Category Archives: Panhead Harleys

The Harley Panheads from 1948 through 1965.

1948 Harley Panhead Classic Motorcycle – Dirty & Rusty

Posted on April 7, 2013 by Buzz Kanter

When it comes to classic Harley motorcycles, what is there about dirty, old and rusty ones that make them stand out from the crowd? Park a couple of fully restored classic Harleys and one dirty, rusty one, and guess which … Continue reading →

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Classic Harleys – Some Personal Long Time Favorites 1947 Knucklehead, 1955 Panhead

Posted on August 7, 2012 by 36 Knuck

I have to confess when I started my love affair with classic Harleys (and I have to admit more than one Indian motorcycle) I thought the best of all time was from the late Knucklehead or rigid Panhead era. I found the more affordable … Continue reading →

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Harley Gypsy Vacation Hydra-Glide 1950 Motorcycle Ad

Posted on November 1, 2011 by classic1903

  Take a “GYPSY VACATION” with a Harley-Davidson Hydra-Glide THIS year … go roaming! Swing into the saddle of a super-smooth Harley-Davidson Hydra-Glide and see America the thrilling, fun-packed way! Cruise down scenic back-country roads! Explore little-known wilderness trails! Adventure … Continue reading →

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1954 Harley Panhead Hydra-Glide Motorcycle Ad

Posted on August 25, 2011 by classic1903

  POWER that turns mountains into molehills … and miles into minutes! HERE’S power-riding at its thrilling best. From the moment you swing into the foam-rubber cushioned saddle . . . from the instant you twist the throttle of this … Continue reading →

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1951 Harley Davidson Hydra Glide Panhead Motorcycle Ad

Posted on July 25, 2011 by classic1903

  What a Honey! The New 1951 Harley-Davidson HYDRA-GLIDE SLEEK, smooth and beautiful. And what a performer. Takes off like a scared rabbit. Snuggles to the road like a clinging vine. Breezes over hills like a bird. Whisks you over … Continue reading →

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1948 Harley Panhead Description, Price & Production Data

Posted on July 20, 2011 by classic1903

The Harley-Davidson Panhead, Harley’s second generation production OHV motorcycle, was manufactured and sold from 1948 through 1965 production years.  Here is some basic information on the 1948 Harley Panhead models and quantities. 1948 Production Year 48-E Sport Solo: 61 cubic inch, … Continue reading →

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Bizarre Harley Panhead Powered Snowmobile

Posted on June 24, 2011 by classic1903

Over the years Harley powertrains have been used for a lot of different uses the factory might never had considered. Sometimes it was to solve a problem and others it was simply to get creative or have some fun. Here … Continue reading →

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