Harley-Davidson Duo-Glide

HERE THEY ARE--

THE NEW

HARLEY-DAVIDSONS

FOR 1961 /

Harley-Davidson Sportster H

Harley-Davidson Sportster CH

Harley-Davidson Super 10

'T’HE Harley-Davidson line for 1961 is distinctively

x different. Abounding with advancements, the new

models have many engineering improvements, a complete

face-lifting and a choice of five brilliant color combina-

tions. This year, Harley-Davidson offers a completely

new model called the Sprint.

1961 DUO-GLIDES

Long the standard of quality, comfort and majestic

beauty, the 1961 Duo-Glide with its all-new Astro-Elite

styling justifies the title of aristocrat of motorcycles.

Behind the Duo-Glide’s dynamic styling is the world’s

most advanced engineering. The 74 cubic inch, overhead

valve engine is the automotive world’s most efficient, per-

formance-packed V-lype engine. In fact, many engineer-

ing features found in today’s automobiles were pioneered

by Harley-Davidson. These features include such out-

standing advancements as hemispherical combustion cham-

bers, hydraulic valve lifters, chrome rings and aluminum

alloy pistons.

A completely redesigned ignition system gives you the

most foolproof starting yet. New dual circuit breakers

and large twin coils eliminate waste spark in the cylinders

and prevent backfire. A new engine sprocket design

speeds engine turnover to aid starting.

The smoothest ride in motorcycling is yours with the

famous Duo-Glide three-point suspension. Up front, the

Hydra-Glide fork lets you ride in hydraulically damped

comfort. A spring-loaded seat post gives you comfort

while the rear swinging arm suspension keeps you on the

level at all limes.

SPORTSTERS

Sportster H or Sportster CH—these models are the

hottest motorcycles on or off the road. When it comes to

performance, the Sportsters are unequalled. The 55 cu.

in. engine develops maximum horsepower fast.

Wide intake port openings; jumbo size valves; light-

weight, racing-type tappets; special high-lift cams; and

domed, 9 to 1 compression ratio pistons are the extras

that make the Sportsters what they are today. The 7 plate

clutch system lakes you through the gears with rugged,

trouble-free shifting.

The upswept exhaust system, bobbed fenders and head-

light safely mounted between the sturdy hydraulic front

forks give the Sportsters real class as an all-around sports

model.

Engine of H-D Sprint

THE BRAND NEW 1961 SPRINT

Harley-Davidson introduces the all-new Sprint for a

change of pace. With a 15 cu. in., 250cc OHV engine,

the Sprint is equally at home on the road or in the rough.

The power plant features helical gear primary drive and

a large downdraft carburetor. The gasoline tank holds

4!/^ gallons and the engine will easily get 70 miles to a

gallon.

The telescopic front fork and swinging arm rear shocks

are both hydraulically damped to give a really smooth

ride.

The Sprint has, along with the foot shift, easy hand-

ling controls right at your fingertips. Featuring quick-

adjusting control knobs on the handlebars, slack can be

rapidly taken up on both the clutch and front brake.

Fast safe stops can be made every time with the Sprint’s

large diameter, full width brakes. Style feature is a strik-

ing Calypso Red and White paint job.

For that extra dash, fine styling and the fun of riding

a motorcycle that is out of the ordinary, ride a Harley-

Davidson Sprint.

HARLEY-DAVIDSON TOPPER

Everyone who has ridden the Topper is amazed at how

easy it is to ride this highly-maneuverable and well-bal-

anced two-wheeler. The automatic Scootaway transmission

quickly takes you from a standing start to normal riding

speed with no more effort than twisting the throttle. The

automatic drive does all the work for you.

The Topper is powered by a rubber mounted, light-

weight two-cycle engine with a displacement of 10 cubic

inches. A gallon of gas will last up to 100 miles.

A level, comfortable ride is assured with the excellent

dual suspension. The leading link front fork is hydrau-

lically damped and the swing arm rear is controlled by

two large extension springs.

Both of the large diameter wheels have husky 5 inch

internal expanding brakes. The front brake is operated

by a hand lever, and the rear by a foot pedal. A parking

brake lock on the hand brake is an exclusive safety fea-

ture of the Topper. Two-tone color styling and brand

new colors are featured for ’61—Birch White with Strato

Blue, Pepper Red, or Granada Green.

With its new fiberglass body and many fine features,

the Topper is America’s favorite and finest motor scooter.

SUPER 10

The Super 10’s powerful 10 cu. in. engine packs plenty

of zip, yet delivers up to 80 miles to the gallon. The

deep finned, two-cycle engine has an intake and exhaust

Harley-Davidson Sprint

Harley-Davidson Topper

port design that assures quick acceleration. The cylinder

has a bore of 2.375 and a stroke of 2.281. The compres-

sion ratio is 6.6 to 1.

The Super 10 features the constant-mesh H-D 3-speed

transmission. The multiple disc clutch is almost effort-

less to operate.

Large 5 inch internal expanding brakes on both wheels

assure smooth, fade-free, safe stops...