AJ056 Decoration 1911 Harley-Davidson Motorcycle Model 7D

Decoration 1911 Harley-Davidson Motorcycle Model 7D Aj056

The Harley-Davidson Model 7D of 1911 was the first successful v-twin from Harley-Davidson, inaugurating a motorcycle engine configuration that has continued unbroken from the Milwaukee motor company ever since. This model was handcrafted of iron with a scale of 1:12. It features intricate details such as spoke wheels, seat, light weight frame, pedals, fenders, and a headlight. A must have for the collector and enthusiast! 100% iron frame. Metal wheels. Wheels roll. Decaled insignia.

• SKU: AJ056
• Manufacturer: Old Modern Handicrafts
• Category: Nautical
• UPC: 640901136479
• Ship Via: FedEx
• Dimensions: 13W x 4L x 6H Inches, Weight: 1 Lbs
• Carton Dimensions: 7W x 14L x 6H Inches, Weight: 2 Lbs
• History: The Harley-Davidson Model 7D of 1911 was the first successful v-twin from Harley-Davidson, inaugurating a motorcycle engine configuration that has continued unbroken from the Milwaukee motor company ever since. In 1909, Harley had made a few examples (27 units) of another v-twin, but the design was flawed and they did not try again until two years later. In 1911, 5,625 Model 7Ds were manufactured. The Model 7D's motor was the F-head IOE engine, in use until 1929. It sold for US $ 300, which with inflation would be $ 7619 in today's currency. Ignition was via a magneto, and the engine was started using bicycle-style pedals. Instead of a conventional clutch, a pulley belt tensioner could be moved, allowing the leather drive belt to slip. Touting its effective muffler, Harley-Davidson advertised the 7D, and the other Harleys of this era, as "The Silent Gray Fellow." A 1911 Model 7D from the George Pardo collection was set to be auctioned in January 2014.