Read my book the dakota hunter for the amazing stories and 250 unique pictures. Harleydavidson xr1200 motorcycle on two continents. Harleydavidson motorcycle data book revised 19401979 482 pgs new. Harley davidson s first flathead vtwin appeared in 1929 as the model d. Most wlcs were produced in 1943, and are marked 43wlc. Get the best deals on motorcycle parts for 1943 harleydavidson wlc when you shop the largest online selection at. Government placed orders with harleydavidson for a stout military motorcycle, and the 45 cubic inch sidevalve vtwin wl model was selected. It is filled with interesting information on how to restore vintage harley davidson motorcycles. Harley davidson forks set of original 19361948 big twin forks, used but in great coindition. The harleydavidson part numbers are for reference only. Books 500 to 503 have photos, later books have exploded views. It was first published in 1998 and sold out quickly. The basic books for every wla enthusiast are bruce palmers restoration guides.
Enthusiast magazine inquired about the june 1943 issue. Hap jones racing team in 1946 at bayshore speedway san francisco ca. See more ideas about harley davidson, harley, harley davidson wla. Nice picture of one early production domestic wlc 1943. Everything in this book is also applicable to the wlc and wla models and to and extent servicars. Harley 45 flathead wlc spare parts list book tjsmotorcycles. 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 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. My liberator harleydavidson 42wla31854 dod early 1943.
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. Beadblasted and primed, has light pitting, but minimal wear in all holes. Harley wla, 45 and similar rear brake linkage bellcrank. Harley davidson 1943 wlc 750 cc 2 cyl sv yesterdays. 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. The harleydavidson wla is a harley davidson motorcycle that was produced to us army specifications in the years during and around world war ii. Book how to restore your harley davidson bruce palmer. Pictured with the black one from my wla for comparison, you are purchasing the one in grey primer only. Harley davidson xg750 street motorcycle with matte black denim paint and a screaming eagle exhaust and second stage tune from harley. Harley nos 1942 1943 wlc 1942 up wla rear stand catch. Harley davidson wla 1942 harley 45 for sale byford, wa.
Original restored matching numbers wwii 1943 series iv military wla harleydavidson motorcycle for sale auction may end at any time, unannounced, without prior notice. History of the harleydavidson wla motorcycle dday overlord. Nickel plated, accurately reproduced nuts and nipples fit the following. 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. Most photos taken august 26, 2007, in both the sunshine, and in the shade. Great for a beginner or someone of a smaller stature. Harley enthusiasts began arriving in milwaukee today for a fourday celebration of the manufacturers 100th anniversary, which begins august 28. Harleydavidson began producing the wla in small numbers in 1940, as part of a general military expansion.
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. Harley wla tm9879 technical service repair manual book. Other parts were either natural finish, bright nickel plated or painted in different colors olive. 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. Find a honda, yamaha, triumph, kawasaki motorbike, chopper or cruiser for sale near you and honk others off. Motorcycle parts for 1943 harleydavidson wla for sale ebay.
Jul 14, 2016 harley davidson wla 1942 harley 45 for sale byford, wa, australia. The wlcs were built by the harley davidson motor company for the c anadian army during the years 19421943. How to restore your military harley davidson motorcycle vol 2. The feature photo shows a stunning 1944 harley davidson model ua with sidecar. Reproduced military 45 wla service repair manual harley flathead sidevalve book fits. Wla parts 45 restoration company 45 restoration company. Get the best deals on motorcycle parts for 1943 harleydavidson wla when you shop the largest online selection at. Eagle cam bearings, nickelplated pistons with proprietary skirt coating. Harley davidson classic cars wl for sale car and classic. Please practice handwashing and social distancing, and check out our resources for adapting to these times. Motorcycle parts for harleydavidson wla for sale ebay. Harleydavidson wla, a 45 ci side valve vtwin powered motorcycle became a. The big book first came out in 1994 and was recently published as a second edition. Or if you want more, you can admission on your computer or page 23.
Postwwii surplus harleys, cheap transports for willy and. This 1942 harley davidson wla is a classic american military motorcycle. Vintage antique motorcycle reproduction parts and wire harnesses for the restoration of harley, indian, henderson, excelsior, bsa and harley hummer parts, harley. Tan genuine leather 1943 style harley saddlebags for ww2 military wla wlc ea ua. Vintage reproduction motorcycle parts, wiring harnesses. This stunning bike was found and restored by riestore a uk based military and classic vehicle restoration company. Essential information for restoring your harley davidson. Brian immel, of portland, oregon, works on his 1943 harley. Part 3577a is the pipe, oil pump feed introduced in. Black generator alternator 12 volt 17 amp conversion kit 320371 harley ironhead fits. 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. Wlas were used extensively by us troops for messenger and military police duties and thousands were supplied to other countries thru lend lease agreements. Harley ww2 caution tag for 1943 45 solo wlc canadian sku.
Harley wla wlc m72 side car complete and ready to fit with no need for welding. Any experts out there or does anyone know of someone who is into these bikes. Bike has only 7000 kims on it and is a joy to ride. Harley davidson 1943 wlc 750cc 2 cyl sv 2801 yesterdays. More than 88,000 examples would be built between 194145 with spares for an additional 30,000 bikes produced. Its 45cubicinch engine was smaller than thecompanys existing 61 and 74cubicinch fhead vtwins, which then became known as big twins. Harley davidson motorcycle data book revised 19401979 482 pgs new. Harley davidson 1943 wlc hd flathead sidevalve harley davidson wla flathead engine sound flathead motorcycles are a type of bike that was a. Share photos and videos, send messages and get updates. Postwwii surplus harleys, cheap transports for willy and the poor boys.
Imagine a 70 year old bike needless to say it needs a resto. Brian immel, of portland, oregon, works on his 1943 harley davidson wlc motorcycle at a campground august 27, 2003 near milwaukee, wisconsin. This was part370242m since it was designed or approved in 1942. Harley davidson classic cars wlc for sale car and classic. The americans, but also the canadians as wlc, the british and even the soviets are equipped with this harley davidson. Just like the us a rmy wla model, the wlc had a 45 cubic inch engine with low compression for durability in the field. Motorcycle parts for 1943 harleydavidson wlc for sale ebay. Its 45cubicinch engine was smaller than the companys existing 61 and 74cubicinch fhead vtwins, which then became known as big twins. Connect with friends, family and other people you know. The harley davidson combination straightening and aligning table service dept. The bike has been kept in pristine storage, the living room, since.
With the second world war well under way and with the american entry into the hostilities at the end of 1941, the u. Big and brawny, loud and proud, harley davidson is america on two wheels. 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. Part 370240m is mudguard,complete,front as used on the 42wla until approximately42wla53000 when the second pattern mudguard was introduced. The bike has done less than 100 miles since it was built. Book depository books with free delivery worldwide. The harleydavidson wla is a harleydavidson motorcycle that was produced to us army. The following parts fit a 1943 harleydavidson wlc edit. 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.
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