- 1959 FLF
- 1959 FLHF
- 1959 FLHF
The model line up is not changed in 1959. A new dash design for foot shift models includes a green neutral position light
New gas tank emblems called “arrow flight” emblems are designed.
Here are some great sources for detailed information about Harley Davidson’s 1959 Panhead
How to restore your Harley-Davidson by Bruce Palmer 111
the Jocky Journal web forum
hydra-glide.com The panhead and flathead site
The Harley Davidson Panhead service manual 58-59
1959 models
model | engine type | actual displacement | compression | options |
---|---|---|---|---|
FL sport solo | 74 c.i.high compression | 73.66 c.i. | 7.25:1 | — |
FLF sport solo footshift | 74 c.i.high compression | 73.66 c.i. | 7.25:1 | F=foot shift |
FLH super sport solo | 74 c.i.high compression | 73.66 c.i. | 8.0:1 | — |
FLHF super sport solo foot shift | 74 c.i.high compression | 73.66 c.i. | 8.0:1 | F=foot shift |
NOTE: the ” F “ denoting foot shift will not be stamped in serial number.
1959 models available colors
paint | stripes | speedometer |
---|---|---|
*black | — | Warner speedo with italic “Day-Glo” green numbers and hash marks with gold painted center |
*calypso red | — | |
*skyline blue | — | |
*hi-fi red | — | |
*hi-fi turqouise | — | |
birch white | — | |
police silver | — |
*standard paint is two tone with standard color tank top and birch white side panels.
*extra cost hi-fi red and hi-fi turqouise.
* standard solid color could be ordered at no extra charge.
black

calypso red

skyline blue

hi-fi red

hi-fi turqouise

birch white

police silver
