Who here is the "know all" Harley guys?

[Robertriley]

I'm looking at a bunch of 1930's and 40's Harleys, Indians and German bikes and need some help with sorting it all out from someone with experience. Please reach out if you are willing to help me navigate though these 2 wheeled waters.

 

[cyclingday]

The only ones that don’t leak oil are the Japanese bikes. Lol!

 

[MrMonark13]

@catfish

 

[catfish]

@catfish

I don't know it all. But I know some... There are others on here that know more about motorcycles than I do.

 

[mikecuda]

My 1940's Simplex build in progress. I know some things.

 

[New Mexico Brant]

The only ones that don’t leak oil are the Japanese bikes. Lol!

Or the Davis Sewing Machine pedal bikes

 

[mikecuda]

Update

 

[oldmtrcyc]

Well nobody knows everything! I know a bit on some years, especially years that I have owned and researched while restoring.

 

[Robertriley]

I think I found a couple bikes. I'm leaning towards a one of 2 German Zundapps but found a Harley for a back up.

 

[Freqman1]

Like @oldmtrcyc implied once you have narrowed it down either find a forum or a specialist for that year/marque and have then help you with what is right and what is wrong. Like bicycles some of those small parts can cost big money and be extremely tough to find. Making sure engine cases match, correct frames, forks, etc... all can make huge differences in price. BTW I love the Zundapps. Good luck with the search.