A Different Time

This was a different time for sure, here is a gentleman on a Harley Davidson flat track bike wearing a sweater and tie.  Contrary to popular belief The Company did not build their business on the outlaw image.  To the contrary, they really tried to make motorcycling appeal to the every man.  The motorcycles were as quiet as possible while retaining performance and men rode their bikes with a sweater or jacket and a tie.

Flat Out Cool !!!!!

1934 Harley Davidson Colors

This is a beautiful example of a 1934 VLD, I really like the orange and black color scheme.  A real nice motorcycle !

1934 Harley-Davidson CAC Speedway Racer.

Harley VL's

I have always heard negative things about the Harley Davidson VL series of motorcycles.  I heard they overheat and you can't keep pistons in them along with a lot of other things like total loss oiling, etc.  I intend to find out for myself.

I am in the process of sourcing 1934 VLD parts and hope to have a running bike by the end of the year.  I have spoken to several VL fans and must admit it sounds like fun.  I never have expected an antique motorcycle to perform like a modern bike which is why they fascinate me. It is the mechanicalness of the old machines that keeps us all coming back for more.

1934 Harley Davidson VLD

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Hello 2014

Here we are in a New Year.  New beginnings, new endings and our whole life lies before us !  I don't make resolutions but I do have goals.  They are not based on the beginning or ending of a year but on what I want to accomplish in my life time.

The year 2014 will be a pivotal year for all of us...let's get ready !

I do plan on building a 1930's Harley Davidson this year and am in the process of doing so.  If I get it finished I may do the Cannonball.........my way this time.