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You are purchasing a very highquality original style 1992 reprint of the 1943 tech manual for the harley davidson wla wwii military motorcycle. Free harley davidson motorcycle service manuals for download. Its appeal is timeless and its historical significance huge, which makes it a very popular choice for collectors. You are bidding on a harley davidson wl,wla,wlc this is a used item and may have marks from previous use, but overall is in a good conditioncourier postage is for uk mainland only. Everything in this book is also applicable to the wlc and wla models and to and extent servicars. Wlas produced after pearl harbor, regardless of the actual year, would be given serial numbers indicating 1942 production. How to find out what year a harley davidson motor is. Hidden within a harleys engine vin will be the year that engine was made. Motorcycle, solo harleydavidson model wla technical. Parts for your american motorcycle 45 flathead service. Harley davidson service manuals for download, free.
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You are purchasing a very highquality original style 1992 reprint of the 1943 tech manual for the harleydavidson wla wwii military motorcycle. The us army immediately ordered harleydavidson to equip its liaison officers and military police with the motorcycle hd wla, first called hd xe experimental. Questions like what is the value of my used car or used bike come to our mind when we decide to sell it off. Motorcycle parts for 1942 harleydavidson wla for sale ebay. The united states army was buying some harley motorcycles in 1940, a military version featuring the companys 45 cubic inch 740 cc engine and designated the wl model. See more ideas about harley davidson, vintage motorcycles and old motorcycles.
Its 45cubicinch engine was smaller than the companys existing 61 and 74cubicinch fhead vtwins, which then. This 1942 harley davidson wla is a classic american military motorcycle. The 1942 harley davidson wla motorcycle and harley davidson xa motorcycle were two models harley designed for the united states military during world war ii though rival indian also supplied motorcycles to the u. 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.
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As their part in the war effort, harley davidson produced 90,000 of the wla model motorcycle for the us army, plus derivatives for the canadian and other allied defense forces. The big book first came out in 1994 and was recently published as a second edition. Based on the civilian wl model, harleydavidsons wla a for army motorcycle was first produced in 1940. Oct 15, 2014 the harley davidson wla was produced to us army specifications during and around the second world war. Find out more book test ride request details value your. Find a harleydavidson motorcycle for sale motorcycles on. Thus, wartime machines would come to be known as 42wla s. In depth view into harleydavidson price to book value including historical data from 1986, charts, stats and industry comps. Harley wla tm9879 technical service repair manual book.
But the decade the engine was made will determine where the year is located. With the best range of second hand harleydavidson bikes across the uk, find the right. What is the value of a 1942 harley davidson wla answers. It was based on an existing civilian model, the wl, and is of the 45 solo type, so called due to its 45cubicinch 740 cm3 engine displacement and singlerider design. These options will be covered in upcoming editions. Sometimes wlas appear in motorcycle magazines, so a visit to the book shop from time to time is worth your time. Are you trying to find 1943 harleydavidson wla values. The us army would use motorcycles for police and escort work, courier duties, and some scouting, as well as limited. Dec 15, 2011 based on the civilian wl model, harleydavidsons wla a for army motorcycle was first produced in 1940. Choose your harleydavidson motorcycles to get the suggested retail or tradein value. Here you will find all the books, manuals and sparepartslists that 45 flathead.
Most photos taken august 26, 2007, in both the sunshine, and in the shade. The harleydavidson wla was produced to us army specifications during and around the second world war. Harley davidson honda yamaha polaris kawasaki suzuki canam bmw triumph ktm popular specs 2005 c50 boulevard 2006 flhx street glide 1986 yfm225s moto4 2004 trx450fe4 fourtrax foreman electric start 1999 sportsman 500 4x4 2006 cw11 4x2 2004 kingpin 2020 maverick x3 x rs turbo rr 2015 raider 800 4x4 2019 150 xcw. Original restored matching numbers wwii 1943 series iv military wla harleydavidson motorcycle for sale auction may end at any time, unannounced, without prior notice. Provider of parts for classic 45 wl, wla, wlc, wld, wr and servicar. There are many options that may affect the final value on harleydavidson motorcycles such as multispeed transmissions, clutch assembly, electronics,engine options, dual brakes, side cars, etc. Vintage there are 5 condition grades for harleydavidson. The harleydavidson wla is a harleydavidson motorcycle that was produced to us army specifications in the years during and around world war ii. The wla designation was, w indicating 45ci flathead, l signifying high compression, and a for army use. 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. While initially the company also produces copies for civilian buyers, demand became so strong from 1943 on that harleydavidson produced almost only units for allied military forces. Finding out what year a harley davidson engine was made can be important for a number of reasons. This book is chock full of color illustrations of the oiling system, transmission, clutch, wheel hubs, etc.
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Everything in this book is also applicable to the wlc and wl models and to and extent servicars. Harley davidson motorcycles wla for sale car and classic. I am completely unqualified to talk about the wla and 45s in general except to say i look at them and like them a lot. Up for sale is a 1942 harley davidson wla type iii restored, special motorcycle. Opinions on 42 harley wla antique motorcycle club of america. The harley davidson motorcycle company started selling bikes in 1904 and, by 1920, it had become the largest motorcycle company in the world.
The 1941 harleydavidson wla was produced in great numbers for the us. Harley davidson classic cars wla for sale car and classic. 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. Special 100th year anniversary edition windshield, color matched saddle bags and tour pack arizona bike since new. Motorcycle, solo harleydavidson model wla technical manual. 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 model wla was originally a military bike, used by the american army during world war ii and made available to the public after war ended. The military book lists all details of bikes supplied to the military between 1932 and 1952. Wlc was a close wla variant made for the canadian army. During the years 19401945, nearly all harleydavidson motorcycle production was for military use. The united states army was buying some harley motorcycles in 1940, a military version featuring the companys 45.
You are purchasing a very highquality original style reprint of the 30 october 1943 parts manual catalog or book for the harleydavidson wla wwii military motorcycle. Harley davidson 1942 wl 750 cc 2 cyl sv yesterdays. History of the harleydavidson wla motorcycle dday overlord. Vintage there are 5 condition grades for harley davidson.
In depth view into harley davidson price to book value including historical data from 1986, charts, stats and industry comps. Old fort harley davidson is stocked with the latest in harley parts and accessories, clothing and the largest used inventory in the area. In an article on the 70th anniversary of dday, june 6, 2014, about the primary american military motorcycle of the second world warthe harleydavidson wlai mentioned that the photographs and information were from a book i was writing about that well known but often misunderstood vehicle. In 1944, the us war department published this manual for troops ahead of entering the. The engine also comes with an installation book, so that there could be no problems with executing a changeover in a hurry. The third harley davidsons army model was xa, designed for desert use, but german army lost north africa before there was any need to use these motorcycles and only about units were manufactured. And with over 40 years of knowledge about motorcycle values and pricing, you can rely on kelley blue book. Prices listed in this webshop are subject to change without prior notice. This may have been in recognition of the use of the continued use of the same specification. Accessories included a luggage rack, ammo box, and leather rifle scabbard.
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