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Jul 14, 2016 harley davidson wla 1942 harley 45 for sale byford, wa, australia. This stunning bike was found and restored by riestore a uk based military and classic vehicle restoration company. Harley davidson forks set of original 19361948 big twin forks, used but in great coindition. Harley davidson xg750 street motorcycle with matte black denim paint and a screaming eagle exhaust and second stage tune from harley. Read my book the dakota hunter for the amazing stories and 250 unique pictures. Harleydavidson xr1200 motorcycle on two continents. Postwwii surplus harleys, cheap transports for willy and. Harley ww2 caution tag for 1943 45 solo wlc canadian sku. Part 370240m is mudguard,complete,front as used on the 42wla until approximately42wla53000 when the second pattern mudguard was introduced. Tan genuine leather 1943 style harley saddlebags for ww2 military wla wlc ea ua. Harley davidson 1943 wlc hd flathead sidevalve harley davidson wla flathead engine sound flathead motorcycles are a type of bike that was a. Enthusiast magazine inquired about the june 1943 issue.

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Share photos and videos, send messages and get updates. This 1942 harley davidson wla is a classic american military motorcycle. My liberator harleydavidson 42wla31854 dod early 1943. Books 500 to 503 have photos, later books have exploded views. The military book lists all details of bikes supplied to the military between 1932 and 1952. Get the best deal for motorcycle parts for harley davidson wla from the largest online selection at. The big book first came out in 1994 and was recently published as a second edition. Motorcycle parts for 1943 harleydavidson wlc for sale ebay.

Harley wla wlc m72 side car complete and ready to fit with no need for welding. The harleydavidson wla is a harleydavidson motorcycle that was produced to us army. Harley davidson wla 1942 harley 45 for sale byford, wa. Harley davidson classic cars wl for sale car and classic. The later entry of the united states into world war ii saw significantly increased production, with over 90,000 being produced during the war along with spare parts the equivalent of many more. Harley davidson motorcycle data book revised 19401979 482 pgs new. Harley davidson s first flathead vtwin appeared in 1929 as the model d. The harleydavidson wla is a harley davidson motorcycle that was produced to us army specifications in the years during and around world war ii. Wla parts 45 restoration company 45 restoration company. It is filled with interesting information on how to restore vintage harley davidson motorcycles. In 1945, at the end of the second world war, nearly 60,000 copies of the harley davidson wla were built and production continued for a few years. It was based on an existing civilian model, the wl, and is of the 45 solo type, so called due to its 45 cubic inches 740 cc engine and singlerider design. How to restore your military harley davidson motorcycle vol 2.

Its 45cubicinch engine was smaller than thecompanys existing 61 and 74cubicinch fhead vtwins, which then became known as big twins. More than 88,000 examples would be built between 194145 with spares for an additional 30,000 bikes produced. The harley davidson combination straightening and aligning table service dept. Or if you want more, you can admission on your computer or page 23. The following parts fit a 1943 harleydavidson wlc edit. Its 45cubicinch engine was smaller than the companys existing 61 and 74cubicinch fhead vtwins, which then became known as big twins. Reproduced military 45 wla service repair manual harley flathead sidevalve book fits. The wlcs were built by the harley davidson motor company for the c anadian army during the years 19421943. Motorcycle parts for 1943 harleydavidson wla for sale ebay. Government placed orders with harleydavidson for a stout military motorcycle, and the 45 cubic inch sidevalve vtwin wl model was selected. Harley wla tm9879 technical service repair manual book.

Great for a beginner or someone of a smaller stature. Original restored matching numbers wwii 1943 series iv military wla harleydavidson motorcycle for sale auction may end at any time, unannounced, without prior notice. Black generator alternator 12 volt 17 amp conversion kit 320371 harley ironhead fits. Essential information for restoring your harley davidson. Book depository books with free delivery worldwide. Brian immel, of portland, oregon, works on his 1943 harley. Find a honda, yamaha, triumph, kawasaki motorbike, chopper or cruiser for sale near you and honk others off. Hap jones racing team in 1946 at bayshore speedway san francisco ca. Harley 45 flathead wlc spare parts list book tjsmotorcycles. This was part370242m since it was designed or approved in 1942. Get the best deals on motorcycle parts for 1943 harleydavidson wlc when you shop the largest online selection at. 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. Nice picture of one early production domestic wlc 1943.

History of the harleydavidson wla motorcycle dday overlord. Most photos taken august 26, 2007, in both the sunshine, and in the shade. Please practice handwashing and social distancing, and check out our resources for adapting to these times. It was first published in 1998 and sold out quickly. Big and brawny, loud and proud, harley davidson is america on two wheels. Harley davidson classic cars wlc for sale car and classic. Vintage reproduction motorcycle parts, wiring harnesses. Get the best deals on motorcycle parts for 1943 harleydavidson wla when you shop the largest online selection at. Beadblasted and primed, has light pitting, but minimal wear in all holes. Imagine a 70 year old bike needless to say it needs a resto. 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. Pictured with the black one from my wla for comparison, you are purchasing the one in grey primer only. Connect with friends, family and other people you know. Harley wla tm9879 technical service repair manual book wwii 19421945 ebay you are purchasing a very highquality original style 1992 reprint of the 1943 tech manual for the harley davidson wla wwii military motorcycle.

Harleydavidson wla, a 45 ci side valve vtwin powered motorcycle became a. Most wlcs were produced in 1943, and are marked 43wlc. Postwwii surplus harleys, cheap transports for willy and the poor boys. Harleydavidson began producing the wla in small numbers in 1940, as part of a general military expansion. Just like the us a rmy wla model, the wlc had a 45 cubic inch engine with low compression for durability in the field. Harley davidson 1943 wlc 750cc 2 cyl sv 2801 yesterdays. The americans, but also the canadians as wlc, the british and even the soviets are equipped with this harley davidson. Eagle cam bearings, nickelplated pistons with proprietary skirt coating.

Harley enthusiasts began arriving in milwaukee today for a fourday celebration of the manufacturers 100th anniversary, which begins august 28. Part 3577a is the pipe, oil pump feed introduced in. Harley nos 1942 1943 wlc 1942 up wla rear stand catch. The bike has been kept in pristine storage, the living room, since. Brian immel, of portland, oregon, works on his 1943 harley davidson wlc motorcycle at a campground august 27, 2003 near milwaukee, wisconsin. Vintage antique motorcycle reproduction parts and wire harnesses for the restoration of harley, indian, henderson, excelsior, bsa and harley hummer parts, harley. Five years in preparation, how to restore your harley davidson is the biggest and best book ever written on restoring harley davidson motorcycles, an encycopedia telling you what parts are correct and whats not. Bike has only 7000 kims on it and is a joy to ride. Book how to restore your harley davidson bruce palmer.

The feature photo shows a stunning 1944 harley davidson model ua with sidecar. Harleydavidson motorcycle data book revised 19401979 482 pgs new. The harleydavidson part numbers are for reference only. A harley davidson 42wla on display at the australian war memorial in canberra, australia the wla is a model of harley davidson motorcycle that was produced to us army specifications in the years during and around world war ii. With the second world war well under way and with the american entry into the hostilities at the end of 1941, the u. Wlas were used extensively by us troops for messenger and military police duties and thousands were supplied to other countries thru lend lease agreements. Everything in this book is also applicable to the wlc and wla models and to and extent servicars. 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.