- 65 FLHFB
- 65 FLHFB
- 65 FLHFB
1965 is the first year of the Electra-Glide all models are electric start denoted by the letter “B” eg FLHB.
many new features include 12 volt electrical system. New frame. New rectangular oil tank mounted on left side.
5 gallon gas tanks.Aluminum primary chain case. Automatic advance distributor. Heavier engine cases.
Here are some great sources for detailed information about Harley Davidson’s 1965 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 59-69
1965 models
model | engine type | actual displacement | compression | options |
---|---|---|---|---|
FLB electra-glide | 74 c.i.high compression | 73.66 c.i. | 7.25:1 | B=electric start |
FLFB electra-glide footshift | 74 c.i.high compression | 73.66 c.i. | 7.25:1 | B=electric start F=foot shift |
FLHB electra-glide super sport | 74 c.i.high compression | 73.66 c.i. | 8.0:1 | B=electric start |
FLHFB electra-glide super sport foot shift | 74 c.i.high compression | 73.66 c.i. | 8.0:1 | B=electric start F=foot shift |
NOTE: the ” F “ denoting “foot shift” will not be stamped in serial number.
NOTE: the ” B “ denoting “electric start” will not be stamped in serial number.
1965 models available colors
paint | stripes | speedometer |
---|---|---|
black | — | black face large silver numbers tombstone shaped brushed aluminum center |
holiday red | — | |
*hi-fi red | — | |
*hi-fi blue | — | |
birch white | — | |
police silver | — |
standard paint is two tone with standard color tank top and birch white side panels.
*extra cost hi-fi red, hi-fi blue.
* standard solid color could be ordered at no extra charge.
black

holiday red

hi-fi red

hi-fi blue

birch white

police silver
