___ 1927 OHV Single___

Production  19,911

Power plant  21 CI single

Features       Sporting performance

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The 1927 singles, offered in 4 versions - both OHV and side-valve generator and magneto types. This bike was a down-scaled version of Harleys bigger twins. The OHV models were quicker than the side valve versions.

___1928 JDH 74 With Wicker Chair___

Production   22,350

Power plant  74 CI V-Twin

Features      Unique sidecar

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A spacer plate between the engines cylinder and crank case helped to prolong engine life when handling the weight of a sidecar. The "Chair" set a standard for luxury with it's unique material.

___1928 Flathead Single___

Production   22,350

Power plant  21.098 CI single

Features      Low maintenance

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Introduced in 1925, the flathead stressed simplicity, economy of operation, and long life. It was fitted with a Dow metal piston, lighter than aluminum. The bike was extremely easy to service, which increased it's popularity.

____1929 JD 74____

Production   21,142

Power plant  74 CI V-Twin

Features      16 hp IOE engine design

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The 1929 was the last year of production for Harley's "pocket valve" engine. This engine had the intake valve located over the exhaust valve (IOE) in a small chamber adjacent to the cylinder. It was replaced by side-valve engines.

____1929 JDH 2-Cam 74____

Production   21,142

Power plant  74 CI V-Twin

Features      2-Cam engine

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The "2-Cam" engine had a separate cam fore each valve lifter. This resulted in superior performance, and the Harley 2-Cammers won important race meets. In road trim, the 1929 JDH was the fastest Harley ever offered for sale.

___1929 Short Track Single____

Production   N/A

Power plant  30.50 CI Single cylinder

Features       Excellent performance

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Affectionely dubbed "Pea Shooter," the 350cc and 500cc singles became enormous racing successes with there speed and surprising power. Many talented riders became National Champions aboard Harley's racing singles.

____1929 OHV Single____

Production   21,142

Power plant  21 CI single cylinder, 3-speed

Features       One of the first OHV motorcycles

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Created in 1926, the little overhead valve single was produced until 1935.  Its competition counterpart, which was ridden by racing legend Joe Petrali, was known as the "Peashooter."  The "Tow Bullet Headlights" were standard feature of all 1929 and 1930 models. 

___ 1929 (or 1930) Commercial Sidecars___

Production  N/A

Power plant  Harley V-Twin motorcycles

Features       1/4 ton capacity

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With it's maneuverability and economy, Harley sidecars proved very popular for commercial purposes. It was used in no fewer than 90 different types of businesses. A complete 1929 model "Package Truck"