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1956 Harley-davidson Fl on 2040-motos

US $100000
YearYear:1956 MileageMileage:9 ColorColor: Blue
Location:

Williamston, Michigan, United States

Williamston, Michigan, United States
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Harley-Davidson FL photos

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Harley-Davidson FL tech info

Engine Size (cc)Engine Size (cc):1,200 WarrantyWarranty:Vehicle does NOT have an existing warranty TypeType:Chopper For Sale ByFor Sale By:Private Seller

Harley-Davidson FL description

For Sale is an original 70's build Custom Hardtail 1956 Harley Panhead Chopper 

This is a NO RESERVE auction


This bike has been in storage since 1981.
Owner is deceased and bike was purchased in auction.Vin numbers have been run and all is clean and clear.

Perfect example of a surviving original 70's chopper build down to every detail. bike was built and painted in Columbus,OH

Motor is kick start only.and engine turns over w/ good compression


CUSTOMIZED PARTS
  • 10" Over Columbus Springer Front end
  • Raked neck and smoothed frame( one spot of broken bondo on the neck(see pics)
  • Original 1956 Linkert intake and carb
  • 18" front rim/tire (tire/ tube will need replaced due to dry rot, but do hold air)
  • Custom "frisco" peanut tank w/ reaper air brushed paint(see pics)
  • air brushed horseshoe oil tank 
  • Brown marbled leather camel hump King/Queen seat ( beautiful condition w/ no cracks or tears{see pics})
  • Twisted iron highway pegs
  • Rabbit Ear handlebars
  • Custom street sweeper exhaust

Excellent example of a classic/ custom panhead chopper setup. Isn't perfect, but close.
Original 6v electric system.motor turns over w/ good compression.paint and body are in extremely good preserved shape. 
Inside of the tank is clean and appears to have been drained before storage.

all chrome and paint look to clean up fairly easily with no major corrosion

Kicker will not engage and the pedal is broken off.Throttle cable will need replaced.Carb will need rebuilt and fuel lines replaced.clutch engages and works smoothly.primary cover was removed to check engine movement via crank.will need primary gasket replaced and compensator nut tightened. 


Bike comes with a notorized bill of sale....NO TITLE
As an assembled bike ready to be taken in for a reconstructed/ assembled title easily

Buyer responsible for all shipping costs.Bike is located in Durand,MI zip 48429.Local pickup offered.
Feel free to ask any questions before bidding.Refer to pictures for additional details/ information. 
Bike is located in Durand,MI  and is available for inspection.I can provide a contact number/ running video for those parties interested. 


I reserve the right to cancel any bid due to lack of feedback or otherwise. 
Thank you, and GOOD LUCK

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