Old yeller harley hd motorcycles, antique motorcycles, american motorcycles, harley. Windshield for harley davidson touring softail dyna sportster vrxse road glide fits. This 1942 harley davidson wla is a classic american military motorcycle. Link your active subscription or subscribe for instant access. Your comments on the harleydavidson motorcycle values shown are. 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. Motorcyclesatvsutility due to custom features such as chrome, paint, engine modifications, and market conditions, some. Explore harley davidson motorcycles for sale as well.
Original restored matching numbers wwii 1943 series iv military wla harley davidson motorcycle for sale auction may end at any time, unannounced, without prior notice. Harley davidson wla, wlc,g,flathead 45ci speedometer dash pannel switch set,used for sale online. Nickel flanders triple clamp harley offset springers 1946 1948 knuckle ul. Harley davidson wlc for sale may 2020 all classifieds. Every nook and cranny is clean and ready to ride, and the machine includes the sidecar, which makes a fantasticlooking outfit, covered in. Wlas were used extensively by us troops for messenger and military police duties and thousands were supplied to other countries thru lend lease agreements. The low compression 45 cubic inch wla military flathead engine was designed for durability rather than performance. Hd wlc 04 harley davidson motorcycles army models 194243 wlc, solo only the department of national defense. Most photos taken august 26, 2007, in both the sunshine, and in the shade. Harley built about 90,000 wla and wlc models during world war ii.
Harley 45 flathead text and pictures by mark trotta. On december 7, 1941, the japanese attacked the us military base at pearl harbor and the united states entered the war. Harley davidson wla liberators were built fro the us army during the periods 19401945 and 19491952. Harleydavidson wla and harley wlc military motorcycles. See such popular models like harley davidson softail, harley davidson sportster, harley davidson vrsc, harley davidson dyna, and more. Harleydavidson prices, harleydavidson values and book values. Jul 14, 2016 harley davidson wla 1942 harley 45 for sale byford, wa, australia. The harley davidson wla is a harley davidson motorcycle that was produced to us army specifications in the years during and around world war ii. Reproduced military 45 wla service repair manual harley flathead sidevalve book fits.
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. Im selling a 1942 harley davidson wla it is in very good condition for its age,it does have matching numbers on the cases,from what i can tell the tins are oem not repop i purchased it from a guy in massachusetts in 2015 to add to my collection sadly ive decided to part with this one it does not come with a title as in massachusetts they do not issue titles on any thing pre 1972 but it. Harley nos 19421943 wlc 1942 up wla rear stand catch. Harley davidson 1943 wlc 750cc 2 cyl sv yesterdays. Harley davidson motorcycle data book revised 19401979 482 pgs new. National challenge coin in your pocket, on your bike or off, is a meaningful way to show your pride of harley davidson ownershipwhile also paying tribute to those who serve. Trying out the chest mount for the gopro, sorry for the bad sound. Download it once and read it on your kindle device, pc, phones or tablets. Get the best deals on motorcycle parts for 1943 harleydavidson wlc when you shop the largest online selection at.
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. By filling in the form below, your question will appear below the manual of the harley davidson wla 1943. Perhaps the users of can help you answer your question. Harley davidson by advert type for sale 178 for sale by auction 7. Wwii 19421945 book operation mchd1 service harley wlc canadian manual repair harley wlc. Genuine original harley davidson 40s sidecar fender. Harley davidson 1943 wlc 750 cc 2 cyl sv yesterdays. Big and brawny, loud and proud, harleydavidson is america on two wheels. Great for a beginner or someone of a smaller stature. The later entry of the united states into world war ii saw significantly increased production, with over 90,000 being. Harley davidson 1943 wlc 750cc 2 cyl sv 2801 yesterdays. This harley davidson wlc was purchased by the previous owners grandfather at a military dispersal sale in 194647 and has been kept in storage ever since. Vintage parts catalogue 2012 by lyndon fraser issuu. The harleydavidson wla is a harleydavidson motorcycle that was produced to us army.
Harleydavidson wlc for sale in united kingdom there are 1 harleydavidson wlc for sale today. Harley davidson xg750 street motorcycle with matte black denim paint and a screaming eagle exhaust and second stage tune from harley. Register login home bikes for sale blog spares store pictures sounds videos forum whats on links contact. Get the best deals on motorcycle parts for 1943 harleydavidson wla when you shop the largest online selection at. The military book lists all details of bikes supplied to the military between 1932 and 1952. Motorcycle, chain drive, solo harley davidson model 42wla ordnance supply catalog g523 dated 15 september 1944. As you use this price guide for pre1920 harleydavidson motorcycles, please keep in mind that some values indicated are based on the limited pricing data available. 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. The following parts fit a 1942 harleydavidson wlc edit.
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. Army but also sold to other world war ii alliesthe soviet union was sold over 30,000 wlas during ww2. Harleydavidson was introduced to the world in 1903 in milwakee, wisconsin and would become one of. Bike has only 7000 kims on it and is a joy to ride. Harley davidson motorcycles wlc 1943 for sale car and classic. It is filled with interesting information on how to restore vintage harley davidson motorcycles. Heres some close up pictures of the 1943 wlc flathead engine and exhaust system. Selling because i bought it for my wife and she has lost interest. Aug 25, 2015 test drive of the, harley davidson wlc from 1943 with precision sidecar. 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. To see ads from the march, 2020 issue, you must be a subscriber to hemmings motor news.
Harley davidson wla 1942 harley 45 for sale byford, wa. Find 1942 harley davidson motorcycles for sale on oodle classifieds. Its 45cubicinch engine was smaller than thecompanys existing 61 and 74cubicinch fhead vtwins, which then became known as big twins. Motorcycle parts for 1943 harleydavidson wlc for sale ebay. Harley davidson motorcycles wlc 1943 for sale car and. Trying out the chest mount for the gopro, sorry for. Latest free advert search classic cars classic bikes magazine log in register. Aug 21, 2012 harley davidson wla was a military motorcycle produced for the u.
See more ideas about harley davidson, harley davidson wla and motorcycle. Harley davidson classic cars wlc for sale car and classic. Harley nos 1942 1943 wlc 1942 up wla rear stand catch. Harleydavidsons first flathead vtwin appeared in 1929 as the model d. Find a honda, yamaha, triumph, kawasaki motorbike, chopper or cruiser for sale near you and honk others off.
Please practice handwashing and social distancing, and check out our resources for adapting to these times. Most wlcs were produced in 1943, and are marked 43wlc. Find 1940 to 1945 harley davidson motorcycles for sale on oodle classifieds. This 1943 harley davidson wlc was converted to civilian spec in alaska many years ago, and is in excellent running and riding condition.
Compatible for motorcycles bmw triumph ural harley davidson honda. The us army immediately ordered harley davidson to equip its liaison officers and military police with. Most all of the canadianversion wls were produced in 1943. The harleydavidson wla is a harley davidson motorcycle that was produced to us army specifications in the years during and around world war ii. Many thanks to bruno for sending us these pictures of his very nice 1943 harley davidson wlc. Join millions of people using oodle to find unique used motorcycles, used roadbikes, used dirt bikes, scooters, and mopeds for sale. 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. A short ride with my harley davidson wlc 1943 youtube. Founded in 1903, harleydavidson is an american motorcycle manufacturer that specializes in heavyweight motorcycles designed for highway cruising. Harley wla wlc spare parts catalog manual book wwii 19421945 snl g523. The inlet and exhaust ports have been cleaned up and flowed. Home pictures a to z h harley davidson 1943 harley davidson wlc. Harley davidson flathead 45 sidecar mounting bracket w wl wla wlc wld. Ask a question about the harley davidson wla 1943 have a question about the harley davidson wla 1943 but cannot find the answer in the user manual.
Harley davidson wlc for sale in united kingdom there are 1 harley davidson wlc for sale today. Harley wla for sale in uk 32 secondhand harley wlas. Harley davidson flhtc 2000 engine motor 28,473 kms lot61 61c4422. Harley davidson by advert type for sale 178 for sale by auction 7 wanted 3 harley davidson by price other 17 1943 harley davidson wlc. History of the harleydavidson wla motorcycle dday overlord. I take it that you are talking about all the pictures in mr. Harley sidecar for sale shop motorcycle parts for sale. For sale 1943 wlc model 45 cubic inch flathead drivetrain in an early oem harley davidson servi car frame details oem matching belly numbers on cases oem vin pad with nice clean numbers top end was done on the motor which included fresh hone on the cylinders, new pistons, new rings, valve job bottom end was flushed out and cleaned and new gaskets installed in everything motor has great. These prices will be updated as more data is collected. Harley davidson wla, wlc flathead 45ci military connecting rod bushing tool nos for sale online. The machine passed to the previous owner in 2003 and is reported to have been run on private property since then but has never been. Book depository books with free delivery worldwide. After the war, soldiers had little money but could afford a surplus wla and so the wlas lead to the rise of the american.
Harley wlc canadian operation service repair manual book wwii 19421945 mchd1. This bike is a 3 speed race bike that has a rebuilt linkert carb and easily hits 9095 mileshour. My liberator harleydavidson 42wla31854 dod early 1943. Jun 16, 2016 just a short ride around the area where i livein sweden on my harley davidson wlc 1943. The big book first came out in 1994 and was recently published as a second edition. Motorcycle parts for 1942 harleydavidson wlc for sale ebay. Harley davidson wlc 1943 with precision sidecar youtube. Its 45cubicinch engine was smaller than the companys existing 61 and 74cubicinch fhead vtwins, which then became known as big twins.
Just a short ride around the area where i livein sweden on my harley davidson wlc 1943. Noted for distinct styling and exhaust sound, harley davison has established itself as a worldrenowned brand and is a major influential source of the modern chopper. The motor company also built bikes for the canadian army, although to slightly different specifications. Harley davidson wlc 750cc 1942 ex world war two bike. Hand build in switzerland by psvintage from original harley parts to look like a wrtt race harley. Motorcycle parts for 1943 harleydavidson wla for sale ebay.
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