1992 FXR Harley-Davidson Test Ride and History

[@salo1808]

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

[@jonnymac8925]

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!

[@scootinflh]

Bought an FXRP from old man Laidaw back in the day, still riding that scoot to this day. FXR or DIE!!!!!!

[@garytakala5028]

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.🤣

[@larryfisher9260]

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.

[@Friscorockhead]

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.

[@nicholaskarlsen1550]

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-ef4zj]

@@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.

[@barryblack5562]

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]

Love the FXR! I still have and ride my 94 FXR! Thank you 🇺🇸

[@fredroberto6]

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.

[@johnnymulford329]

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.

[@tomhirons3261]

just got one here in uk 1991 10.000 miles and original its lovely thx for vid

[@bern1228]

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!

[@club1loner806]

bern1228 same bike same situation lol . just waiting on the pocket to fill out. Then empty and repeat . lol but all worth while.

[@RayfordRaySiegel]

"Feed my Frankenstein!"

[@edwardweiszbeck1649]

👍 Yes Matt I vote that you continue doing these older Harley reviews and bike highlights.

[@isaachuerta]

Amazing Condition, thanks for sharing!!

[@RayfordRaySiegel]

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-ef4zj]

'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 .

[@2hotFL]

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!

[@MattLaidlaw]

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.

[@geraldwest3428]

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!

[@bluebeard6189]

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

[@onlyhereonce7290]

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

[@MattLaidlaw]

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.

[@Aprojeep]

Yes....more classic bikes please

[@Moonrakerd]

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

[@MattLaidlaw]

I kinda have a video like that in the works. Thanks for the suggestion

[@Matt-bd2or]

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.

[@derrickhillier1173]

Thanks for doing this review Matt.How do you find the pegs for leg room when shifting?

[@e34m51]

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 ...

[@Idahoshepherds83440]

Please make more videos like these

[@Osdorfer1]

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!

[@electricritual4197]

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.

[@Osdorfer1]

Thorson Runes thanks!

[@mopar21]

Just curious what does a bike lile this retail for?

[@nikolaiownz]

New softail it miles ahead of the fxr. The fxr is lighter but not better

[@tb-yz1ti]

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

[@FXRBlue]

Love it!

[@robertmacdonald2735]

What made the FXR frame more expensive to build?

[@MattLaidlaw]

More parts and wielding. More labor.

[@gghostrrider]

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?

[@MattLaidlaw]

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.

[@nikolaiownz]

Fxr is a super glide aswell. Not Only dynas

[@rmtwofiftyzmann]

@@nikolaiownz correct

[@chrisberg2083]

​@@MattLaidlawconvertible also had dual disc brakes up front and 2 over frontend gauges on the bars like Sport Models

[@Osdorfer1]

How much was it going for?

[@newgunguy4176]

What's the modern day equivalent to an FXR?

[@MattLaidlaw]

NewGunGuy A Dyna. Like a street bob or a low rider.

[@newgunguy4176]

+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.

[@vernegibb7749]

Yes more

[@opforr7]

interesting handle bar position

[@MattLaidlaw]

Yea, it's O.G. style. Stock position though

[@alexdiersen]

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.

[@richardhurtz2617]

That would be FXRS-CONV

[@mopar21]

$?

[@MattLaidlaw]

+Zach are you asking what it's worth? FXRs go for top dollar.

[@hamitcampos4989]

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.

[@mopar21]

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.

[@hamitcampos4989]

Yeah I haven't I guess it's real cool.

[@roberthodges1650]

Harley Bring back the FXR and club it out .

[@velvetkilla9911]

Funny thing hd dealerships don't like to talk about fxr there they know they f$&@ up.

[@MattLaidlaw]

Darrell Jones what do you mean?

[@josephbourdeau7316]

Those are some gawd awful bars.

[@TimFREAKMODE]

Joseph Bourdeau they are epicly comfortable and great position for handling.

[@humpsandbumps3976]

Must be into tall ridiculous t-bars? Cheap t-sport fairings? Am I right?

[@RayfordRaySiegel]

No. Those are great looking bars. I would be excited, riding that bike for the bars, alone.

[@larry68hd11]

Ugliest bike harley ever made