Harley-Davidson Sidecars

Overview

Volume I is the only book in publication that covers the history and restoration of Harley-Davidson sidecars for the period 1914-1935. The book covers single and two-passenger sidecars including the 1914 Model 10H, 1915-22 Model L “Pleasure/Tourist”, 1918-22 Two-Passenger Model QL “Pleasure/Tourist”, 1920-22 Model LR “Road-Stir”, 1920-28 Model LX “Speedster-Racer”, 1922-35 Model LT “Royal Tourist”, 1922-33 Two-Passenger Model QT “Family Delight”, and 1929-35 Model LS “45” Lite sidecar.

Topics covered in detail include Harley-Davidson Sidecar History, Parts Books, Sidecar Models and Descriptions, Instructions for Disassembly and Assembly, Chassis, Chassis Connections, Leaf Spring Assemblies, Support Rods, Sidecar Steps, Axles, Brakes, Wheels, Mudguards and Attachments, Sidecar Bodies, Interiors, Footboards, Recoil Check Strap Assemblies, Accessories for Sidecars, Sidecar Tops, Windscreens, Tire and Luggage Carriers, Sidecar Lamps, Paint and Finishes, Plating, Decals and Transfers, Motorcycle Sidecar Motors, Instructions for Attaching Sidecar Tops, Motorcycle Adjustments for Sidecars, Motorcycle Gear Ratios for Sidecars, Lubrication, and Installing Rivets.

Volume I is packed with almost 550 pages of sidecar history and restoration details and has almost 600 Harley-Davidson factory and period photos including illustrations showing unmolested sidecars, production methods, and part assemblies. The book also contains hundreds of photos showing original parts, assembly diagrams, and restoration techniques to help visualize and explain the verbiage.

Volume II is the only book in publication that covers the history and restoration of Harley-Davidson sidecars for the period 1936-1967. The book covers the 1936 right and left-hand Model K, 1936-67 right-hand Model LE, and 1936-57 left-hand Model LLE metal body sidecars.

Topics covered in detail include Harley-Davidson Sidecar History, Sidecar Models and Descriptions, Parts Books and Hardware, Sidecar Disassembly and Assembly, Chassis, Chassis Connections, Leaf Spring Assemblies, Support Rods, Sidecar Steps, Axles, Brakes, Wheels, Mudguards and Attachments, Sidecar Bodies, Interiors, Footboards, Recoil Check Strap Assemblies, Sidecar Windshields, Spare Wheel Carriers, Accessories for Sidecars, Tail/Stop Light Assemblies, Paint, Finishes, Plating, Transfers, Motorcycle Sidecar Motors, Handlebars, Forks, and Safety Guards, Sidecar Assembly Diagrams, Rebuilding Sidecar Wheel Hubs, Building and Truing Sidecar Wheels, Mounting Tires, Sidecar Brake Service, Installing Sidecar Windshields, Harley-Davidson Paints, Motorcycle Adjustments for Sidecars, Lubrication, and Installing Rivets.

Volume II is packed with over 400 pages of sidecar history and restoration details including a plethora of Harley-Davidson factory and period photos including illustrations showing unmolested sidecars, production methods, and part assemblies. The book also contains hundreds of photos showing original parts, assembly diagrams, and restoration techniques to help visualize and explain the verbiage.

Both books are easy to read and understand with large text, but best of all the book layout makes it easy to find information about specific model years without spend a lot of time searching through the sections. And even though the subject matter is specific to 1914-1967 Harley-Davidson sidecars, many of the parts and procedures discussed in the book are applicable to H-D sidecars beyond 1967. So, whether you are restoring a specific year sidecar model or just want to know more about the history of Harley-Davidson sidecars, these books are a must have.

Also available is the 1914-1935 Harley-Davidson Sidecar Book Supplement, which is a 95-page quick reference guide to Part Numbers, Descriptions, and Finishes for 1914-35 H-D Sidecars.

Due to paper shortages, supplies will be limited so order any book or books today by clicking the "ORDER A BOOK" icon above. Include your name and contact information and we will send you payment information. The price for either Volume I or Volume II is $95 each plus taxes (if applicable) and shipping. The price for the Volume I Book Supplement is $28 plus taxes (if applicable) and shipping.