1948 Harley Davidson WL Sport Solo 45" Flathead

Regular price$21,250.00
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1948 Harley Davidson WL Sport Solo 45" 750cc 

The 1948 Harley Davidson WL Flathead is a very original civilian model motorcycle.  You don't often see a real WL that has not been customized are plagued with a bunch of mix match parts.  This particular is one of the nicest ones i have seen come to the market.  with not a lot of prior history was more than likely Restored probably sometime in the late 10 years.  It has been in the present collectors collection for the last 5-6 years. This Motorcycle is mechanically sound as it was probably restored mechanically the same time it was done cosmetically.  Don't miss out on this great motorcycle, as i said they don't come up very often.

Overview:

This 1948 Harley Davidson Panhead has lived most of its life in California and maintained in the current owners collection for the last few years in a climate controlled facility.  This Harley 45 has been on static display for the last couple years. It was put away with fresh oil and fluids were drained from tank.  To commission this again to running condition will probably only require a new battery and some gasoline.  (We will be working on getting this running again to get videos). 

Mileage:

Odometer shows:  20334 but probably doesn't have many miles since restoration

Sheet Metal:

Original Sheet Metal, painted in a Gloss black paint, motorcycle was barely wiped off prior to photos this will clean up very well.  

Chrome / Nickel Conditions:

Fasteners and some hardware show some slight flash rust, the wheel trim and some of the trim is in almost perfect condition

Mechanical:

This motorcycle was restored within the last 10 years that included a fresh mechanical restoration of the entire motorcycle to include motor, trans, wheels, etc.  It was last running less than 2 years ago. Recommissioning should only be adding fluids and new battery. Muffler will need to be reinstalled, it needed new hardware and a minor fix that has been completed

Carburetor: 

Linkert M88 with fixed High Speed Jet Carburetor with Chrome Air Cleaner.

Wheel & Tires:

Rear Wheel:  16" Painted laced wheel with Coker 16x5:00 tire 

Front Wheel:  16" Painted laced wheel with Coker 16x5:00 tire 

Tires appear to be newer with not many miles 

Title:

Clean, clear, California title, non-registered. 

Engine #:   48WL5012
Frame #:    None
Belly #:      Matching
Transmission:  3 Speed / Foot Clutch / Tank Shift
Sidecar #:  

Notable Features: Original Stewart Warner Speedometer, Real Tank Badges that have been painted black which is a great look, Cycleray Headlight, Rear Fender Rack, Kidney Bean Toolbox, Tombstone Taillight (Reproduction Lenses), Leather Solo Seat, 

Valuation Resource Guide

Hagerty Valuation Guide: 
Concourse Condition:  $35,800.00
Excellent Condition:  $25,100.00
Good Condition:  $16,900.00

 

More pictures and videos are available upon request.