1928 Harley Davidson JD

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1928 Harley Davidson JD

Serial # 28J4387 

An Iconic American Classic  

 Amazingly Well-Preserved Example 

Harley’s Hot Rod Big Twin for ‘28 

3 Speed 74 Cubic Inch World Class Motorcycle 

Fastest Production Machine on American Roads in 1928


A True Survivor That’s a Perfectly Preserved Example of an Early HD

Some of the Features of the JD Include 

Linked Sprung Fork is Predecessor of the Springer 

1200cc 22HP 45 Degree V Twin 

'F’ Head also Known as ‘Inlet Over Exhaust’ or ‘Pocket Valve’ Engine  

New for ‘28 Equipped with Air Cleaner as Standard Equipment 

Reliable Distributor Ignition 

New Internal Expanding Front Brake 

Nimble Handling and Spirited Performance 

Top Speed about 85 MPH 

Low Seat Height and Center of Gravity 

Serviceable with Basic Shop Skills 

A Well Preserved JD 

Long-Term Display in a Private California Collection 

 

 PLEASE WATCH THE VIDEO ABOVE FOR ALL DETAILS  

 

Just Fully Serviced, Tuned & Cleaned

** Full 100 Point Check-Over ** 

 

New 6 Volt Heavy Duty Battery 

Removed, Inspected and Cleaned Spark Plugs 

Spark Check Excellent 

Full Carburetor Cleaning Service 

New Carb Float Assembly 

Cleaned Fuel Filter 

Fuel Tanks Inspected ‘Clean’ 

Inspected, Cleaned and Lubed Throttle and Cable 

Inspected, Cleaned and Lubed Spark Advance Mechanism 

Added Drops of Mystery Oil to Cylinders as a Preventative Measure 

Fresh 20w50 Engine Oil for Initial Startup 

Started Up on the Work Bench 

Runs and Idles Properly 

Drained 20w50 Oil after Initial Heat Cycle 

Replaced Engine Oil with Straight 50 Weight Oil 

Removed Wheels and Brakes for Inspection 

Cleaned and Greased all Brake Hardware Pivot Points 

Removed Tires and Replaced Tubes 

Replaced Wheels and Set Tire Pressures 

Serviced All Grease Fittings 

Test Ride to Verify Functionality of Engine, Clutch, Transmission and Brakes 

All Electrical Functions Checked Operational 

 

An Amazing Machine, A True Time Capsule!  

From the Early Days when Harley Competed Tooth and Nail with Many Other Brands for Motorcycle Sales 

Bike Clubs were Forming after World War II Ended 

 Members Created ‘Customs’ from ‘20s and 30s Bikes Just Like This One 

   

An Exceptional Opportunity to Own a ‘28 Harley JD to Use as a Rider or for Display at Classic Shows 

PLEASE CALL US AT 860-454-7024 9-5 M-F WITH ANY QUESTIONS 

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Sold on Clear Title + Q1 bill of sale.
We now offer financing through Freedom Road.

Call 860-454-7024 and speak to Ken Kaplan Jr to get approved.

Message us your ZIP for a shipping quote!

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AUCTION TERMS:

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

All sales are final.

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 within 24 hours of sale. PayPal or Credit Card is accepted for the deposit.

Cash (In-Person), PayPal (with 3.5% charge), 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 Kaplan Cycles at 860-454-7024.

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A $150 document fee will apply.

The buyer will pay the winning bid + the documentation fee. 

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 slight 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:

All shipping charges and arrangements will be assumed by the purchaser.

If you purchased a motorcycle, send us your full ship-to address and we will make all arrangements

We can arrange transportation to your door. All contacts are DOT licensed, have cargo insurance, and use enclosed trailers.

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

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 in some cases assistance to load for free.

All motorcycles will be shipped ‘whole’ by motorcycle specialists. 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.