Used Harley-Davidson ELECTRA GLIDE for sale in London

This is the ELECTRA GLIDE model variant of the Harley-Davidson range, available to buy at Warr's King's Road.

This very original 1976 FLH Liberty edition Electra Glide Bicentennial features a 1200cc air-cooled Shovelhead Powertrain in all Alloy finish, Fresh in from Southern Texas where it spent most of it's US life, This one owner from new Glide features 4-speed gearbox, Original metal flake Black paint with Liberty Edition Eagle adornments, Solo leather pan sprung seat, Matching hard saddlebags, Chrome front and rear crash bars, Dual chrome exhaust, Chrome hydraulic telescopic fork front, Chrome rear dual shock suspension, Single-disc front and rear hydraulic brakes, Electric start. Not fitted but also includes Matching King Tour Pak trunk, Two up Buddy seat, Matching batwing fairing, High-rise windshield, Original sale documentation and Owners book, Recent Motor refresh and Service, Excellent castings, New period twin stripe Whitewall tyres, Original factory matching VIN branding and numbers, Superb true and authentic patina throughout that tells this bike's unique life story 50 years.

The Liberty Edition graphics were nearly psychedelic, and they reflected an optimistic and fun attitude under Chief of Design Willie G. Davidson. The 1976 FLH Bicentennial Liberty Edition featured a black paint scheme with large silver metal flakes, tricolor badges with “1976 Electra Glide,” colourful Factory issue Eagle stickers on the fuel tank and an enormous Eagle graphic nearly covering the full width of the batwing fairing. It’s a spectacular model, and this machine lived 90% of its life in the dry southern tip of Texas showing just 35,726 miles on the odometer is a wonderful representative of it's kind. It’s believed that only 750 Bicentennial FLHs were built, making this a very rare model. Includes original documentation, photos of long time owner with bike, owners book and even the original Bill of Sale from 1976. Good compression, motor refresh 5000 miles ago, Electric starter, Good sheet metal, Exceptional original paint and Decals, Keep it in it's Bicentennial guise or strip it back to a classic FLH silhouette and store the original pieces safely in the garage! A truly Unique opportunity.

More about the 1976 Liberty Edition;

In 1976, Harley-Davidson marked America’s 200th birthday with the release of the Liberty Edition—a special, limited-run series of motorcycles created to celebrate the U.S. Bicentennial. Although these models were mechanically identical to their standard production siblings, they stood out boldly with a patriotic visual treatment that included distinctive metal-flake paint, custom badges, and celebratory graphics. The Liberty Edition was Harley’s tribute to American freedom, delivered with chrome, color, and unmistakable flair.

Three models received the Liberty Edition makeover: the XL Sportster, FXE Super Glide, and the flagship FLH Electra Glide. Among them, the FLH was the crown jewel, thanks in large part to the large eagle emblem stretched dramatically across its batwing fairing—an icon that would go on to become a lasting part of Harley-Davidson’s visual identity. This majestic eagle, wings outstretched, was the work of artist Paul Smith, whose vision was to create something “all-American” that evoked the ideals of liberty and power. Smith’s design became a runaway success, both stylistically and culturally.

Visually, the Liberty Editions were unmistakable. The black metal-flake paint, laced with metallic flecks, shimmered in the light and varied dramatically between units. Because the paint application was not precisely standardized, the results ranged from subtle silver sheens to dazzling, glittering finishes. Some bikes appeared nearly chrome under direct sunlight, while others were much more subdued. This variability has only enhanced the mystique and collectibility of surviving examples.

Adding to the uniqueness, the FLH Electra Glides featured several elements exclusive to the bicentennial year, though not limited to the Liberty Edition itself. These included tri-color saddlebag reflectors—a red, white, and blue touch found on all 1976 FLHs. Liberty Editions, however, were further adorned with special tank emblems and TourPak badges, clearly marking them as commemorative machines.

Despite their visual differences, Liberty Editions were mechanically standard. The 1976 FLH Electra Glide, for example, still ran on the 1200cc Shovelhead V-Twin, paired with a 4-speed transmission and Harley’s classic foot clutch and hand shifter setup. Performance and handling were unchanged—but buyers weren’t chasing horsepower with this release. They were buying into a celebration of heritage and national pride.

Only a limited number of Liberty Editions were ever built. Harley-Davidson produced approximately 29,000 Big Twin motorcycles in 1976, but estimates suggest that just 850 FLH Electra Glides received the full Liberty Edition treatment. This scarcity, combined with the fragile nature of custom paint and decals, means that original-condition Liberty Editions are extremely rare today. Many were customized, repainted, or ridden hard over the decades, making untouched survivors highly desirable among collectors.

While it’s difficult to quantify the full commercial impact of the Liberty Edition campaign, the numbers from 1976 speak volumes. Harley-Davidson sold 47,700 V-Twin motorcycles that year—more than in any other single year during the AMF ownership era (1969–1981). It was a bright spot during a time of financial and organizational struggle, and the campaign seemed to tap into a powerful vein of patriotism.

Company records also show that the Liberty Edition inspired the creation of a new marketing slogan: “The Great American Freedom Machine.” That phrase, born in the bicentennial year, has endured in Harley-Davidson branding for decades, symbolizing not just motorcycles, but a uniquely American lifestyle of independence and rebellion.

The Liberty Edition even found fans among the famous. Elvis Presley, already a longtime Harley enthusiast, is believed to have purchased an FLH Liberty Edition in March 1976. Interestingly, Presley’s bike was fitted not with the signature eagle fairing but with a Liberator fairing, a more reserved styling option that somewhat contradicted the celebratory theme. Still, the King's choice further cemented the cultural cachet of the Liberty Edition.

To promote the series, Harley-Davidson released a film that leaned heavily into patriotic messaging. One narrator intoned: “A way to celebrate the real American tradition of liberty.” The voiceover reminded viewers that Harley-Davidson was “America’s only full-line motorcycle manufacturer—almost half as old as the country itself, and almost certainly dedicated to those same ideas of freedom.”

In retrospect, the Liberty Edition was more than a marketing gimmick—it was a snapshot of a moment in time, capturing America’s bicentennial spirit in steel, paint, and chrome. It helped define Harley’s modern identity and set a precedent for future limited-edition and commemorative models. And thanks to Paul Smith’s timeless eagle graphic and the shimmering unpredictability of that black metal-flake paint, the Liberty Edition remains one of Harley-Davidson’s most unique and celebrated styling ventures.

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Bicentennial Black, 1,200 cc, Manual 4 Speed, 1976 R Reg, 35,763 miles, ULEZ Compliant, Stock parts included, Rider Floorboards, Panniers, Original Sale Documentation, One owner, Nationwide Delivery Available for just £230, Landmark Model, Laced Wheels, In Stock, Historic, Engine guard, Was £19,995.00 Now £17,495.00 Save £2,500.00.

Used Harley-Davidson ELECTRA GLIDE

35,763 miles
1976 (R reg)
1,200cc

From £394.72 HP a month or ~~Was £19,995~~Save £2,500 £17,495

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Used Harley-Davidson ELECTRA GLIDE for sale in London