H-D film contest promotes female riders
posted by Motorcycle.Com Staff on Thursday, July 03, 2008
Harley-Davidson is holding a contest for female filmmakers to help encourage women to take up riding
Classic bike showcase at Mid-Ohio
posted by Motorcycle.Com Staff on Monday, June 23, 2008
Thousands of classic motorcycle enthusiasts will gather at the AMA's Vintage Motorcycle Days
H-D buys U.S. rights to XR1200 trademark
posted by Motorcycle.Com Staff on Wednesday, June 18, 2008
Harley-Davidson has reportedly purchased the US trademark rights to “XR1200”
H-D to buy out MV Agusta
posted by Motorcycle.Com Staff on Friday, June 06, 2008
Harley-Davidson is reportedly in advanced discussions to acquire Italian marque MV Agusta
H-D XR1200 rolls off the line
posted by Motorcycle.Com Staff on Wednesday, May 28, 2008
Harley-Davidson has begun production of its dirt track-inspired XR1200 for the European market
H-D Softail featured in Indy film
posted by Motorcycle.Com Staff on Friday, May 23, 2008
Keep an eye open for the two-wheeled co-star appearing in the new Indiana Jones flick
KISS army invading Sturgis
posted by Motorcycle.Com Staff on Friday, May 23, 2008
Rock superstars KISS will perform at the Rock’n the Rally concert Aug. 4 at Sturgis
H-D announces museum grand opening
posted by Motorcycle.Com Staff on Tuesday, May 06, 2008
Harley-Davidson Museum in Milwaukee will officially open its doors July 12
International Female Ride Day
posted by Motorcycle.Com Staff on Thursday, May 01, 2008
Move over guys, and let the ladies through, because May 2 is International Female Ride Day
H-D embraces the dark side
posted by Motorcycle.Com Staff on Wednesday, April 30, 2008
Harley-Davidson’s stripped-down Dark Custom collection aims for younger riders
H-D presents new line of eyewear
posted by Motorcycle.Com Staff on Friday, April 25, 2008
Harley-Davidson has a line of performance sunglasses designed for the motorcycle enthusiast
First quarter sales down for H-D
posted by Motorcycle.com Staff on Thursday, April 17, 2008
Harley-Davidson's motorcycle sales in the US fell 12.8% in the first quarter.
H-D salespeople top consumer survey
posted by Motorcycle.com Staff on Monday, April 14, 2008
A recent study has found that Harley-Davidson dealerships are tops in consumer satisfaction.
Mapmaker issues H-D anniversary atlas
posted by Motorcycle.Com Staff on Thursday, April 10, 2008
Rand McNally is publishing a new edition of the Harley-Davidson Ride Atlas of North America
60,000 expected for Laughlin River Run
posted by Motorcycle.Com Staff on Thursday, April 10, 2008
The largest ride-in motorcycle rally in the West returns to Laughlin, Nev. April 23-27
Best Western hotels ‘rider-friendly’
posted by Motorcycle.Com Staff on Wednesday, April 09, 2008
Motorcycle riders checking into a Best Western hotel can expect to receive some perks
Boss fans crash the party
posted by Motorcycle.Com Staff on Tuesday, April 08, 2008
A high volume of traffic crashed the ticketing website for Bruce Springsteen’s Aug. 30 performance
H-D workers approve deal
posted by Motorcycle.Com Staff on Monday, April 07, 2008
Three unions representing Harley-Davidson workers agreed to a new collective bargaining agreement
Riders reminded to check their helmets
posted by Motorcycle.Com Staff on Tuesday, April 01, 2008
Harley-Davidson is reminding motorcyclists that April is ‘Check Your Helmet Month’
Sopranos’ actor auctions autographed H-D motorcycle
posted by Motorcycle.Com Staff on Thursday, March 27, 2008
A 1994 Harley-Davidson motorcycle signed by the cast of The Sopranos is up for auction.
Thundersprint 2008 set for 11th annual
posted by Motorcycle.Com Staff on Wednesday, March 26, 2008
Hordes of British motorcycle enthusiasts are expected in Northwich, England
H-D museum offering memberships
posted by Motorcycle.Com Staff on Tuesday, March 25, 2008
Harley-Davidson is offering a special membership program for the Harley-Davidson Museum
Guidera wins NHRA drag opener
posted by Motorcycle.Com Staff on Wednesday, March 19, 2008
Matt Guidera edged out Andrew Hines in the National Hot Rod Association Pro Stock Motorcycle drag
H-D expands Academy to CA
posted by Motorcycle.Com Staff on Tuesday, March 11, 2008
Harley-Davidson is expanding its Rider’s Edge training program into California.
H-D Women’s Day raises $67,000
posted by Motorcycle.Com Staff on Monday, March 10, 2008
Hundreds of women rode their Harleys through the streets of Daytona to raise money for the Muscular
Harley-Davidson event changes line-up
posted by Motorcycle.Com Staff on Friday, March 07, 2008
One of the headliners for the Harley Owners Group’s 25th anniversary celebrations has pulled out
Harley-Davidson owners set lofty mileage goal
posted by Motorcycle.Com Staff on Tuesday, March 04, 2008
The Harley Nation will be ringing in the summer with a collective roar of v-twin engines as riders
Harley-Davidson Offers Helmet For Women
posted by Motorcycle.Com Staff on Wednesday, February 06, 2008
Hey, ladies! We all know it's a man's world because Mr. Brown told us so, but that doesn't mean you
Springsteen to Play at Harley's 105th
posted by Motorcycle.Com Staff on Friday, February 01, 2008
Harley-Davidson announced recently that Bruce Springsteen and the E Street Band will be one of many
H-D and Buell Announce Add'l Femmoto '07 Events
posted by Motorcycle.Com Staff on Tuesday, September 18, 2007
Femmoto is an outstanding resource for women in motorcycling, and for those looking to get into
Harley's Reduced '07 shipments Cause For Alarm?
posted by Motorcycle.Com Staff on Friday, September 14, 2007
At first glance, Harley-Davidson’s announcement last week that it plans to reduce shipments in
Sorry Fellas, This Motorcycle Garage is for Ladies Only
posted by Motorcycle.Com Staff on Thursday, June 21, 2007
Harley-Davidson is opening the metaphorical garage door to thousands...
H-D Museum Places Last Beam On 80 ft Museum Tower.
posted by Motorcycle.Com Staff on Monday, May 07, 2007
The final steel beam of the Harley-Davidson Museum building was placed atop an adjoining 80-foot tower May 4, representing a significant milestone in the construction of the new facility. With great...
The Harley 100,000th
posted by George Obradovich on Friday, May 04, 2007
Harley-Davidson RIDER’s EDGE NEW RIDER COURSE Trains 100,000th Student Course Educates Enthusiasts on Safe Motorcycle Riding Skills
Harley Post-Strike Analysis
posted by Motorcycle.Com Staff on Friday, April 27, 2007
"Like most Harley Davidson (NYSE: HOG) investors, I imagine, I really could have done without the company's labor strike last quarter -- but not for the reason you think.""In contrast, Harley's lost...
April is Check Your Helmet Month for Harley-Davidson
posted by Motorcycle.Com Staff on Wednesday, April 11, 2007
From Harley-Davidson:Dealers Offer Helmet Information, Purchased-On Date Stickers New Helmet Section Launched at h-d.comMILWAUKEE (April 11, 2007) – How often should a helmet be replaced and how...
Harley-Davidson Joins Buell as Femmoto 2007 Sponsor
posted by Motorcycle.Com Staff on Wednesday, April 04, 2007
From Harley-Davidson:MILWAUKEE (April 4, 2007) – For the first time at Femmoto, female riders will have the opportunity to demo ride motorcycles on the street as well as the track, and...
Windscreen Question
posted by Motorcycle.Com Staff on Thursday, March 08, 2007
I have an '06 Super Glide that I ride everywhere in all weather. A windscreen would be helpful for long, high-speed (relatively speaking) trips and in foul weather. I've looked at the OEM...
BREAKING NEWS: Harley and Union Reach Agreement.
posted by Motorcycle.Com Staff on Thursday, February 22, 2007
From Harley-Davidson:York, Pa., Feb. 22, 2007 -- Harley-Davidson Motor Company reported that motorcycle production will resume with the third shift this evening at the Company’s final assembly...
Riding into the Sunset
posted by Motorcycle.Com Staff on Wednesday, February 21, 2007
This is the way every GPTBer should want to take his last ride. Read about it here.
Local View of Harley Strik
posted by Motorcycle.Com Staff on Wednesday, February 07, 2007
"For the average York County resident, looking at the labor dispute between Harley-Davidson and the machinists union, it might be difficult to decide which side is the least sympathetic. On one side...
It's Official: Hoard the Hogs Now.
posted by Motorcycle.Com Staff on Friday, February 02, 2007
HD workers go on strike. From article: "YORK, Pa. - Nearly 2,800 union workers walked off the job Friday at Harley-Davidson Inc.’s largest manufacturing plant, with small groups quietly...
Possible Harley Strike
posted by George Obradovich on Thursday, February 01, 2007
HARLEY-DAVIDSON DISAPPOINTED WITH UNION VOTE
New XL 1200N Nightster From Harley-Davidson.
posted by Motorcycle.Com Staff on Monday, January 29, 2007
From Harley-Davidson:ORLANDO, Fla. (Jan. 29, 2007) – Harley-Davidson Sportster motorcycles get a burst of adrenalin with the launch of the new XL 1200N Nightster. With a wicked combination of...
Harley-Davidson 4Q Profit Up 9.7 Pct
posted by Motorcycle.Com Staff on Monday, January 22, 2007
"Harley safety classes? The iconic U.S. motorcycle maker Harley-Davidson Inc., which for years has capitalized on the image of the hard-bitten biker, wants to lure more women and minorities onto...
It's Tough to be a Hog in Havana.
posted by Motorcycle.Com Staff on Thursday, January 18, 2007
Harley bikers in Cuba keep old Harleys running.Check it out.
Early sign of Geezerdom?
posted by George Obradovich on Wednesday, January 10, 2007
As my 40th birthday has passed, I have realize that I am riding my Ducati sport tourer less because of several reasons. For some strange reason, a Dyna Super Glide Sport has become very interesting...
Evo v Twin Cam Dyna
posted by George Obradovich on Tuesday, January 09, 2007
I'm about to buy my first Big Twin and have a choice between 2 Dynas - a 97 Evo for £6500 and a 02 Twin Cam for £7900. I can afford either (just - and its gonna take 10yrs to pay for them so I aint...
Longtime H-D Critic Warms Up To The '07s.
posted by Motorcycle.Com Staff on Saturday, December 16, 2006
Jerry Garrett was pleasantly surprised on his recent test ride of a 2007 Road King. Read about it here.
V-Rod Buell
posted by George Obradovich on Saturday, December 16, 2006
Why doesn't Buell produce a Firebolt with a V-Rod engine? That would be a kick to ride. Also Buell would finally have a sport bike that could compete with Japanese and italian sport bikes.
New MO Poll/Survey
posted by Motorcycle.Com Staff on Monday, November 27, 2006
It's time for another MO reader Poll/Survey. There was a lot of chatter over Harley's XR 1200 prototype when it was revealed at Intermot not too long ago. We were wondering what readers really...
Seeking Unbiased (yea, right!) Opinion on Possible H-D Purchase.
posted by Motorcycle.Com Staff on Wednesday, November 01, 2006
I'm set on buying a new tour rig to replace my old Goldwing. Getting a new Wing is very appealing, but having ridden an Electra Glide Classic several hundred miles has me thinking HD (+ it's actually...
Motorcycles involved in a flood
posted by George Obradovich on Wednesday, October 25, 2006
Our motorcycles were involved in a flood. They were in the garage at the time of the flood. The water went over the seats. We have alot of money invested in our bikes. We are not happy with what...
Harley Asks for Concessions From It's Workers.
posted by Motorcycle.Com Staff on Saturday, October 14, 2006
Harley Davidson has asked for concessions from it's labor unions in the form of benefit cuts and a two tier wage system. See the article.This follows closely on the heels of H-D latest earnings...
Steven Tyler Designs $80,000 Harley.
posted by Motorcycle.Com Staff on Wednesday, September 20, 2006
Aerosmith frontman Steven Tyler has designed his first Harley Davidson motorcycle. The rocker took time away from the group earlier this year to undergo throat surgery, but he kept busy during his...
H-D Finishes 1-2-3 at Springfield.
posted by Motorcycle.Com Staff on Wednesday, September 06, 2006
Flat track is great fun to watch. The XR750 smoked 'em in Springfield
H.O.G.s Ride Sweet Roads thru PA and Beyond.
posted by Motorcycle.Com Staff on Wednesday, August 30, 2006
From Harley-Davidson:HERSHEY, Pa. (August 30, 2006) – Hundreds of Harley Owners Group (H.O.G.) members will spend their Labor Day week on the sweet roads between Hershey, Pa., and Huntington, W. Va.,...
Harley Adopts `HOG' Stock Symbol.
posted by Motorcycle.Com Staff on Saturday, August 12, 2006
" Aug. 10 (Bloomberg) -- Harley-Davidson Inc. is changing its stock symbol to ``HOG,'' a slang term for large motorcycles like those the company is famous for making." Read more
Getting New Riders High on the Hog.
posted by Motorcycle.Com Staff on Wednesday, August 02, 2006
Some interesting comments in here from Mr. Ziemer. Thanks to reader Cheesebeast for the story.--MOGROWING UP A FEW blocks from Harley-Davidson's original Milwaukee factory, Jim Ziemer saw, heard and...
Harley Q2 Results
posted by George Obradovich on Wednesday, July 19, 2006
HARLEY-DAVIDSON ANNOUNCES SECOND QUARTER RESULTS Worldwide Retail Motorcycle Sales Up 10 Percent
A Quickie From Harley
posted by Motorcycle.Com Staff on Friday, July 14, 2006
From Harley-Davidson:Harley-Davidson will launch the Twin Cam 96, an all-new Big Twin engine, as it introduces its 2007 line of motorcycles. The Twin Cam 96 will power all models in the...
Harley-Davidson's Various Activities at Sturgis.
posted by Motorcycle.Com Staff on Friday, May 19, 2006
From Harley-Davidson:MILWAUKEE (May 19, 2006) - Harley-Davidson events for the 66th Annual Black Hills Motorcycle Rally in Sturgis, S.D. from Aug. 7-13, 2006 are changing this year and will include...
You Only Think You've Got a Hot Bike!
posted by Motorcycle.Com Staff on Thursday, May 04, 2006
Come on, admit it! -- This is one of you MOfos, isn't it! Shoot to thrill... Road King with 6-foot "flame-job". This is a "Hold my Beer and watch this" episode if I ever saw one... ...
The Road Ahead for Harley.
posted by Motorcycle.Com Staff on Thursday, April 13, 2006
Wall Street likes to worry about Harley-Davidson Inc. (HDI). On April 12, the shares fell about five percent after the company reiterated its annual production targets when it reported its in-line...
Harley-Davidson Q1 Sales Figures
posted by George Obradovich on Wednesday, April 12, 2006
HARLEY-DAVIDSON ANNOUNCES FIRST QUARTER RESULTS
First Harley Shop Opened Saturday in China.
posted by Motorcycle.Com Staff on Saturday, April 08, 2006
The U.S. motorcycle company Harley-Davidson opened its first authorized Chinese dealership Saturday in Beijing. Company officials say they expect the motorcycle's entry into the Chinese market to...
Much ado about nothing?
posted by Motorcycle.Com Staff on Wednesday, April 05, 2006
It looks like local businesses are planning for a Hollister Rally even if the city council won't sanction it. It could make for an interesting holiday. Read the rest here.
Harley in China
posted by George Obradovich on Thursday, March 23, 2006
HARLEY-DAVIDSON NAMES DEALER IN CHINA Dealership Officially Opens in April in Beijing
Harley and The Baby Boomers.
posted by Motorcycle.Com Staff on Wednesday, March 15, 2006
Harley-Davidson Inc., the U.S. motorcycle maker, insists it isn't nervous.But analysts and others who watch the company say it's in the middle of a coming-of-age drama that might be called "Uneasy...
Harley-Davidson outlines plans for corporate museum.
posted by Motorcycle.Com Staff on Friday, February 24, 2006
MILWAUKEE - Motorcycle manufacturer Harley-Davidson Inc. said Friday it will begin work in the first half of this year on its $75 million corporate museum and will open it in 2008. Museum director...
Harley Intros Interactive Tool for Your Favorite Roads.
posted by Motorcycle.Com Staff on Monday, February 20, 2006
Interactive Service Allows Enthusiasts to Rate and Review Their Favorite Roads MILWAUKEE (February 20, 2006) - Harley-Davidson Motor Company announces its new Great Roads interactive web...
H-D Daytona Events
posted by George Obradovich on Monday, February 20, 2006
HARLEY-DAVIDSON DAYTONA 2006 BIKE WEEK EVENTS OFFER FULL SCHEDULE OF ACTIVITIES MILWAUKEE (February 20, 2006) - The official Harley-Davidson schedule of events for the 65th annual Bike Week at...
Harley Ride-In Show Custom Event at Daytona.
posted by Motorcycle.Com Staff on Monday, February 13, 2006
From Harley-Davidson:FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE HARLEY-DAVIDSON RIDE-IN SHOW CUSTOM MOTORYCLE CONTEST REVS UP DAYTONA BIKE WEEK 2006MILWAUKEE (February 13, 2006) - A show featuring some of the...
Harley Named Official Motorcycle of NHRA.
posted by Motorcycle.Com Staff on Monday, January 23, 2006
From Harley-DavidsonHarley-Davidson plans interactive display, motorcycle drawings and more in NHRA "Nitro Alley" GLENDORA, Calif. (Jan. 25, 2006) - In a landmark announcement, Harley-Davidson,...
Harley-Davidson Announces 20th Record Year.
posted by Motorcycle.Com Staff on Thursday, January 19, 2006
From a press release from Harley-Davidson.Revenue, Earnings and Retail Motorcycle Sales reach all time highsSelect financial data reported in the text of this press release is presented on the basis...
Harley-Davidson to open first dealership in China since WWII
posted by Motorcycle.Com Staff on Thursday, January 19, 2006
Read the article, then ask yourself what Harley thinks they know that no one else seems to know.MILWAUKEE Motorcycle maker Harley-Davidson says it's moving into China -- and it won't be easy. Read...
''Another high-quality service...'' from Harley.
posted by Motorcycle.Com Staff on Friday, January 06, 2006
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE HARLEY-DAVIDSON ANNOUNCES NEW MOTORCYCLE SHIPPING SERVICE Harley-Davidson Shipping Expands Riding Opportunities for Motorcycle Owners MILWAUKEE (January 6, 2005) -...
Live Chat Tomorrow With Some Screamin' Eagles.
posted by Motorcycle.Com Staff on Wednesday, December 14, 2005
From Harley-Davidson:(Continue to the rest in "Read More."--MO)LIVE CHAT TOMORROW WITH SCREAMIN' EAGLE/VANCE & HINES DRAG RACE TEAM! Ever wonder what it's like to blast down a quarter-mile drag race...
A Harley doing the Dakar Rally?
posted by Motorcycle.Com Staff on Wednesday, December 07, 2005
Check out those brave guys: hogwildracing.com Good luck! Good luck indeed! --MO
Man killed while trying to load a motorcycle onto a truck.
posted by Motorcycle.Com Staff on Tuesday, December 06, 2005
AUBURN, Mass. An Auburn man was killed when a motorcycle he was loading onto the back of his pickup truck fell on top of him.Ugh! One of my worst nightmares. Read the rest here. This one is...
H-D 2006 Dyna Transmission Recall
posted by Motorcycle.Com Staff on Wednesday, November 23, 2005
MILWAUKEE, Nov. 22 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Harley-Davidson Motor Company (NYSE: HDI) has issued a voluntary safety recall on 2006 model year Dyna series motorcycles built between June 9 and...
CVO Destroyer: Pete Learns To Leave His Mark
posted by Motorcycle.Com Staff on Monday, November 21, 2005
Fontana, CA -- Take one part novice and one part professional instruction; mix together thoroughly with street bike and marinade for approximately two hours. Remove novice from street bike and...
2,450cc Liquid Cooled HD Engine
posted by Motorcycle.Com Staff on Thursday, November 03, 2005
Check out Pages 7 to 10. Looks like testing on a 2,450cc liquid cooled motor. If they use the similar technology as the V-Rod engine but more than double the displacement you would have one hell of...
Harley test rider thrives.
posted by Motorcycle.Com Staff on Wednesday, November 02, 2005
By: Carol French, Special to the Journal Wednesday, November 2, 2005There are a few jobs that most guys would gladly trade positions to have, like a test driver for Ferrari or a coach for the...
Harley Stock Down Over Six Percent
posted by Motorcycle.Com Staff on Wednesday, October 05, 2005
The Ratings Game Pier 1 lifted by KeyBanc upgrade Harley-Davidson hit by Banc of America downgrade"The brokerage recommended that Harley-Davidson cut inventory over the coming months." You'll have...
Is a Sportster Too Small?
posted by Motorcycle.Com Staff on Thursday, September 22, 2005
I have a honda 125 dirt bike i can get pretty crazy on. I am looking into getting a cruiser now though. I am a man and weigh about 225. Would the sportster 883 or 1200 be too small for me. Is it...
Harley going legit?
posted by George Obradovich on Tuesday, August 23, 2005
I've just received the 2006 edition of Harley-Davidson's whopping P&A catalog. I notice in the Screaming Eagle section there are no more "off road use only" (wink wink) high performance parts...
Can we talk about motorcycles?
posted by George Obradovich on Monday, July 25, 2005
Harley-Davidson has released its 2006 lineup. The Dyna line has been re-designed with a new chassis and 6 speed transmission. The new Bobber and Night Rod (perfect compliments to each other I...
Harley to do more rentals
posted by Steven Verschoor on Saturday, July 02, 2005
HD is growing it's rental business. Great way for HD to sell more and get more people riding! While this might sound great at first, let's think about this for a second. What have rentals brought to...
Free Motorcycle DVDs
posted by Steven Verschoor on Friday, July 01, 2005
Free Sturgis DVD at www.freerallydvd.com
Motorcycle Retailers Spark Tourism
posted by Steven Verschoor on Thursday, June 23, 2005
Huntington, West Virginia anticipates an increase in tourism, and tourist spending, thanks to the Harley-Davidson Posse Ride. The Posse Ride involves motorcyclists making a 3,000-mile journey from...
Touring DC on a Hog
posted by Motorcycle.Com Staff on Friday, June 03, 2005
What's a vacation without your motorcycle? A bad one, so sayeth MO! Don't despair, there's alternatives, as Gabezilla recently found out when he took the wife to tour Washington, DC on a Fat Boy...
Harley-Davidson Back in Court
posted by George Obradovich on Friday, May 27, 2005
Harley-Davidson recently filed a lawsuit against aftermarket engine builders S&S Cycles and Delkron, claiming the companies violated patent rights on certain engine components, as well as company...
Class Action Filled Against Harley-Davidson
posted by Motorcycle.Com Staff on Friday, May 20, 2005
Seems like some necktie wearing snakes are claiming H-D fudged the numbers... biz.yahoo.com