However, dubbed 883 xwl warboy, the machine is, in fact. Motorcycle parts for 1943 harleydavidson wla for sale ebay. Harley nos 19421943 wlc 1942 up wla rear stand catch. It was based on an existing civilian model, the wl, and is. See more ideas about harley davidson, harley davidson wla and motorcycle. Its 45cubicinch engine was smaller than the companys existing 61 and 74cubicinch fhead vtwins, which then became known as big twins. Join millions of people using oodle to find unique used motorcycles, used roadbikes, used dirt bikes, scooters, and mopeds for sale. Bike has only 7000 kims on it and is a joy to ride. Motorcycle, chain drive, solo harley davidson model 42wla ordnance supply catalog g523 dated 15 september 1944. Get the best deals on motorcycle parts for 1943 harleydavidson wla when. Harley davidson 1943 wlc 750cc 2 cyl sv 2801 yesterdays. 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. This is a 1943 harley davidson w classic motorcycle in pittsburgh pa posted on oodle classifieds. Latest free advert search classic cars classic bikes magazine log in register.
The low compression 45 cubic inch wla military flathead engine was designed for durability rather than performance. The harleydavidson combination straightening and aligning table service dept. Get the best deals on motorcycle parts for harleydavidson ulh when you shop the largest online selection at. Explore harleydavidson motorcycles for sale as well. 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. Trying out the chest mount for the gopro, sorry for the bad sound.
Have not located another one since i have owned it so it is probably a sole survivor. A short ride with my harley davidson wlc 1943 youtube. Harleydavidson wla and harley wlc military motorcycles. The low compression 45 cubic inch wla military flathead engine. However, dubbed 883 xwl warboy, the machine is, in fact, based on a. Etatsunis 1 dollar 2019 liberty times square ruthenium colorized 1oz argent. Nov 22, 2010 recently a french company, milwaukee belle has launched a custombuilt replica of the militaryspec 1942 harley wl liberator. Just a short ride around the area where i livein sweden on my harley davidson wlc 1943. Harley davidson produced approximately 18,000 of the wlc s which were similar in appearance to the wlas, but had many differences including a left hand throttle. Check out this beautifully restored 1943 harley davidson wlc us army motorbike by riestore ltd. Harley davidson motorcycles wlc 1943 for sale car and classic.
Army but also sold to other world war ii alliesthe soviet union was sold over 30,000 wlas during ww2. In all, over 11,000 knuckleheads were sold in 1947, which made up over half of harleydavidsons total sales of 20,000. Harleydavidson values and pricing youre looking for and with over 40 years of knowledge about motorcycle values and pricing, you can rely on kelley blue book. Get free shipping, 4% cashback and 10% off select brands with a gold club membership, plus free everyday. Harley davidson 1943 wlc 750 cc 2 cyl sv yesterdays. New listing harley davidson racing 19341986 book xlr cr crs crtt krtt xr motorcyclenew. Are you trying to find 1943 harleydavidson wlc values. Book depository books with free delivery worldwide. Harley davidson wlc for sale may 2020 all classifieds.
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The hagerty motorcycle valuation tool is designed to help you learn how to value your 1943. 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. Heres some close up pictures of the 1943 wlc flathead engine and exhaust system. Harley davidson wla liberators were built fro the us army during the periods 19401945 and 19491952. You want to buy a classic harleydavidson wl motorcycle. Harley davidson wlc harley davidson antique includes beehive tail light.
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 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 1944 or earlier harley davidson classic motorcycles for sale on oodle classifieds. Harleydavidson produced approximately 18,000 of the wlcs which were similar in appearance to the wlas, but had many differences including a left hand throttle. Although the wla was designed for noncombat use, it was nicknamed the liberator as it could often be seen leading the convoys that liberated much of europe.
In 2008, harleydavidson stopped disclosing the average age of riders. Harleydavidson wla was a military motorcycle produced for the u. Skyway blue 19411947 cruiser green 19411942 and 1946 flight red 19401948 brilliant black police silver 1942 civil defence grey 19421946 from a 1945 sample. Motorcycle parts for harleydavidson ulh for sale ebay. Harley wla for sale in uk 30 secondhand harley wlas. Harley davidson liberator wlc 1943 750 cc fantastische motor voor veel rijplezier. When civilian production resumed in 1946, sales of the e and f series boomed still the same base, sports and sidecar models. Recently a french company, milwaukee belle has launched a custombuilt replica of the militaryspec 1942 harley wl liberator. 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. Harleydavidsons first flathead vtwin appeared in 1929 as the model d. In all, over 11,000 knuckleheads were sold in 1947, which made up over half of. Trying out the chest mount for the gopro, sorry for. Selling because i bought it for my wife and she has lost interest.
Harley davidson wla 1942 harley 45 for sale byford, wa. According to a recent harleydavidson study, in 1987 half of all harley riders were under age 35. 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. 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. It is about 80 % restored and in great running condition. Jun 16, 2016 just a short ride around the area where i livein sweden on my harley davidson wlc 1943. The inlet and exhaust ports have been cleaned up and flowed. The engine has harley kh cams and angle ground rollers in the tappets, the. This 1943 harley davidson wlc was converted to civilian spec in alaska many years ago, and is in excellent running and riding condition.
After the war, soldiers had little money but could afford a surplus wla and so the wlas lead to the rise of the american. Big and brawny, loud and proud, harleydavidson is america on two wheels. Its 45cubicinch engine was smaller than thecompanys existing 61 and 74cubicinch fhead vtwins, which then became known as big twins. Harley davidson motorcycles wlc 1943 for sale car and. Join millions of people using oodle to find unique used motorcycles, used roadbikes, used dirt bikes, scooters, and. This 1943 harleydavidson wlc was converted to civilian spec in alaska many years ago, and is in excellent running and riding condition. This is a 1943 harleydavidson w classic motorcycle in pittsburgh pa posted on oodle classifieds. 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. Harley davidson by advert type for sale 178 for sale by auction 7. It was one of two major american motorcycle manufacturers to survive the. 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. You want to buy a classic harley davidson wl motorcycle.
Aug 21, 2012 harley davidson wla was a military motorcycle produced for the u. Jul 14, 2016 harley davidson wla 1942 harley 45 for sale byford, wa, australia. Great for a beginner or someone of a smaller stature. New listing harley davidson racing 19341986 book xlr cr. Every nook and cranny is clean and ready to ride, and the. Now, only 15 percent of harley buyers are under 35, and as of 2005, the median age had risen to 46.
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