The 1998 Harley-Davidson FXDWG Wide Glide sits comfortably in the pantheon of Big Twins. This lineage stretches back to 1980. It’s not the latest tech. It’s a classic.
The Look of Low and Slow
You know it’s a Wide Glide by the stance. The front end dominates. A tall 21-inch spoked wheel pushes out between forks that are raked back. That rake gives it that aggressive, forward-leaning look. But the rider? They sit back.
The chassis leans long and lean because of the forward-mounted foot controls. You stretch out. The handlebars? They’re “ape hangers.” High up. Far back. This combination forces your arms up and your feet forward. It’s a laid-back posture. It’s designed to feel like you’re floating. It looks like a chopper. It rides like a cruiser. It’s the best of both worlds.
The Ride and the Look
The saddle isn’t just a seat. It’s a deep step. That shape does two things. It keeps you comfortable. It keeps the passenger comfortable. This matters because the bike doesn’t stop often. The 5.2-gallon Fat Bob tank holds a massive amount of fuel. You can roll the Wide Glide a long way before hunting for a gas pump. Fewer stops means more riding.
This specific build is a collector’s piece. It wears the winged tank emblem. The paint job is Midnight Red and Champagne Pearl. It’s one of the special 95th anniversary models. Harley-Davidson doesn’t make these every year. You notice the details when you stand next to it.
