1953 Harley-Davidson Hydra-Glide 74 OHV Deluxe with Sidecar

Description

OFFERED WITHOUT RESERVE

Harley Davidson’s Model 74 OHV – better known as the Hydra-Glide – was introduced in 1948 as a significantly improved motorcycle, one that would carry the company through the next 17 years. The telescopic “Hydra-Glide” front forks that gave the bike its name debuted the very next year. Powering the Hydra-Glide was a 74 cu-in, 55 horsepower, OHV V-twin engine fed by a single carburetor, a hand-shifted three-speed, a hard-tail rear end, a hand-operated front drum brake, and a foot-operated rear brake.

The new engine was notable for its aluminum cylinder heads with bronze valve inserts and steel guides, and the cylinder heads also had steel inserts for the cylinder bolts and plugs and used push-rod-type hydraulic lifters in the valve train. The rocker arms and cylinder heads were completely redesigned, and the aluminum heads dissipated heat faster. A new camshaft, new exhaust ports, and a new intake manifold gave an extra 5 horsepower, and a larger oil pump boosted oil flow by 25 percent to the valves where it was needed.

Highlights

• Offered from The Boca Raton Collection

• Offered with a Sidecar with rear mounted spare wheel

• The engine number (53FLE4407) of this 74 OHV Hydra-Glide decodes as:

  • 53 – 1953

  • FLE - 74 cu-in OHV engine tank “Traffic Combination” handshift model

  • 4407 – Production Number

• Restored in two-tone red and black livery

• Fog lamps with visors

• Plexi windscreen

• Dual side-view mirrors

• Chrome wire wheels

• Leather studded seat

• Loaded with chrome trim

• Offered with 31,677 miles at cataloging, however the true mileage is unknown.

Features

• Studded mudflaps

• Fender Guard

• Crash Guard

• Foot clutch

• Luggage rack

• Tool box

• Dual exhaust

• Tombstone taillight

• Stewart Warner oil pressure & amperage gauges in sidecar in wood dash panel

• Air cleaner

• Remote oil filter

Known Imperfections

• An older restoration that continues to present well

Ownership History

As a member of The Boca Raton Collection, this 1953 Harley-Davidson Hydra-Glide 74 OHV Deluxe with Sidecar is a well-presenting example deserving of continued preservation.

Additional Notes

A Broad Arrow Group Consignment Specialist is working as an agent on behalf of the owner of this vehicle.

Contact: Donnie Gould Phone: 954.647.0779 email: donnie.gould@broadarrowgroup.com

Sales Tax Notice to Arkansas, Mississippi, and West Virginia Bidders: Because this motorcycle is located in Florida, Hagerty Marketplace may be required to collect and remit Florida sales tax on your purchase, even if you plan to register it outside of Florida. Unlike most other states, the states of Arkansas, Mississippi, and West Virginia may not provide a full credit against sales taxes paid to Florida. For additional information, please consult this publication and your own tax advisor regarding sales taxes applicable to cars located in Florida that are sold to residents of another state.