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Old Jan 30, 2013 | 07:56 AM
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An interesting look into what was available from Harley in 1948. This was the first year of the Panhead engine and Harley was still making WL's, UL's and Servicars.

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Old Jan 30, 2013 | 09:22 AM
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Pretty cool, 74 cubic inches with an optional 4-speed. Thanks for sharing
 
Old Jan 30, 2013 | 09:25 AM
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Cool! A look back to the old days is pretty nice. Funny that call it "your mount" and "trusty steed" like it's a horse.
 
Old Jan 30, 2013 | 09:35 AM
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Nice! I read the whole advertisement. Thanks for posting...
 
Old Jan 30, 2013 | 09:52 AM
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l always fantisized about a '47 Harley, Year I was born.
 
Old Jan 30, 2013 | 10:41 AM
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Not really sure that brochure accurately describes today's Dealer network. Had to bite my lip on some of the statements. 1948 was a good year to be born.
 
Old Jan 30, 2013 | 11:12 AM
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l always fantisized about a '47 Harley, Year I was born.

Born in '73.... damn them and AMF!!! LOL
 
Old Jan 30, 2013 | 11:23 AM
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Sweet. I wants me that sidecar for my Slim!
 
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Note the "quickly detachable interchangable wire wheels".
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I think the biggest difference between that brochure and today's is the lack of hype. With today's marketing, each model has a name and a bunch of very creative writing to describe the bike in intangible terms whereas this brochure was all about the specs of each bike and made no such commentary on anything but the overall brand and the dealer network.
 
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