1980 Harley Davidson FXB Sturgis Motorcycle
VIN: 1H54539J0
Model: FXB Sturgis
Class: Classic (Factory)
Odometer Reading: 03,934.2
This 1980 Harley Davidson FXB Sturgis Motorcycle is a member of the Dennis Fode Collection of bikes selling NO RESERVE on July 12, 2025 at the 13th Annual Montana Classic Car Auction!
Dennis Fode, living in Anchorage, Alaska, was an avid motorcycle rider and collector. In addition to the 2-wheeled variety, Dennis was also known to find and bring home classic and collector Plymouths as well! As the original owner on many of these bikes, Dennis rode and enjoyed them over the years, many very sparingly. When father time began to gain on Dennis in the early 2000’s the bikes were parked and stored with the majority of them stored in climate controlled facilities, important for the Alaska climate. A few of the bikes even resided in his house!
Following Dennis’ passing, the bikes were brought out of their slumber in 2024 and 2025 and brought to Montana where he had family. The bikes were assessed, prepped and started to prepare them to present at auction. Please note: While the cold start videos indicate the running condition of the bikes, following long term storage they will need additional attention to optimize their mechanical and riding condition.
DESCRIPTIONS:
Paint: Factory, black and orange, Sturgis scheme, Harley-Davidson and AMF logos, very good condition overall
Frame and Suspension: Factory, black, front telescopic fork, very good condition
Tank: Factory, 4.1-gallon capacity, factory black paint with logos, very good condition
Engine: Factory, black, 1340 cc (aka “80 ci” specifically 81.58 ci) OHV V-twin, 2-cylinder, 4-stroke, air cooled, electric start, factory chrome dress up, specs 7.4:1 compression ratio, factory rated @ 67 hp, good operating condition
Transmission: Factory, 5-speed drive, belt drive, good operating condition
Wheels/Tires: Factory Dunlop tires, 3.75-19 front, 5.10-16 rear, fair condition, factory black aluminum spoked wheels with FXB Sturgis orange stripe, good to very good condition
Rear fender, Front fender: Factory, black, very good condition
Brakes: Factory, dual front disc, rear single disc, very good condition
Exhaust: Factory, chrome, dual straight pipes (aka “shot gun“), very good condition
Seat: Factory, black leather, factory, two-up, back rest for passenger, good condition.
Bars, Gauges, Controls: Factory bars, grips, factory speedo and tachometer, warning lights, factory controls, manual turn signals
Lamps, Other: Factory headlamp and front signals, factory tail lamps, rear signal lamps, operational and in very good condition, factory dual chrome mirrors, front and rear foot pegs
OVERALL CONDITION: Good to Very Good
Production Notes: The Special Edition Sturgis had short production run, aka “Sturgis 1340” n = 1,470 for 1980. It was the first HD to use the newly designed belt-drive.
Comments: Appears all original, low-mile, nice, clean bike, appears well-cared for.
Upon further inspection it has been discovered that the Connector to the Relay or the Relay itself needs attention. The front Hand Brake needs fluid as well.
The Vehicle has been consigned to the 13th Annual Montana Classic Car Auction, hosted by the Classic Car Auction Group. The auction is Saturday July 12th, 2025 at the Expo Center in Metra Park. To consign your car and/or to register to bid on this and other cars in the auction go to http://www.classiccarauction.us.
