Project Details
Category: Bikes
Project Description
Current Owner
Private Collector
Model
Type V 42WLA
Year of Manufacture
1944
Vehicle History
A total of 70,000 were produced during WW2. Known as the Liberator they were used by the US Army, the WLC model was produced for the Canadians and Allied armies. Both saw extensive use in other countries post war under the Marshall aid plan.
This bike was completely restored in 2012 with NOS parts were available including engine and gearbox rebuild. It has taken part in numerous Normandy trips and others and is a favourite of the owner.