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It was found in a barn.

It was found in a barn.

MILWAUKEE (AP) – A rare Harley-Davidson motorcycle built in 1908 has become the most expensive motorcycle ever sold at auction, according to data compiled by a website that tracks vintage motorcycle sales. The Strap Tank Harley-Davidson (pic below) was recorded on vintagent.com as being sold for USD935,000 after auction fees last month at the Mecum […]

A 1907 Strap Tank was sold for $715,000 at the same auction, but wasn't as expensive as the 1908 model because it was never restored.

A Harley-Davidson motorcycle dating from 1908 sold for $935,000, making it the most expensive bike ever sold at an auction.

A 1908 Harley-Davidson Strap Tank sold for $935,000 at a Las Vegas auction in January, making it the most expensive to ever be sold at a motorcycle auction.

A 1908 Harley-Davidson Strap Tank sold for $935,000 at a Las Vegas auction in January, making it the most expensive to ever be sold at a motorcycle auction.

A 1908 Harley-Davidson Strap Tank sold for $935,000 at a Las Vegas auction in January, making it the most expensive to ever be sold at a motorcycle auction.

A 1908 Harley-Davidson Strap Tank sold for $935,000 at a Las Vegas auction in January, making it the most expensive to ever be sold at a motorcycle auction.

The bike was named Strap Tank because its oil and fuel tanks are attached to the frame with nickel straps. The bike is believed to be one of only 12 such models in the world.