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Harley-Davidson WLA - User Manual

Harley-Davidson WLA
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TECHNICAL
MANUAL
No,
9-879
WAR
DEPARTMENI
Washington,
18
October
1943
MOTORCYCLE,
SOLO
(Norley-Davidson
Model
WLAj
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Summary

Part One: Vehicle Operating Instructions

Section I: Introduction

Manual overview, scope, and supersession of previous documents.

Section II: Description and Tabulated Data

Technical specifications, engine details, and performance data for the motorcycle.

Section III: Controls and Operation

Detailed explanation of all motorcycle controls and operational procedures.

Section IV: First Echelon Preventive Maintenance Services

Operator-level maintenance checks performed daily and weekly.

Section V: Lubrication

Guide to lubrication points, intervals, and lubricants for the motorcycle.

Section VI: Tools and Equipment Stowage on the Vehicle

Lists and illustrates tools and equipment carried on the vehicle.

Part Two: Organizational Maintenance

Section VII: Maintenance Allocation

Defines maintenance responsibilities by echelon and type of service.

Section VIII: Second Echelon Preventive Maintenance

Periodic maintenance services performed by mechanics.

Section IX: Organization Tools and Equipment

Lists special tools available to the organization for maintenance.

Section X: Trouble Shooting

Diagnosing and resolving common operational and mechanical problems.

Section XI: Engine

Details on engine description, data, and tune-up procedures.

Section XII: Engine-Removal and Installation

Step-by-step instructions for removing and installing the motorcycle engine.

Section XIII: Clutch

Description, maintenance, and adjustment of the motorcycle clutch assembly.

Section XIV: Transmission

Information on transmission operation, linkage, and removal/installation.

Section XV: Chains and Sprockets

Procedures for adjusting and replacing drive chains and sprockets.

Section XVI: Fuel System

Maintenance and adjustment of the carburetor and fuel system components.

Section XVII: Intake and Exhaust System

Maintenance of air cleaner, hoses, and exhaust system components.

Section XVIII: Ignition System

Troubleshooting and maintenance for spark plugs, circuit breaker, and ignition timing.

Section XIX: Generating System

Maintenance and troubleshooting of the generator and charging system.

Section XX: Brake System

Instructions for adjusting and servicing the front and rear wheel brake systems.

Section XXI: Steering Control

Maintenance and adjustment of forks, steering damper, and handlebars.

Section XXII: Sheet Metal and Equipment

Procedures for removing and installing sheet metal parts and equipment.

Section XXIII: Battery, Lighting System, Horn

Maintenance and troubleshooting for the battery, lighting, and horn systems.

Section XXIV: Instrument Panel

Procedures for removing and installing instrument panel components.

Section XXV: Tires, Wheels, and Hubs

Instructions for tire removal, wheel hub adjustment, and replacement.

Harley-Davidson WLA Specifications

General IconGeneral
ManufacturerHarley-Davidson
ModelWLA
Production Years1940-1945
Compression Ratio5.0:1
Engine TypeV-twin
Displacement739 cc
Bore x Stroke2.75 in x 3.81 in
Power23 hp
Transmission3-speed
Weight540 lb
SuspensionSpringer front, rigid rear
BrakesDrum

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