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AI1942 Harley-Davidson WLA military motorcycle museum side profile

Harley Davidson

WLA

Classic · 745 cc

For sale now4 motorcycles
Engine
745 cc
Power
23 hp
Weight
255 kg
Price range
€17,790 – €23,350
Avg. mileage
10,856 km
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Model family

WLA at a glance

Quick reference values. Model year, generation and trim can differ.

Displacement

745 cc

Power

23 hp · 17 kW

Torque

52 Nm

Category

Classic

Specifications

1 variants
Displacement
745 cc
Power
23 hp · 17 kW
Torque
52 Nm
Weight
255 kg
Seat height
760 mm
Top speed
105 km/h
Production
1941 – 1945
Category
Classic

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4 results for Harley Davidson WLA
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1942 Harley-Davidson WLA 750cc - €20,950 (1/1)

Harley-Davidson WLA 750cc

€20,950
1942Mileage unknown

Grubbenvorst, LI - Dutch Lion Motorbikes

Dealer website
1942 Harley-Davidson WLA Liberator Beach Racer - Price on request (1/1)

Harley-Davidson WLA Liberator Beach Racer

Price on request
194211,844 km
Dealer website
1942 Harley-Davidson WLA 750cc 1942 Finland Registration Papers - €17,000 (1/1)

Harley-Davidson WLA 750cc 1942 Finland Registration Papers

€17,000
1942Mileage unknown

Grubbenvorst, LI - Dutch Lion Motorbikes

Dealer website
1942 Harley-Davidson WLA - €23,950 (1/1)

Harley-Davidson WLA

€23,950
19429,868 km

Oud-Beijerland, ZH - Suur Motoren

Dealer website
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Generations and editions

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1 variants

Years

1941 - 1945

WLA

Generation

This technical reference row for the WLA combines the available catalogue data: 745 cc, 17 kW, 23 hp, 255 kg. It describes the model reference, but does not necessarily distinguish every production or equipment change. Always verify model year, trim and technical values against the individual motorcycle.

745 cc23 hp
About this model

About the Harley Davidson WLA

The Harley-Davidson WLA is the military version of the Harley-Davidson Model W series, produced from 1941 to 1945 for the US and Allied armies. The WLA (W = 45ci, L = heavy-duty equipment, A = Army) is fitted with a 745 cc side-valve flathead V-twin and adapted for field use: rifle scabbard, blackout paint, protected ignition cables, and widened mudguards. More than 88,000 units were built; many were declared surplus after the war and entered the civilian market.

The WLA is today an iconic piece of American military heritage. It appeals exclusively to collectors and enthusiasts of WWII vehicles. Technical knowledge of flathead V-twins is required; parts are available through specialist suppliers. Original military accessories (ammunition pouch, leg guards) significantly enhance historical value. A classic favourite at veteran meets and commemoration parades.

Category
Classic
Production
1941 – 1945
Power
23 hp
Weight
255 kg
  • 1942 Harley-Davidson WLA military motorcycle at museum
  • 1940 Harley-Davidson WLA side view
  • Harley-Davidson WLA military motorcycle at outdoor display
Before you buy

What to check before buying

  • Check the flathead engine for oil sealing at the cylinder head and crankcase; this is the most common technical issue on high-hour examples.
  • Inspect all original military wiring for dry-rot and repair work; 80-year-old cables are a fire hazard and must have been fully replaced or inspected.
  • Assess the condition of original military accessories: rifle scabbard, ammunition pouch, and leg guards are scarce and valuable but also frequently reproduced.
  • Verify frame numbers for authenticity; the proportion of replica or restored WLAs is high; a genuine numbers-matching example commands a significant premium.
  • Ask about brake drum condition; on aged examples, brake shoe material, drum wear, and wide-track drum alignment are the most important items to inspect.
Frequently asked questions

Frequently asked questions about the Harley Davidson WLA

  1. What does a used Harley Davidson WLA cost?

    A used Harley Davidson WLA costs €20,950 on average. Most cost €17,790 to €23,350. This is based on 4 motorcycles for sale now.

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