1955 Harley-Davidson Model KHK

Harley-Davidson Model KHK 1955


1955 Harley-Davidson Model KHK specifications, pictures, reviews and rating

General information
Model Harley-Davidson Model KHK
Year 1955
Category Sport
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Engine and transmission
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
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
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
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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