Harley-Davidson 1965 FL FLH Electra Glide Panhead - publicity campaign - photo

Description

A superb and rare photo of the
1965
Harley-Davidson
FL
Electra Glide
, photographed during a publicity shoot in early 1965. It is a historic photograph, not only was it used during the original publicity campaign of this new historic model, it also shows the Electra Glide in its first year of production - the only year that the Electra Glide was available with the Panhead engine!
In 1948 H-D introduced the OHV
Panhead
engine model series.
The
Hydra Glide
, which followed a year later in 1949, also featured the new Panhead engine but it had something completely new to offer: the
Hydra Glide
hydraulic suspension front fork.
In 1958 the Hydra Glide was succeeded by the
Duo Glide
, which had received a number of engine modifications but, more importantly, unlike the Hydra Glide the Duo Glide did not have a rigid rear end.
It featured however a swingarm with two hydraulic shock absorbers.
In
1965
the
Electra Glide
was introduced, replacing the
Duo Glide
.
Most important change from the Duo Glide was the 12 Volts Electric Starter.
Hence the name
Electra
Glide
…
This photo shows the 1965 Electra Glide in all its glory.
The negative comes from the collection of one of the worlds oldest Harley Davidson dealers that was in business from the early 1910’s until the end of the 1970’s. We took over the old inventory from the grandson of the owner. There was a lot of literature amongst the inventory, mostly very old, and amongst the Harley literature was also quite a bit of Indian and other American motorcycle literature. There are a lot of old negatives, both on celluloid as glass plates, in the files we took over, we consider this material very historic.
We have more photos, also listed on Ebay, of various Harley Davidson and other (racing) machines. Please check out our auctions and take advantage of our shipping discount! The auction selection is refreshed and changed continuously.
It is a superb and rare
non period
photo, and this is your rare chance to own it! It reflects a very interesting and historic piece of motorcycling history in a great way! The size is perfectly suited for framing as it is large: ca. 8 x
9”
(ca.
20 cm
x
22 cm
).
Shipping costs will only be $ 7.00 regardless of how many photos you buy.   For 5 or more photos, shipping is free!
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No copyright expressed or implied. Sold as collectable item only. We are clearing out our archives that we have gathered from various sources.
All items always sent well protected in PVC clear files
and board backed envelopes.
We have photographs that came from professional collections and/or were bought from the original photographer or press studio! They are all of professional and excellent quality.
After many decades of professionally collecting photographs and posters we are clearing out our archives. They make the perfect gift and are perfectly suited for framing. They will look gorgeous unframed and will be a true asset nicely framed with a border. They are a gorgeous and great asset in every home, workshop, workplace, restaurant, bar or club!
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