Classic Harley Big Twins

Four previous Motorbooks International Motorcycle. Color Histories -- Harley-Davidson Flatheads (0-7603-0493-9), Harley-Davidson Knuckleheads (0-7603-0159-X), Harley-Davidson Panheads (0-87938-998-2) and Harley-Davidson Shovelheads (0-7603-0164-6) -- between two covers provide a giant, colorful retrospective of Harley-Davidson's classic "cylinderhead" models. Marvelous modern color photography and a huge gallery of archival images depict examples of each model and variant, while an authoritative text reveals all the engineering and design breakthroughs, performance specifications, boardroom battles, marketing ploys and foibles, and competition histories.

DIVWhen it comes to collector motorcycles, none hold the allure of the classic Harley-Davidson Big Twins built from 1936 to 1964. But owning and maintaining these tempermental machines provides endless challenges. Even the most pristine, restored example needs a tremendous amount of care, maintenance, and repair. The rebuilding and restoring of these machines is not so much a defined task as a never-ending process. This book serves to guide owners through that process./div Beginning with a practical section on understanding, choosing, and purchasing a classic Harley, this book focuses on the nuts and bolts of classic Harley ownership. Through step-by-step photography and thoughtful, informative instruction, the reader will learn how to disassemble a chassis, rebuild a fork, lace a wheel, and paint the major parts for any restoration. It also provides thorough instruction on repairing, overhauling, and restoring all major components, such as the engine, transmission, and electrical system.

DIVWhen it comes to collector motorcycles, none hold the allure of the classic Harley-Davidson Big Twins built from 1936 to 1964. But owning and maintaining these tempermental machines provides endless challenges. Even the most pristine, restored example needs a tremendous amount of care, maintenance, and repair. The rebuilding and restoring of these machines is not so much a defined task as a never-ending process. This book serves to guide owners through that process./div Beginning with a practical section on understanding, choosing, and purchasing a classic Harley, this book focuses on the nuts and bolts of classic Harley ownership. Through step-by-step photography and thoughtful, informative instruction, the reader will learn how to disassemble a chassis, rebuild a fork, lace a wheel, and paint the major parts for any restoration. It also provides thorough instruction on repairing, overhauling, and restoring all major components, such as the engine, transmission, and electrical system.

Athletes will do anything to be more competitive. They'll buy the latest equipment, practice for hours, and even pay a personal trainer for lessons. This book offers them a more fundamental way to perform better: improve their overall athleticism. The plyometrics exercises in this book are proven to help athletes progressively enhance their speed, agility, quickness, and jumping ability. The sport-specific workouts are not about getting in shape, they're about getting to a crosscourt backhand faster, reaching higher for a rebound, or making a sharper cut to get open in front of the goal. Plyometrics for Explosive Speed and Powerprovides the nonprofessional with an easy-to-understand explanation of why plyometrics works, the sports-training research behind it, and how to integrate plyometrics into an overall fitness program. It provides complete illustrated descriptions for each exercise and includes an easy-to-follow index listing each exercise by level and category, based on desired performance outcome.

Whether you own a Springer, a Duo-Glide, Hydra-Glide or Electra-Glide, your Panhead deserves the best! Restore it to 100% originality with exacting guidance from restoration expert Greg Field. Exceptionally detailed color photographs guide you through each critical restoration process step-by-step. Serial and engine numbers, paint, trim, options, and technical features are detailed every step of the way. Insure the originality of your prized collectible by implementing the time-tested techniques presented throughout this essential volume.

There are lots of books about Harleys, about their history, performance, lineage and the minutiae of their specification, but none of them will tell you what to look for when buying one second-hand. That’s what this book is about – it aims at being a straightforward, practical guide to buying a used Harley-Davidson.