When it comes to collector motorcycles none hold the allure of classic Harley-Davidson
Knucklehead and Panhead Big Twins but owning and maintaining these temperamental machines
provides endless challenges. Even the most pristine restored motorcycle needs a tremendous
amount of care maintenance and repair and most examples are far from pristine restorations
requiring periodic rebuilding and even restoration. Rebuilding and restoring these machines is
not so much a defined task as a never-ending process. This book guides classic Harley owners
through that process. Beginning with a practical section on understanding choosing and
purchasing a classic Harley this book focuses on the wheel-to-wheel nuts and bolts of classic
Harley ownership from chassis to bodywork. Through step-by-step photography and thoughtful
informative instruction readers will learn how to disassemble a chassis repair a fork lace a
wire wheel and paint the major parts for any restoration. It provides thorough instruction on
repairing overhauling and restoring all major components such as the engine transmission
and electrical systems. With a thorough text and detailed photography Rick Schunk walks
vintage Harley owners through start-to-finish instruction for each operation necessary for the
repair and restoration of a classic Harley-Davidson Big Twin.
