Allround · 1928
Model J
MotoLibrary Score
55 /100 Balanced
Top Speed
137 km/h
Engine
989 ccm
Technical Overview
1928 Harley-Davidson Model J Technical Analysis & Specification Breakdown
Built around Harley-Davidson's allround motorcycle platform, the 1928 Harley-Davidson Model J relies on a 989 cc (60.4 cu in) v2, four-stroke powerplant. Internal engine geometry specifies a bore and stroke of 84.1 x 88.9 mm (3.3 x 3.5 inches).
On the scales, the Model J measures 190 kg (419 lbs) dry.
Within MotoLibrary's Harley-Davidson archive, this model family spans 15 indexed model years from 1915 to 1929, allowing buyers to track year-over-year changes in emissions tuning, weight and equipment.
Engine
Displacement 989.0 ccm (60.35 cubic inches)
Engine Type V2, four-stroke
Bore x Stroke 84.1 x 88.9 mm (3.3 x 3.5 inches)
Fuel System Carburettor
Ignition H.D generator
Transmission
Final Drive Chain (final drive)
Performance
Top Speed 136.8 km/h (85.0 mph)
Wheels & Brakes
Front Tyre 3-26
Rear Tyre 3-26
Rear Brakes Expanding brake (drum brake)
Wheels Spoked
Dimensions & Weight
Dry Weight 190.0 kg (418.9 pounds)
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All-Round & Adventure
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Handling
Medium weight — some experience needed
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