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The 1980 Harley-Davidson FXWG Wide Glide embodied the essence of a classic "chopper." Check out more images of this iconic motorcycle.Enthusiasts of chopper-style bikes were thrilled with the release of the 1980 Harley-Davidson FXWG Wide Glide.
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Harley-Davidson pioneered the concept of the "factory custom" in 1971 with the FX Super Glide, and took it a notch higher with the 1980 FXWG Wide Glide.
The Harley-Davidson FXWG Wide Glide featured a distinctive step saddle as part of its design.With its flamed Fat Bob fuel tank and a 21-inch spoked front wheel supported by wide-spaced fork tubes, this motorcycle exuded an authentic chopper aesthetic.
The FXWG model included a flamed fuel tank as a standard feature.Its design was rounded out with a stepped saddle, forward-positioned brake and shift pedals, a bucket-style headlight, pull-back handlebars, and a bobbed rear fender.
Powering the FXWG was an 80-cubic-inch Big Twin engine.The Wide Glide was driven by Harley's 80-cubic-inch Big Twin engine, highlighted by the distinctive "ham can" air cleaner, which replaced the traditional oval air cleaner found on the 74-inch V-twin.
To learn more about Harley-Davidson and other classic motorcycles, see:
- Harley-Davidson Motorcycles
- How Harley-Davidson Works
- How Choppers Work
- Chopper Profiles
- Classic Motorcycles
- How Motorcycles Work
