1925 Harley-Davidson JD
With the 1925 Harley-Davidson JD, the venerable motorcycle company made great strides in modernizing its machines -- at least from the standpoint of styling.A new frame placed the saddle three inches lower than before, wider but smaller-diameter tires gave the bike a huskier look, and the fuel tank took on a rounded teardrop shape. Color choices, however, remained the same as they had since 1917: anything the customer wanted, as long as it was Olive Drab.
 It enjoyed major technological advancements, but the 1925 Harley-Davidson JD was offered only in a drab olive-green color. |
Since Harleys still lacked rear suspension, riders appreciated the softer fork springs and new contoured saddle, the latter of which also offered six-position height adjustment.
The shift lever was moved farther forward along the side of the tank for convenience, and a fork-mounted tool kit made a debut appearance.
Sidecars were popular accessories of the day, as these vehicles often served as a family's primary form of motorized transportation.
The first of Harley's famed 74-cubic-inch V-twins was introduced in 1922 and continued with only minor changes through 1928. Some of those minor changes occurred in the JD: Iron alloy pistons replaced the previous aluminum slugs, and 16 Alemite fittings were added to the engine and gearbox to ease lubrication.
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Changes for the 1925 Harley-Davidson JD included a new contoured seat, as well as a change in location for the shift-lever. With the 1925 JD motorcycle, Harley-Davidson unveiled a huskier, more muscled look. |
 Sidecars were common at the time, as motorcycles were often relied on as family transportation. |
 The famous 74-cubic-inch V-twin Harley engine. |
 A new contoured saddle added comfort for appreciative riders. |
 The shift-lever was placed beside the fuel tank. |
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