flame Graphics
  • Triple Disc Brakes
  • Wire-Spoke Wheels
  • Forward Controls
  • Handlebar Bag
  • Stepped Two-Up Seat
  • Passenger Backrest
  • Side Stand
Private Party or Dealer: Dealer
Additional charges from this dealer: $0
Lot #122249