Orient Tricycle vs Harley-Davidson Model J (1929)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Orient Tricyclestacks up against the Harley-Davidson Model J. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecOrient TricycleHarley-Davidson Model J
Model year19041929
Price
Engine955 cc989 cc
Horsepower8 hp
Weight88 kg181 kg
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
Rear brakesExpanding brake (drum brake)
Tires3-26 / 3-26

Orient Tricycle vs Harley-Davidson Model J — which should you buy?

Picking between the Orient Tricycle and the Harley-Davidson Model J usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Orient Tricycle brings 8 hp in a 88 kg package, while the Harley-Davidson Model J counters with its own power figure at 181 kg.

Our spec tables above highlight the winning number on each line. For the full rider-focused reviews including real-world fuel economy, service costs and available colors, click into either bike: