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Harley-Davidson Pays Tribute to the Early ’70s With New Super Glide Revival

Harley-Davidson is reaching back into one of the most influential chapters in its history with the release of a modern tribute to the early-1970s Super Glide—bringing one of the company’s most iconic factory customs into the present day. The revival arrives as a limited-edition model with 2,500 serialized units, available in the US and Canada. (BikeWale)



After several recent releases focused on anniversary editions and premium CVO models, this launch shifts the spotlight toward heritage and identity—celebrating a motorcycle that helped define the factory-custom cruiser category.


Honoring One of Harley’s Most Important Designs

The original Harley-Davidson FX Super Glide debuted in 1971 and became widely recognized as Harley-Davidson’s first true factory custom. It combined elements from larger Big Twin models with components from the Sportster family, creating a style that would influence Harley’s lineup for decades. (Wikipedia)


The new tribute model preserves that spirit while adapting it for modern riders.

Design references include:

  • Retro-inspired paint and trim details

  • Wire-spoke wheels

  • Teardrop-style fuel tank design

  • Chrome accents and classic cruiser proportions

  • Styling cues inspired by the original early-’70s machine (Australian Motorcycle News)


Modern Performance Beneath the Nostalgia

Although the styling embraces the past, the motorcycle itself is built with contemporary hardware.



Power comes from Harley-Davidson’s 117 cubic-inch (1,923cc) Milwaukee-Eight V-twin, paired with modern rider technology and updated road manners. (Visordown)


Expected highlights include:

  • Strong low-end torque delivery

  • Multiple ride modes

  • Cornering ABS and traction support

  • Modern rider electronics

  • LED lighting and updated instrumentation (Visordown)


This gives riders vintage character without vintage compromises.


More Than a Retro Exercise

The original Super Glide wasn’t important because of outright performance—it mattered because it changed what riders expected from production motorcycles.



By blending custom-bike attitude into a showroom model, Harley created a formula that would influence generations of cruisers. (Wikipedia)


This revival appears intended to capture that same feeling rather than recreate history exactly.


A Collector’s Cruiser

With production capped at 2,500 units, the new Super Glide also leans into exclusivity.

For enthusiasts, the appeal goes beyond specifications:

  • Connection to Harley history

  • Limited production numbers

  • Classic styling with modern usability

  • Collectible long-term ownership appeal (BikeWale)


Protecting a Heritage-Inspired Motorcycle

Special edition motorcycles with detailed paintwork and premium finishes benefit from proper protection between rides.

Nuzari motorcycle covers provide breathable, weather-resistant protection designed for cruisers and premium motorcycles. A quality cover helps protect against dust, moisture, and UV exposure while preserving finishes and chrome surfaces.


Explore options at nuzari.com.


Featured Sale

Riders looking to upgrade their motorcycle protection setup can also take advantage of the latest Nuzari Etsy sale, now offering 20% off select items for a limited time.


Browse the sale here:Nuzari Etsy Sale


Final Thoughts

The new Super Glide tribute isn’t simply about recreating the past—it’s about revisiting the moment Harley-Davidson helped invent the factory-custom cruiser.


With modern performance wrapped in unmistakably retro inspiration, the revival offers riders a chance to experience one of Harley’s most important ideas through a contemporary lens.



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