“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»
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Sep 5, 2024 • For Sale • 13 Comments
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»
Jul 12, 2024 • Auctions • 11 Comments
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»
Jun 10, 2024 • For Sale • 27 Comments
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»
May 17, 2024 • For Sale • 15 Comments
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»
Feb 17, 2024 • For Sale • 28 Comments
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»
Nov 23, 2023 • For Sale • 17 Comments
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»
Oct 20, 2023 • For Sale • 27 Comments
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»
Oct 20, 2023 • For Sale • 15 Comments
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»
Sep 23, 2023 • For Sale • 25 Comments
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»
Sep 2, 2023 • For Sale • 11 Comments
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»
Aug 27, 2023 • Classifieds • 15 Comments
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»
May 3, 2023 • For Sale • 15 Comments
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»
Apr 29, 2023 • For Sale • 22 Comments
Original Paint and Parts Panhead: 1965 Harley Davidson FLH
Harley has made a lot of money-making modern versions of their historic motorcycles. However, what if you could get an authentic 1965 Harley with original paint and parts for the same price as one on the showroom floor today? … more»
Apr 21, 2023 • For Sale • 15 Comments
Original Sidecar: 1975 Harley-Davidson FLH Electra Glide
Classic motorcycles offer an unparalleled way for owners to view the world. Gliding along the open road with the wind in your face is an exhilarating experience. Sometimes, passengers aren’t thrilled by the idea of clinging on behind the… more»
Mar 15, 2023 • For Sale • 5 Comments
Barn Fresh 1948 Harley-Davidson WL
The seller states this 1948 Harley-Davidson WL received its distinctive yellow paint job in the 1970s, but its appearance made me wonder whether he is out by a few years. I reason that it looks strikingly similar to the… more»
