1931 was the first year for the VL model, a twin-flathead which was one of the most popular touring bikes Harley ever produced. It was designed to replace the pocket-valve engine in the Model J they had been building since 1911. Soon considered reliable and sleek the VL 74 captured the imagination of motorcyclists worldwide and established new standards for the industry.
They ended up producing 4 models, the V was the standard, the VL had a higher compression engine, the VS was geared for sidecar work, and the VC had cast iron pistons for the 3-wheeled Servi-Car.
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