1953 Harley-Davidson Motorcycles Servi-Car & More - 2-Page Vintage Motorcycle Ad

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1953 Harley-Davidson Motorcycles Servi-Car & More - 2-Page Vintage Motorcycle Ad
Original, vintage magazine advertisement
Page Size: Approx. 18" x 12" (46 cm x 30 cm)
Condition: Good
Most sensational Motorcycles ever announced
1953 Harley-Davidsons*
NEW
MODEL 165
A brand-new lightweight with a big-
ger motor. Stepped up to 165 c.c.
—60% more horsepower! Smoother
performance! Sleek, racy lines.
Bright, modern, attractive colors —
Pepper Red, Glacier Blue, Forest
Green and Metallic Glamour Green.
1953 HARLEY-DAVIDSONS are years ahead
with many advanced design features
New, more powerful 165 c.c. mo-
tor. More horsepower, greater
cruising speed. Adds pep, acceler-
ation, smoothens performance.
Compact, attractive Tele-Glide
telescopic spring fork. Makes the
roughest roads and trails seem
smooth for greater riding pleasure.
NEW
MODEL K
A sensation for “roadability,” han-
dling ease and riding comfort un-
equalled by any motorcycle in its
class. Amazing speed, power and
acceleration from the V-type 45 cu.
in. side valve motor. New, faster
throttle action. Obtainable in selec-
tion of seven brilliant new colors.
Powerful 45 cu. in. side valve
motor. V-type Twin with integral
unit, 4-speed transmission. Re-
movable aluminum alloy cylinder
heads. Double-venturi carburetor.
Rear Suspension ■—• Swing arm
type supported by two helical coil
springs and controlled by two
hydraulic, automotive-type shock
absorbers — Royalite covered.
HERE’S the greatest line of motorcycles in the his-
tory of the industry. Harley-Davidsons for 1953
— unsurpassed for breath-taking performance, superb
beauty, deep-down quality. Every model outstandingly
designed and refined to give you the finest ride avail-
able any tv here. Slip into the saddle of one of these
sleek, streamlined All-American beauties. You’ll marvel
at the selection of beautiful finishes, the gleaming
chrome, the rugged construction, and the easy-riding-
comfort built into these Harley-Davidsons. You’ll get
a spine-tingling thrill from the surge of power as you
slip through the gears and flatten out the miles. It’s a
proud feeling to own the best! See these snappy new
1953 motorcycles at your Harley-Davidson dealer today.
HARLEY-DAVIDSON MOTOR CO.
MILWAUKEE 1, WISCONSIN U.S.A.
THE SERVI-CAR A real business builder and
money-maker for garages, service stations and package delivery.
Keeps garage work rolling. Ample box for carrying packages.
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NEW
MODEL 74 OH V
The standard of the world in per-
formance, comfort, quality, power
and looks. Finest features include
famous Hydra-Glide fork and the
55 hp engine that leads the auto-
motive industry for V-type design.
Obtainable in 7 brilliant colors that
harmonize with gleaming chrome.
World-famous V-type 74 OHV
engine—55 hp—the only motor-
cycle engine in the world with
hydraulic valve lifters. Has hem-
ispherical combustion chambers,
valve rotators, Ampco valve seats.
Hydra-Glide fork—famous Harley-
Davidson feature that irons out
bumps and ruts in roads and
trails. Gives you floating, smooth-
riding comfort. Ride hundreds of
miles—all day—without fatigue.
Exhaust valve rotators prevent
building up of carbon deposits
on valve face and stem. Lessens
chance of valve-head warping
and burning. Lengthens engine
service without valve reseating.
THE SIDECAR
Doubles motorcycling fun. Ideal for friend and
family. You’ll like its trim lines, harmonizing
finishes and rugged and comfortable construction.
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