cool! I jjust bought an FXR, ran the VIN number and turned out to be an FXRT. Im in the process of restoring it. I got the RT fairing,saddle bags, and correct front fender. Its all stripped now, gona get the frame powder coated and inspect the engine internally
@jonnymac89255 жыл бұрын
My uncle bought a 1992 FXR brand new in 1991. He still has it to this day and it is his favorite bike out of the 5 he currently has. That bike is what made me love Harleys from a very early age. Someday it will be mine when he can't ride anymore, but until then I will have to ride my 2018 HD Sportster Forty Eight! I will be getting a new Fatbob next year, and that will make the garage look awesome someday. A sporty 48, a new fatbob and a 1992 FXR? Don't mind if I do!
@scootinflh4 жыл бұрын
Bought an FXRP from old man Laidaw back in the day, still riding that scoot to this day. FXR or DIE!!!!!!
@garytakala5028 Жыл бұрын
Thanks for the review. I came across a nice 92 and I'm thinking of adding it to the garage. I'm 70 so a 92 doesn't seem that old.🤣
@larryfisher92608 жыл бұрын
The FXR frame was an Erik Beull design. Much less so an "HD" design. And yes, arguably the best frame HD ever produced. Sad to see it gone.
@Friscorockhead8 жыл бұрын
Erik Buell was a consultant on the FXR team. He has repeatedly been quoted as saying his role in the program has been highly overstated. He did not design the frame. HD had already built the frame when they called him in to help iron out some problems they were having with it. Regardless, the FXRs were some of the best offerings HD has ever made. The Dyna was a huge step backwards in performance but it had to be done for financial reasons.
@nicholaskarlsen15505 жыл бұрын
Erik Buell worked for Harley Davidson at the time. It was a Harley Davidson designed frame, and Erik was one of the many engineers who were part of the Harley Davidson team.
@SebSar-ef4zj4 жыл бұрын
@@Friscorockhead Whoever or whichever engineering team designed the FXR frame did a hell of a job. FXR frame is not built to a budget price , that's one reason why they are sure & proper frames, specially when an Evolution engine is the power plant.
@barryblack55623 жыл бұрын
What a dissapointing test ride considering the talk of handling and various statements that have been made about the new harleys handling and comparison raves I've heard from this fella. It was like she dropped her pants then asked me to go buy some milk. But nice bike
@stlchuckhd Жыл бұрын
Love the FXR! I still have and ride my 94 FXR! Thank you 🇺🇸
@fredroberto65 жыл бұрын
First bike was a 1990 Harley FXRS Sport bought in 2005 with only 4700 miles on it. Liked it so much I bought a 1991 FXRS Convertible for my wife as an upgrade to her Sportster. Eventually traded in the 1990 FXR on a Electra Glide and still kicking myself but I do still have the Convertible in pristine condition. Awesome handling bike.
@johnnymulford3294 жыл бұрын
Awesome video and spectacular bike, I just got my hands on a 92 FXRS with and S&S 112 w/Baker 5 speed and love it.
@tomhirons32618 жыл бұрын
just got one here in uk 1991 10.000 miles and original its lovely thx for vid
@bern12288 жыл бұрын
Glad to see this and in such great condition. I have a 1990 fxr lowrider that is waiting for my wallet to fatten up. I plan to customize it with the condition the frame stays intact. Otherwise its a frankenstien bike that's gone through a couple of owners who worked on with beer cans, spit and more than a few choice words. Who knows what left that's original. My local dealer assured me just last week that its not too old for them to work on it. Yay!
@club1loner8067 жыл бұрын
bern1228 same bike same situation lol . just waiting on the pocket to fill out. Then empty and repeat . lol but all worth while.
@RayfordRaySiegel5 жыл бұрын
"Feed my Frankenstein!"
@edwardweiszbeck16495 жыл бұрын
👍 Yes Matt I vote that you continue doing these older Harley reviews and bike highlights.
@isaachuerta4 жыл бұрын
Amazing Condition, thanks for sharing!!
@RayfordRaySiegel5 жыл бұрын
I've never owned one, but I've got FXR Fever, now. I've been seeing and loving the fairings (not the little ones). I want one on my Sporty. I love the sound and bars that this bike has. I reminds me of riding my Uncle's Yamaha 850 Special that had the same style bars. That may have been my first time to ride a bike. I can't remember for sure, but I think it was before I actually learned to ride, which was at 13. It was so long ago. They have such style, unlike a lot of the bars that new bikes have. Who would have thought that a stock exhaust could sound so good?
@SebSar-ef4zj4 жыл бұрын
'Have you got FXR yet ? I've had mine for 28 years and Still going great. I never get bored with it. I think it looks better and more appealing as time goes by, I guess because modern bikes are more like science fiction projects rather than nostalgic motorcycles .
@2hotFL8 жыл бұрын
They say you are never sorry about the things you didn't buy... well I almost bought a brand new FXR Convertible back in 1990. I decided it was too much money at the time, but I've been sorry ever since. Great video even though it brings up a sore subject!
@MattLaidlaw8 жыл бұрын
Haha sorry to resurface bad feelings my man. You wouldn't believe the number of times I have heard people say they regret selling their old Harleys. "If I still had my Shovel it would be worth a fortune now" Haha Happy Riding.
@geraldwest34287 жыл бұрын
Beautiful bike, I would love to own one! Still doing research and I'm certain the FXR will be the bike I locate and purchase. Thanks for a well made video!
@bluebeard61893 жыл бұрын
FXR was discontinued because it's slumping sales. People didn't like the frame or the rubber mounted motor, as well as the limited transmission options. They wanted something more traditional apparently they didn't care about handling. They can be purchased for incredibly cheap in the early 90s. I bought my first FXR in 99, and to this day it is the best Harley I ever bought
@onlyhereonce72908 жыл бұрын
I see you have put a lot of work on the introduction of your video. Nice work. I personally would shorten it a few seconds as it appears to take quite a while before the actual video starts. But that's just me. Once the filming starts it does look polished and well thought out though. Now, the FXR is without a doubt a special Harley. With the tachometer in a perfect position. As well as a fuel gauge for an Evo Engine Harley. If I remember correctly very few models came with a gas gauge below the top tier ElectraGlide model. Very nice. And talk about clean. Near perfect in every way. You did a good job of walking around the bike and letting us see key parts of interest. Like the near New finish mag wheels. And glossy paint. Myself I'm looking for an OEM 1995 or perhaps a few years older analog Odometer equipped gauge for my 1997 flstf. As I want to replace the digital odometer with analog if I can find a way. Yet Another very good video Mr.Laidlaw. Keep them coming. tcrs
@MattLaidlaw8 жыл бұрын
Thank you, and thanks for the feedback. Yea, I should probably shorten the intro a little. People will get sick of watching the whole thing. I might change it. Thanks for the added information as well.
@Aprojeep6 жыл бұрын
Yes....more classic bikes please
@Moonrakerd7 жыл бұрын
would be cool to see an opinion of the modern harley owner on the 90s fl's and softails, how much did they change over the last 20 years
@MattLaidlaw7 жыл бұрын
I kinda have a video like that in the works. Thanks for the suggestion
@Matt-bd2or4 жыл бұрын
I have a 92' fxr, I'd love to upgrade, but just cant seem to part with it, it's not mint, but my chrome dash is speedometer and gas cap, now that style is getting rare.
@derrickhillier11734 жыл бұрын
Thanks for doing this review Matt.How do you find the pegs for leg room when shifting?
@e34m514 жыл бұрын
I have an 86 same color but gold pin stripe . Jesse James Maltese cross wheels , baker 6 speed n Ceriani front , Olins rear , pretty quick ...
@Idahoshepherds8344011 ай бұрын
Please make more videos like these
@Osdorfer18 жыл бұрын
Keep hearing about the FXR frames being among the best, but has technology on new bikes not advanced to match or better the FXR frame? What's comparable these days? Really enjoy watching your vids, thanks!
@electricritual41978 жыл бұрын
The FXR frame had to be handmade and they wanted to cut costs. With today's technology maybe they can bring it back at a lower cost.
@Osdorfer18 жыл бұрын
Thorson Runes thanks!
@mopar217 жыл бұрын
Just curious what does a bike lile this retail for?
@nikolaiownz6 жыл бұрын
New softail it miles ahead of the fxr. The fxr is lighter but not better
@tb-yz1ti Жыл бұрын
I got one in 1993 fxrsp In Black even better but my brother got a 1992 in red nice but not black we still have them today there even better now and out of our cold dead hands
@FXRBlue3 жыл бұрын
Love it!
@robertmacdonald2735 Жыл бұрын
What made the FXR frame more expensive to build?
@MattLaidlaw Жыл бұрын
More parts and wielding. More labor.
@gghostrrider8 жыл бұрын
Why is it called a convertible ? Is that the common name for the FXRS? I hear about FXRs but I don't know what the model is, it a Super Glide?
@MattLaidlaw8 жыл бұрын
Convertible because the bags come off. This bike doesn't have any bags on it. The FXRs aren't Dynas. They have their own unique frame.
@nikolaiownz6 жыл бұрын
Fxr is a super glide aswell. Not Only dynas
@rmtwofiftyzmann4 жыл бұрын
@@nikolaiownz correct
@chrisberg208310 ай бұрын
@@MattLaidlawconvertible also had dual disc brakes up front and 2 over frontend gauges on the bars like Sport Models
@Osdorfer18 жыл бұрын
How much was it going for?
@newgunguy41767 жыл бұрын
What's the modern day equivalent to an FXR?
@MattLaidlaw7 жыл бұрын
NewGunGuy A Dyna. Like a street bob or a low rider.
@newgunguy41767 жыл бұрын
+Matt Laidlaw Thanks, man. Will you be doing a video on why so many people consider the FXR to be the best HD bike ever made and why they may or may not be right? Maybe talk about why there may be newer, better options or not. I'm new to bikes and wanna know everything I need to know before I start spending money trying out different bikes. Thanks again.
@vernegibb77495 жыл бұрын
Yes more
@opforr78 жыл бұрын
interesting handle bar position
@MattLaidlaw8 жыл бұрын
Yea, it's O.G. style. Stock position though
@alexdiersen7 жыл бұрын
I have 1987 xlh sportster stock with mini apes. When I told my friends they didnt believe me until i took a picture and showed them. I dont know when they stopped doing that stock but i always enjoyed it.
@richardhurtz26174 жыл бұрын
That would be FXRS-CONV
@mopar217 жыл бұрын
$?
@MattLaidlaw7 жыл бұрын
+Zach are you asking what it's worth? FXRs go for top dollar.
@hamitcampos49897 жыл бұрын
Hell to the yeah. This is the sound 1 totally thinks when 1 thinks Harly. Like this 1992 bike. Totally a manlie man's bike. They don't sound like this no more.
@mopar217 жыл бұрын
Hamit Campos obviously have never heard a tuned FXDLS with a 2 into 1. Much respect for FXR, but I'd eat him up with my 110.
@hamitcampos49897 жыл бұрын
Yeah I haven't I guess it's real cool.
@roberthodges16505 жыл бұрын
Harley Bring back the FXR and club it out .
@velvetkilla99118 жыл бұрын
Funny thing hd dealerships don't like to talk about fxr there they know they f$&@ up.
@MattLaidlaw8 жыл бұрын
Darrell Jones what do you mean?
@josephbourdeau73168 жыл бұрын
Those are some gawd awful bars.
@TimFREAKMODE7 жыл бұрын
Joseph Bourdeau they are epicly comfortable and great position for handling.
@humpsandbumps39765 жыл бұрын
Must be into tall ridiculous t-bars? Cheap t-sport fairings? Am I right?
@RayfordRaySiegel5 жыл бұрын
No. Those are great looking bars. I would be excited, riding that bike for the bars, alone.