1956 Harley-Davidson Model KHK

Harley-Davidson Model KHK 1956


1956 Harley-Davidson Model KHK specifications, pictures, reviews and rating

General information
Model name Harley-Davidson Model KHK
Year of manufacture 1956
Type Sport
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Engine and transmission
Engine size 833.0 ccm (50.83 cubic inches)
Type of engine V2, four-stroke
Engine details Flathead 45 degree engine. Mirror polished ports and cylinder heads.
Output 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 Pepper Red with White slash, Atomic Blue with Champion Yellow slash, Champion Yellow with Black slash, Black with Champion Yellow slash, Flamboyant Metallic Green with White slash.
Starter Kick
Electrical 6 Volt
Comments Tuned up version of the HD KH model.Also called HD KHK Super Sports.
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Further information
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