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- 1959 FLF
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- 1959 FLHF
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- 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.
1956-60 oil tank emblem 
59-60 gas tank emblems 
1956-61 speedometer
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
