History
1934 VFD Harley Davidson purchased in poor condition from Bundaberg Harley 2018.
1200cc last of Harleys total oil loss motor
Five solo VFD Harleys made in 1934.
The motor cycle has been restored as close as possible to original specifications.
Original standard colour was red/silver. This bike is painted in the optional colours for that year, Orlando Orange / Black.
Owner: Ian Ninness of Bundaberg Qld.
Mechanical and build : Shane Mather of “Busted Knuckle”
Engineering of motor rebuild : Ollie (Brisbane)
Paint: Steve Coney of Warwick.
Gear box: Steve of VL Heaven (U.K.)
Modifications
Originality was an important factor in the restoration of this motorcycle. Original parts were sourced at substantial expense all over the world. eg. correct carby from USA for a cost of $1,300 plus postage. There are only 2 repop. items in the bike that I could not source in original. The motor was completely rebuilt (virtually everything in it) by Ollie, a renowned Harley engineer in Brisbane at a cost of about $10,000 for parts and labour. The gear box was purchased rebuilt from Steve of VL Heaven in England at a cost of $3,500. The paint code was obtained after 12 months research from the USA.
