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General information |
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Model name
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Harley-Davidson Model U |
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Year model
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1939 |
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Type
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Custom / cruiser |
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Rating
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3.3 See the detailed rating of design and look, maintenance cost, engine performance, etc. Compare with any other bike. |
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Engine and transmission |
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Engine size
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1209.0 ccm (73.77 cubic inches) |
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Type of engine
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V2, four-stroke |
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Fuel system
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Carburettor. Linkert |
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Fuel control
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Sidevalves |
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Lubrication system
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Dry sump |
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Transmission type
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Chain (final drive) |
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Chassis, suspension, brakes and wheels |
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Front suspension
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Leading link -coil springs |
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Rear suspension
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Rigid- |
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Front brakes
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Expanding brake (drum brake) |
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Rear brakes
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Expanding brake (drum brake) |
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Seat
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Spring-mounted seat |
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Physical measures and capacities |
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Other specifications |
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Modifications compared to previous model
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Extended intake manifold to enlarge the distance between carburettor and cylinder heads. |
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Further information |
| Maintenance | Find parts, fluids. filters, maintenance tools and service manuals at Amazon.com. |
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Rating sample for this Harley-Davidson bike
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Engine performance for the 1939 Harley-Davidson Model U:
 (60.3 out of 100)
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