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1966 Harley-Davidson Other

Frame up Restoration, Looks & Runs Like New
Current Price:26500.00 USD
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.HARLEY-DAVIDSON FLH 74ci Shovel-Head

ALL NEW & STUNNING 

Frame Up Restoration Done by Kaplan Cycles

First Year Electric Start Shovel-Head


Full Provenance- From the SoCal Harold Zauner Collection

Comprehensive Professional Restoration just completed - including a New World Class Paint Job

It's Ready to Ride or Show today.

 It Looks, Runs, and Rides like Brand New


This was a labor of love with no expense spared.

Worked on by our best mechanics

STRIPPED TO THE FRAME, and Restored PIECE BY PIECE- Every Part Was Plated, Polished, Painted, or Replaced

Over $40,000 Total Invested;

$26,400 In Labor (15 Months Over 176 Hours) Plus Over $6,000 In Parts + Materials = $32,400.00.

 Plus the Cost of the Bike and Shipping from California. 


Sold on Clear California Title

NADA #1 Value of $25,085.00

with comparable sales of:
$29,700 (Mecum Vegas 2022)

$27,500 (Mecum Vegas 2022)

Please Read our work-order notes here and watch demonstration video for all details.

WAY TO MUCH TO LIST IT ALL

INTAKE/FUEL/IGNITION

  • New NGK Spark Plugs 
  • New Spark Plug Wire Set 
  • New 12 Volt Heavy Duty Battery 
  • New Chrome Ribbed Battery Cover
  • Cleaned, Rebuilt, and Tuned Carburetor
  • New Fuel Petcock
  • New Fuel Lines
  • New VP94 Non-Ethanol Fuel
  • New Intake Manifold Gaskets
  • New Smooth Air Cleaner Housing + New Filter
  • New Intake Support Bracket
  • New Head Pipe Exhaust Gaskets 

ENGINE / TRANS / PRIMARY

  • Top End Rebuilt by Harold before his passing
  • Excellent Compression and Runs Fantastic
  • New Valve Cover Gaskets
  • Drained Oil and Removed Oil Reservoir 
  • All New Oil Lines
  • Cleaned, Inspected and Reinstalled Oil Tank 
  • New Maxima SAE 50w Engine Oil + Filter
  • New Transmission Inner and Outer Seal Set 
  • New Harley Davidson Transmission Oil
  • Reconditioned Original Clutch and Compensator 
  • New Outer Primary Cover 
  • New Primary Case Gaskets & Seals

COMPLETELY NEW DIALED-IN CONTROLS:

  • New Floor Boards 
  • New White Floor Board Rubber Pads 
  • New White Shifter Rubber 
  • New White Kick Start Rubber 
  • New Solo Seat 
  • New Rear Seat Pillion Pad (COMES WITH THE BIKE, SHOWN IN PICS)
  • Replacement OEM Handlebars 
  • New White Waffle Hand Grips 
  • New OEM Style Grip Button Set 
  • New Short Style Handlebar Switch Caps 
  • New Long Style Handlebar Switch Caps 
  • New Handlebar Bushing Set 
  • New Handlebar Riser Bushing Set 
  • New 1½” Short Riser 
  • New Riser Bolt Kit
  • Power Lubed Clutch Cable
  • Properly Set Clutch Booster

SUSPENSION / CHASSIS / BRAKES:

  • NEW 41mm Chrome Glide Front Fork Assembly with Triple Clamps and Chrome Sliders (New Fork Bushings, Internals, and Springs)
  • Feels like a brand new Softail - TIGHT and "On-Point"
  • New Chrome Fork Neck Cap Kit
  • New Damper Rod Assemblies 
  • New Steering Neck Bearings
  • Set Steering Bearing Preload

  • New Drag Specialties HD Chrome Final Drive Chain & Sprockets
  • New Chain Guard & Mounting Kit 
  • New Coker 5.00x16 Wide White Wall Tires 

  • COMPLETE BRAKE SERVICE R+R

    • New Front Brake Cable + Fitting Kit 
    • New Front Brake Cable Clip Kit 
    • New Front Brake Shoes 
    • Cleaned and Lubed All Front Brake Pivots
    • New Rear Brake Hose 
    • New Rear Brake Drum Master Cylinder 
    • New Rear Wheel Cylinder Assembly 
    • New Rear Brake Shoes

    CONTROLS / INSTRUMENTS / ELECTRONICS

    • BIKE HAS ALL BRAND NEW WIRING HARNESS, ALL NEW CABLES, ALL NEW CONTROLS
    • New Ignition Switch Assembly 
    • Replacement Speedometer 
    • New Speedometer Reset Button 
    • New ½" Chrome Caps for Nacelle Cover 
    • New Neutral Switch
    • New Three Light Dash Plate 
    • New Flasher Relay 
    • New 12 Volt Voltage Regulator 
    • New FLH Wiring Harness with Spotlight and Directionals 
    • New Handlebar Wiring Harness 
    • New Electrical Terminal Box Assembly 
    • New Electrical Terminal Plate 
    • New Ignition Coil Cover 
    • Rewired All Electrical Systems

    BODYWORK / MISC:

    • New Hinged Rear Fender 
    • New Chrome Rear Fender Struts 
    • New License Plate Bracket 
    • New Taillight Gasket 
    • New Kick Stand Bumper Pad 
    • New Front Fender Mounting Kit 
    • New Front Fender Bottom Trim
    • New Gas Tank Mount Kit 
    • New Gas Cap Kit 
    • New Gas Tank Emblem Screws
    First Year Pan-Shovels are The Most Collectible Of The Shovel-Heads

    CALL KEN KAPLAN JR WITH ANY QUESTIONS 860-471-0192 24/7
    Message us your ZIP for a shipping quote!
    We offer financing through Freedom Road, call Jr to get approved.
    All Trade Ins Considered
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    SOLD ON CLEAR TITLE + Q1 BILL OF SALE.
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    AUCTION TERMS:

    All motorcycles & vehicles are sold as-is where-is.

    Kaplan Cycles guarantees all motorcycles are as-described. Please read the entire description and watch the entire video before bidding.

    A non-refundable deposit is due immediately on purchase. PayPal or Credit Card is accepted for the deposit.

    Cash (In-Person), Card (+3% fee), or Wire Transfer are our only accepted forms of final payment.

    Full payment must be made within 72 hours of auction close.

    Your motorcycle must be picked up within 30 days of auction close. 
    Exceptions are made only for international buyers OR buyers who have ALREADY made transport arrangements with a third party.
    If a motorcycle is purchased and left here for longer than 30 days without written permission from Kaplan Cycles it will be resold. In the case of a re-sale, the owner will be entitled to a refund less storage fees ($25/ day beginning 30 days from auction close) ONLY if the motorcycle was paid in full on-time within the auction terms.

    We always describe our motorcycles as accurately as possible.

    You are purchasing a classic motorcycle. Even in cases where a bike may be in good running/ operating condition, new problems & idiosyncrasies can arise over-time from sitting or regular use.

    If you have an issue with the motorcycle you’ve received, contact us within 24 hours of delivery and before leaving feedback so that we can address your concerns.

    It is important you have at least a basic mechanical knowledge before purchasing and operating a classic motorcycle.

    Due to our backlog, we cannot perform any additional service work or modifications on your motorcycle after the sale (ie; adding a light kit, different tires, etc.)

    We respond quickly between the hours of 9am and 5pm EST, Monday - Friday

    For our fastest service please call Ken Kaplan Jr directly at 860-471-0192

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    We will not charge out-of-state buyers sales tax.
    Out of state residents will pay sales tax with their DMV. 

    We are not a registering dealership. You will receive only the documents required to register your vehicle in your state.

    In our listings, title status is always listed directly below the main description.

    In some cases we will sell motorcycles without title or registration. In these cases we guarantee all motorcycles sold are free and clear or your money back. We will always provide a route to obtaining title. Generally in these cases, the motorcycle will be sold at a discount to accommodate expenses involved.

    Documents are mailed via two day priority mail with a tracking number. Documents are mailed on the 1st of each month.

    Keys will be shipped with the motorcycle.

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    Warranty:

    All Motorycles sold "as is, where is" and Kaplan Cycles does not warranty any motorcycle sold. No express warranty and/or implied warranty are made by Kaplan Cycles. No statements by us give an implied warranty.

    SHIPPING:

    SEND US YOUR ZIP FOR A SHIPPING QUOTE!
    WE WILL MAKE ALL ARRANGEMENTS!

    We have the best shipping contacts in the nation who will provide the FASTEST transport times, have a perfect track record, and are always insured and ENCLOSED! All motorcycles are shipped WHOLE (roll-on, roll-off). We do not offer a pallet or crate service.

    International shipping specialist contacts are available! They will assist in ground freight, customs clearance, and ocean freight to your country. International buyers will be required to work directly with our third party shipping contacts.

    We strongly recommend you insure your motorcycle at the time of purchase.

    PICKUP:

    We require a 24 hour notice prior to pick-up. Please call us at 860-454-7024 during office hours Monday – Friday 9am – 5pm EST.

    We will provide ramps, a dock for loading, and assistance to load for free.




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