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. 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. Jul 14, 2016 harley davidson wla 1942 harley 45 for sale byford, wa, australia. Harley davidson 1943 wlc 750cc 2 cyl sv yesterdays. Author photos norton 16 h motorcycle, canadian war museum, ottawa, ontario. The big book first came out in 1994 and was recently published as a second edition. The chart was compiled from information in bruce palmers books, and a few. During the first half of the 20th century, the motorcycle was a common means of. See more ideas about harley davidson, harley, harley davidson wla. 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.
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. Harley davidson 1943 wlc 750 cc 2 cyl sv yesterdays. It was first published in 1998 and sold out quickly. Harley davidson flhtcu1 evo 2003 engine fuel inject 88 cube oem lot66 66c4859. Parts for your american motorcycle 45 flathead service. Government placed orders with harleydavidson for a stout military motorcycle, and the 45 cubic inch sidevalve vtwin wl model was selected. Throughout its history, harleydavidson has been using a combination of letters to.
Harley nos 1942 1943 wlc 1942 up wla rear stand catch. Specialty is in making the aftermarket and rebuilt to a motorcycle engine, make posh factory rehabilitate old iron lightly harleydavidson wla 1942 alerts to be hot. Harleydavidson custom in florida for sale used motorcycles. Find 1946 harley davidson motorcycles for sale on oodle classifieds. New listing harleydavidson racing 19341986 book xlr cr crs crtt krtt xr motorcyclenew. Wrecked repairable harley davidson motorcycle for sale. 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 fseries knucklehead, 1941 1948, v2cyl. Harleydavidson motorcycle data book revised 19401979 482 pgs new. Get the best deals on motorcycle parts for 1943 harleydavidson wla when. May 10, 2015 1967 shelby gt500 barn find and appraisal that buyer uses to pay widow price revealed duration. Nickels mints wwii s years 3 war 1942 1945 62 all 4 all p 1943 d silver 35 1944 62 war. The harleydavidson combination straightening and aligning table service dept. Get the best deals on motorcycle parts for 1943 harleydavidson wlc when you shop the largest online selection at.
Be sure to check our fuel and oil line kits including the correct woven fuel and oil lines for wlc models, wiring harnesses, and other electrical products for 19151984 harleydavidson motorcycles. Here you will find all the books, manuals and sparepartslists that 45 flathead. After the war, soldiers had little money but could afford a surplus wla and so the wlas lead to the rise of the american. Check out this beautifully restored 1943 harley davidson wlc us army motorbike by riestore ltd.
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. Harleydavidson wla and harley wlc military motorcycles. Jun 16, 2016 just a short ride around the area where i livein sweden on my harley davidson wlc 1943. 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. Big and brawny, loud and proud, harleydavidson is america on two wheels. 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. This 1943 harley davidson wlc was converted to civilian spec in alaska many years ago, and is in excellent running and riding condition. 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.
New listing harley davidson racing 19341986 book xlr cr crs crtt krtt xr motorcyclenew. Harley davidson xg750 street motorcycle with matte black denim paint and a screaming eagle exhaust and second stage tune from harley. It is filled with interesting information on how to restore vintage harleydavidson motorcycles. Harley davidson motorcycles wlc 1943 for sale car and classic. Harley wlc canadian operation service repair manual book wwii 19421945 mchd1. Every nook and cranny is clean and ready to ride, and the machine includes the sidecar, which makes a fantasticlooking outfit, covered in. Luggage rack with saddle bag carrier, rectangular air cleaner, steel spool type. Its 45cubicinch engine was smaller than thecompanys existing 61 and 74cubicinch fhead vtwins, which then became known as big twins.
The harleydavidson wla is a harleydavidson motorcycle that was produced to us army. Please practice handwashing and social distancing, and check out our resources for adapting to these times. Harley davidson wla, wlc,g,flathead 45ci speedometer dash pannel switch set,used. Harley davidson wla 1942 harley 45 for sale byford, wa.
Motorcycle parts for harleydavidson wlc for sale ebay. Heres some close up pictures of the 1943 wlc flathead engine and exhaust system. Many thanks to bruno for sending us these pictures of his very nice 1943 harley davidson wlc. Harley davidson fseries knucklehead, 1941 1948, v2cyl. The harleydavidson wla is a harleydavidson motorcycle that was produced to us army specifications in the years during and around world war ii. This 1942 harley davidson wla is a classic american military motorcycle. You want to buy a classic harleydavidson wl motorcycle. Incredible attention to detail, restored, reconditioned and refurbished to a timeless specification. It was one of two major american motorcycle manufacturers to survive the great depression, along with indian. Harley speedometer for sale shop motorcycle parts for sale. 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. Trying out the chest mount for the gopro, sorry for the bad sound. The 39wla as it is shown in us army technical manual tm10 1510 the. Motorcycle, chain drive, solo harley davidson model 42wla ordnance supply catalog g523 dated 15 september 1944.
Harley davidson wla liberators were built fro the us army during the periods 19401945 and 19491952. Aug 21, 2012 harley davidson wla was a military motorcycle produced for the u. A short ride with my harley davidson wlc 1943 youtube. A fully restored 1943 harley davidson wlc from a a complete original bike found in holland one of only 9,000 ever made. Harleydavidson tank emblem and paint colors for 1940. The company has survived numerous ownership arrangements, subsidiary arrangements, periods of poor economic health and product quality, and intense global competition. The later entry of the united states into world war ii saw significantly increased production, with over 90,000 being. Harleydavidsons first flathead vtwin appeared in 1929 as the model d. This club is for all harley davidson bikes owners around the world and grows extremely quick, reaching more than 90,000 members in just six years. Great for a beginner or someone of a smaller stature.
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The low compression 45 cubic inch wla military flathead engine was designed for durability rather than performance. Ohv, 73,73 cu in 1208cc, 4speed, 4648 built to the end of 1945. Harley davidson wla,wlc,g,flathead 45ci speedometer dash pannel switch set,used. This stunning bike was found and restored by riestore a uk based military and classic vehicle restoration company. Harley davidson 1943 wlc sold for sale car and classic. The allnew street rod motorcycle is built to take you to the edge. 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. Army but also sold to other world war ii alliesthe soviet union was sold over 30,000 wlas during ww2. Supplier of aftermarket 45 parts for your classic harleydavidson and also bigtwins. The military book lists all details of bikes supplied to the military between 1932 and 1952. Most wlcs were produced in 1943, and are marked 43wlc. Register login home bikes for sale blog spares store pictures sounds videos forum whats on links contact. The inlet and exhaust ports have been cleaned up and flowed. Skyway blue 19411947 cruiser green 19411942 and 1946 flight red 19401948 brilliant black police silver 1942 civil defence grey 19421946 from a 1945 sample.
Harleydavidson wla was a military motorcycle produced for the u. Very nice 2004 harley davidson sportster 1200 custom with many new upgrades. Harley 1943 wlc rear fender black out marker lamp light wwii 505143. 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. Motorcycle parts for 1943 harleydavidson wlc for sale ebay. This 1943 harleydavidson wlc was converted to civilian spec in alaska many years ago, and is in excellent running and riding condition. The following parts fit a 1943 harleydavidson wlc edit. Bike has only 7000 kims on it and is a joy to ride. 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.
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