As a fan of the classic FL bikes, I really like the HydroGlide ICON model, but there are a few things that you can do to make it look more like the actual 1956 FL. You've already done two of them: the white wall tires and the saddlebag crash bars. Almost every photo that I've see of the 1956 FL have those. The other two big things are to replace the stock M8 Heritage 10" mini-ape handlebars with a set of beach bars, and replace the tail light with the "tombstone" style from the M8 version of the Deluxe. If you can afford them, see if you can find a set of dual fishtail exhaust pipes. While the stock '56 FL only had a single head lamp and no turn signals, I believe that both the driving lights and the turn signals were factory options in the '50s. A lot of the photos of the '56 FL I've seen also show a front fender light. Harley doesn't offer one for the M8 Heritage, but there are few front fender trim options available from H-D. I'm also a short rider (5' 6") and have the same issues with toe shifting. I've had a heel shifter on my last two bikes (standard on my old '17 Heritage, added on my current '22 Heritage). Much easier to shift with the short legs.
This bike looks far better in person than the pictures H-D provided. I was afraid (given the pics on H-D's website) that the seat & saddlebags looked a little "Howdy Doody-ish". You know, very 50's plasticy looking, but seeing the bike in person at Steel City Harley, they did a good job. But sorry folks, this bike isn't nearly as good looking as my 1987 1/2 FLST-Special. The Blue & Creme original Heritage Softail. Shes rare.
Greetings, As always another brilliant detailed video production 🇺🇸🍾🎉🇺🇸 Thanks for the ride, and she looks amazing.(And you too) Keep producing more videos about the HD.
You are so kind. I’m a nurse and just learning how to produce videos for fun… it’s not easy putting these together. I am so appreciative of your words to me! Thank you
A set of left side/right side true duals would look GREAT on one of these! I'd also go full out and put white hand grips and round mirrors on it... And I'd have to put a set of Moon Eyes "Saturn" discs in the front wheel. I had a '57 FLHF for years and ended up selling it back in the early 2000s. This one sure reminds me of it!
Milliproblem with the EPA you won't be able to find any Real good pipes to make that kind of sound because SiR cancel all those out cause. A noise pollution animations so it sucks.
Wow Crystal what a beautiful bike congratulations
Thank you! It’s so pretty!!!
The white walls really complete the look
I think this is the best of the icons so far!
As a fan of the classic FL bikes, I really like the HydroGlide ICON model, but there are a few things that you can do to make it look more like the actual 1956 FL. You've already done two of them: the white wall tires and the saddlebag crash bars. Almost every photo that I've see of the 1956 FL have those. The other two big things are to replace the stock M8 Heritage 10" mini-ape handlebars with a set of beach bars, and replace the tail light with the "tombstone" style from the M8 version of the Deluxe. If you can afford them, see if you can find a set of dual fishtail exhaust pipes. While the stock '56 FL only had a single head lamp and no turn signals, I believe that both the driving lights and the turn signals were factory options in the '50s. A lot of the photos of the '56 FL I've seen also show a front fender light. Harley doesn't offer one for the M8 Heritage, but there are few front fender trim options available from H-D.
I'm also a short rider (5' 6") and have the same issues with toe shifting. I've had a heel shifter on my last two bikes (standard on my old '17 Heritage, added on my current '22 Heritage). Much easier to shift with the short legs.
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Thank you!! I will look up where you are from!! I listened to your band… awesome!! Plus I subscribed to your channel!
@@adventureswithcrystal Thanks sweetie😘
Love that bike. You made a wise decision. Enjoy!!!
I just couldn’t resist her…
Nice Bike, the whitewalls look great on that bike.
This bike looks far better in person than the pictures H-D provided. I was afraid (given the pics on H-D's website) that the seat & saddlebags looked a little "Howdy Doody-ish". You know, very 50's plasticy looking, but seeing the bike in person at Steel City Harley, they did a good job. But sorry folks, this bike isn't nearly as good looking as my 1987 1/2 FLST-Special. The Blue & Creme original Heritage Softail. Shes rare.
Lucky you!
Best new harley in recent times.
The white walls finish it!
Greetings,
As always another brilliant detailed video production 🇺🇸🍾🎉🇺🇸
Thanks for the ride, and she looks amazing.(And you too)
Keep producing more videos about the HD.
You are so kind. I’m a nurse and just learning how to produce videos for fun… it’s not easy putting these together. I am so appreciative of your words to me! Thank you
A set of left side/right side true duals would look GREAT on one of these!
I'd also go full out and put white hand grips and round mirrors on it...
And I'd have to put a set of Moon Eyes "Saturn" discs in the front wheel.
I had a '57 FLHF for years and ended up selling it back in the early 2000s.
This one sure reminds me of it!
I am 84 years old and a HD rider every day,,I would enjoy riding with you, you are cool
I’m going to start riding one of my Harley’s to work soon… it’s staying daylight longer
I like it.Whitewalls are a must.I'd do that and call it good.👍
I put the whitewalls on and a curved chrome rack to the back…
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Yes,that was great too.👌
I think that should come with white walls beautiful bike
I do, too… it just makes the bike pop
Crystal beautiful bike, congratulations 🎉🎉🎉🎉
Thank you… the seat and the bags are just beautiful!
Fantastic! Congratulations!
Thank you… it’s sweet! Needs loud pipes though
Nice bike!!!🎉
Thank you… it’s fun to ride
Motherwell chrome racks look great in heritages
That is what I put on her!!
Beautiful bike😊
Thank you!!
Where did you get those lever tassels? Love em!
I found them on Etsy… they were pretty long so I cut about 3 inches off. Great real leather.
Milliproblem with the EPA you won't be able to find any Real good pipes to make that kind of sound because SiR cancel all those out cause. A noise pollution animations so it sucks.
How fast is it?
I’m just breaking her in… all I can say is she is zippy!! 😀
That too much Chrome they call it TMC.
Too much scooter for me !