## Harley Davidson WLA 1937-1973: A Timeless Masterpiece
The Harley Davidson WLA, a legendary motorcycle that has transcended time, embodies the spirit of American ingenuity and mechanical prowess. Introduced in 1937, the WLA was designed to meet the stringent demands of the United States Army during World War II. This iconic machine served faithfully on the battlefields of Europe and the Pacific, earning a reputation for reliability, durability, and versatility.
Beneath its rugged exterior lies a meticulously engineered masterpiece. The WLA's air-cooled, 45-cubic-inch Flathead engine, coupled with a 3-speed gearbox, delivers ample power and torque for both on and off-road adventures. The engine's innovative design features a single camshaft operating overhead valves, ensuring optimal efficiency and performance.
The WLA's chassis is a testament to the strength and resilience of American manufacturing. Its rigid swingarm rear suspension provides exceptional stability and handling, while the hydraulically damped front fork absorbs bumps and irregularities with ease. The motorcycle's low stance and wide handlebars offer a commanding riding position, enhancing maneuverability and control.
Furthermore, the WLA is equipped with a robust electrical system, featuring a 6-volt battery and a mechanical generator. This ensures reliable ignition and lighting, allowing for safe and confident riding even in low-light conditions.
The WLA's rugged and utilitarian design reflects its intended purpose as a military vehicle. The motorcycle features a heavy-duty luggage rack, a large toolbox, and a robust front bumper for added protection. The saddle, constructed from durable leather, provides ample support and comfort for extended journeys.
Throughout its production run, the WLA underwent several upgrades and improvements. The 1957 model, for example, introduced an updated electrical system and a more efficient carburetor, enhancing performance and reliability. The 1965 model marked a significant shift with the introduction of a 12-volt electrical system, offering brighter lighting and more robust ignition.
Today, the Harley Davidson WLA remains a highly sought-after motorcycle among enthusiasts and collectors. Its timeless design, historical significance, and unparalleled riding experience make it a true automotive icon. Whether navigating the urban landscape or conquering off-road trails, the WLA continues to inspire awe and admiration in all who behold it.
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This Harley Davidson WLA 1937-1973 service manual provides data, characteristics, instructions and methodology to perform repair interventions on the vehicle and its components.
This manual includes special notes, important points, service data, precautions, etc. that are needed for the maintenance, adjustments, service, removal and installation of vehicle components for Harley Davidson WLA 1937-1973.
The most detailed, comprehensive step by step procedures, explanations, and pictorial diagrams from bumper to bumper you will ever see for Harley Davidson WLA 1937-1973.
Harley Davidson WLA 1937-1973 Service Repair Manual meets all your information needs to repair or make some adjustments to your Harley Davidson WLA 1937-1973 Service Repair Manual. This manual is intended as a handy, easy to read reference book for the mechanics and DIY persons. Comprehensive explanations of all installation, removal, disassembly, assembly, repair and check procedures are laid out with the individual steps in sequential order.
Detailed illustrations, exploded diagrams, drawings and photos guide you through every service repair procedure for Harley Davidson WLA 1937-1973 Service Repair Manual.
Adjustment and repair operations include reference to Service tool numbers and the associated illustration depicts the tool for Harley Davidson WLA 1937-1973. Where usage is not obvious the tool is shown in use.
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This service manual has been specially prepared so that the explanation is very simple. It has been prepared so that if this manual is thoroughly read, even comparatively new personel can give satisfactory after services to the customers as well as disassemble and maintain the vehicle.
All service and repair instructions included for Harley Davidson WLA 1937-1973.
Always use the correct special service tools or equipment specified. Under no circumstances use makeshift tools or equipment since the use of substitutes may adversely affect safe operation.
Where accurate measurements are required, they can only be made using calibrated, precision instruments.
Providing that the service schedules are respected, the customers can be sure of obtaining the maximum satisfaction and best result from his car. This manual provides general descriptions for accomplishing service and repair work with tested, efective tehniques. Following them will help assure reliability.
Information on the construction and function are included. This part should be understood before proceeding with troubleshooting, disassembling and servicing. Information on the troubleshooting, servicing specification lists, tightening torque, checking and adjusting, disassembling and assembling and servicing which cover procedures, precautions, factory specifications and allowable limits.
Information in this manual for Harley Davidson WLA 1937-1973 is divided into groups. These groups contain general information, diagnosis, testing, adjustments, removal, installation, disassembly, and assembly procedures for the systems and components. Appropiate service methods and correct repair procedures are esential for the safe, reliabe operation of all motor vehicles as well as the personal safety of the individual carrying out the work.
The illustrations in this manual are used to highlight the fundamental principles and procedures of basic interventions. They may not show exactly the Harley Davidson WLA 1937-1973 in your possession.
Adjustment and repair operations also include reference to wear limits for Harley Davidson WLA 1937-1973. Relevant data, useful assembly details all in this SERVICE MANUAL for Harley Davidson WLA 1937-1973.
In order to perform the work efficiently and to avoid costly mistakes, read the text and thoroughly familiarise yourself with procedures before starting work.
All work should be performed with great care and in a clean working area with adequate lighting.
Please peruse and utilize this manual for Harley Davidson WLA 1937-1973 fully to ensurea complete repair work for satisfying you or your customers by keeping their vehicle in optimum condition.
All information, illustration and specifications contained in this manual are based on the latest product information avaiable at the time of publication approval. The specification, maintenance and other information for the components are included, and diagnostic information has also been added where necessary. These torque values are intended for use in service assembly and installation procedures using the correct OEM fasteners. When replacing fasteners, always use the same type (part number) fastener as removed.
This Harley Davidson WLA 1937-1973 book outlines procedures for servicing and repairing vehicles using safe, effective methods. The procedures contain many NOTES, CAUTIONS and WARNINGS which should be followed along with standard safety procedures to eliminate the possibility of personal injury or improper service which could damage the vehicle or compromise its safety.
To maximise the life of your Harley Davidson WLA 1937-1973:
Accurately follow the maintenance requirements of the periodic maintenance chart in the service manual.
Do not allow problems to develop. Investigate unusual noises and changes in the riding characteristics of the Harley Davidson WLA 1937-1973. Rectify all problems as soon as possible (immediately if safety related).
Use only genuine Harley Davidson WLA 1937-1973 parts as listed in the parts catalogue.
Follow the procedures in this manual carefully and completely. Do not take short cuts.
Keep complete records of all maintenance and repairs with dates and any new parts installed.
Use only approved lubricants, as specified, in the manual of the Harley Davidson WLA 1937-1973.
This manual for Harley Davidson WLA 1937-1973 has been issued to provide you with technical information regarding the design, function, disassembly, adjusting work and troubleshooting on the components and model of the Harley Davidson WLA 1937-1973.
The descriptions are brief but precise and are supported by photographs, notes, drawings and schematics, as well as exploded and sectional drawings. All this information is intended to simplify any necessary repair work which can be performed on Harley Davidson WLA 1937-1973.
This manual also contains information about adjusting work and valuable reference data for such adjustment values.
For all maintenance and repair work on Harley Davidson WLA 1937-1973, all accident prevention guidelines must be strictly observed. To perform all repairs listed in this manual, a complete set of standard tools, as well as the special tools and fixtures shown and listed are necessary.
No special emphasis is put on replacing sealing components as we assume that these items are replaced during any repair. Unless specific values are given, all threaded connections should be tightened according to the required tightening torques listed on torque charts.
When describing work, which can be dangerous, we have described the required safety measures in this manual and indicated them by special remarks DANGER, CAUTION or NOTE.
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This manual for Harley Davidson WLA 1937-1973 is designed primarily for use by trained technicians in a properly equipped workshop. However, it contains enough detail and basic information to make it useful to the owner who desires to perform his own basic maintenance and repair work. The work can only be carried out if the owner has the necessary hand and special service tools to complete the job.
A basic knowledge of mechanics, including the proper use of tools and workshop procedures is necessary in order to carry out maintenance and repair work, satisfactorily.
GENERAL TAGS FOR MOTORCYCLES:
SPECIFICATIONS for Harley Davidson WLA 1937-1973.
VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION NUMBER (V.I.N.) for Harley Davidson WLA 1937-1973.
WHEELS for Harley Davidson WLA 1937-1973.
FRONT WHEEL for Harley Davidson WLA 1937-1973.
REAR WHEEL for Harley Davidson WLA 1937-1973.
TIRES for Harley Davidson WLA 1937-1973.
FRONT BRAKE MASTER CYLINDER AND HAND LEVER for Harley Davidson WLA 1937-1973.
FRONT BRAKE LINE for Harley Davidson WLA 1937-1973.
FRONT BRAKE CALIPER for Harley Davidson WLA 1937-1973.
BRAKE PEDAL for Harley Davidson WLA 1937-1973.
REAR BRAKE MASTER CYLINDER for Harley Davidson WLA 1937-1973.
REAR BRAKE LINE for Harley Davidson WLA 1937-1973.
REAR BRAKE CALIPER for Harley Davidson WLA 1937-1973.
FENDERS for Harley Davidson WLA 1937-1973.
FRONT FORK for Harley Davidson WLA 1937-1973.
FORK CLAMPS: UPPER AND LOWER for Harley Davidson WLA 1937-1973.
STEERING HEAD BEARINGS for Harley Davidson WLA 1937-1973.
SWINGARM AND BRACE for Harley Davidson WLA 1937-1973.
FRAME for Harley Davidson WLA 1937-1973.
REAR SHOCK ABSORBER for Harley Davidson WLA 1937-1973.
THROTTLE CONTROL for Harley Davidson WLA 1937-1973.
CLUTCH CONTROL for Harley Davidson WLA 1937-1973.
HEADLAMP ASSEMBLY AND SUPPORT BRACKET for Harley Davidson WLA 1937-1973.
FOOTPEG, HEEL GUARD AND MOUNT for Harley Davidson WLA 1937-1973.
SPROCKET COVER for Harley Davidson WLA 1937-1973.
BELT GUARDS. for Harley Davidson WLA 1937-1973.
INTAKE COVER for Harley Davidson WLA 1937-1973.
SIDESTAND for Harley Davidson WLA 1937-1973.
SEAT LOCKS for Harley Davidson WLA 1937-1973.
ENGINE for Harley Davidson WLA 1937-1973.
ENGINE REMOVAL for Harley Davidson WLA 1937-1973.
ENGINE INSTALLATION for Harley Davidson WLA 1937-1973.
CYLINDER HEAD for Harley Davidson WLA 1937-1973.
CYLINDER AND PISTON for Harley Davidson WLA 1937-1973.
LUBRICATION SYSTEM for Harley Davidson WLA 1937-1973.
OIL RESERVOIR AND OIL HOSE ROUTING for Harley Davidson WLA 1937-1973.
OIL COOLER for Harley Davidson WLA 1937-1973.
OIL PRESSURE INDICATOR SWITCH for Harley Davidson WLA 1937-1973.
CRANKCASE BREATHING SYSTEM for Harley Davidson WLA 1937-1973.
OILING SYSTEM for Harley Davidson WLA 1937-1973.
OIL PUMP for Harley Davidson WLA 1937-1973.
HYDRAULIC LIFTERS for Harley Davidson WLA 1937-1973.
GEARCASE AND CAM GEARS for Harley Davidson WLA 1937-1973.
CRANKCASE for Harley Davidson WLA 1937-1973.
AIR CLEANER ASSEMBLY for Harley Davidson WLA 1937-1973.
ELECTRONIC CONTROL MODULE (ECM) for Harley Davidson WLA 1937-1973.
THROTTLE POSITION SENSOR (TPS) for Harley Davidson WLA 1937-1973.
IGNITION COIL for Harley Davidson WLA 1937-1973.
FUEL TANK for Harley Davidson WLA 1937-1973.
FUEL PUMP for Harley Davidson WLA 1937-1973.
THROTTLE BODY for Harley Davidson WLA 1937-1973.
EXHAUST SYSTEM for Harley Davidson WLA 1937-1973.
STARTER for Harley Davidson WLA 1937-1973.
IGNITION SYSTEM for Harley Davidson WLA 1937-1973.
IGNITION/HEADLAMP KEY SWITCH for Harley Davidson WLA 1937-1973.
SPARK PLUG CABLES for Harley Davidson WLA 1937-1973.
CHARGING SYSTEM for Harley Davidson WLA 1937-1973.
BATTERY CABLES for Harley Davidson WLA 1937-1973.
VOLTAGE REGULATOR for Harley Davidson WLA 1937-1973.
ALTERNATOR for Harley Davidson WLA 1937-1973.
TURN SIGNAL FLASHER, FRONT TURN SIGNALS, REAR TURN SIGNALS for Harley Davidson WLA 1937-1973.
HEADLIGHT, TAIL LAMP for Harley Davidson WLA 1937-1973.
MAIN FUSE AND FUSES for Harley Davidson WLA 1937-1973.
WIRING DIAGRAMS for Harley Davidson WLA 1937-1973.
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Harley Davidson WLA 1937-1973 Workshop Service Manual for Repair.
