Harley Davidson Knuckleheads

Get the full story of the one incredible engine that launched the motorcycle engine to stand up against automotive engines: the Knucklehead.

Harley-Davidson Knuckleheads Greg Field.No motorcycle before or since has influenced American motorcycling more than the first Knucklehead, the 1936 Model EL. This is the first and only book devoted solely to the great Harley-Davidson OHV V-twin motorcycles of 1936 to 1947. Exhaustively researched and filled with unprecedented detail. Sftbd., 8 1/4"x 1 5/8", 128 pgs., 4 b&w ill., 8 color.

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.

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.

Every gearhead bike enthusiast will love this title for its rich history of the legacy brand known as Harley-Davidson. This title profiles some of the company's most iconic models, from the debut 1911 Model 7D to today's sleek and modern VRSCA V-Rod. Readers can immerse themselves in details such as horsepower, torque, transmission types, exhaust systems, wheelbase measurements, and speed. For more info, there is also a spec sheet on each model. The showroom-worthy images of each of these beautiful bikes make this book a must-read for anyone interested in the Harley legacy.