This manual covers the Harley-Davidson Electra Glide and Duo-Glide motorcycles produced between 1959 and 1969. These models, encompassing variants such as FL, FLH, FLHF, FLB, FLFB, FLHB, and FLHFB, represent a significant era in American motorcycling, transitioning from the Panhead to the early Shovelhead engine configurations. Renowned for their V-twin power and designed for long-distance touring, these motorcycles were the flagship models of their time, offering a blend of comfort and performance that appealed to riders seeking the ultimate touring experience. Their engineering quality and iconic status have made them highly sought after by collectors and enthusiasts alike.
This comprehensive service and repair manual provides detailed instructions for the maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair of your Harley-Davidson Electra Glide or Duo-Glide. It covers all essential systems, including engine overhaul, transmission service, chassis adjustments, electrical diagnostics, and fuel system maintenance. The manual includes step-by-step procedures for everything from routine tasks like oil changes and chain adjustments to complete component rebuilds. Its thorough coverage and detailed diagrams are an indispensable resource for owners, mechanics, and technicians aiming to preserve the performance and longevity of these classic motorcycles.
1959-1969 Harley Davidson Electra Glide Duo-Glide Motorcycle Service Manual 1959 1960 1961 1962 1963 1964 1965 1966 1967 1968 1969
Product Description
This official 1959-1969 Harley Davidson Electra Glide Duo-Glide Service Manual provides detailed service information, step-by-step repair instruction and maintenance specifications for :
1959 Harley-Davidson FLHF Duo-Glide Super Sport Foot Shift Panhead 74ci (1200cc),
1959 Harley-Davidson FLH Duo-Glide Super Sport Panhead 74ci (1200cc),
1959 Harley-Davidson FL Duo-Glide Panhead 74ci (1200cc),
1960 Harley-Davidson FLHF Duo-Glide Super Sport Foot Shift Panhead 74ci (1200cc),
1960 Harley-Davidson FLH Duo-Glide Super Sport Panhead 74ci (1200cc),
1960 Harley-Davidson FLF Duo-Glide Foot Shift Panhead 74ci (1200cc),
1960 Harley-Davidson FL Duo-Glide Panhead 74ci (1200cc),
1961 Harley-Davidson FLHF Duo-Glide Super Sport Foot Shift Panhead 74ci (1200cc),
1961 Harley-Davidson FLH Duo-Glide Super Sport Panhead 74ci (1200cc),
1961 Harley-Davidson FLF Duo-Glide Foot Shift Panhead 74ci (1200cc),
1961 Harley-Davidson FL Duo-Glide Panhead 74ci (1200cc),
1962 Harley-Davidson FLHF Duo-Glide Super Sport Foot Shift Panhead 74ci (1200cc),
1962 Harley-Davidson FLH Duo-Glide Super Sport Panhead 74ci (1200cc),
1962 Harley-Davidson FLF Duo-Glide Foot Shift Panhead 74ci (1200cc),
1962 Harley-Davidson FL Duo-Glide Panhead 74ci (1200cc),
1963 Harley-Davidson FLHF Duo-Glide Super Sport Foot Shift Panhead 74ci (1200cc),
1963 Harley-Davidson FLH Duo-Glide Super Sport Panhead 74ci (1200cc),
1963 Harley-Davidson FLF Duo-Glide Foot Shift Panhead 74ci (1200cc),
1963 Harley-Davidson FL Duo-Glide Panhead 74ci (1200cc),
1964 Harley-Davidson FLHF Duo-Glide Super Sport Foot Shift Panhead 74ci (1200cc),
1964 Harley-Davidson FLH Duo-Glide Super Sport Panhead 74ci (1200cc),
1964 Harley-Davidson FLF Duo-Glide Super Solo Foot Shift Panhead 74ci (1200cc),
1964 Harley-Davidson FL Duo-Glide Super Solo Panhead 74ci (1200cc),
1965 Harley-Davidson FLHFB Electra-Glide Super Sport Foot Shift Panhead 74ci (1200cc),
1965 Harley-Davidson FLHB Electra-Glide Super Sport Panhead 74ci (1200cc),
1965 Harley-Davidson FLFB Electra-Glide Super Solo Foot Shift Panhead 74ci (1200cc),
1965 Harley-Davidson FLB Electra-Glide Super Solo Panhead 74ci (1200cc),
1966 Harley-Davidson FL Electra Glide,
1967 Harley-Davidson FL Electra Glide,
1968 Harley-Davidson FL Electra Glide and
1969 Harley-Davidson FL Electra Glide motorcycles.
1959-1969 Harley Davidson Electra Glide Duo-Glide Service Manual Index of Topics
PRODUCT
GENERAL
Specifications Sprocket and Gear Ratios Tire Data
SERVICE
Servicing a New Motorcycle Lubrication and Service Lubricants, Engine and Transmission
LOCATING TROUBLES Engine Generator Carburetor Transmission Clutch Brakes
CHASSIS
DRIVE
Chain Adjustment Chain Lubrication Removing and Installing Rear Chain Removing and Installing Front Chain
WHEELS
Removing Wheels Wheel Hub
Replacing Rear Wheel Sprocket Spoking Wheels Truing Wheels Tires
Wheel Alignment
HANDLEBAR
Spark and Throttle Controls
FRAME
Basic Dimensions
FORKS
Changing Front Fork Oil Disassembling Fork Slider Adjusting Steering Damper Adjusting Front Fork Trail Disassembling Front Fork Steering Head Bearings Replacing Front Fork Slider Bushings Straightening Front Fork Rear Shock Absorbers Rear Fork
BRAKES
Adjusting Front Brake Disassembling Brakes Adjusting Rear Brakes Rear Brake Master Cylinder
SEAT
Seat Post
FIBERGLASS
Surface Finishing Touch-up and Surface Repairs Patching Holes, Punctures and Breaks
TOOLS
Tools
ENGINE
GENERAL
Engine Specifications Engine Description Lubrication Servicing Oil Filter Engine Oiling and Breather System Engine Repair Procedure Stripping Motorcycle for Engine Repair
CYLINDER HEAD
Removing Cylinder Head Replacing Valve Guides Replacing Valve Seats Grinding Valves Lapping Valves Assembling Cylinder Head Adjusting Tappets
CYLINDER
Disassembling Cylinder and Piston Refinishing Cylinder Fitting Piston Rings Connecting Rod Bushing Straightening Connecting Rods
Assembling Cylinder and Piston
GEARCASE Oil Pump
Valve Tappets and Guides Disassembling Timing Gears
Replacing Cover Bushings
CRANKCASE
Disassembling Crankcase Disassembling Flywheels Lapping Connecting Rods Fitting Rod Bearing Races Assembling Flywheels Lapping Engine Main Bearing Fitting Pinion Shaft Bearings Fitting Sprocket Bearing Assembling Crankcase
FUEL SYSTEM
Model HD Carburetor Model M Carburetor Model DC Carburetor Model MD Carburetor Fuel Strainer Air Cleaner Fuel Tank Fuel Supply Valve
TOOLS
Tools
TRANSMISSION
GENERAL
Transmission Specifications Function of Transmission Stripping Motorcycle for Transmission Repair
CLUTCH
Adjusting Clutch Disassembling Clutch
STARTER
Disassembling Kick Starter Disassembling Kick Starter Clutch
ELECTRIC STARTER Starter Drive Disassembling Electric Starter
GEAR BOX
Adjusting Shifting Linkage Adjusting Foot Shifter Cover Replacing Main Drive Gear Oil Seal Disassembling Shifter Cover Disassembling Shifter Forks
Disassembling Gear Box
TOOLS
Tools
ELECTRICAL
WIRING
Wiring Diagram with Key
(1959)
Wiring Diagram with Key
(1960)
Wiring Diagram with Key
(1961-1964)
Wiring Diagram with Key
(1965-1967)
Wiring Diagram with Key
(1968)
SWITCHES
Disassembling Ignition-Light Switch Button Switch Headlamp Dimmer and Horn Switch Transmission Neutral Switch Solenoid Switch
LAMPS
Removing Headlamp Adjusting Headlamp Beam Bulb Chart
GENERATOR (STANDARD) Testing Generator Output Testing Field Coils Testing Armature Disassembling Generator
GENERATOR (FAN COOLED) Testing Generator Output Testing Field Coils Testing Armature Disassembling Generator
CIRCUIT BREAKER Description
Adjusting Breaker Points Adjusting Ignition Disassembling Circuit Breaker
IGNITION COIL Trouble Shooting Replacing Cables
SPARK PLUGS Removing
Cleaning, Inspecting and Repair Adjusting Electrode Gap Testing Installing
REGULATOR
Servicing
Testing Specifications
BATTERY
Battery Care Charging
Changing Electrolyte
HORN
General Information Disassembling Horn Adjusting Horn
STARTER MOTOR
Locating Troubles Removing Starter Motor and Drive Delco-Remy Starter Motor Service Presto Lite Starter Motor Service
TOOLS
Tools
MISCELLANEOUS
INSTRUMENTS
Servicing Tachometer
1959-1969 Harley Davidson Electra Glide Duo-Glide Motorcycle Service Manual 1959 1960 1961 1962 1963 1964 1965 1966 1967 1968 1969
Product Description
This official 1959-1969 Harley Davidson Electra Glide Duo-Glide Service Manual provides detailed service information, step-by-step repair instruction and maintenance specifications for :
1959 Harley-Davidson FLHF Duo-Glide Super Sport Foot Shift Panhead 74ci (1200cc),
1959 Harley-Davidson FLH Duo-Glide Super Sport Panhead 74ci (1200cc),
1959 Harley-Davidson FL Duo-Glide Panhead 74ci (1200cc),
1960 Harley-Davidson FLHF Duo-Glide Super Sport Foot Shift Panhead 74ci (1200cc),
1960 Harley-Davidson FLH Duo-Glide Super Sport Panhead 74ci (1200cc),
1960 Harley-Davidson FLF Duo-Glide Foot Shift Panhead 74ci (1200cc),
1960 Harley-Davidson FL Duo-Glide Panhead 74ci (1200cc),
1961 Harley-Davidson FLHF Duo-Glide Super Sport Foot Shift Panhead 74ci (1200cc),
1961 Harley-Davidson FLH Duo-Glide Super Sport Panhead 74ci (1200cc),
1961 Harley-Davidson FLF Duo-Glide Foot Shift Panhead 74ci (1200cc),
1961 Harley-Davidson FL Duo-Glide Panhead 74ci (1200cc),
1962 Harley-Davidson FLHF Duo-Glide Super Sport Foot Shift Panhead 74ci (1200cc),
1962 Harley-Davidson FLH Duo-Glide Super Sport Panhead 74ci (1200cc),
1962 Harley-Davidson FLF Duo-Glide Foot Shift Panhead 74ci (1200cc),
1962 Harley-Davidson FL Duo-Glide Panhead 74ci (1200cc),
1963 Harley-Davidson FLHF Duo-Glide Super Sport Foot Shift Panhead 74ci (1200cc),
1963 Harley-Davidson FLH Duo-Glide Super Sport Panhead 74ci (1200cc),
1963 Harley-Davidson FLF Duo-Glide Foot Shift Panhead 74ci (1200cc),
1963 Harley-Davidson FL Duo-Glide Panhead 74ci (1200cc),
1964 Harley-Davidson FLHF Duo-Glide Super Sport Foot Shift Panhead 74ci (1200cc),
1964 Harley-Davidson FLH Duo-Glide Super Sport Panhead 74ci (1200cc),
1964 Harley-Davidson FLF Duo-Glide Super Solo Foot Shift Panhead 74ci (1200cc),
1964 Harley-Davidson FL Duo-Glide Super Solo Panhead 74ci (1200cc),
1965 Harley-Davidson FLHFB Electra-Glide Super Sport Foot Shift Panhead 74ci (1200cc),
1965 Harley-Davidson FLHB Electra-Glide Super Sport Panhead 74ci (1200cc),
1965 Harley-Davidson FLFB Electra-Glide Super Solo Foot Shift Panhead 74ci (1200cc),
1965 Harley-Davidson FLB Electra-Glide Super Solo Panhead 74ci (1200cc),
1966 Harley-Davidson FL Electra Glide,
1967 Harley-Davidson FL Electra Glide,
1968 Harley-Davidson FL Electra Glide and
1969 Harley-Davidson FL Electra Glide motorcycles.
1959-1969 Harley Davidson Electra Glide Duo-Glide Service Manual Index of Topics
PRODUCT
GENERAL
Specifications Sprocket and Gear Ratios Tire Data
SERVICE
Servicing a New Motorcycle Lubrication and Service Lubricants, Engine and Transmission
LOCATING TROUBLES Engine Generator Carburetor Transmission Clutch Brakes
CHASSIS
DRIVE
Chain Adjustment Chain Lubrication Removing and Installing Rear Chain Removing and Installing Front Chain
WHEELS
Removing Wheels Wheel Hub
Replacing Rear Wheel Sprocket Spoking Wheels Truing Wheels Tires
Wheel Alignment
HANDLEBAR
Spark and Throttle Controls
FRAME
Basic Dimensions
FORKS
Changing Front Fork Oil Disassembling Fork Slider Adjusting Steering Damper Adjusting Front Fork Trail Disassembling Front Fork Steering Head Bearings Replacing Front Fork Slider Bushings Straightening Front Fork Rear Shock Absorbers Rear Fork
BRAKES
Adjusting Front Brake Disassembling Brakes Adjusting Rear Brakes Rear Brake Master Cylinder
SEAT
Seat Post
FIBERGLASS
Surface Finishing Touch-up and Surface Repairs Patching Holes, Punctures and Breaks
TOOLS
Tools
ENGINE
GENERAL
Engine Specifications Engine Description Lubrication Servicing Oil Filter Engine Oiling and Breather System Engine Repair Procedure Stripping Motorcycle for Engine Repair
CYLINDER HEAD
Removing Cylinder Head Replacing Valve Guides Replacing Valve Seats Grinding Valves Lapping Valves Assembling Cylinder Head Adjusting Tappets
CYLINDER
Disassembling Cylinder and Piston Refinishing Cylinder Fitting Piston Rings Connecting Rod Bushing Straightening Connecting Rods
Assembling Cylinder and Piston
GEARCASE Oil Pump
Valve Tappets and Guides Disassembling Timing Gears
Replacing Cover Bushings
CRANKCASE
Disassembling Crankcase Disassembling Flywheels Lapping Connecting Rods Fitting Rod Bearing Races Assembling Flywheels Lapping Engine Main Bearing Fitting Pinion Shaft Bearings Fitting Sprocket Bearing Assembling Crankcase
FUEL SYSTEM
Model HD Carburetor Model M Carburetor Model DC Carburetor Model MD Carburetor Fuel Strainer Air Cleaner Fuel Tank Fuel Supply Valve
TOOLS
Tools
TRANSMISSION
GENERAL
Transmission Specifications Function of Transmission Stripping Motorcycle for Transmission Repair
CLUTCH
Adjusting Clutch Disassembling Clutch
STARTER
Disassembling Kick Starter Disassembling Kick Starter Clutch
ELECTRIC STARTER Starter Drive Disassembling Electric Starter
GEAR BOX
Adjusting Shifting Linkage Adjusting Foot Shifter Cover Replacing Main Drive Gear Oil Seal Disassembling Shifter Cover Disassembling Shifter Forks
Disassembling Gear Box
TOOLS
Tools
ELECTRICAL
WIRING
Wiring Diagram with Key
(1959)
Wiring Diagram with Key
(1960)
Wiring Diagram with Key
(1961-1964)
Wiring Diagram with Key
(1965-1967)
Wiring Diagram with Key
(1968)
SWITCHES
Disassembling Ignition-Light Switch Button Switch Headlamp Dimmer and Horn Switch Transmission Neutral Switch Solenoid Switch
LAMPS
Removing Headlamp Adjusting Headlamp Beam Bulb Chart
GENERATOR (STANDARD) Testing Generator Output Testing Field Coils Testing Armature Disassembling Generator
GENERATOR (FAN COOLED) Testing Generator Output Testing Field Coils Testing Armature Disassembling Generator
CIRCUIT BREAKER Description
Adjusting Breaker Points Adjusting Ignition Disassembling Circuit Breaker
IGNITION COIL Trouble Shooting Replacing Cables
SPARK PLUGS Removing
Cleaning, Inspecting and Repair Adjusting Electrode Gap Testing Installing
REGULATOR
Servicing
Testing Specifications
BATTERY
Battery Care Charging
Changing Electrolyte
HORN
General Information Disassembling Horn Adjusting Horn
STARTER MOTOR
Locating Troubles Removing Starter Motor and Drive Delco-Remy Starter Motor Service Presto Lite Starter Motor Service
TOOLS
Tools
MISCELLANEOUS
INSTRUMENTS
Servicing Tachometer
