1938
WLDR featured higher
compression and larger valves.
WLDR 1939 specs: 45.32 ci, (746.33cc), 27hp, Linkert carb, duplex primary,
single downtube, 56.5" wheelbase, 3.5 gallon tank, 390lbs, 85mph.
Universal changes: Shaved timing gears, analog oil and generator indicators replaced by lights, Zerk-Alemite grease fittings, 2mph hash marks on speedo's, black horn brackets, optional round chrome air cleaner with four "J" slots, and new for this year - ALL motorcycles MUST be ordered with one of the "Option" packages.
| Flathead, 45ci, 3 speeds | #' |
Price |
| W | 302 |
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| WL Solo, high compression | 309 |
$355 |
| WLD Special Sport Solo | 402 |
$355 |
| WLDR Competition Special | 139 |
$380 |
| Servi-Car, 45ci, 3 speed and reverse | ||
| G, tow bar | 259 |
$515 |
| GA, without tow bar | 83 |
$500 |
| GD Large Compartment, without tow bar | 81 |
$515 |
| GDT Large Compartment, tow bar | 102 |
$530 |
| Specialty models | ||
| GE, W, 45 ci with 6.8ci head volume | ||
| WS, sidecar 45ci | ||
| UMG: 74ci Bosch magneto | ||
| Flathead, 4 speed | ||
| U, 74 ci, medium compression | 504 |
$ 395 |
| UL, 74 ci, high compression | 1099 |
$ 395 |
| ULH, 80 ci, high compression | 579 |
$ 415 |
| UH, 80 ci, medium compression | 108 |
$ 415 |
| UHS, 80 ci, medium compression sidecar Twin | 132 |
$ 415 |
| US, 74 ci, medium compression sidecar Twin | 1193 |
$ 395 |
Sidecars & Chassis:
· LS - Sidecar for 45ci
· MC - chassis for M's
· M - Side van w/cover
· MO - Side van w/o cover
· LSC- chassis for LS
· MC - chassis for M
Options: Accessories are sold in groups: Standard Solo, Deluxe Solo, Standard Police, Standard Servicar, Deluxe Servicar, (G/GA or GD/GDT), Standard Sport Sidecars, Deluxe Sport Sidecars, Standard for sidecar or package truck, and Deluxe Truck Group. Prices range from ($14.25-$54.00).
1938 colors |
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Hollywood Green with
Gold stripe and Black edge |
Teak
red with Black stripe and Gold
edge |
Silver tan with Sunshine
Blue stripe and Gold edge |
Police Silver with
Black stripe |
Venetian
Blue with White stripe and Burnt Orange edge |
Olive
Green with Black stripe and Gold edge (export) |
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