This model nameplate entered Harley-Davidson’s lineup in 1993, when the Wide Glide returned as part of the new Dyna family. It carried forward the long-running Wide Glide identity in a modern chassis and quickly became one of the more distinctive Dyna cruisers, known for its stretched stance and custom-inspired factory look. Harley-Davidson’s own history materials note that the Dyna family ran from 1991 to 2017, and that the Wide Glide joined the family in 1993. The model also appeared in special anniversary form, including a 100th Anniversary edition for 2003 and a 105th Anniversary edition for 2008. The nameplate was not continuous throughout the late 2000s: Harley-Davidson’s catalog listings show FXDWG applications through 2008, then again from 2010 through 2017, indicating a gap in the 2009 model year. The model’s second run ended with the retirement of the Dyna family in 2017, after which the Dyna nameplates were carried over into Harley-Davidson’s updated Softail lineup in other forms. For enthusiasts, the FXDWG stands out as one of the clearest expressions of Harley-Davidson’s factory-custom style within the Dyna era, and its anniversary variants mark notable milestone years in the brand’s history.
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