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1949 Harley-davidson Other on 2040-motos

US $37000
YearYear:1949 MileageMileage:26
Location:

Paynesville, Minnesota, United States

Paynesville, Minnesota, United States
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Harley-Davidson Other tech info

Engine Size (cc)Engine Size (cc):1,200 WarrantyWarranty:Vehicle does NOT have an existing warranty For Sale ByFor Sale By:Private Seller

Harley-Davidson Other description

Being a retail motorcycle apparel store, a full-service motorcycle shop, and a shop that builds custom motorcycles, we have the opportunity to allow payments from Visa, Mastercard, Discover, and PayPal.  Call for details: 320-243-3797


WE SELL WORLDWIDE


Late 1949 Harley Davidson FL (74 cu in)
Second Year Panhead
First Year Hydra Glide


Several experts have verified "Very Original".
Ridden every year.
Well maintained.
Starts and runs well.

Very old re-paint in excellent condition.
Original luggage rack.
Period-correct mufflers.
Original oil tank/battery box has been chromed.

Original tool box has been chromed.
 New leather seat about 25 years ago, like new.
Original 'sergeant stripes' on rear fender.
Original 'tombstone' taillight, which was introduced by Harley on this model. The original glass lens is cracked across the middle as they are commonly are.
Original front fender trim.
Original front fender ornament (glass lens).
Original police spot lights.
Original stainless steel rocker lids.
Original stainless air cleaner cover.
Original stainless steel distributor cover.
Original stainless steel clutch cover and primary inspection cover
.
Original stainless steel rocker foot clutch
.


Linkert carb model M-45. It's brass body is marked 1 1/2 Mod M, 2-398 on forward-facing side.
Front head is marked 19482  D9
Rear head is marked 1948   A34

Tool box and oil tank are original and were chromed many years ago.
Heat shield is verified original.
Most bolts are original.

Headlight is Westinghouse #2.
Looking from the front, you'll see 8211 marked on left side and USA 42 marked on right side.

New tires.
New 6v battery.
Totally serviced this fall.

Original rear fender.
See close-up of rear fender showing uneven hinge sizes, which proves originality.

Horn is missing.
Rear brake switch is period-correct, but not original.
Oil pressure sending unit is not original.
Rocker cover rings were introduced in '52 and are a necessary upgrade to prevent leaks.

Original Owner's Manual.
Original Spare Parts Catalog.

Feel free to ask for more photos. 

Check my feedback, bid with confidence, and feel free to call with questions.

We restore vintage American, British, Italian motorcycles.

We build custom American, British, Italian motorcycles.

Zap Leather and Cycle Paynesville, MN phone 320-243-3797 

Shop and Store Hours M-Sat 9am-8pm, Sun 11am-6pm Central Time


We sell worldwide, but we only ship to Australia, Hawaii, and UK.

We make all arrangements, which includes shipping to the US port of export. Inquire prices.

IMPORTANT: We don't arrange shipping to any other locations.

We do not arrange shipping to any USA cities and we do not arrange shipping to other countries besides Australia, Hawaii, and UK.

If you are shipping to a country other than Australia, Hawaii, or UK, you will have to research shippers and arrange all shipping. Please don't buy this motorcycle without first finding out how much it is going to cost to ship it to your country.

We can recommend a few reliable shippers who ship to many USA locations.


Being a retail motorcycle apparel store, a full-service motorcycle shop, and a shop that builds custom motorcycles, we have the opportunity to allow payments from Visa, Mastercard, Discover, and PayPal.  Call for details: 320-243-3797

This bike has no warranty, expressed or implied. Buyer is responsible for arrangement of shipping, however I will assist in any reasonable way possible. A non-refundable PayPal deposit of $1,000 is due within 48 hours of auction close. Remaining balance is due within 7 days of auction close, by cash, check, money order, or limited amounts on multiple credit cards or PayPal (see below for details). The motorcycle will be released after all funds have cleared. I reserve the right to end the auction early, as the bike is for sale locally. Good luck bidding.

IMPORTANT

PLEASE READ BEFORE BIDDING

PAYMENT AND SHIPPING POLICY

We hereby emphasize our simple payment policy.

A non-refundable PayPal deposit of $1,000 is due within 48 hours of auction close, after which a late fee of 1% of purchase price shall be assessed.

Remaining balance is due within 7 days of auction close, after which a late fee of 2% of purchase price shall be assessed, and a non-payment claim shall be filed against Buyer.

Final payment may be made by personal check, bank check, money order, or bank wire transfer.

Final payment may be made by credit cards, or PayPal, with a 3% user fee added.

Ask about other forms of payments accepted, such as overseas bank transfers.

The motorcycle shall be released after all funds have cleared.

Thank you all for your interest.

Good luck bidding.

Chuck at Zap Cycle

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