Harley changed handlebar controls in 1996, IIRC. Not a deal breaker, as the older ones can be converted. I believe that was also the year they moved away from the handlebar air reservoir for the anti-dive. 1993 the EVO became a top breather, IIRC. 1994 was the introductory year for the Road King. 1993 was the last year for the FLHS - Electraglide Sport (I own one).

I'd be looking for a 98, as it was the last year for the EVO in the touring bikes (my son's 99 E-glide Standard is a twincam). But anything after 93 (when The MoCo moved the battery under the seat and went to the oil pan), is also an option.

Lot's of parts available in the aftermarket. Some parts are still available at the dealerships.

Good hunting!

 

In 1996 fuel injection became an option on touring bikes but carburetor was still available/common. Harley distinguished this by adding the letter I to the end of the rest of the model letter designation.

Most people consider mid 90's to be sweet years for an Evo but in reality you can't go wrong with any year with the exception of what some consider the 1984 1/2 due to transitioning from shovel to Evo with some leftover components carrying over which makes it a little more confusing on getting the right part.

Early Evo's had crappy carburetors as well as the problematic compliance fitting. Little things like that improved with later Evo's but again, swapping out a carburetor is easy.

There really isn't anything complicated with any Evo and you don't have to deal with the complexities of a canbus electrical system or unnecessary engine components.

Personally, I'd hate to have to mess with the air suspension. I think if I was going to buy a second bike as a project bike, I would look for an early 90's Sportster. They are even easier to work on than a big twin Evo. Maybe that's because I used to have one when I was younger and nostalgia is clouding my judgment.

 

It's not worth keeping, especially when riding two up and easy to replace!

 

Agreed.

 

The frame for the 1995, 1996 RK's were changed in 1997. This 2 year frame production run limits the amount of things that are available. Seats, sissybars, racks, side bags, top boxes, engine guard bars may be limited. Just so you know...

 

1996 still have the handlebar air reservoir. Everything else is spot on.

 

That being said, I guess the Hunt is open B-) I take it the 98s get the winning ticket due to parts availability.

allthough the roadkings were a succes at the time, very few seem to have survived around here. Allmost looking at importing one from Holland or germany but thats a real pita.

Does anyone have an idea what year the metalic green or silver & blue tins were produced?

 

Friends 96 is a green two tone. He clams its original

WP

 

my 98 ultra was majestic green and black

 

Road Kings are cool. Me I'd like to find a nice Electra Glide Sport, the predecessor of the Road King. Mike