Honda-Powered 1973 Harley-Davidson Electra Glide * Converted 40 Years Ago *

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A Honda-powered 1973 Harley-Davidson Electra Glide, ow for auction on eBay! Honda-Four-Powered: 1973 Harley-Davidson Electra Glide Please wait a few moments while the high-resolution photos load.

A California resident from new, his 1973 Harley-Davidson Electra Glide is special, ndeed.

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Back in 1976, fter the original Harley-Davidson engine's early demise, mechanical engineer from Santa Barbara decided to install the sportiest, et most reliable, otorcycle engine available on the market at that time: the legendary Honda 750-Four! Air-cooled like the Harley, t features an overhead camshaft, s fed by four separate Kei*hin carburetors, nd puts out a very healthy 67 hp at 8000rpm. Coupled to Honda's bullet-proof 5-speed transmission, t allows for relaxed high-speed cruising way above any legal speed limit.

The conversion required a great deal of American ingenuity, s the inline-four is wider than the old V-twin. Since the exhaust routing prevented the original side stand to be used, couple of retractable, pring-operated stands were developed and installed, llowing the bike to stand up straight or lean slightly to either side.

Despite the drivetrain conversion, he Electra Glide retains its imposing presence and original King of the Road looks with characteristic headlight nacelle, -gallon fuel tanks, nd hydraulically dampened buddy seat. Amazingly, ven the original Harley-Davidson dual exhaust is still operational and in great condition -- after 43 years!

The Electra Glide instrument panel was retained, ut the Harley speedometer was replaced with a neutral-looking 150mph Honda one.

The buddy seat is covered in genuine leather and features a chrome hand rail. The leather is still soft and just shows enough creases to show that it's genuine.

The unique, 73-only chrome covers are still mounted on both sides of the bike and nicely preserved as well.

The bike comes with both original H-D Electra-Glide side cases and a Harley-Davidson Classic top case. The latter is spring-mounted and can be taken on and off without tools in seconds.

All cases are in very good condition, ith just a few paint imperfections. The top case features carpeting inside. Yes, he keys for all three cases are included.

Also included are all of the windshield parts, ans the actual plastic, hich was cracked. It's readily available from multiple sources.

Exeedingly rare, nd pretty much unobtainable today, re the optional chrome rails with accessory lighting. With all of the lights illuminated, obody will overlook this 800-lbs. bike!

Factory Service manuals for the Honda and wiring diagrams help in keeping things up to snuff.

This Electra Glide is still registered to its original, 973-issue, alifornia blue license plate. It has matching numbers and comes with a clear California Certificate of Title in my name. The registration is current, aid until December of 2016.

Unique in the true meaning of the term, his Honda-powered Hog combines the best of both worlds. Unconspicious to the casual observer, t creates a great deal of attention on the road and when parked anywhere. A marvelous piece of engineering that's pretty much unrepeatable today, t has survived the past 40 years unchanged, nd is the perfect bike for someone who dares to be different.

Link to video on YouTube showing the bike running (a separate window will open).

TERMS OF THIS SALE By bidding in this auction, ou declare that you have read and accept the Terms of this Sale as outlined below. If you have any questions, lease ask them before you bid. After the auction has ended, he sale is final. Please, nly bid on this motorcycle if you are serious about owning it and have the necessary funds readily available!
I require a $500 deposit to be paid via PayPal within 24 hours of the end of the auction and the balance to be paid via bank wire transfer, ashier's check, r in cash within 5 business days, nless other arrangements have been agreed upon during the auction. The bike comes with a clear California Certificate of Title in my name. It is sold "as is, here is" with no warranty stated or implied. You fully understand that you are not bidding on an "option to buy" this vehicle. You bid to own! There are no contingencies.

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