The inlet and exhaust ports have been cleaned up and flowed. Jun 16, 2016 just a short ride around the area where i livein sweden on my harley davidson wlc 1943. Mar 23, 2012 one of my uncles, served in the second world war as a messenger for the canadian allies and his responsibility was to travel to the different front lines as a messenger riding a harley davidson 1943 flathead, one of only 100 that were a special order for harley davidson to build for the canadian navy. However, dubbed 883 xwl warboy, the machine is, in fact, based on a. Trying out the chest mount for the gopro, sorry for the bad sound. 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. 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. Motorcycle, chain drive, solo harley davidson model 42wla ordnance supply catalog g523 dated 15 september 1944. Jan 02, 2020 harley davidson type wlc 1942 motorcycle, ca 1943. Harley davidson u, v, vl, wla flatheads public group. Another model was made for the canadians, called the wlc.
This bike does run and just had a brand new battery installed. The hagerty motorcycle valuation tool is designed to help you learn how to value your 1942 harleydavidson wlc and assess the current state of the classic motorcycle market. Harley davidson classic cars wlc for sale car and classic. Harley davidson xg750 street motorcycle with matte black denim paint and a screaming eagle exhaust and second stage tune from harley. The bike has done less than 100 miles since it was built. This is a 1937 harley u engine with title and a will also include a. Throughout its history, harleydavidson has been using a combination of letters to designate the different models it manufactures. 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.
This site is dedicated to harley davidson wls and in particular 1944 wls. 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 harleydavidson wlc was purchased by the previous owners grandfather at a military dispersal sale in 194647 and has been kept in storage ever since. Selling because i bought it for my wife and she has lost interest. Motorcycle, solo harleydavidson model wla technical manual. The wlcs were built by the harley davidson motor company for the c anadian army during the years 19421943. The w series at the time was the newest incarnation of the 45cubicinch 740 cm3 flathead motor, and was developed from the earlier r family 19321936. 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. Harley davidson motorcycles wlc 1943 for sale car and. History of the harleydavidson wla motorcycle technical sheet.
Just a short ride around the area where i livein sweden on my harley davidson wlc 1943. Get the best deals on motorcycle parts for 1943 harleydavidson wla when. View the profiles of people named harley churchill. Harley wla for sale in uk 30 secondhand harley wlas. Jul 14, 2016 harley davidson wla 1942 harley 45 for sale byford, wa, australia. Get the best deals on motorcycle parts for 1943 harleydavidson wla when you shop the largest online selection at. Harleydavidson wla and harley wlc military motorcycles.
External difference by years front fender lamp optional in 193738, standard since 1939, optional chrome instr. Check out this beautifully restored 1943 harley davidson wlc us army motorbike by riestore ltd. 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. Harleydavidson wla was a military motorcycle produced for 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. See more ideas about harley davidson, harley davidson wla and motorcycle. The harleydavidson combination straightening and aligning table service dept. Army demanded short, mediumsize bikes with ample ground clearance, so harley davidson had to abandon for a time its long, heavy big twins. We are proud to offer our latest completed project for sale a fully restored 1943 harley davidson wlc from a complete original bike found in holland. Incredible attention to detail, restored, reconditioned and refurbished to a timeless specification. Big and brawny, loud and proud, harleydavidson is america on two wheels.
The main us military motorcycle of world war ii legends of warfare. Harley davidson wla 1942 harley 45 for sale byford, wa. Hdwlc04 harley davidson motorcycles army models 194243 wlc, solo only the department of national defense. Shop harley davidson wlc parts online in canada fortnine. For sale 1943 wlc model 45 cubic inch flathead drivetrain in an early oem harley davidson servi car frame details oem matching belly numbers on cases oem vin pad with nice clean numbers top end was done on. Government placed orders with harleydavidson for a stout military motorcycle, and the 45 cubic inch sidevalve vtwin wl. Harleydavidson motorcycle data book revised 19401979 482 pgs new. Harleydavidsons first flathead vtwin appeared in 1929 as the model d. Just like the us a rmy wla model, the wlc had a 45 cubic inch engine with low compression for durability in the field. This stunning bike was found and restored by riestore a uk based military and classic vehicle restoration company.
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. Join millions of people using oodle to find unique used motorcycles, used roadbikes, used dirt bikes, scooters, and mopeds for sale. The bike has been kept in pristine storage, the living room, since. He rode a harley davidson 4041 low clearance motorcycle which he felt was too low. While initially the company also produces copies for civilian buyers, demand became so strong from 1943 on that harleydavidson produced almost only units.
Its 45cubicinch engine was smaller than the companys existing 61 and 74cubicinch fhead vtwins, which then became known as big twins. This 1943 harleydavidson wlc was converted to civilian spec in alaska many years ago, and is in excellent running and riding condition. Online sources tell me that that production of this model was 267 in 1939 only. Headlight, taillight, floorboards, horn, chrome spokes, speedometer, front fender lights.
Every nook and cranny is clean and ready to ride, and the machine includes the sidecar, which makes a fantasticlooking outfit, covered in. Ohv, 73,73 cu in 1208cc, 4speed, 4648 built to the end of 1945. Aug 21, 2012 harley davidson wla was a military motorcycle produced for the u. Fortnine is your source for motorcycle, dirt bike, snowmobile and atv apparel, accessories, and parts.
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. Harley davidson 1937 u engine with titlematching caseswill ship to the lower 48 for sale is one out of my private collection. Harley davidson wlc for sale may 2020 all classifieds. 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. 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. Explore harleydavidson motorcycles for sale as well. 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. During ww2 harley davidson produced nearly 90 000 motorcycles for military use. Book depository books with free delivery worldwide.
A short ride with my harley davidson wlc 1943 youtube. The machine passed to the previous owner in 2003 and is reported to have been run on private property since then but has never been. Latest free advert search classic cars classic bikes magazine log in register. Author photos norton 16 h motorcycle, canadian war museum, ottawa, ontario.
Join facebook to connect with harley churchill and others you may know. Log in or sign up for facebook to connect with friends, family and people you know. Find 1942 harley davidson motorcycles for sale on oodle classifieds. Are you trying to find 1942 harleydavidson wlc values. Harleydavidson began producing the wla in small numbers in 1940, as part of a general military expansion. Harley davidson 1943 wlc for sale in tipperary on harley. Harley davidson by advert type for sale 178 for sale by auction 7. Bobs wlc project archive classic motorcycle, classic.
Heres some close up pictures of the 1943 wlc flathead engine and exhaust system. Harley davidson by advert type for sale 178 for sale by auction 7 wanted 3 harley davidson by price other 17 pictures a to z. Motorcycle parts for 1943 harleydavidson wlc for sale ebay. Its 45cubicinch engine was smaller than thecompanys existing 61 and 74cubicinch fhead vtwins, which then became known as big twins.
Specifically, can anyone tell me if the wldd had cylinders with larger cooling fins and a fourbolt intake manifold with linkert m41. Harley davidson motorcycles wlc 1943 for sale car and classic. The following parts fit a 1943 harleydavidson wlc edit. Many thanks to bruno for sending us these pictures of his very nice 1943 harley davidson wlc. It featured highperformance 45 cubic inch flathead engine, with hds then new aluminum heads. Harleydavidson except in very early models gives a letter designation for each model family.
Harley davidson 1943 wlc 750cc 2 cyl sv 2801 yesterdays. Harley davidson 1943 wlc 750 cc 2 cyl sv yesterdays. Nov 22, 2010 recently a french company, milwaukee belle has launched a custombuilt replica of the militaryspec 1942 harley wl liberator. 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. History of the 19411945 harleydavidson wlaxa with the second world war well under way and with the american entry into the hostilities at the end of 1941, the u. Find a honda, yamaha, triumph, kawasaki motorbike, chopper or cruiser for sale near you and honk others off. Bike has only 7000 kims on it and is a joy to ride. New listing harley davidson racing 19341986 book xlr cr crs crtt krtt xr motorcyclenew. Explore harley davidson motorcycles for sale as well. Find 1944 or earlier harley davidson classic motorcycles for sale on oodle classifieds. This 1939 harley davidson wldd was produced for only 12 a year by the motor company. Most photos taken august 26, 2007, in both the sunshine, and in the shade. After the war, soldiers had little money but could afford a surplus wla and so the wlas lead to the rise of the american.
Motorcycle parts for 1943 harleydavidson wla for sale ebay. New listing harleydavidson racing 19341986 book xlr cr crs crtt krtt xr motorcyclenew. Harley davidson fseries knucklehead, 1941 1948, v2cyl. This example is one of three identical triplets on display at dwtt.
A fully restored 1943 harley davidson wlc from a a complete original bike found in holland one of only. The harleydavidson wla is a harleydavidson motorcycle that was produced to us army specifications in the years during and around world war ii. Army technical manual tm 9879 was created in 1943 for the men who operated and serviced the wla in the field. As one of only 9000 ever made, this wlc is far more rare than its wla cousin. Most wlcs were produced in 1943, and are marked 43wlc. I take it that you are talking about all the pictures in mr. Please practice handwashing and social distancing, and check out our resources for adapting to these times.
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