1967 Harley-Davidson FLH Shovelhead
“King of Sturgis” — Period Coney Island Custom
Few motorcycles capture the spirit of American custom culture quite like this 1967 Harley-Davidson FLH Shovelhead, a machine that blends factory touring heritage with the bold creativity of late-1960s and early-1970s show-bike styling. Known locally and throughout rally circles as the “King of Sturgis,” this motorcycle is impossible to ignore and unforgettable once seen.
This FLH began its life in Madison, Wisconsin, where it remained with its original owner for decades. Roughly ten years ago, the current caretaker acquired the machine and brought it west to Sturgis, South Dakota, where the bike has since become part of rally lore, drawing crowds and cameras everywhere it appears.
A True Period Coney Island Custom
This motorcycle represents what enthusiasts commonly call Coney Island styling, a custom movement popular in the late ’60s and early ’70s when builders pushed Harley touring machines into rolling art pieces meant to be seen as much as ridden.
This FLH proudly carries those hallmarks:
• Massive custom rear deck and luggage structure
• Extensive running lights and chrome accents
• Oversized, attention-grabbing exhaust system
• Molded body panels and custom trim work
• Metallic paint and detailed pinstriping
• Fringe accents and period custom touches throughout
• Touring fairing with custom instrumentation and audio setup
• Period-correct show-bike presence from every angle
The result is a motorcycle that feels like it rolled straight out of the golden era of custom touring builds, when individuality and spectacle ruled the boulevard.
Classic FLH Touring Foundation
Underneath the custom artistry remains Harley-Davidson’s legendary touring platform, making this both a conversation piece and a machine meant to be ridden and enjoyed.
1967 FLH Highlights:
• 74 cubic inch Shovelhead V-Twin
• Electric start touring model
• 4-speed transmission
• Large frame and touring suspension
• Classic FLH comfort and road presence
• Strong mechanical platform beneath the custom work
A Rolling Attraction
This motorcycle stops people in their tracks. Whether parked along the street, cruising Main Street in Sturgis, or rolling into a local bike night, crowds gather immediately. It embodies the spirit of an era when motorcycles were built to showcase personality and craftsmanship.
And that’s exactly why locals and rally-goers alike refer to it as the King of Sturgis — because nothing else quite competes for attention when this bike shows up.
Ideal For
• Collector of period custom motorcycles
• Rally and event display centerpiece
• Rider who wants a true conversation starter
• Museum or Americana collection
• Anyone wanting a motorcycle that guarantees smiles and stories
Summary
Authentic, storied, and unapologetically bold, this 1967 FLH stands as a surviving example of the custom motorcycle movement that helped shape American bike culture.
Machines like this are rarely duplicated today — and even more rarely available.
This machine has history and a story, it has been well loved and taken care of over its almost 60 years of existence and only has 12,500 miles original miles
Opportunities to own a custom with real rally history and personality like this don’t come around often.
