1942 Harley-Davidson XA
A Museum Quality Harley-Davidson
In Showroom New Condition
Very Rare
One of 1,011 XAs Built
Few Survived In This Pristine Condition
82 Years Old & Like New Still
Looks & Runs Excellent
Limited Production Military Spec Harley Davidson
XA
X=Experimental A=Army
Matching Numbers Original
Frame # 42XA1018
Engine # 42XA1018
Frame Up Restored
Clean Title In Hand
Was On Display In The Zauner Collection Since 1974 (50 Years)
Restored By Mr Zauners Harley-Davidson Dealership
A So. Cal. Bike From Bakersfield California
Harley Davidson’s Wartime Trial for the US Army
One of the Rarest of All Harley Davidsons
All Features of this Model were Designed to Survive the Demands of Wartime Use
Built to Withstand Adverse Conditions in the Deserts of North Africa
Leading Link Springer Front Fork
Plunger Rear Suspension
45 Cubic Inch Opposed Flat Twin
Lower Center of Gravity for Better Handling
Engine Design Yields 100 Degree Cooler Oil Temps than the Sister V-Twin WLA
Simple and Reliable Side Valve Construction
Wide Ratio 4 Speed Transmission
Gear Shift Operated by Foot or Hand
Shaft Drive Eliminates Wear Prone and Troublesome Chain Final Drive
23 Horsepower
5.7:1 Compression Ratio Allows for the Use of Low Octane Wartime Fuels
Large 4.1 Gallon Fuel Tanks for Greater Range
Oil Bath Air Filter Mounted Between the Cylinders for Protection and Better Performance
High Performance Battery
Radio Shielded Ignition System
Top Speed About 65 MPH
A True Survivor That’s Beautifully Preserved
Formerly on Long-Term Display in a Private California Collection
Appraised #1 Value of $48,500
Comparable Sales of:
$46,200.00 (Red Civilian Repaint - Mecum Vegas 2021)
$48,400 (Military Scheme Restored - Mecum Vegas 2021)
$45,100 (Military Scheme Restored - Mecum Vegas 2022)
$38,500 (Civilian Model Needing TOTAL Restoration - Mecum Vegas 2023)
*PLEASE WATCH THE VIDEO FOR ALL DETAILS*
Full 100 Point Check-Over During Recommissioning
by Our Expert Mechanics at Kaplan Cycles
New OEM Style 6 Volt Battery
Removed and Inspected Spark Plugs
Set Contact Breaker Points Timing
Cleaned and Set Ignition Points Gap
Set Pushrod Adjustments
Removed, Flushed and Inspected Fuel Tanks
New Fuel Petcock Rebuild Kit
Removed and Fully Serviced Linkert Carburetors
New Linkert Carb Rebuild Kits
Fresh VP94 Non-Ethanol Fuel
New 60wt Engine Oil
New Transmission and Final Drive Gear Oil
Checked Primary Chain Tension
Opened Transmission for Inspection
Installed New Shifter Pawl Spring
Installed New Gear Selector Shaft Detent Ball
Inspected Clutch Actuation
All Electrical Systems Checked and Operational
Set Final Drive Chain Tension
Set Tire Pressures
Runs and Idles Properly
An Amazing Machine, Everything Works as it Should, a Joy to Ride!
A Once-In-A-Lifetime Opportunity to Own an Amazing
1942 Harley Davidson XA Experimental Army
Use it as a Classic Rider and for Display at Concours Motorcycle Shows
PLEASE CALL US AT 860-454-7024 9-5 M-F WITH ANY QUESTIONS
Call 860-454-7024 and speak to Ken Kaplan Jr to get approved.
Message us your ZIP for a shipping quote!
AUCTION TERMS:
All motorcycles & vehicles are sold as-is where-is.
All sales are final.
Kaplan Cycles guarantees all motorcycles are as-described. Please read the entire description and watch the entire video before bidding.
A non-refundable deposit is due within 24 hours of sale. PayPal or Credit Card is accepted for the deposit.
Cash (In-Person), PayPal (with 3.5% charge), or Wire Transfer are our only accepted forms of final payment.
Full payment must be made within 72 hours of auction close.
We always describe our motorcycles as accurately as possible.
You are purchasing a classic motorcycle. Even in cases where a bike may be in good running/ operating condition, new problems & idiosyncrasies can arise over-time from sitting or regular use.
If you have an issue with the motorcycle you’ve received, contact us within 24 hours of delivery and before leaving feedback so that we can address your concerns.
It is important you have at least a basic mechanical knowledge before purchasing and operating a classic motorcycle.
Due to our backlog, we cannot perform any additional service work or modifications on your motorcycle after the sale (ie; adding a light kit, different tires, etc.)
We respond quickly between the hours of 9am and 5pm EST, Monday - Friday
For our fastest service please call Kaplan Cycles at 860-454-7024.
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A $150 document fee will apply.
The buyer will pay the winning bid + the documentation fee.
We will not charge out-of-state buyers sales tax.
Out of state residents will pay sales tax with their DMV.
We are not a registering dealership. You will receive only the documents required to register your vehicle in your state.
In our listings, title status is always listed directly below the main description.
In some cases we will sell motorcycles without title or registration. In these cases we guarantee all motorcycles sold are free and clear or your money back. We will always provide a route to obtaining title. Generally in these cases, the motorcycle will be sold at a slight discount to accommodate expenses involved.
Documents are mailed via two day priority mail with a tracking number. Documents are mailed on the 1st of each month.
Keys will be shipped with the motorcycle.
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Warranty:
All Motorycles sold "as is, where is" and Kaplan Cycles does not warranty any motorcycle sold. No express warranty and/or implied warranty are made by Kaplan Cycles. No statements by us give an implied warranty.
Shipping:
All shipping charges and arrangements will be assumed by the purchaser.
If you purchased a motorcycle, send us your full ship-to address and we will make all arrangements.
We can arrange transportation to your door. All contacts are DOT licensed, have cargo insurance, and use enclosed trailers.
We strongly recommend you insure your motorcycle at the time of purchase.
We require a 24 hour notice prior to pick-up. Please call us at 860-454-7024 during office hours Monday – Friday 9am – 5pm EST.
We will provide ramps, a dock for loading, and in some cases assistance to load for free.
All motorcycles will be shipped ‘whole’ by motorcycle specialists. We do not offer a pallet or crate service.
International shipping specialist contacts are available! They will assist in ground freight, customs clearance, and ocean freight to your country. International buyers will be required to work directly with our third party shipping contacts.