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1949 Harley-Davidson Other

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1949 Harley-Davidson Other1949 Harley-Davidson Other1949 Harley-Davidson Other
Condition:Used
Year:1949
Mileage:26,744
Engine Size (cc):1,200
Manufacturer:Harley-davidson
Warranty:Vehicle does NOT have an existing warranty
Model:Other
Vehicle Title:Clear
:“Excellent”
Price: US $20,000.00
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Late 1949 Harley Davidson FL (74 cu in)
Second Year Panhead
First Year Hydra Glide
It's late '49 model, as the early '49 was not named anything other than FL.  During the '49 season the company decided to name the bike 'HydraGlide' and stamped the name into the front tins, behind the headlight.

Several experts have verified this bike to be "Very Original".
Has been 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.
Handlebars appear to be original.

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

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.
Speedometer shows original mileage, overhauled by Palo Alto Speedometer in 2011.
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 necessary upgrade to prevent leaks.

Clear title in current owner's name. Will put in touch with current owner after sale.
Original Owner's Manual.
Original Spare Parts Catalog.

See the bike being started on you tube  -- "Zap Leather and Cycle 1949 Panhead start up walk around"

Feelfree to ask for more photos.Checkmy feedback, bid with confidence, and feel free to call withquestions.Zap Leather and Cycle Paynesville, MN phone 320-243-3797 
Shopand Store Hours M-Sat 9am-8pm, Sun 11am-6pm Central Time
We sell worldwide, but we only ship to Australia, New Zealand, Hawaii, Great Britain, and the lower 48 states of the USA.
We make all arrangements, which includes shipping to the US port of export. Inquire prices.
IMPORTANT: We don't arrange shipping to any other countries.IMPORTANT: We don't arrange shipping to Canada or Alaska.We will arrange shipping to most USA cities.
If you are shipping to country other than those listed above, 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.
Being an established wholesale motorcycle apparel outlet, retail motorcycle apparel store, full-service motorcycle shop, vintage motorcycle restorer, and builder of custom motorcycles, we have the opportunity to allow payments fromVisa, Mastercard, Discover, and PayPal.  Callfor details: 320-243-3797Thisbike has no warranty, expressed or implied. Buyer is responsible forarrangement of shipping, however will assist in any reasonable waypossible. non-refundable PayPal deposit of $1,000 is due within 48hours of auction close. Remaining balance is due within days ofauction close, by cash, check, money order, or limited amounts onmultiple credit cards or PayPal (see below for details). Themotorcycle will be released after all funds have cleared. reservethe right to end the auction early, as the bike is for sale locally.Good luck bidding.IMPORTANTPLEASEREAD BEFORE BIDDINGPAYMENTAND SHIPPING POLICYWehereby emphasize our simple payment policy.Anon-refundable PayPal deposit of $1,000 is due within 48 hours ofauction close, afterwhich late fee of 1% of purchase price shall be assessed.
Remainingbalance is due within days of auction close, after which alate fee of 2% of purchase price shall be assessed, and anon-payment claim shall be filed against Buyer.Finalpayment may be made by personalcheck, bank check, money order, or bank wire transfer.Finalpayment may be made by credit cards, or PayPal, with 3% user fee added.Askabout other forms of payments accepted, such as overseas banktransfers.Themotorcycle shall be released after all funds have cleared.Thankyou all for your interest.Goodluck bidding.Chuckat Zap Leather and Cycle
SHIPPING INFO:Weare set up to ship to Australia, NZ, UK, Hawaii. Wedo all the scheduling as far as shipping from our shop to your port.
Once the bike is in your port, you will be responsible for it.Shipping Price: $1,300to Sydney, Melbourne, and Brisbane (Australia). $1,400to Adelaide, Australia. $1,700to Fremantle, Australia.$1,425to New Zealand.$1,600to Hawaii. $1,700to United Kingdom.Insuranceis required at cost of 2.5 of claimed value.You may have to pay destination charges, but those charges will beassigned by your governmentagent.

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