How to Rebuild and Restore Classic Harley-Davidson Big Twins 1936-1964 (Motorbooks Workshop) - Softcover

Schunk, Rick

Softcover

ISBN 10: 0760343403 ISBN 13: 9780760343401

Publisher: Motorbooks, 2012

Synopsis

When it comes to collector motorcycles, none hold the allure of the classic Harley-Davidson Big Twins built from 1936 to 1964. But owning and maintaining these tempermental machines provides endless challenges. Even the most pristine, restored example needs a tremendous amount of care, maintenance, and repair. The rebuilding and restoring of these machines is not so much a defined task as a never-ending process. This book serves to guide owners through that process. 

Beginning with a practical section on understanding, choosing, and purchasing a classic Harley, this book focuses on the nuts and bolts of classic Harley ownership. Through step-by-step photography and thoughtful, informative instruction, the reader will learn how to disassemble a chassis, rebuild a fork, lace a wheel, and paint the major parts for any restoration. It also provides thorough instruction on repairing, overhauling, and restoring all major components, such as the engine, transmission, and electrical system.

About this title

From the Back Cover:

 

When it comes to collector motorcycles, none hold the allure of classic Harley-Davidson Knucklehead and Panhead Big Twins, but owning and maintaining these temperamental machines provides endless challenges. Even the most pristine, restored motorcycle needs a tremendous amount of care, maintenance, and repair, and most examples are far from pristine restorations, requiring periodic rebuilding and even restoration. Rebuilding and restoring these machines is not so much a defined task as a never-ending process. This book guides classic Harley owners through that process. Beginning with a practical section on understanding, choosing, and purchasing a classic Harley, this book focuses on the wheel-to-wheel nuts and bolts of classic Harley ownership, from chassis to bodywork. Through step-by-step photography and thoughtful, informative instruction, readers will learn how to disassemble a chassis, repair a fork, lace a wire wheel, and paint the major parts for any restoration. It provides thorough instruction on repairing, overhauling, and restoring all major components, such as the engine, transmission, and electrical systems. With a thorough text and detailed photography, Rick Schunk walks vintage Harley owners through start-to-finish instruction for each operation necessary for the repair and restoration of a classic Harley-Davidson Big Twin.

 

About the Author:

Rick Schunk is an antique bike enthusiast and mechanic. In addition to his wrenching skills, he was the long-time editor for the Antique Motorcycle Club of AmericaĆ?s magazine.

About this edition

• Publisher: Motorbooks
• Publication date: 2012
• ISBN 10: 0760343403
• ISBN 13: 9780760343401
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 272