Harley Davidson

Shortster Survivor: 1973 Harley-Davidson X-90

Affectionately known as a “Shortster” by many, but not by those who don’t like small motorcycles. For them, there’s no affection for these tiny Italian bikes, even if they do wear the Harley-Davidson name. This 1973 Harley-Davidson X-90 is… more»

BF Auction: 2007 Harley-Davidson CVO Road King

Harley-Davidson formed its Custom Vehicle Operation, or CVO, twenty-five years ago to produce limited edition motorcycles that came from the dealership with the appearance and performance of a custom machine. The attention to detail is astonishing, helping classics like… more»

Small Survivor: 1974 Harley-Davidson X-90

We’ve seen a few Aermacchi Harley-Davidson matchups here on Barn Finds over the years, from the era when companies were experimenting with anything and everything. It doesn’t seem like there’s a lot of experimenting going on now, everything is… more»

Museum Quality: 1960 Harley-Davidson Topper

“Gentle as a billowy cloud” isn’t the first thing I think of when I think of Harley-Davidson motorcycles, but a vintage ad touts the ride quality of the 1960 Harley-Davidson as being just that, billowy. The Topper is an… more»

Update: Single Cylinder Time Machine: 1912 Harley-Davidson Model 8

UPDATE: This 1912 Harley-Davidson Model 8 motorcycle, so adroitly profiled by Jeff Bennett in April 2024, has cropped up for sale here on craigslist, with a $75,000 price tag. Thanks to Nevadahalftrack for spotting the ad for us! The… more»

BF Auction: 1958 Harley-Davidson XLH Sportster

Only a select group of classics ever achieve icon status, and any machine wearing the Harley-Davidson badge falls into that category. The company’s V-Twin engine range produces impressive torque and an exhaust note like no other. The owner began… more»

Rare Motorcycle: 1962 Aermacchi Chimera 250

Looking at this sleek, aerodynamic 1962 Aermacchi Chimera 250, it’s not hard to believe that Aermacchi started as an aeronautic company making seaplanes in 1913. They concentrated on airplanes throughout the next two world wars and designed their first… more»

Greater Than the Sum of Its Parts: 1941 Harley-Davidson

Years ago, motorcycles were considered transportation first and a hobby second.  Many folks bought a motorcycle because they couldn’t afford a car and were glad to get from point A to point B.  Now, especially for Harley-Davidsons, ownership has… more»

Running and Ridable Barn Find: 1921 Harley-Davidson JD

Harley-Davidson sits with Ford, Coca-Cola, Apple, and a handful of other companies among the most recognized American brands.  It took Harley a long time to get to that position, 121 long years.  They got there by offering well-built motorcycles… more»

Fully Restored: 1947 Harley-Davidson EL Knucklehead

I admit I spent decades with no understanding of Harley-Davidson motorcycles and why they attract a strong following. I was raised on a diet of high-revving Japanese machines, failing to understand that a Harley is as much about the… more»

Vintage V-Twin: 1919 Harley-Davidson Model 19F

We see a few classic Harley-Davidson motorcycles cross our desks at Barn Finds, but there have only been three older than this 1919 Model 19F. Its history is unclear, and its story is made more challenging because the seller… more»

Rebuilt Motor: 1947 Harley-Davidson EL Knucklehead

Older motorcycles are some of the strongest performers in the classic market, with examples like this 1947 Harley-Davidson EL highly prized. A previous owner restored this beauty, with the current owner recently treating it to an engine rebuild. It… more»

Faux Patina: Restored 1947 Harley-Davidson FL

If ignorance is bliss, I spent decades as one of the happiest people on the planet. I used to view Harley-Davidsons unfavorably, failing to understand that these are more than mere motorcycles. Owning a Harley is a lifestyle choice,… more»

Patina You Can’t Fake: 1945 Harley-Davidson

In years past, collectors would put a lot of time and effort into restoring nearly every collectible vehicle to showroom new condition as a matter of course.  Leaving a vehicle with faded and chipped paint, torn upholstery, and a… more»

Harley Davidson Edition: 2005 Ford F-150 Crew Cab

The Harley-Davidson edition Ford F150s were good-looking trucks when first introduced. Despite having a somewhat lukewarm response at first, the enthusiast market has warmed to these special edition models despite being a largely cosmetic upgrade package. This 2005 example… more»

Elvis’s Last Harley: 1976 Harley-Davidson FLH

When it comes to celebrities, there was probably none larger in stature than Elvis Aaron Presley.  Born into bone-crushing poverty in Tupelo, Mississippi, Elvis went on to become one of the most famous individuals in American history.  That fame… more»

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