Geiger Inspired V-Rod Is the Creepiest Bike Ever
Harley Dealerships Top Customer Service Survey
Harley Survives Tsunami, Winds up in B.C.
DP Custom's Presents: "Seventy Three"
Geiger Inspired V-Rod Is the Creepiest Bike Ever
If the guy who made Alien rode a Harley, it would probably look like this. ...read more
Harley Dealerships Top Customer Service Survey
BMW and Ducati look out. Harley's dealerships are the new top-dog. ...read more
Harley Survives Tsunami, Winds up in B.C.
Well, that's one way to ship a Harley over seas I guess. ...read more
DP Customs Presents: "Seventy Three"
This black and blue Ironhead is anything but beat up. ...read more
Industry News
Harley-Davidson is a lot more involved with their customers than other brands (motorcycles or otherwise) tend to be. I guess it shouldn't be surprising that they top the list of dealership effectiveness according to the 2012 Pied Piper prospect satisfaction survey. That's not quite the same as customer satisfaction mind you, but it's a measure of how nice their dealerships are.BMW and Ducati tie for second place, while Victory, Indian and Triumph finish in a three-way tie
Harley's been working hard to change their image. Their anti-stereotype campaign has managed to catch a lot of attention, and now, they've shifted their focus towards women riders specifically. No doubt they're under-represented crowd in the bike scene in general, but Harley's giving them a megaphone with their new website.It's similar to a blog, where women riders can come and post their stories about how they got into it in the first place. Unlike the
Willie G. Davidson, Chief Styling Officer, Senior Vice President, and grandson of William A. Davidson officially announced that he'll be retiring from the MoCo at the end of April. He's been the head of styling at Harley for the last fifty years, and has finally decided to leave at age 78.He won't be leaving the company completely though. Davidson will continue his involvement as an ambassador at rallies and events, and will participate in special
Buck Manning Barnett's Magazine Trade shows are all about trying to get dealers to part with their hard-earned money so they can get things that will make you part with your hard-earned money. Luckily for us, there's no better way to showcase a product than by actually installing it on a beautiful motorcycle that's sure to draw you into the vendor's lair where they can try and sell it to you. Scattered throughout the
Marcus SlaterHD ForumsHarley-Davidson is a distinctly american brand and they're proud of that fact. But, over the years the badge of quality that "made in america" used to mean has lost some of it's luster. Of course, Harley-Davidson politely disagrees with this notion, and has made this rather inspiring video to say it.Also, getting a chance to see where and how Harley Davidson motorcycles is a treat. No one can deny that Harley has seat deep
Harley-Davidson - "72" from gravy productions on Vimeo.Marcus SlaterHD ForumsHarley-Davidson doesn't pump out new models very often. It's fitting then, that they brought on filmmaker Benedict Campbell to direct this ad for the new Seventy-wo. A lot of times it's easy to pass judgement on a model of bike before getting a look at it in motion, and while this won't likely change your opinion on the "new" sportster.It's a modern, well shot video that
Marcus SlaterHD ForumsBeing a super-hero means you get cool gadgets, including a bad-ass mode of transportation. Luckily, there's a new opportunity for those who dream of a comic book immortality, and a custom Harley. They've teamed up with Marvel to promote the new Avengers flick with an online contest.Entry is pretty easy. Just visit the contest's webpage, fill out the form, and create a super hero, and boom you're in the running to win. The
by Jarrod Del Prado DP CustomsWe're big racing fans at DP Customs. We love watching anything from MotoGP to F1 to NASCAR, so we were pumped when race car driver Perry Mele contacted us to build him a bike. Perry races in the Pro Mazda series, and holds the lap record at Inde Motorsports Ranch in Tucson, Arizona. When he spoke with my brother Justin and I we liked him right off the bat. He's a real
By Marcus SlaterHDForumsHarley riders have another thing to be proud about. Harley dealerships and H.O.G. chapters have pulled in over $160,000 dollars for the United Service Organization. They collected the money during Harley's Military appreciation month in November. Each H.O.G. chapter was challenged to donate $500 or more with Wild Prairie H.O.G. donating the most at $10,853. They'll be honored by Harley-Davidson, the USO, and members of the military at their Feb 9th meeting.Troops will
by Brian Zerkel (Schumacher)I've been asked to write some editorial pieces, so any opinions I express in them are my own and not necessarily those of HDForums.So, with that being said, let's take a look at the current argument of who is a real rider and who is not. It's become a non-stop argument in the forum, and I think it deserves a semi objective look from someone who has ridden for a very long
Accidents happen, so be prepared for when they do!1. Listen/ Observe. Listen to what the defendant says at the accident scene. Listen for If the defendant makes admissions at the accident scene by saying "sorry", "I wasn't watching", "I didn't see you", etc. Observe what the defendant does and says. Often times, the non-verbal actions of defendants will tell you what they think. If they are pointing at their car and you, it is their
Chris Richardson Takes Two by Jason GiacchinoEven if Discovery Channel and the other cable networks have backed off on the custom motorcycle coverage, don't for a minute think the scene isn't alive and well. Case in point: This year's Las Vegas Bike Fest that ran from September 29th to August 2nd. Among the plethora of events, the 8th annual Artistry in Iron Master Builder's Bike Show caught our attention; an invite only affair consisting of
Armed Forces, Veterans, and Harley-Davidson go together like Red, White and Blueby Tracey LloydFor over 80 years the Harley-Davidson Company has transported and protected soldiers with innovative technology and superior design. In return, thousands of Veterans and active duty soldiers bought and continue to buy H-D motorcycles, advancing the legendary motor company's growth into a pop culture icon. Harley-Davidson's long-standing policy of providing assistance to U.S. military personal remains consistent and firm. Through the years,
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by Pete SchultzIf you are a dedicated motorcycle rider, one thing is certain. Sooner or later the weather will change for the worse. In a perfect biker's world, it would only rain when we want to stop for a beer. Just doesn't work that way though, but let me assure you that there are ways to deal with wet weather riding, and you don't have to spend the big bucks on fancy rain gear either.We
Harley Oil - Synthetic or Fossil?by Pete SchultzSynthetic oils have gained a large following amongst Harley riders. I am here to dispel the supposed benefits of synthetics over fossil oil. I will start by saying that synthetics are overpriced; the cost to do an oil change triples if you run synthetic oil. What I am getting at is this: does the cost of running synthetic in your Harley equal the supposed benefits?There are arguments that
By Pete SchultzHDForumsNow there is a headline that will stir the pot! Are these guys bikers who have found a way to parlay choppers into a fortune? Or are they just opportunists riding the wave of a culture founded by hardcore bikers? Maybe old man Tuetel was a biker in his younger days, but now his miles consist mostly of test rides by the look of things. Same goes for Paul junior. Calling Paul Junior
by Pete SchultzHD ForumsWe've all had the Harley vs. sportbike argument. And if you haven't, you will now. Sure, it's not the most original subject to argue about. And it solves almost as much as pissing into the wind. But there's a good reason it'll never go away. It's damn entertaining--and more so when it's done in good fun. Of course, there's a whole group of folks who subscribe to the whole "if you
Tips for the Occasional Downpour to Stormy Touring by Jason GiacchinoFor much of the riding world, those long, still evenings of summer are being replaced with cloudy skies and falling rain. Sure there are fair-weather riders who park the bike at the first sign of inclement weather, but this story is for anyone who won't let a couple of dark clouds mess up their otherwise beautiful riding day. Fortunately, even though we're hard-headed, there are
Getting to Know the Real Stars of the Showby Jason GiacchinoWhen it comes to prime time motorcycle programming, you really can't do any better than FX's original series Sons of Anarchy. And when it comes to motorcycles, the Sons of Anarchy Motorcycle Club, Redwood Original (SAMCRO) bikes receive some seriously high ratings.Created by Kurt Sutter, SOA is a serial drama about the lives of a close-knit outlaw motorcycle club operating out of Charming, a fictional
Viral Video Even Hollywood Can't Beat by Jason GiacchinoWe motorcyclists can sometimes feel a bit of "us versus the world" mentality, especially after time spent on the open roads! However in a recent video clip making its way around the web, it appears when the going gets tough, humanity's concern for one another outweighs the number the wheels of the vehicle in question.Disregarding their own safety, a group of university math students in Logan Utah,
This week, Harley-Davidson Motor Company launched the next evolution of the popular No Cages campaign during the season premiere of Sons of Anarchy on FX. The spot, called "Liberation", adds to the portfolio of creative developed as part of Harley-Davidson's crowd sourcing strategy, introduced last year."Liberation," shown below, highlights Harley-Davidson's new Twin Cam 103 engine, which is now standard on 2012 Touring, Softail and select Dyna motorcycles."We are uniquely able to use crowd sourcing for
Loud Pipes May Soon Cost Large Fines by Jason GiacchinoWhen it comes to motorcycle modifications, we are often as guilty as the next of recommending the exhaust system as a good starting point. After all, because of the simple fact that aftermarket units are immune to the rigorous federal noise standard approval, they often flow exhaust more efficiently (hence increasing engine performance), and save weight. However, they can be much louder than stock, which is
A Matter of Society over Science by Jason GiacchinoWhen we think of the internal combustion engine, we usually think of horsepower numbers and zero to 60mph stats, but from an engineering perspective, the very process of pistons sliding up and down cylinder bores is one rife with friction. Where there's friction, there is heat, and heat can have some unwanted side effects. Fortunately since we do not exist in a vacuum, the means of dissipating
BMX team makes first U.S. base visit after four tours to Iraq and KuwaitThe athletes who make up the Bikes Over Baghdad (BOB) BMX team are used to traveling into war zones to perform on military bases for thousands of U.S. troops. This Friday, the BOB team will travel to Fort Riley in Kansas to entertain troops at the grand opening of the base's Warrior Zone entertainment facility. While it's a shorter trip than they're
The Bike That Started a Revolutionby Jason GiacchinoWhen you hear the term "cafe racer", it's pretty easy to get into the false line of reasoning that this must be a motorcycle designed to be admired over espresso and a newspaper. However, the cafe racer designation actually has a lot in common with the chopper and bobber renaissance that took place in the USA, post-World War II. Riders returning home from Europe realized that the U.S.
Check out this picture from forum member JCarver05.This is what happens when you hit an elk on your Hoka Hey route! That's right, you duct tape her up and keep on going. That's the spirit of the Hoka Hey Challenge in a nutshell.If you haven't been checking in on IronAss and the rest of the riders in the Hoka Hey Challenge, then you're missing out on some seriously dramatic stuff. These tough guys (and gals)
Action Suit Over Air-Cooled Engine Heat Advances by Jason GiacchinoThere is an ever-increasing movement of folks who feel Harley-Davidson has taken the air-cooled engine about as far as it can go. It seems like, without fail, anticipation rises among industry insiders and consumers alike that H-D is finally going to deliver upon rumors of making the move to liquid cooling. Of course back in 2001 when the V-Rod was first announced, it almost appeared as
by Patrick RallThe 71st anniversary Sturgis Motorcycle Rally kicked off yesterday and Ford Motor Company used the nation's biggest Harley event to introduce the new 2012 Ford Harley-Davidson F150. The vehicle partnership between Ford and Harley-Davidson began in 1999 on the F150. Over the past 12 years, Ford has offered 10 special edition F150 models, 6 Super Duty special edition models and 1 limited edition F450. Combined, that's over 70,000 examples of the Ford/Harley trucks
Buffalo Chip Campground near Sturgis offers visitors an incredible place to stay whether you are camping in an RV, a pop-up camper, a bus, or a tent. There are lots of amenities and entertainment to enjoy while you're staying at the Buffalo Chip. This is a great place to camp during the Sturgis Motorcycle Rally. But don't expect to sleep too much!ReservationsIn order to get into the campgrounds, you must have a pass. There are
The 2011 Sturgis Motorcycle rally is rapidly approaching. Check out the following links for all your Sturgis info! An inside look at the Full Throttle SaloonA brief but thorugh history of the Sturgis Motorcycle RallyLegendary rides around SturgisHarley-Davidson sponsored Sturgis eventsThe AMD Custom Bike Building Competition at SturgisA Sturgis concert guideTourist Attractions In and Around SturgisThe Glencoe CampgroundsThe Buffalo Chip CampgroundsAnd click here to join the Sturgis conversation at HDForums.com!
The Glencoe Campgrounds near Sturgis is a great place to stay while exploring the Sturgis Motorcycle Rally. They offer lots of amenities and a party style atmosphere. With over 600 acres of land, Glencoe has everything campers may need during the rally, and probably some things they really don't need!CampingGlencoe Campgrounds has lots of camping room available. You can bring your tent and choose a spot on a first come, first serve basis. Get there
The Hoka Hey Motorcycle Challenge is one of the toughest, most rigorous motorcycle events in North America. Now in its second year, but intended to be held annually, the Hoka Hey features a 10,000 mile course from Phoenix, Arizona to Nova Scotia, Canada and crosses all 48 of the contiguous United States. The riders participating have up to 18 days to complete the course in order to receive official recognition. Many HD Forums members have
The 2011 Sturgis Motorcycle Rally is right around the corner, so if you're planning on being in town, you'll want to check out this handy list of tourist attractions around town. There are plenty of tourist attractions around Sturgis for the whole family to enjoy. You can choose from a myriad of indoor and outdoor activities that will keep you happily entertained.Outdoor ActivitiesSturgis City Park is a great place to begin your exploration of the
32-Models and a Whole Lot of Options by Jason GiacchinoIf sheer size of a model line is any indication of things to come, Harley-Davidson has big things in the works for 2012.2012 SuperLowSportster:Six Sportster models look to grace the H-D line for 2012, ranging from the affordable Dark Custom roadster posture of the Iron 883 to the track-inspired performance of the XR1200X. Back for its first full year of production is the Sportster 1200 Custom,
Modern Day WWII Motorcycle Replicas on Displayby Jason GiacchinoHarley Davidson, America, Captain America - it sort of all goes hand in hand. Apparently Hollywood has made the connection too, as indicated by the fact that H-D got the call to design five custom motorcycles for the upcoming Captain America film from Marvel Studios.Last year Harley-Davidson began working with Marvel Studios to supply the cycles for the movie, which traces Captain America's origins as a World
When life gives you lemons, make lemonade. And don't be afraid to add a little whiskey to make it really darn good. That's a pretty decent analogy for what one Harley-Davidson enthusiast did, but it's a lot easier to make a Lynchburg Lemonade than it is to mod out your Harley to allow you ride it without the use of your legs!However, that's exactly what Paul did. Paul is a disabled rider who did all
New Harley-Davidson Touring, Trike and Sportster Models Arrive at DealershipsHarley-Davidson has begun delivery of all 15 models in the 2012 Touring, Trike (North America only) and Sportster lines to its dealers in the U.S. and Europe. These motorcycles will be available for sale immediately, giving customers an opportunity to get on a 2012-model Harley-Davidson with much of the riding season still available. Shipment of these select 2012 models has been accelerated to provide greater continuity
2010 Modified Harley-Davidson 1st place, Shaw Harley-Davidson The AMD World Championship of Custom Bike Building competition takes place on the first Sunday of the Sturgis Motorcycle Rally in August. Guests can attend the show and see custom bikes, or even enter their own bike in the competition. But you're going to want to know some things before you go.The OverviewThe competitions are supported by a slew of specially chosen official partners like Harley and other
The 2011 Harley Davidson F-150 made its debut with a combination of Harley's style and Ford's capability. This is the ninth F-150 collaboration between the two companies. The previous models have been a success, but the 2011 model includes better engine capabilities, more standards, and lots of extras.Under the HoodThe 2011 Harley Davidson F-150 comes with a 6.2 liter, gas powered, V8 engine. With this 411 horsepower engine, you will have a towing capacity
Harley Davidson's Dark Custom line of motorcycles was introduced in 2008 as the company's attempt to gain the attention of a younger, hipper customer base. The bikes are trendy with their pitch black paint and traditional designs. There are seven different bikes to choose from in this Dark Custom line.Forty EightThe Forty Eight is one of Harley's newer models, making its debut in 2011. The bike is a slim line style that pulls the tank
Among the many different rumors and speculations about the new line of Harley Davidson motorcycles is a prominent rumor that 2012 Harley's will be Liquid Cooled. With each new line up of motorcycles by the popular Harley Davidson brand, there are bound to be rumors and speculations from fans and customers. These come along with the minor changes and alterations that are made to each of the different motorcycles for the new model year. While
Jumpstart is a special demo riding experience by Harley Davidson. Fans of Harley Davidson motorcycles and experienced bikers know that it can be difficult and dangerous to get a sense of how to ride a motorcycle at first. Previously, there was no good and safe way to cautiously learn about how to perform basic tasks like shifting gears, braking and dismounting from the motorcycle. Jumpstart is an innovative experience designed to help those people
Harley-Davidson Archives. Copyright Harley-Davidsonby Maria Schoeberl, Harley-Davidson ArchivistLaszlo Benedek's film "The Wild One," starring Marlon Brando, is generally credited with cementing the image of the motorcyclist, and the Harley-Davidson motorcycle rider in particular, as a lawless, violent rebel. The fact that Brando rode a Triumph in the film didn't matter, nor did the fact that the film contained no profanity. America drew the conclusions that it wanted to, and the image was set. What followed,
Supermodel and Harley-Davidson Rider Marisa Miller Joins the CelebrationTo recognize the increasing number of women who are hitting the open road on two wheels, as well as inspire even more women to get into the saddle of their own motorcycle, Harley-Davidson celebrates its 3rd Annual Women Riders Month this May.Women riders represent one of the fastest growing demographics in the sport of motorcycling. In fact, the Motorcycle Industry Council reports women now account for 23
2011 Schedule Promises More Fun, Entertainment and Exhibits than Ever Before CARLISLE, PA - A new year brings a new season worth of family fun, entertainment and new selection of food to the Carlisle PA Fairgrounds, the America's Automotive Hometown. Auto enthusiasts have their pick between eight specialty shows along with the annual bookend events, Spring and Fall Carlisle. In addition, Carlisle Events will take part in two new, mid-western events which have been added
Hey everyone! We're going to be attending SEMA this week! What does that mean for you? It means you'll see all the photos, news, products, accessories, and gear that the show has to offer Harley Davidson enthusiasts. The show begins Tuesday, November 2, so start getting excited! We'll constantly be updating this page with all the latest so be sure to click that refresh button!
photo courtesy dennyoNow, it's not like I'm writing up the recipe for cold fusion. The number one reason Harleys are better than crotch rockets should be obvious. Which bike do you see more good looking women on back of? No doubt about it, chicks dig Hogs. Look at the passenger seat on an average sport bike. It's the size of a postage stamp and as comfortable as an iron maiden. And while women are more
The rumble of the American-made motor, glowing paint, mirrored chrome and lack of plastic make for a motorcycle that commands respect and admiration. In contrast, crotch rockets are clad in recycled pieces of plastic and make weird noises. Any chrome is simulated, and the motor is so ugly to look at that it's hidden behind a neon-colored plastic cover emblazoned with stickers. Seriously, one look at the mess of pipes and wires behind the faring,
Harley riders are in relaxed positions, so we can enjoy cruising in style. We know life isn't a race. With your feet forward on pegs or floorboards, arms relaxed, and ass planted on a cushioned seat, it's all about the ride. Harleys feel carved from solid steel--they own the road. In contrast, crotch rocket riders whiz around on bikes made from recycled milk and pop jugs. And they ride hunched over with their butts propped
You can make them your own--Harley-Davidson motorcycles are the most customizable bike in the world. The Motor Company sells a huge selection of parts and accessories. Harley owners can choose to ride their bike as is or customize it to the max! There's no limit to the choices; paint, chrome, exhaust, handlebars, seats, wheels, front forks. You name it, and you can change it. Plus, there are infinite performance parts available for the motor.Crotch rocket
Harley's have resale value! If you ever decide to sell your Harley, it'll have value no matter how hard you rode it! Because Harleys can be rebuilt and reused, there's always a demand for used bikes and parts. In some instances, vintage or older Harleys will even increase in value. Remember, there are collectors worldwide hoarding motorcycles and anything associated with them, so even your used H-D riding gear can be valuable. When crotch
ATLANTA (August 4, 2010) - Harley-Davidson, Inc. (NYSE:HOG) yesterday announced the awarding of a second $1 million grant from the Harley-Davidson Foundation, Inc. to the non-profit organization, the Disabled American Veterans (DAV). Harley-Davidson's relationship with the DAV dates to 2006, when the Harley-Davidson Foundation made a prior $1 million grant to the organization. The new grant announced yesterday at the DAV National Convention in Atlanta is designated for continued funding of the DAV's Mobile Service
Plus New PowerPak Touring Combo and Available ABS for Softail® models MILWAUKEE (July 27, 2010) - Harley-Davidson introduces the new SuperLow™, XR1200X and Road Glide® Ultra models with its expansive line of 2011-model-year motorcycles. With 32 models including urban brawlers, long-haul touring machines, contemporary customs drenched in chrome, dark retro-style bobbers, exhilarating sport roadsters and inviting standards, Harley-Davidson offers a motorcycle to match the desires of almost any street rider. Each rolls to the
2011 Motorcycles, H.O.G. Specials and Other Free Events for Racing Fans Milwaukee (July 16, 2010) - Harley-Davidson Motor Company is pleased to announce that it has joined the list of exhibitors at the Indianapolis Motor Speedway during the 2010 MotoGP Red Bull Indianapolis GP August 27-29.
One of the biggest thrills of owning a Harley Davidson is getting it out onto the highway. After all, what's the point of having a bike if you don't ride it? Of course, just riding to ride is good, but having a destination is even better. Those looking to take their Harley out on a long road trip will find plenty of great destinations.
Forget everything you know about lowering motorcycle front ends, Progressive Suspension has just completely changed the game! Their new since 2009 DROP-IN fork Lowering Kits have transformed a once messy, and time consuming install into a 30 minute cake walk. Pull up to two inches out of the front end of your bike without the hassle of disassembling the forks, pulling the wheel or even changing out the oil and the whole process can be
The clean appearance of this unique windshield is enhanced by an "invisible" looking mount bracket. National Cycle accomplished this with a bracket that attaches directly to the top clamp, leaving the bike's handlebars and forks uncluttered. Giving close attention to the bracket and the finish, National Cycle chooses bright chrome or black crinkle to match the motorcycle's top clamp. The custom, fully-adjustable mounting bracket uses our Dual Pivot™ action to allow infinite positioning for different
We hit SEMA 2009 and managed to take a few photos. Harley Davidson had some good stuff to share.
HDForums is proud to announce the debut of the Knowledge Base, a robust new feature that takes the best information from the forums and puts it just a click away. The Knowledge Base lets you easily search for technical information posted by some of the best members of HDForums. It covers everything, from easy pull clutch kits to wide tire kits. If you're looking for one place to find answers for your Harley, then look
Harley Davidson celebrates the Harlista on its website in a new feature. The site seeks to gather and examine the more than 50 year Harlista phenomenon that spans the Americas. Photos, stories, and videos are currently being accepted for review to build a narrative discussing Harlista's -- submitted materials will be considered for inclusion in an upcoming documentary. Submissions can be viewed along with an Event Calendar and a short clip.Check out the new Harlista
There are seven beautiful Mountain Parks in Arkansas spread throughout the Ouachita, Boston, and Ozark Mountains in the central and northern part of the state. Three of these amazing parks are of particular interest to motorcycle enthusiasts because of their great roads, outrageous overlooks, and beautiful natural scenery. I'm referring to Petit Jean, Mt. Nebo, and Mt. Magazine State Parks in central Arkansas, and in my experience these three are by far the most scenic
It's not the Blue Ridge Parkway, nor is it the Highway to the Sun, but if you're traveling through eastern Oklahoma or western Arkansas, you need to head south of the I-40 corridor into the Ouachita Mountains (pronounced wash-i-ta) to one of the best kept secrets of all America's scenic byways, the Talimena Trail or Talimena Scenic Drive.For those of you who've never heard of the Ouachita Mountains in Arkansas, these mountain ridges do something
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Normal 0 false false false MicrosoftInternetExplorer4 /* Style Definitions */ table.MsoNormalTable {mso-style-name:"Table Normal"; mso-tstyle-rowband-size:0; mso-tstyle-colband-size:0; mso-style-noshow:yes; mso-style-parent:""; mso-padding-alt:0in 5.4pt 0in 5.4pt; mso-para-margin:0in; mso-para-margin-bottom:.0001pt; mso-pagination:widow-orphan; font-size:10.0pt; font-family:"Times New Roman"; mso-ansi-language:#0400; mso-fareast-language:#0400; mso-bidi-language:#0400;} The 2009 XR1200 brings a sports bike back to the American Harley Davidson lineup. Harley Davidson has dominated the touring and cruising markets for decades, but the XR1200 introduces the company into a new market with new competitors around the globe. One of
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Normal 0 false false false MicrosoftInternetExplorer4 /* Style Definitions */ table.MsoNormalTable {mso-style-name:"Table Normal"; mso-tstyle-rowband-size:0; mso-tstyle-colband-size:0; mso-style-noshow:yes; mso-style-parent:""; mso-padding-alt:0in 5.4pt 0in 5.4pt; mso-para-margin:0in; mso-para-margin-bottom:.0001pt; mso-pagination:widow-orphan; font-size:10.0pt; font-family:"Times New Roman"; mso-ansi-language:#0400; mso-fareast-language:#0400; mso-bidi-language:#0400;} The 2009 Harley Davidson XR1200 motorcycle is bringing a whole new style to the Sportster family by departing from the sport cruiser look. Its styling is based on the race-built XR750 designed for flat track and street performance. The result is a motorcycle
Normal 0 false false false MicrosoftInternetExplorer4 st1\:*{behavior:url(#ieooui) } /* Style Definitions */ table.MsoNormalTable {mso-style-name:"Table Normal"; mso-tstyle-rowband-size:0; mso-tstyle-colband-size:0; mso-style-noshow:yes; mso-style-parent:""; mso-padding-alt:0in 5.4pt 0in 5.4pt; mso-para-margin:0in; mso-para-margin-bottom:.0001pt; mso-pagination:widow-orphan; font-size:10.0pt; font-family:"Times New Roman"; mso-ansi-language:#0400; mso-fareast-language:#0400; mso-bidi-language:#0400;} Although Harley Davidson stock has remained fairly low, the prices have steadied out a bit amidst this rocky market. The closing price two weeks ago were looking to drop below ten dollars a share as HOG neared it lowest point in
Tesla has faced quite a bit of feedback, both positive and negative, around its electric powered sports car. During their existence, they have dealt with some internal turmoil, losing Darryl Siry, but with his departure comes the addition of an experienced leader in the marketing and sales department. Tesla has hired former Harley Davidson executive Michael van der Sande. Mr. van der Sande began his time with HD in 1996 and in 2007 he was
Fresh off the announcement that the XR1200 would be available in the United States, Harley Davidson has announced a partnership with Henderson Insurance Brokers to hold the Henderson Harley Davidson XR1200 Trophy series. This marks Harley Davidson's official entry into the British Superbike Championship (BSB), and the new program was announced on November 27, 2008, at the National Motorcycle and Scooter Show.The new XR1200 Trophy Series will rely on the 35 Harley Davidson dealerships around
Harley Davidson first debuted the XR1200 at the Intermot International Motorcycle Exhibition in Cologne, Germany in 2006, looking to measure the overseas interest in the dirt-track racer inspired Harley. That viewing of the bike went well, and in early 2008 HD announced that they would be producing the XR1200, but to the dismay of the domestic Harley faithful it was only released in Europe, the Middle East, and Africa.
Normal 0 false false false MicrosoftInternetExplorer4 Rider Ed Krawiec and his Screamin' Eagle/Vance & Hines Harley Davidson entered the Automobile Club of Southern California NHRA Finals trailing reigning class champion Matt Smith by just 19 points. For those unfamiliar with the scoring in the NHRA, a driver/rider is awarded 20 points for each elimination round reached, so Krawiec had to simply last through one round more than Smith to secure a championship win. Krawiec
This Friday morning has opened on a slight upside, with stock prices up from yesterday, but without a substantial (and unexpected) spike in prices, HOG looks to close at its lowest weekly price. HOG opened this morning with a price of 12.63, up 0.73 from last nights price at the bell, and prices have spent the early part of the day in the low 12 dollar range, but that's likely little comfort to investors who
The Harley Owners Group (H.O.G.) organizes some of the largest and most popular Harley events annually, and they have announced that Oklahoma City as the host of the 2009 H.O.G. OKC. This event will be held on June 27-27, 2009, at the Oklahoma State Fair Park, and it will offer a wide variety of HD related entertainment under the name "Club HOG OKC". Activities at the event will include musical acts on two stages, demo
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The SEMA (Special Equipment Market Association) Show in Las Vegas every year is held to recognize the leaders in the automotive aftermarket industry. This is aimed at the aftermarket for cars and trucks, but in the past few years some motorcycles have found their way into various displays, and this year saw a handful of bikes from Orange County Choppers.The first two that we came across were the OCC Mobil 1 Bagger and the OCC
Normal 0 false false false MicrosoftInternetExplorer4 st1\:*{behavior:url(#ieooui) } /* Style Definitions */ table.MsoNormalTable {mso-style-name:"Table Normal"; mso-tstyle-rowband-size:0; mso-tstyle-colband-size:0; mso-style-noshow:yes; mso-style-parent:""; mso-padding-alt:0in 5.4pt 0in 5.4pt; mso-para-margin:0in; mso-para-margin-bottom:.0001pt; mso-pagination:widow-orphan; font-size:10.0pt; font-family:"Times New Roman"; mso-ansi-language:#0400; mso-fareast-language:#0400; mso-bidi-language:#0400;} Harley-Davidson has announced some slow downs in production, but even with the economy struggling the company has continued to move motorcycles. Sales in and around the Las Vegas area have been strong enough that on October 28, 2008, the new Red
Normal 0 false false false MicrosoftInternetExplorer4 /* Style Definitions */ table.MsoNormalTable {mso-style-name:"Table Normal"; mso-tstyle-rowband-size:0; mso-tstyle-colband-size:0; mso-style-noshow:yes; mso-style-parent:""; mso-padding-alt:0in 5.4pt 0in 5.4pt; mso-para-margin:0in; mso-para-margin-bottom:.0001pt; mso-pagination:widow-orphan; font-size:10.0pt; font-family:"Times New Roman"; mso-ansi-language:#0400; mso-fareast-language:#0400; mso-bidi-language:#0400;} From now until November 6, 2008, visitors to Harley-Davidson's Customizer website have a chance to win a free bike of their choice, with any available option and accessory from the company. How? Simply by going to http://www.harley-davidson.com/customizer , and clicking on the
Normal 0 false false false MicrosoftInternetExplorer4 /* Style Definitions */ table.MsoNormalTable {mso-style-name:"Table Normal"; mso-tstyle-rowband-size:0; mso-tstyle-colband-size:0; mso-style-noshow:yes; mso-style-parent:""; mso-padding-alt:0in 5.4pt 0in 5.4pt; mso-para-margin:0in; mso-para-margin-bottom:.0001pt; mso-pagination:widow-orphan; font-size:10.0pt; font-family:"Times New Roman"; mso-ansi-language:#0400; mso-fareast-language:#0400; mso-bidi-language:#0400;} Considering that Harley-Davidson has been atop the list for best selling motorcycles for over a century now, with a long history of quality and freedom helping to sell the bikes, the launch of their new V-Rod Muscle is likely an event that will
Normal 0 false false false MicrosoftInternetExplorer4 st1\:*{behavior:url(#ieooui) } /* Style Definitions */ table.MsoNormalTable {mso-style-name:"Table Normal"; mso-tstyle-rowband-size:0; mso-tstyle-colband-size:0; mso-style-noshow:yes; mso-style-parent:""; mso-padding-alt:0in 5.4pt 0in 5.4pt; mso-para-margin:0in; mso-para-margin-bottom:.0001pt; mso-pagination:widow-orphan; font-size:10.0pt; font-family:"Times New Roman"; mso-ansi-language:#0400; mso-fareast-language:#0400; mso-bidi-language:#0400;} In 1903 the Wright Brothers made their historic first flight in Kitty Hawk, North Carolina, and while that flight brought us an innovation that would change the world, from the travel industry to the face of warfare. However, there was another
Normal 0 false false false MicrosoftInternetExplorer4 /* Style Definitions */ table.MsoNormalTable {mso-style-name:"Table Normal"; mso-tstyle-rowband-size:0; mso-tstyle-colband-size:0; mso-style-noshow:yes; mso-style-parent:""; mso-padding-alt:0in 5.4pt 0in 5.4pt; mso-para-margin:0in; mso-para-margin-bottom:.0001pt; mso-pagination:widow-orphan; font-size:10.0pt; font-family:"Times New Roman"; mso-ansi-language:#0400; mso-fareast-language:#0400; mso-bidi-language:#0400;} Over the past three years, Harley-Davidson has seen a massive amount of growth in the European markets, and to aid that growth, HD purchased popular Italian motorcycle company MV Agusta in early August, 2008. This new branch of the HD empire will help
Normal 0 false false false MicrosoftInternetExplorer4 st1\:*{behavior:url(#ieooui) } /* Style Definitions */ table.MsoNormalTable {mso-style-name:"Table Normal"; mso-tstyle-rowband-size:0; mso-tstyle-colband-size:0; mso-style-noshow:yes; mso-style-parent:""; mso-padding-alt:0in 5.4pt 0in 5.4pt; mso-para-margin:0in; mso-para-margin-bottom:.0001pt; mso-pagination:widow-orphan; font-size:10.0pt; font-family:"Times New Roman"; mso-ansi-language:#0400; mso-fareast-language:#0400; mso-bidi-language:#0400;} Rising fuel costs have caused growth in unique areas of the transportation market, and motorcycles offer a far more exciting alternative to an egg-shaped, battery powered foreign car. Some companies have begun offering more "everyone friendly" alternatives, such as the Can
Normal 0 false false false MicrosoftInternetExplorer4 /* Style Definitions */ table.MsoNormalTable {mso-style-name:"Table Normal"; mso-tstyle-rowband-size:0; mso-tstyle-colband-size:0; mso-style-noshow:yes; mso-style-parent:""; mso-padding-alt:0in 5.4pt 0in 5.4pt; mso-para-margin:0in; mso-para-margin-bottom:.0001pt; mso-pagination:widow-orphan; font-size:10.0pt; font-family:"Times New Roman"; mso-ansi-language:#0400; mso-fareast-language:#0400; mso-bidi-language:#0400;} While most bike owners take pleasure in carefully detailing their bike, the owner of Harrell's Car Wash Systems has developed the first automated, touch-free motorcycle wash. The ideal sprouted when owner Mark Harrell spoke with American Chopper's Paul Teutul Sr. about the idea
Normal 0 false false false MicrosoftInternetExplorer4 /* Style Definitions */ table.MsoNormalTable {mso-style-name:"Table Normal"; mso-tstyle-rowband-size:0; mso-tstyle-colband-size:0; mso-style-noshow:yes; mso-style-parent:""; mso-padding-alt:0in 5.4pt 0in 5.4pt; mso-para-margin:0in; mso-para-margin-bottom:.0001pt; mso-pagination:widow-orphan; font-size:10.0pt; font-family:"Times New Roman"; mso-ansi-language:#0400; mso-fareast-language:#0400; mso-bidi-language:#0400;} October 24th, 2008 marks the beginning of the second annual California Bike Week (CBW). This three-day event, organized by the Southern California Harley-Davidson Dealers Association and the Love Foundation, with everything from vendors to music to food to flat track racing. There
The south has a wonderful jewel in it's midst, a road that is filled with adventure, smooth roads, stunning scenery of mountains, sweeping curves, valleys, lakes, and rolling fields, wildlife and many, many scenic stops along the way, and it was as if it was made for motorcycles. And that jewel is the Blue Ridge Parkway. Now I know that when it was first conceived in 1933 that the thought of making it a motorcycle
The 105th Anniversary of the Harley-Davidson Company was a four-day event featuring activities all around the greater Milwaukee area, including a meeting of the Harley Owner's Group (HOG) at Miller Park - the home of the Milwaukee Brewers. It was during this massive motorcycle show that Harley-Davidson and the Brewers announced a new partnership for the 2009 baseball season. The main attraction of this partnership is the new Harley-Davidson Deck, which will be built
What is a more fitting way for the man who wrote the legendary song Born in the USA to finish off a 100 concert tour with a stop at the 105th anniversary of Harley Davidson? While it seems like a match made in heaven, Bruce Springsteen and the E Street Band finished their world tour in Milwakee to mixed previews and reviews. Springsteen's music, which like her personal opinions support his generally "left" views,
Harley-Davidson styling heritage meets long-range riding comfort in the Road King. The large, detachable windshield and hard-shell saddlebags make this a versatile motorcycle suitable for touring or commuting. Classic styling touches include the chrome Hiawatha headlamp and clear-lens auxiliary passing lights, chrome engine covers, a deep-skirted FL front fender and white-stripe tires. The seat has been restyled for 2009 with chrome accents and a new low-mount license bracket locates the plate below the tail lamp,
The evolution of the Harley-Davidson hot rod continues for 2009, as most Sportster models roll into the new year on retuned suspension. Five Sportster models retain the raw, soulful styling that represents the uninhibited essence of motorcycling. Responsive handling, the flat torque delivery and distinctive sound of an American V-Twin engine, and classic styling cues make Harley-Davidson Sportster a motorcycle that just keeps getting better.When it debuted in 1957, the original Sportster projected a tough
Delivering an exclusive design combo of the nostalgic Springer front end and a wide 240 mm rear tire and fender, Harley-Davidson Custom Vehicle Operations (CVO) rolls out a truly original motorcycle with the 2009 CVO Softail Springer. Based on a totally unique frame design with wide, fully polished and chrome-plated swing arm, fully polished chrome cast aluminum oil tank and a host of premium components and accessories, the CVO Softail Springer stands alone in the
Packing plenty of power and just the right mix of chrome, the Sportster 1200 Custom stays true to its name. With a new lighter-weight chrome Slotted Disc Cast Aluminum rear wheel, chrome Laced Steel 21-inch front wheel with new fender, chrome engine highlights, chrome handlebar and headlight, and a polished fuel tank console, the 1200 Custom shimmers with style. Forward controls and a pull-back handlebar riser give the rider a cool-for-cruising position in the saddle.The
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