Harley davidson 1943 wlc 750 cc 2 cyl sv yesterdays. This 1942 harley davidson wla is a classic american military motorcycle. Harley davidson wla 1942 harley 45 for sale byford, wa. Most wlcs were produced in 1943, and are marked 43wlc. The company has survived numerous ownership arrangements, subsidiary arrangements, periods of poor economic health and product quality, and intense global competition. May 10, 2015 1967 shelby gt500 barn find and appraisal that buyer uses to pay widow price revealed duration. This club is for all harleydavidson bikes owners around the world and grows extremely quick, reaching more than 90,000 members in just six years. Harleydavidson tank emblem and paint colors for 1940. The chart was compiled from information in bruce palmers books, and a few. Skyway blue 19411947 cruiser green 19411942 and 1946 flight red 19401948 brilliant black police silver 1942 civil defence grey 19421946 from a 1945 sample.
Here you will find all the books, manuals and sparepartslists that 45 flathead. Every nook and cranny is clean and ready to ride, and the machine includes the sidecar, which makes a fantasticlooking outfit, covered in. A fully restored 1943 harley davidson wlc from a a complete original bike found in holland one of only 9,000 ever made. The allnew street rod motorcycle is built to take you to the edge. Since the wlc was based on the wla which was already being delivered to the us army, harleydavidson only changed the last letter to indicate a variation on an existing model. Government placed orders with harleydavidson for a stout military motorcycle, and the 45 cubic inch sidevalve vtwin wl model was selected. The later entry of the united states into world war ii saw significantly increased production, with over 90,000 being. Harley davidson 1943 wlc sold for sale car and classic. Harleydavidson wla and harley wlc military motorcycles. Policaro harleydavidson one owner, low kms 2018 harleydavidson street rod if youre going to hit it, hit it hard. The low compression 45 cubic inch wla military flathead engine was designed for durability rather than performance. Many thanks to bruno for sending us these pictures of his very nice 1943 harley davidson wlc.
Please practice handwashing and social distancing, and check out our resources for adapting to these times. During the first half of the 20th century, the motorcycle was a common means of. This stunning bike was found and restored by riestore a uk based military and classic vehicle restoration company. This is a very well detailed piece which functions like an original which are near impossible to find. This 1943 harleydavidson wlc was converted to civilian spec in alaska many years ago, and is in excellent running and riding condition. Author photos norton 16 h motorcycle, canadian war museum, ottawa, ontario. It was based on an existing civilian model, the wl, and is of the 45 solo type, so called due to its 45cubicinch 740 cm 3 engine displacement and singlerider design.
Harley davidson motorcycles wlc 1943 for sale car and. The big book first came out in 1994 and was recently published as a second edition. New high output revolution x 750 engine with a blackedout finish, the high output revolution x engine features a dual throttle body, cylinder heads, enhanced intake ports. Restoration works include a carb rebuild, new valves, engine media blasted, tinware sand blasted, high quality primers, original patterned fire stone tyres, wheels replaced with parkerised spokes and new wiring loom all in. Harleydavidson custom in florida for sale used motorcycles. Incredible attention to detail, restored, reconditioned and refurbished to a timeless specification. Restoration works include a carb rebuild, new valves, engine media blasted, tinware sand blasted, high quality primers, original patterned fire stone tyres, wheels replaced with parkerised spokes and new wiring loom all in all a totally refurbished 100 point restoration. The engine has harley kh cams and angle ground rollers in the tappets, the valves have been relieved to the kh pattern and the heads milled to about 6.
Provider of parts for classic 45 wl, wla, wlc, wld, wr and servicar. Harleydavidson fseries knucklehead, 1941 1948, v2cyl. Wwii 19421945 book operation mchd1 service harley wlc canadian manual repair harley wlc. The hagerty motorcycle valuation tool is designed to help you learn how to value your 1943 harleydavidson wlc and assess the current state of the classic motorcycle market. Jun 16, 2016 just a short ride around the area where i livein sweden on my harley davidson wlc 1943.
Harley wla wlc spare parts catalog manual book wwii 19421945 snl g523. Harley davidson 1943 wlc 750cc 2 cyl sv yesterdays. Ohv, 73,73 cu in 1208cc, 4speed, 4648 built to the end of 1945. Wrecked repairable harley davidson motorcycle for sale. Harley davidson wla, wlc,g,flathead 45ci speedometer dash pannel switch set,used.
Find gold and silver bars, coins, bullion, and more. It was first published in 1998 and sold out quickly. It was based on an existing civilian model, the wl, and is of the 45 solo type, so called due to its 45cubicinch 740 cm 3. Its 45cubicinch engine was smaller than thecompanys existing 61 and 74cubicinch fhead vtwins, which then became known as big twins. A short ride with my harley davidson wlc 1943 youtube. After the war, soldiers had little money but could afford a surplus wla and so the wlas lead to the rise of the american. New listing harley davidson racing 19341986 book xlr cr crs crtt krtt xr motorcyclenew.
Harley davidson by advert type for sale 178 for sale by auction 7 wanted 3 harley davidson by price other 17 book depository books with free delivery worldwide. It is filled with interesting information on how to restore vintage harleydavidson motorcycles. Heres some close up pictures of the 1943 wlc flathead engine and exhaust system. Harleydavidsons first flathead vtwin appeared in 1929 as the model d. Harley davidson wla,wlc,g,flathead 45ci speedometer dash pannel switch set,used. The 39wla as it is shown in us army technical manual tm10 1510 the. The harleydavidson wla is a harleydavidson motorcycle that was produced to us army. The w shows that the motorcycle is equipped with a 45 cubic inch, side valve engine, introduced in 1937 and first used on the model w bikes. The basic books for every wla enthusiast are bruce palmers restoration guides the big book first came out in 1994 and was recently published as a second edition. Every nook and cranny is clean and ready to ride, and the machine includes the sidecar, which makes a fantasticlooking outfit, covered in rare aftermarket parts and two sirens. Harleydavidson motorcycle data book revised 19401979 482 pgs new. Harley wlc canadian operation service repair manual book wwii 19421945 mchd1. History of the 19411945 harleydavidson wla xa with the second world war well under way and with the american entry into the hostilities at the end of 1941, the u. Jul 14, 2016 harley davidson wla 1942 harley 45 for sale byford, wa, australia.
The following parts fit a 1943 harleydavidson wlc edit. You want to buy a classic harley davidson wl motorcycle. Check out this beautifully restored 1943 harley davidson wlc us army motorbike by riestore ltd. Harley nos 19421943 wlc 1942 up wla rear stand catch. Harley 1943 wlc rear fender black out marker lamp light wwii 505143. In july 1943, the canadian mt user committee recommended that. Motorcycle parts for harleydavidson wlc for sale ebay. Nickels mints wwii s years 3 war 1942 1945 62 all 4 all p 1943 d silver 35 1944 62 war. Very nice 2004 harley davidson sportster 1200 custom with many new upgrades. Great for a beginner or someone of a smaller stature. Harrys favourite charity, he would sell his book the dispatch rider at every. Harley original 1943 wlc front marker light 490143.
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Throughout its history, harleydavidson has been using a combination of letters to. Big and brawny, loud and proud, harleydavidson is america on two wheels. Harley davidson xg750 street motorcycle with matte black denim paint and a screaming eagle exhaust and second stage tune from harley. Just a short ride around the area where i livein sweden on my harley davidson wlc 1943. Motorcycle, chain drive, solo harley davidson model 42wla ordnance supply catalog g523 dated 15 september 1944. Motorcycle parts for 1943 harleydavidson wlc for sale ebay. It was one of two major american motorcycle manufacturers to survive the great depression, along with indian. Get the best deals on motorcycle parts for harleydavidson wlc when you shop the largest online selection at. Harley nos 1942 1943 wlc 1942 up wla rear stand catch. Harley davidson motorcycles wlc 1943 for sale car and classic. See more ideas about harley davidson, harley, harley davidson wla. The military book lists all details of bikes supplied to the military between 1932 and 1952. Since the wlc was based on the wla which was already being delivered to the us army, harley davidson only changed the last letter to indicate a variation on an existing model. Supplier of aftermarket 45 parts for your classic harleydavidson and also bigtwins.