Harley-Davidson Model F: history, specs, pictures

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The Harley-Davidson Model FD was a v2, four-stroke allround motorcycle produced between 1915 and 1927.

Engine[edit | edit source]

A 87.4mm bore x 100.0mm stroke result in a displacement of just 1208.0 cubic centimeters. Fuel was supplied via a overhead valves (ohv).

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 3-28 front tire and a 3-28 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 396.83 pounds (180.0 Kg).

In Media[edit | edit source]

Harley-Davidson Model F
Manufacturer
Also called Model FDCA, Model FDCB, Model FD
Production 1915 - 1927
Class Road
Engine
v2, four-stroke
Bore / Stroke 87.4mm x 100.0mm
Fuel System carburetor
Ignition magneto
Transmission Gear box: 3-speed
Final Drive: chain
Brakes Front: expanding brake (drum brake)
Rear: expanding brake (drum brake)
Front Tire 3-28
Rear Tire 3-28
Weight 396.83 pounds (180.0 Kg) (dry),
Manuals Service Manual


The Harley-Davidson Model FD was a v2, four-stroke Road motorcycle produced by Harley-Davidson between 1915 and 1927.

Engine[edit | edit source]

A 87.4mm bore x 100.0mm stroke result in a displacement of just 1208.0 cubic centimeters. Fuel was supplied via a overhead valves (ohv).

Drive[edit | edit source]

The bike has a 3-speed transmission.

Chassis[edit | edit source]

It came with a 3-28 front tire and a 3-28 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 396.83 pounds (180.0 Kg).

In Media[edit | edit source]