Beschreibung
-= CLASSIC MOTORCYCLE =-
Manufacturer: Harley Davidson
Model: VLD Combination
Year: 1934
Displacement: 1212 cc
Cylinder: 2 / V-twin
Engine type: 4-stroke / sv
Bore / Stroke: 86. 36 x 101. 60 mm
Power: 36hp @ 4. 500 rpm
Weight: 239 kg
Top Speed: 144 km/ h
Frame number: 34VLD2641
Engine number: 34VLD2641
In August 1929, Harley-Davidson took a deep breath, closed the door on the inlet-over-exhaust twins that had built the company’s reputation and brought out a new 1200cc side-valve engine. The disaster — the Great Depression. From 18, 036 machines sold in 1930, sales dropped to 10. 407 in 1931, 7. 218 in 1932 and bottomed out at 3. 703 in 1933. By 1934, things were a little better, and Harley proudly unveiled its lineup for the year. Art Deco styling was at its peak, and the 1934 Flathead is a beautiful example of this artistic movement. The VLD was HD’s top of the line twin, with low-expansion aluminum alloy pistons, a Y-shaped intake manifold and 5:1 compression. The engine made 36hp at 4. 500rpm, and top speed was probably about 144kmh. Like most bikes in 1934, the VLD had no rear springing and a 6-volt electrical system. Bumps on the road were softened by Harley’s patented “Ful-Floteing” seat spring. Shifting was via a 3-speed hand shift through a rocker foot-clutch that could be locked in place. A rider could bring a properly set up Harley Flathead to a stop, engage the clutch, put down both feet and fold his arms.
This VLD is equipped with a Harley Davison sidecar and a Stewart speedo. The sidecar has a break which is connected to the break of the motorcycle. Motorcycle and sidecar form a perfect and elegant unit.
A video of the running motorcycle can be seen on our website.
