Harley-Davidson Model D: history, specs, pictures

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The Harley-Davidson Model DLD was a v2, four-stroke sport motorcycle produced between 1929 and 1932. Claimed horsepower was 19.58 HP (14.6 KW) @ 4000 RPM.

Engine[edit | edit source]

A 69.9mm bore x 96.9mm stroke result in a displacement of just 742.6 cubic centimeters. The engine featured a 6.0:1 compression ratio. Fuel was supplied via a sidevalves.

Drive[edit | edit source]

The bike has a 3-speed transmission. The final drive was via chain.

Chassis[edit | edit source]

It came with a 3-26 front tire and a 3-26 rear tire. Stopping was achieved via expanding brake (drum brake) in the front and a expanding brake (drum brake) in the rear. The bike weighed just 399.04 pounds (181.0 Kg).

In Media[edit | edit source]

Harley-Davidson Model D
Manufacturer
Also called Model DLD, Model DL
Production 1929 - 1932
Class Sidecar
Engine
v2, four-stroke
Bore / Stroke 69.9mm x 96.9mm
Horsepower 19.58 HP (14.6 KW) @ 4000RPM
Fuel System carburetor
Transmission Gear box: 3-speed
Final Drive: chain
Brakes Front: expanding brake (drum brake)
Rear: expanding brake (drum brake)
Front Tire 3-26
Rear Tire 3-26
Weight 399.04 pounds (181.0 Kg) (dry),
Manuals Service Manual


The Harley-Davidson Model DLD was a v2, four-stroke Sidecar motorcycle produced by Harley-Davidson between 1929 and 1932. Claimed horsepower was 19.58 HP (14.6 KW) @ 4000 RPM.

Engine[edit | edit source]

A 69.9mm bore x 96.9mm stroke result in a displacement of just 742.6 cubic centimeters. Fuel was supplied via a sidevalves.

Drive[edit | edit source]

The bike has a 3-speed transmission.

Chassis[edit | edit source]

It came with a 3-26 front tire and a 3-26 rear tire. Stopping was achieved via expanding brake (drum brake) in the front and a expanding brake (drum brake) in the rear. The bike weighed just 399.04 pounds (181.0 Kg).

In Media[edit | edit source]