| General information |
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| Model | Harley-Davidson Model KHK |
| Year | 1955 |
| Category | Sport |
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| Engine and transmission |
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| Displacement | 833.0 ccm (50.83 cubic inches) |
| Engine type | V2, four-stroke |
| Engine details | Flathead 45 degree engine. Mirror polished ports and cylinder heads. |
| Power | 38.0 HP (27.7 kW)) |
| Top speed | 152.9 km/h (95.0 mph) |
| Fuel system | Carburettor. Linkert M-53A1 |
| Cooling system | Air |
| Gearbox | 4-speed |
| Transmission type | Chain (final drive) |
| Chassis, suspension, brakes and wheels |
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| Frame type | Steel single downtube |
| Front suspension | Hydraulic telescopic fork |
| Rear suspension | Swing-arm, twin hydraulic shocks |
| Front tire | 3.50-18 |
| Rear tire | 3.50-18 |
| Front brakes | Expanding brake (drum brake) |
| Rear brakes | Expanding brake (drum brake) |
| Wheels | Wire spoked |
| Seat | Solo seat |
| Physical measures and capacities |
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| Dry weight | 199.6 kg (440.0 pounds) |
| Power/weight ratio | 0.1904 HP/kg |
| Wheelbase | 1435 mm (56.5 inches) |
| Fuel capacity | 17.00 litres (4.49 US gallons) |
| Oil capacity | 2.80 litres (2.96 US quarts) |
| Other specifications |
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| Color options | Brilliant Black, Aztec Brown, Atomic Blue, Glamorous Hollywood Green, Pepper Red, Anniversary Yellow and Silver, White for Police duty. |
| Starter | Kick |
| Electrical | 6 Volt |
| Comments | Tuned up version of the HD KH model. |
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| Further information |
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| Maintenance | Find parts, fluids. filters, maintenance tools and service manuals at Amazon.com. |
| Ask questions | Join the 55 Harley-Davidson Model KHK discussion group or the general Harley-Davidson discussion group. |
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