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Harley-Davidson Rocks Beach Street, Speedway in Daytona

MILWAUKEE (Feb. 21, 2012) – Harley-Davidson will fire up the riding season at Daytona Bike Week 2012 with a collection of the latest and greatest motorcycles and more at Riverfront Park on Beach Street and at Daytona International Speedway. "We know that Daytona Bike Week signals the start of motorcycle season, and Harley-Davidson has been part of that tradition since the beginning," said Steve Piehl, Harley-Davidson Director of Customer Experience. "Not only will we give riders a chance to enj…

Kyle Wyman Repeats AMA Pro Vance & Hines XR1200 Win at Daytona

Daytona Beach, Fla. (March 16, 2012) — Kyle Wyman won a classic four-rider drafting battle on the last of seven laps to earn his second consecutive victory in the season-opening AMA Pro Vance & Hines XR1200 series race at Daytona International Speedway March 16. Riding under the Kyle Wyman Racing/Kuryakyn/Riders Discount banner, the 22-year-old racer from Macedon, NY, who started from the pole position, out-drafted veterans Michael Barnes (Bartels’ Harley-Davidson) and David Estok (Trev De…

Krawiec Rides Harley-Davidson To NHRA World Championship

Pomona, California (November 13, 2011) – Harley-Davidson® Screamin' Eagle®/Vance & Hines rider Ed Krawiec is the 2011 NHRA Pro Stock Motorcycle world champion. Krawiec clinched the title with a second-round win at the Automobile Club of Southern California NHRA Finals at Auto Club Raceway that eliminated Lucas Oil Buell rider Hector Arana Jr., the only rider in the field with a chance to overtake Krawiec for the championship. Krawiec advanced to the final round and lost to his Harley-Davidso…

Harley-Davidson Honors Active And Retired Military At Home And Abroad For Military Appreciation Month

MILWAUKEE, Nov. 1, 2011 – Harley-Davidson Motor Company will celebrate Military Appreciation Month once again this November with a number of efforts to show its support and gratitude for the men and women in the military. One way the company will do that is by teaming up with the United Service Organizations (USO). Harley-Davidson will welcome donations at its nearly 650 dealerships throughout the country on behalf of the USO Nov. 1 through Dec. 31. The donations will be used to assemble care …

Krawiec Wins All-Harley Final At Las Vegas NHRA Nationals

LAS VEGAS, Nevada (October 30, 2011) – Harley-Davidson® Screamin' Eagle®/Vance & Hines rider Ed Krawiec rode a Harley-Davidson® V-Rod® to win the Pro Stock Motorcycle eliminations at the Big O Tires NHRA Nationals at Las Vegas Motor Speedway. Krawiec defeated his Harley-Davidson® Screamin' Eagle®/Vance & Hines teammate Andrew Hines in the final. With one event remaining on the season schedule, Krawiec holds a 69-point lead in the Full Throttle NHRA Countdown to the Championship. "This p…

Krawiec And Harley V-Rod® Lead NHRA Countdown Battle

MOHNTON, PA. (October 3, 2011) – Harley-Davidson® Screamin' Eagle®/Vance & Hines rider Ed Krawiec retained his lead in the NHRA Full Throttle Countdown to the Championship, winning one round of eliminations at the rain-delayed Auto-Plus® NHRA Nationals at Maple Grove Raceway. The Pro Stock Motorcycle class ran one round on Sunday, and then continued racing on Monday. Krawiec won on Sunday, defeating Shawn Gann on the Dirt World Nation Buell. On Monday, Krawiec lost in the second round to SA…

Coolbeth Takes Factory Harley To Sixth Place At Calistoga

CALISTOGA, Calif. (October 1, 2011) –Harley-Davidson® Screamin' Eagle® Factory rider Kenny Coolbeth raced to a sixth-place finish in the AMA Pro Harley-Davidson Insurance Flat Track Championship event at Calistoga Speedway. Coolbeth placed second in his heat race and won the Dash for Cash bonus sprint. The 25-lap main was won by Zanotti Racing/Schaeffer`s Harley-Davidson rider Jake Johnson, who took the series points lead with one race left on the 2011 schedule. Coolbeth's Harley-Davidson XR750…

Krawiec Maintains NHRA Points Lead At Dallas Drags

ENNIS, Texas (September 26, 2011) – Harley-Davidson® Screamin' Eagle®/Vance & Hines rider Ed Krawiec added to his points lead in the NHRA Full Throttle Countdown to the Championship at the AAA Texas NHRA Fall Nationals at the Texas Motorplex. Krawiec won a single round in Sunday eliminations, but his closest rival for the championship, Geico Suzuki rider Karen Stoffer, was also eliminated in the second round and failed to gain points on the Harley-Davidson® V-Rod® rider. With four rounds lef…

Coolbeth Races Factory Harley To Second Place At Brainerd

BRAINERD, Minn. (September 26, 2011) –Harley-Davidson® Screamin' Eagle® Factory rider Kenny Coolbeth finished second in the Grand National Twins main of the AMA Pro Harley-Davidson Insurance Flat Track Championship event at North Central Speedway. Rogers Lake/Blue Springs Harley-Davidson rider Jared Mees won the race, and Zanotti Racing/Schaeffer`s Harley-Davidson rider Jake Johnson was third, as Harley-Davidson XR750 motorcycle riders filled the podium. Coolbeth qualified for the main with a s…

Krawiec Maintains NHRA Points Lead At Dallas Drags

ENNIS, Texas (September 26, 2011) – Harley-Davidson® Screamin' Eagle®/Vance & Hines rider Ed Krawiec added to his points lead in the NHRA Full Throttle Countdown to the Championship at the AAA Texas NHRA Fall Nationals at the Texas Motorplex. Krawiec won a single round in Sunday eliminations, but his closest rival for the championship, Geico Suzuki rider Karen Stoffer, was also eliminated in the second round and failed to gain points on the Harley-Davidson® V-Rod® rider. With four rounds lef…

Coolbeth Places Ninth At Knoxville Raceway Half-Mile

KNOXVILLE, Iowa (September 10, 2011) – Harley-Davidson® Screamin' Eagle® Factory rider Kenny Coolbeth won the third qualifying heat and raced to a ninth-place finish in AMA Pro Harley-Davidson Insurance Flat Track Championship Grand National Twins main at the half-mile Knoxville Raceway. The race was won by Rogers Lake/Blue Springs Harley-Davidson rider Jared Mees in one of the closest photo-finishes in AMA Pro history over Zanotti Racing/Schaeffer`s Harley-Davidson rider Jake Johnson. Mees now …

Coolbeth Fourth In Close Race On The Springfield Mile

SPRINGFIELD, Ill. (September 5, 2011) – Harley-Davidson® Screamin’ Eagle® Factory rider Kenny Coolbeth placed fourth as the AMA Pro Harley-Davidson Insurance Flat Track Championship Grand National Twins race on the Springfield Mile came to a dramatic finish. After a re-start for a red flag, the race came down to a five-lap sprint to the checkered flag with six riders racing elbow-to-elbow in the lead pack. Coolbeth ran as high as second place, but Harley-Davidson of Wausau rider Willie McCoy wou…

Krawiec And Harley Claim Top Seed For NHRA Countdown

INDIANAPOLIS, Ind. (September 5, 2011) – Harley-Davidson® Screamin’ Eagle® / Vance & Hines rider Ed Krawiec won in the first round of Pro Stock Motorcycle drag racing eliminations at the Mac Tools U.S. Nationals at Lucas Oil Raceway and secured the top seed in the Full Throttle NHRA Countdown to the Championship playoff series. Krawiec earned 20 bonus points for leading the top-ten riders who will compete for the championship over the last six events of the season. “It's grea…

Harley-Davidson Brings Bikes Over Baghdad To Warrior Zone Grand Opening

MILWAUKEE, WI (August 24, 2011) – The 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 used to, the team, and its tour sponsor, Harley-Davidson, will deliver the same amount of action, thrill and …

Harley-Davidson Insurance Signs On as Presenting Sponsor of AMA Pro Vance & Hines XR1200 Races at Red Bull Indy GP

DAYTONA BEACH, FL (August 23, 2011) - AMA Pro Racing is pleased to announce that Harley-Davidson Insurance Services Inc. has signed on as Presenting Sponsor of the upcoming AMA Pro Vance & Hines XR1200 Championship double-header, which will run as part of the Red Bull Indy GP weekend, August 26-28. The famed Indianapolis Motor Speedway will host two ten-lap Vance & Hines XR1200 presented by Harley-Davidson Insurance races -- one on Saturday, the second on Sunday -- introducing local…

Honda Racers Finish Third Overall in Both 250 and 450 Classes

08/15/2011 - Torrance, CAThe Unadilla MX National at Unadilla Valley Sports Center in New Berlin, NY, hosted round nine of the 2011 AMA Motocross Championship this weekend, and the Honda Red Riders raced to podium finishes on their Honda CRF250R and CRF450R race machines.Justin Barcia made his debut in the 450 class one to remember by putting in two impressive rides aboard his American Honda Racing-prepared CRF450R, finishing third overall. As the sole rider for the factory Honda team, Barcia go…

Jared Mees to Appear at Sturgis Bike Week

Rogers Lake Racing/Blue Springs Harley-Davidson/Screamin' Eagle rider, and 2009 Grand National Twins Champion Jammin Jared Mees is doing some heavy P.R. work for Harley Davidson this week at the annual Sturgis Bike Week. Jared will be appearing on Thursday from 10am til 2pm at the Harley Davidson demo ride tent located on Main St in Sturgis.In addition to signing autographs for the many people attending, Jared will also be racing against fans on 1 of 2 specially prepared XR1200 Harley-Davidson's…

Coolbeth Races To Eighth Place On I-96 Half-Mile

LAKE ODESSA, Mich. (July 24, 2011) - Harley-Davidson® Screamin’ Eagle® Factory rider Kenny Coolbeth raced to an eighth-place finish in the Grand National Twins main at the 11th round of the AMA Pro Harley-Davidson Insurance Flat Track Championship at I-96 Speedway. The race was won by Rogers Lake/ Blue Springs Harley-Davidson rider and Michigan native Jared Mees on a Harley-Davidson XR750 motorcycle.“We really struggled all night with bike set-up,” said Coolbeth, who won the previous race i…

Coolbeth Seventh On Factory Harley-Davidson At Sacramento

SACRAMENTO, Calif. (July 30, 2011) – Screamin' Eagle® Harley-Davidson® Factory rider Kenny Coolbeth placed seventh as the AMA Pro Harley-Davidson Insurance Flat Track Championship made a thrilling return to the Sacramento Mile at the Cal Expo Center. Fasthog.com/American Harley-Davidson rider Bryan Smith won the race by just 0.042 seconds after a long battle with Chris Carr on the American Motorcyclist Association Harley-Davidson XR750. Zanotti Racing /Schaeffer`s Harley-Davidson rider Jake…

Krawiec Gains On Stoffer With Two Wins At Sonoma

SONOMA, Calif. (July 31, 2011) – Harley-Davidson® Screamin' Eagle®/Vance & Hines rider Ed Krawiec advanced to the third round of Pro Stock Motorcycle eliminations at the Fram / Autolite NHRA Nationals at Infineon Raceway. Krawiec got a win over the series points leader Karen Stoffer in round two, and narrowed the gap between himself and Stoffer to just five points with two events left before the Countdown to the Championship playoffs.Krawiec qualified second aboard a Harley-Davidson V-R…

Krawiec Takes Harley V-Rod to Semi-Finals at Denver Drags

MORRISON, Colo. (July 24, 2011) - Harley-Davidson® Screamin’ Eagle®/Vance & Hines rider Ed Krawiec raced his Harley-Davidson V-Rod® to the semi-final round of Pro Stock Motorcycle eliminations at the Mopar Mile-High NHRA Nationals at Bandimere Speedway. Krawiec also posted the top speed of the event at 185.84 mph. Karen Stoffer rode the Geico Suzuki to win the final round.Krawiec qualified third for Sunday eliminations with an elapsed time (ET) of 7.258 seconds. Andrew Hines qualified t…

Coolbeth Races to Eighth Place on I-96 Half-Mile

LAKE ODESSA, Mich. (July 24, 2011) - Harley-Davidson® Screamin’ Eagle® Factory rider Kenny Coolbeth raced to an eighth-place finish in the Grand National Twins main at the 11th round of the AMA Pro Harley-Davidson Insurance Flat Track Championship at I-96 Speedway. The race was won by Rogers Lake/ Blue Springs Harley-Davidson rider and Michigan native Jared Mees on a Harley-Davidson XR750 motorcycle.“We really struggled all night with bike set-up,” said Coolbeth, who won the previous race i…

Harley-Davidson Events Rule at Sturgis 2011 Rally

MILWAUKEE (July 12, 2011) - Harley-Davidson riders and enthusiasts will revel in one of the motorcycle world's most unique and exciting events at the 71st Annual Sturgis Motorcycle Rally in South Dakota's legendary Black Hills region.The Harley-Davidson Road Tour will run from Saturday, August 6 through Saturday, August 13 at its location at the intersection of 3rd and Lazelle streets in downtown Sturgis. All Harley-Davidson activities in Sturgis are free of charge and include the following…

Krawiec Holds on to NHRA Pro Stock Points Lead at Route 66

JOLIET, Ill. (July 10, 2011) – Harley-Davidson® Screamin’ Eagle®/Vance & Hines rider Ed Krawiec left the O’Reilly Auto Parts Route 66 NHRA Nationals leading the NHRA Pro Stock Motorcycle series after winning one round of eliminations. Krawiec took over the series lead after winning the last event in Norwalk, Ohio, but could not build on that momentum in the heat and humidity at Route 66 Raceway. “We still don’t have a good hot-weather tune-up for the Screamin’ Eagle V-Rod®, a…

Coolbeth Sweeps Hagerstown on Factory Harley-Davidson

HAGERSTOWN, Maryland (July 9, 2011) - Harley-Davidson® Screamin’ Eagle® Factory rider Kenny Coolbeth turned in a dominating performance, leading every lap and notching his first Grand National Twins win of the season on the Hagerstown Speedway half-mile. Coolbeth also won the four-lap Dash for Cash bonus sprint at the 10th round of the AMA Pro Harley-Davidson Insurance Flat Track Championship.“This has always been one of my favorite tracks. It feels like my home track, in fact,” said Coolbe…

Two American Icons Reunite to Salute The Forces of Good

MILWAUKEE (July 5, 2011) - On July 22, two icons of freedom will roll onto the silver screen when Marvel Studios releases Captain America: The First Avenger, who defends freedom and justice for all on a Harley-Davidson® WLA motorcycle.During World War II, Harley-Davidson produced and dispatched almost 70,000 WLA motorcycles overseas to support the war effort. The motorcycle was affectionately known as the "Liberator" by U.S. Service Men and Women.To celebrate this reunion, Harley-Davidson M…

Krawiec Takes Pro Stock Points Lead with Win at Norwalk

NORWALK, Ohio (June 26, 2011) - Harley-Davidson® Screamin’ Eagle®/Vance & Hines rider Ed Krawiec rode a Harley-Davidson® V-Rod® to his second Pro Stock Motorcycle event win of the season at the 5th annual Summit Racing Equipment NHRA Nationals at Summit Motorsports Park. Krawiec defeated Buell rider Matt Smith in the final, and leaves Norwalk leading the Pro Stock Motorcycle class in season points.“It’s great to be back on top in points,” said Krawiec. “I want to stay there for the rest…

Hines and Krawiec in Top-Three in Points After Englishtown

ENGLISHTOWN, N.J. (June 05, 2011) – Harley-Davidson® Screamin’ Eagle®/Vance & Hines riders Andrew Hines and Ed Krawiec maintained top-three positions in series points with multiple wins in the elimination rounds at the 42nd annual NHRA SuperNationals at Old Bridge Township Raceway Park. Krawiec was the top qualifier for the event and took his Harley-Davidson® V-Rod® to the second round of eliminations. Hines raced a Harley-Davidson® V-Rod® to the semi-final roun…

Dare to Compare a Harley-Davidson

Milwaukee (June 1, 2011) – Demos are a popular and exciting way for riders to experience the power and performance of Harley-Davidson® motorcycles, and the new Harley-Davidson Dare to Compare Experience at the Americade Motorcycle Rally lets riders take an entire day’s ride on a new 2011 Harley® motorcycle.To experience the exhilarating difference of twisting the throttle on a new Harley-Davidson motorcycle, H-D is offering more than 200 events nationwide.Since 2008, Harley-Davidson has tri…

Coolbeth Fourth on Factory Harley at Springfield

MILWAUKEE (May 31, 2011) - Harley-Davidson Screamin' Eagle Factory rider Kenny Coolbeth finished fourth in the opening round of the Grand National Twins portion of the 2011 AMA Pro Harley-Davidson Insurance Flat Track Championship on the Springfield Mile at the Illinois State Fairgrounds. The race was won by Rogers Lake/ Blue Springs Harley-Davidson rider Jared Mees on a Harley-Davidson XR750.Racing at Springfield was delayed until late Sunday afternoon to allow the track to dry following h…

Harley-Davidson Heads Back to Iraq for Bikes Over Baghdad 4

Milwaukee (May 26, 2011) – Continuing its long-standing relationship with the U.S. Military, Harley-Davidson Motor Company today announced another chapter in its ongoing support of Bikes Over Baghdad (BOB), in which some of the biggest names in action sports perform high-adrenaline stunt shows for U.S. troops stationed overseas.The upcoming BOB tour – the fourth for the passionate BMX stunt team, which includes riders, announcers and ramp builders – runs June 7-19 and will stop at several b…

Harley Factory Team is Ready to Race at Springfield

MILWAUKEE (May 25, 2011) – The Harley-Davidson Screamin’ Eagle Factory Team will have three-time champion rider Kenny Coolbeth in the saddle to open the 2011 Grand National Twins portion of the AMA Pro Harley-Davidson Insurance Flat Track Championship on May 22 at the historic Springfield Mile in Springfield, Ill. Coolbeth returns for a sixth season aboard the factory Harley-Davidson XR750. “I’m off to a good start this season, but it will be good to get on the big bike again,” said C…

Harley-Davidson Hits the Road this Summer with Willie Nelsons Country Throwdown Tour

MILWAUKEE (May 23, 2011) – Two American icons, outlaw country music and Harley-Davidson Motor Company, launch the summer concert season this Memorial Day weekend with Willie Nelson’s Country Throwdown tour. This second annual outdoor music tour mixes some of the hottest young artists in country music with the rogue roots of Harley-Davidson and America. “Harley-Davidson and Country Throwdown represent the true essence of the American spirit, one that is deeply rooted in freedom and self…

Hines races Harley V-Rod to NHRA semi-finals in Atlanta

COMMERCE, Ga. (May 15, 2011) – Harley-Davidson® Screamin’ Eagle®/Vance & Hines rider Andrew Hines advanced to semi-final round of eliminations at the 31st annual Summit Racing Equipment NHRA Southern Nationals at Atlanta Dragway, and moved into second place in NHRA Pro Stock Motorcycle season points. Hines qualified his Harley-Davidson® V-Rod® fourth for the event with a 6.937 elapsed time (et), and defeated Coffman Tank Truck Buell rider Angie Smith in the first round of…

Piasano News Release

ROAD IRON (April 27, 2011) — At last - a Bagger magazine without Bagger in the title! And because it is from Paisano - you know it will be the BEST!For over forty years Paisano Publications have been partnering with you in the marketing and promotion of the Harley Davidson/V-Twin market. From covering the lifestyle of bikers around the world (Easyriders Magazine), to the industry’s leading trade show (V-Twin Expo), to Easyriders Bike Shows and Rodeos, we have led the way.No…

La Banda Films Announces Premiere of Unique Documentary Celebrating Latino Motorcycling Culture

LOS ANGELES (April 18, 2011) - La Banda Films today announced the release of the documentary film, Harlistas: An American Journey, premiering April 2011. The film is directed by award-winning filmmaker Alfredo de Villa and follows the emotional journeys of real-life Harlistas – Harley riders of Latino heritage – as they seek adventure, camaraderie and achievement of the American Dream. The documentary is the first of its kind to ever profile Latino motorcycling culture in the U…

KRAWIEC RIDES HARLEY V-ROD TO DRAG VICTORY AT GAINESVILLE

Krawiec Runs 199.26 MPH to Set New NHRA Speed Record; Hines Qualifies ThirdMILWAUKEE (March 14, 2011) - Harley-Davidson® Screamin' Eagle®/Vance & Hines rider Eddie Krawiec opened the 2011 NHRA Full Throttle Series Pro Stock Motorcycle drag racing season with a victory at the 42nd annual Tire Kingdom NHRA Gatornationals at Gainesville Raceway. Krawiec, who also won at Gainesville in 2010, posted the quickest elapsed time of Sunday eliminations in round three with a 6.825-second pass at 1…

HARLEY-DAVIDSON® MOTORCLOTHES® PINK LABEL COLLECTION HELPS SUPPORT BREAST CANCER ORGANIZATIONS

Motor Company and Participating Dealer Donations Total $370,000MILWAUKEE (March 29, 2011) - As part of a continuing effort to support women and their families impacted by breast cancer, Harley-Davidson Motor Company is pleased to announce it is donating $370,000 to organizations that support those who are affected by breast cancer.The idea for the Harley-Davidson Pink Label Collection was inspired by women who have been affected by breast cancer and is designed to help support them.A portion of …

Kyle Wyman Wins AMA Pro Vance & Hines XR1200 Race at Daytona

Top Four Finishers Covered by 0.136 second in Last Lap Drafting BattleMILWAUKEE (March 12, 2011) - Kyle Wyman broke free from an exciting four-rider drafting pack to make a dramatic last lap pass to earn his first professional road racing win on his Harley-Davidson XR1200 motorcycle in the AMA Pro Vance & Hines XR1200 series season opener at Daytona International Speedway March 11.Riding for RMR/Bruce Rossmeyer's Daytona Racing, the 21-year-old racer from Macedon, NY, nipped teammate Ch…

Harley-Davidson Debuts New H-D1 Custom Bike Showcase at Daytona

Harley-Davidson motorcycles have long been known for the statements they make about their owners’ unique personal style. At Daytona Bike Week 2011, Harley-Davidson motorcycle owners are invited to enter their customized bikes in the all-new H-D1 Custom Bike Showcase presented by Best Western.Riders can enter their motorcycles any time during Daytona Bike Week (March 5 to March 12) from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the Harley-Davidson Beach Street location at Riverfront Park. Winners will be selecte…

HARLEY-DAVIDSON AT BEACH STREET AND SPEEDWAY IN DAYTONA

MILWAUKEE (February 14, 2011) – Harley-Davidson will get the riding season off to a rousing start at Daytona Bike Week 2011 with a dynamic display of motorcycles and more at Riverfront Park on Beach Street and at Daytona International Speedway.The 70th Annual Daytona Bike Week 2011 embodies the powerful image of riders, enthusiasts and their bikes enjoying racing and revelry in the sun and sand of Daytona Beach, Fla. With a unique collection of riders and motorcycle enthusiasts from around the w…

HARLEY-DAVIDSON AT BEACH STREET AND SPEEDWAY IN DAYTONA

Bike Week 2011 Fires It Up with Demos, New H-D1 Custom Bike Showcase and MoreMILWAUKEE (February 14, 2011) – Harley-Davidson will get the riding season off to a rousing start at Daytona Bike Week 2011 with a dynamic display of motorcycles and more at Riverfront Park on Beach Street and at Daytona International Speedway.The 70th Annual Daytona Bike Week 2011 embodies the powerful image of riders, enthusiasts and their bikes enjoying racing and revelry in the sun and sand of Daytona Beach, Fla. Wi…

NEW CORE SERIES PAINT PROGRAM OFFERS INDIVIDUAL DESIGNS

Specify Color, Design and Finish of a Complete Paint Set from Harley-DavidsonMILWAUKEE (January 4, 2011) - The new Core Series paint program from Harley-Davidson Genuine Motor Accessories offers Harley owners the opportunity to create their own paint using select designs, colors, and finishes. Painted by professional artists and pinstripers to strict original-equipment standards, the Core Series offers 58 possible combinations utilizing five designs, six custom colors and the choi…

NEW DUNLOP WIDE WHITEWALL TIRES FOR SPORTSTER MODELS

Old School Style Available in 19-Inch Front and 16-Inch RearMILWAUKEE (November 29, 2010) Roll a Sportster® retro on new Wide Whitewall Dunlop® Harley-Davidson® D-401 Cruiser Tires (P/N 55193-10 100/90-19 front, $169.95; P/N 55192-10 150/80B16 rear, $222.95) from Harley-Davidson Genuine Motor Accessories®. The front tire features a 1.125-inch wide white stripe on the sidewall, while the rear has a 1.50-inch-wide stripe. These “wide whites” work with a variety of custom styles, esp…

NEW 19-INCH AGITATOR FRONT WHEEL FOR HARLEY TOURING MODELS

A Choice of Mirror Chrome or Contrast Chrome FinishMILWAUKEE (November 29, 2010) The new 19-inch Agitator Front Wheel (P/N 55071-11 Mirror Chrome, $749.95; P/N 55070-11 Contrast Chrome, $549.95) was co-developed with Harley-Davidson Custom Vehicle Operations (CVO) specifically for Touring models. The Contrast Chrome version is original equipment on the 2011 CVO Street Glide, and is the largest-diameter front wheel offered by Harley-Davidson Genuine Motor Accessories.The 19-inch Ag…

NEW HARLEY-DAVIDSON UNIVERSAL LOCKS FOR SOFT SADDLEBAGS

Add Security to Leather and Vinyl Soft-Sided BagsMILWAUKEE (November 29, 2010) The new Universal Saddlebag Lock Kit (P/N 90300017, $49.95) from Harley-Davidson Genuine Motor Accessories keeps the contents of soft-sided saddlebags safe from the grab-and-go thief. This kit features two extra-small barrel locks that can replace existing saddlebag snaps to perform double-duty as locks or as snaps when the bags don’t need to be locked. The lock can also be keyed to match a barrel-style…

NEW HARLEY-DAVIDSON ENGINE BRIGHTENER

Rejuvenate Wrinkle Black Paint on Engine and Drivetrain CoversMILWAUKEE (November 29, 2010) New Harley-Davidson® Engine Brightener (P/N 93600002, $14.95) from Harley-Davidson Genuine Motor Accessories is designed to restore faded wrinkle-black paint on engine and powertrain components. H-D® Engine Brightener refreshes and rejuvenates engine cases, cylinder fins, covers, or anywhere else the wrinkle black color has faded or lost its luster. This finish restorer cleans deep into the…

HARLEY-DAVIDSON TEAMS UP WITH BIGGEST NAMES IN ACTION SPORTS TO THANK US TROOPS DURING BIKES OVER BAGHDAD 3 TOUR

MILWAUKEE – Holiday cheer will come early for some of the 50,000 U.S. and Coalition Armed Forces serving in the Middle East. This November and December, Harley-Davidson Motor Company is teaming up with Bikes Over Baghdad for seven unforgettable and adrenaline-packed action sports performances at military bases throughout Iraq and Kuwait, all with one mission in mind: to thank our troops.“Harley-Davidson shares a deep sense of freedom and patriotism with the U.S. Armed Forces, and we are gra…

HARLEY-DAVIDSON® SALUTES ACTIVE AND RETIRED US MILITARY PERSONNEL DURING THE MOTOR COMPANY’S SECOND ANNUAL “MILITARY APPRECIATION MONTH”

MILWAUKEE (November 10, 2010) – Ever since the first American troops rode Harley-Davidson motorcycles during the Mexican Expedition in 1916, the Motor Company has enjoyed a long-standing bond with the men and women who have served our nation. To honor the service of active and retired U.S. military personnel, Harley-Davidson celebrates the company’s second annual Military Appreciation Month, and asks Americans to join in showing appreciation to those who defend our freedom.The centerpiece o…

KRAWIEC RIDES V-ROD TO VICTORY AND NEW RECORD AT POMONA

Hines Loses Shot at Championship with Round One Red LightPOMONA, Calif. (November 14, 2010) – Screamin’ Eagle®/Vance & Hines rider Eddie Krawiec set a new NHRA Pro Stock Motorcycle elapsed-time record on the way to winning the final round of the Automobile Club of Southern California NHRA Finals at the Auto Club Raceway. Lucas Oil Buell rider Hector Arana fouled at the start of the final round to give Krawiec an automatic win and his second victory of the season on his Harley-Davidson® …

HARLEY-DAVIDSON ANNOUNCES NEW CREATIVE MODEL WITH CUSTOMERS TAKING THE LEAD

Motor Company Turns to Crowdsourcing for New Creative Campaigns; Enlists Additional Partners to Leverage IdeasMILWAUKEE (November 17, 2010) – Harley-Davidson Motor Company has begun a new chapter of marketing communications for the iconic brand, becoming the first major marketer to use crowdsourcing as the source of its main marketing creative development, and creating a new agency support structure - what it calls a “Creativity Model.”“We don’t lead with agencies, we lead with customers,” …

HINES HEADING TO NHRA FINALS WITH A 34-POINT LEAD

Hines Takes Harley V-Rod to Las Vegas Semi-Finals as Points Race TightensLAS VEGAS (October 31, 2010) – With one event left in the season, Screamin' Eagle®/Vance & Hines rider Andrew Hines holds a 34-point lead in the NHRA Full Throttle Countdown to the Championship playoffs. Hines, who races a Harley-Davidson® V-Rod®, advanced to the semi-final round of Pro Stock Motorcycle eliminations at the NHRA Las Vegas Nationals on the Motor Speedway. This weekend's event was won by Nitrofish Suzuki r…

Harley-Davidson Announces CKD Assembly Operations in India

Company to Assemble Select Models at Facility in State of Haryana from U.S.-Supplied Assembly Kits Milwaukee, Nov. 2, 2010 – Harley-Davidson, Inc. (NYSE:HOG) is moving forward with the launch of operations in India to assemble motorcycles for the Indian market from component kits supplied by its U.S. plants, the Company announced today. The Company expects the CKD (complete knock-down) assembly facility to be operational in the first half of 2011. The announcement comes …

COOLBETH FOURTH IN FLAT TRACK FINALE AT YAVAPAI DOWNS

Jake Johnson Wins Race and Grand National Championship on a Harley-DavidsonPRESCOTT VALLEY, Ariz. (October 9, 2010) – Harley-Davidson® Screamin' Eagle® factory rider Kenny Coolbeth finished fourth in the Grand National Twins main on the Yavapai Downs Mile, the final race in the 2010 AMA Pro K&N Filters Grand National Championship presented by Motorcycle-Superstore.com. The race was won by Zanotti Racing rider Jake Johnson on a Harley-Davidson. Johnson also won the 2010 AMA Grand National Cha…

HINES DEFEATS TONGLET AND ADDS TO POINTS LEAD

Seventh-Straight Final for Hines; Krawiec rides Harley V-Rod to Semi-FinalsMOHNTON, PA. (October 10, 2010) – Screamin’ Eagle®/Vance & Hines rider Andrew Hines rode a Harley-Davidson® V-Rod® to his fifth NHRA Pro Stock Motorcycle event win of the season at the Toyo Tires NHRA Nationals at Maple Grove Raceway. Making his seventh consecutive final-round appearance, Hines defeated Nitrofish Suzuki rider LE Tonglet and now leads second-place Tonglet by 74 points in the NHRA Full Throttle Cou…

McWilliams Wins Wet AMA Pro Vance & Hines XR1200 Series Race at Barber Eslick Crowned 2010 Series Champion

Milwaukee (Sept. 27, 2010) – Jeremy McWilliams battled with fellow road racing veteran Michael Barnes in a rain-soaked 11-lap duel at Barber Motorsports Park September 26, to become the first rider to win races on a Harley-Davidson XR1200 motorcycle on two continents.McWilliams, who won the 2010 Henderson XR1200 Trophy champion in the British Superbike Series riding for Warr’s Harley-Davidson, made his AMA Pro Vance & Hines XR1200 Series debut at Barber riding for HOG Racing. He q…

HINES TAKES HARLEY TO FIFTH-STRAIGHT FINAL AT CHARLOTTE

Hines Paces Pro Stock Motorcycle Pack; Krawiec Now Third in Countdown PointsCONCORD, N.C. (September 19, 2010) – Screamin’ Eagle®/Vance & Hines rider Andrew Hines defended his lead in the NHRA Full Throttle Countdown to the Championship playoffs at the O'Reilly Auto Parts NHRA Nationals, winning three rounds in Sunday eliminations aboard a Harley-Davidson® V-Rod® while advancing to the Pro Stock Motorcycle finals for the fifth-consecutive event. Hines lost in the final to Nitrofish Suzuki ri…

HARLEY-DAVIDSON PRODUCTION OPERATIONS TO REMAIN IN WISCONSIN

Ratified New Labor Agreements Enable Production Flexibility and Efficiency for Long-Term CompetitivenessMILWAUKEE, Sept. 14, 2010 -- Harley-Davidson Inc. (NYSE: HOG) announced today it will keep production operations in Wisconsin, following yesterday's contract votes by the Company's Wisconsin unionized employees.The decision follows Monday's ratification of three respective new seven-year labor agreements by employees represented by United Steelworkers (USW) Local 2-209 and International Associ…

Harley-Davidson 2010 MDA contributions reach $33 million

Recent contribution helps celebrate 30 years of supporting MDA and brings the cumulative total to more than $76 millionMILWAUKEE (September 6, 2010) – The Harley-Davidson family of customers, dealers, employees and suppliers presented a contribution of $3.3 million to the Muscular Dystrophy Association today during the annual Jerry Lewis MDA Labor Day Telethon. The 2010 contribution marks the 30th year Harley-Davidson has supported MDA, and brings its cumulative fundraising to more than $76…

COOLBETH AND HARLEY TEAM BATTLE TO THIRD AT THE INDY MILE

Season Points Race Tightens as Kopp Finishes SixthINDIANAPOLIS, Ind. (Aug. 28, 2010) - Harley-Davidson® Screamin' Eagle® factory rider Kenny Coolbeth placed third in the Grand National Twins main at the Lucas Oil Indy Mile at the Indiana State Fairgrounds. The 12th round of the AMA Pro K&N Filters Grand National Championship presented by Motorcycle-Superstore.com was won by Bryan Smith on a Kawasaki.Smith was the fast qualifier for the main and finished third in the four-lap Dash for Cash bo…

BRAINERD WIN AND TOP COUNTDOWN SEED FOR HINES AND HARLEY

Hines Knocks Off Arana to Take #1 Playoff Spot; Krawiec Starts Countdown #6BRAINERD, Minn. (August 15, 2010) – Screamin’ Eagle®/Vance & Hines rider Andrew Hines earned a number-one seed in the NHRA Full Throttle Countdown to the Championship drag racing playoffs with a win in the final round of Pro Stock Motorcycle eliminations at the Lucas Oil NHRA Nationals at Brainerd International Raceway. Hines rode a Harley-Davidson® V-Rod® to defeat Suzuki Extended Protection rider Jim Underdahl in th…

COOLBETH IS SECOND ON FACTORY HARLEY AT HAGERSTOWN

Race-Long Battle Ends in Win for Latus Harley-Davidson rider Joe KoppHAGERSTOWN, Md. (Aug. 7, 2010) - Harley-Davidson® Screamin' Eagle® factory rider Kenny Coolbeth led 12 laps and finished second in a back-and-forth battle with Latus Harley-Davidson rider Joe Kopp in the Grand National Twins main at the Hagerstown Speedway half-mile, the 10th round of the AMA Pro K&N Filters Grand National Championship presented by Motorcycle-Superstore.com. Kopp rode a Harley-Davidson XR-750 to take the wi…

HARLEY-DAVIDSON FINALIZES SALE OF MV AGUSTA

MILWAUKEE, Aug. 6, 2010 -- Harley-Davidson, Inc. (NYSE: HOG) has concluded the sale of its subsidiary, MV Agusta, to Claudio Castiglioni and his wholly owned holding company, MV Agusta Motor Holding, S.r.l., effective today.Castiglioni is the former owner of the Italian motorcycle maker and has served as MV Agusta's chairman since 2008, when Harley-Davidson acquired the company. In October 2009, Harley-Davidson announced its intention to sell MV Agusta as part of a new corporate strategy to…

HARLEY-DAVIDSON FOUNDATION PRESENTS $1 MILLION GRANT TO DISABLED AMERICAN VETERANS

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 …

COOLBETH FINISHES SIXTH ON CALISTOGA HALF-MILE

Steve Bonsey Rides a Harley to Win the Grand National Twins MainCALISTOGA, Calif. (July 31, 2010) - Harley-Davidson® Screamin' Eagle® factory rider Kenny Coolbeth placed sixth in the in the Grand National Twins main at the Calistoga Fairgrounds half-mile, the ninth round of the AMA Pro K&N Filters Grand National Championship presented by Motorcycle-Superstore.com. The race was won by Dodge Brothers/Johnny Goad rider Steve Bonsey, a northern California native, on a Harley-Davidson…

NEW HARLEY-DAVIDSON® SUPERLOW™ MODEL IS PURE RIDING FUN

Tires, Wheels, and Suspension Developed for Balanced, Responsive HandlingMILWAUKEE (July 27, 2010) The new Harley-Davidson SuperLow model reintroduces the pure pleasure of motorcycling. Balanced and responsive handling help rider and machine glide through corners with smooth confidence. A low seat height, the broad V-Twin powerband and clean styling complete an appealing package. The SuperLow is an open invitation to get out and ride.Comfort is a key aspect of the SuperLow experience…

HARLEY-DAVIDSON OFFERS THREE NEW MODELS FOR 2011

®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 desire…

HINES AND HARLEY V-ROD RACE TO FINAL NHRA ROUND IN SONOMA‏

Krawiec Rides V-Rod to Semi-Finals; Hines Holds Third Place in Season PointsSONOMA, Calif. (July 18, 2010) – Screamin’ Eagle®/Vance & Hines rider Andrew Hines rode a Harley-Davidson V-Rod® to the final round of Pro Stock Motorcycle eliminations at the Fram-Autolite NHRA Nationals at Infineon Raceway. Hines lost in the final to Racers Edge Suzuki rider Michael Phillips. Eddie Krawiec won two rounds on a Screamin’ Eagle V-Rod making it to the semi-finals in Sunday eliminations.Hi…

ESLICK WINS AMA VANCE & HINES XR1200 SERIES RACE AT MID-OHIO

Higbee Splits RMR/Rossmeyer Teammates for Second Milwaukee (July 20, 2010) - RMR/Bruce Rossmeyer Daytona Racing rider Danny Eslick took his second consecutive victory in the AMA Pro Racing Vance &Hines XR1200 Series at Mid-Ohio Sports Car Course July 18, emerging victorious from a three-way battle between himself, RMR/Bruce Rossmeyer Daytona Racing teammate Jake Holden, and HOG Racing's Shawn Higbee.Higbee, starting from the third spot on the grid, passed second place Holden in t…

HARLEY-DAVIDSON SECOND-QUARTER 2010 RESULTS SHOW CONTINUED IMPROVEMENT IN KEY AREAS

Company Generates Earnings Per Share of $0.59 from Continuing Operations Results Reflect Benefits of Restructuring and Continued Improvement in HDFS Performance Retail Harley-Davidson® Motorcycle Sales Decline Continues to ModerateMILWAUKEE, July 20, 2010 -- Harley-Davidson, Inc. (NYSE: HOG) reported second-quarter 2010 income from continuing operations of $139.3 million, or $0.59 per share, compared to income of $33.4 million and earnings per share of $0.14 from continuing …

HARLEY-DAVIDSON EVENTS MOVE TO STURGIS FOR 2010 RALLY

2011 Product Displays and more on 3rd & Lazelle, Motorcycle Demo Rides at I-90/Exit 30 LotMILWAUKEE (July 19, 2010) - Harley-Davidson riders and motorcycle enthusiasts will enjoy the 70th Annual Sturgis Motorcycle Rally at a new location in the heart of Sturgis from August 6-14, 2010. The Harley-Davidson Road Tour will run from Friday, August 6 through Saturday, August 14 at its new location at the intersection of 3rd and Lazelle streets in downtown Sturgis. All Harley-Davidson a…

COOLBETH TAKES THIRD ON FACTORY HARLEY AT I-96 SPEEDWAY

Coolbeth is Fast Qualifier and Wins Dash for Cash Bonus SprintLAKE ODESSA, Mich. (July 10, 2010) - Harley-Davidson® Screamin' Eagle® factory rider Kenny Coolbeth paced qualifying at I-96 Speedway, won the Dash for Cash bonus race and finished third in the main event at the eighth round of the AMA Pro K&N Filters Grand National Championship presented by Motorcycle-Superstore.com. The race was won by Latus Harley-Davidson rider Joe Kopp on a Harley-Davidson XR-750.Zanotti Racing ride…

HINES TAKES V-ROD TO NHRA SEMI-FINALS AT NORWALK

Hines Moves Into Third Place in Pro Stock Motorcycle Points RaceNORWALK, Ohio (June 27, 2010) - Screamin' Eagle®/Vance & Hines rider Andrew Hines raced a Harley-Davidson® V-Rod® to the semi-final round of Pro Stock Motorcycle eliminations at the Summit Race Engineering NHRA Nationals at Summit Motor Sports Park. With his weekend results, Hines moves up to third place in the series season standings. The event was won by Al-Anabi Racing Buell rider Matt Smith.Hines qualified third…

Carl Edwards Wins Harley-Davidson XR1200 at Road America Nationwide Race

NASCAR driver Carl Edwards left Elkhart Lake, Wisconsin, with more than just a win in the NASCAR Nationwide Series Bucyrus 200, the series’ inaugural road course race at scenic Road America on June 19. In addition to a custom trophy designed by the Harley-Davidson styling department and presented by Willie G. and Bill Davidson, Edwards also rode away with a brand-new Harley-Davidson XR1200X motorcycle. Not a bad haul for a hard day’s drive. Second Annual Women Riders Month Celebrat…

HINES WINS ONE ROUND AT ENGLISHTOWN NHRA SUPERNATIONALS

Two Harley-Davidson V-Rods® Qualify for Pro Stock Motorcycle EliminationsENGLISHTOWN, N.J. (June 14, 2010) - Screamin' Eagle®/Vance & Hines riders Andrew Hines and Ed Krawiec qualified Harley-Davidson V-Rod® motorcycles for elimination rounds at the United Association NHRA SuperNationals at Old Bridge Township Raceway Park.Hines qualified sixth for the event with an elapsed time (ET) of 6.907 seconds. Krawiec qualified eighth with a 6.962-second pass. Racers Edge Suzuki rider Mic…

HINES RIDES HARLEY V-ROD TO NHRA WIN IN ATLANTA

Hines Rebounds to Third Place in Season PointsCOMMERCE, Ga. (May 16, 2010) - Screamin' Eagle®/Vance & Hines rider Andrew Hines won the final round of Pro Stock Motorcycle eliminations at the Summit Racing Engineering NHRA Southern Nationals at Atlanta Dragway. Hines rode a Harley-Davidson® V-Rod® to the win over Lucas Oil Buell rider Hector Arana, the second time he has defeated the defending class champion in the final round this season.The win comes on the heels of a disappointin…

KRAWIEC TAKES HARLEY V-ROD TO SEMI-FINALS AT GATEWAY

Hines is Number 2 Qualifier; Krawiec Holds Second Place in Points RaceMADISON, Ill. (May 2, 2010) - Screamin' Eagle®/Vance & Hines rider Eddie Krawiec rode a Screamin' Eagle Harley-Davidson® V-Rod® to the semi-final round of Pro Stock Motorcycle eliminations at the AAA Insurance NHRA Midwest Nationals at Gateway International Raceway. The event was won by Racers Edge Suzuki rider Michael Phillips.Screamin' Eagle®/Vance & Hines rider Andrew Hines qualified second for Sunday e…

TRUE EVEL: THE AMAZING STORY OF EVEL KNIEVEL AT THE HARLEY-DAVIDSON MUSEUM

Special Exhibit Runs July 10 Through September 6Milwaukee (April 29, 2010) Marking the 35th anniversary of Evel Knievel's famous Wembley Stadium jump in London on May 26, 1975, the Harley-Davidson Museum will host True Evel: The Amazing Story of Evel Knievel, this summer celebrating the iconic stuntman's life and legend. During his seminal attempt to jump 13 London buses, Knievel crashed on the landing, broke his pelvis, and announced a brief retirement to 90,000 fans following the eve…

NEW OPTIONS TO HARLEY-DAVIDSON CUSTOM COVERAGE PROGRAM

Warranty Coverage for Accessories Now Available Through Any Authorized DealerMILWAUKEE (April 23, 2010) - Harley-Davidson has added new opportunities for owners of new Harley-Davidson motorcycles to take advantage of its Custom Coverage warranty program for Harley-Davidson Genuine Motor Accessories. The program provides warranty coverage for any street-legal, Genuine Motor Accessory items installed on the motorcycle by an authorized Harley-Davidson dealer at the time of sale, and w…

HARLEY-DAVIDSON CELEBRATES 2nd ANNUAL WOMEN RIDERS MONTH

Dealerships Around the World Encourage Women to Grab Life by the Handlebars This MayMILWAUKEE (April 22, 2010) - This May, Harley-Davidson® will celebrate the 2nd Annual Women Riders Month, which aims to inspire women everywhere to get behind the handlebars of their own motorcycle and discover adventure and freedom on two wheels. Harley-Davidson dealerships around the world are celebrating Women Riders Month by hosting rides and parties that honor women riders - the fastest growing …

BILL DAVIDSON APPOINTED NEXT LEADER OF HARLEY-DAVIDSON MUSEUM

Museum moves from successful launch phase to continuing operationMILWAUKEE, Wis. (April 23, 2010) -Harley-Davidson today announced that Bill Davidson, Vice President of Core Customer Marketing and great-grandson of Company co-founder, William A. Davidson, has been named Vice President of the Harley-Davidson Museum and Factory Tours. The Museum's current leader, Stacey Watson, is taking on a newly elevated role leading marketing for all Harley-Davidson customer segments across North…

HARLEY-DAVIDSON REPORTS FIRST QUARTER 2010 RESULTS

Company Generates Earnings Per Share of $0.29 from Continuing OperationsHarley-Davidson Financial Services Returns to ProfitabilityRetail Harley-Davidson® Motorcycle Sales Decline ModeratesMILWAUKEE, April 20, 2010 -- Harley-Davidson, Inc. (NYSE: HOG) reported first-quarter 2010 income from continuing operations of $68.7 million, or $0.29 per share. First quarter earnings included operating income from Financial Services of $26.7 million, marking a return to profitability for the C…

HARLEY-DAVIDSON MOVES INTO THE HEART OF STURGIS FOR 2010 RALLY

Harley-Davidson Road Tour, Motorcycle Displays, Demo Rides and more in Sturgis for 2010MILWAUKEE (April 19, 2010) - Harley-Davidson will move its 2010 rally experience to two all-new locations in the heart of Sturgis, S.D., where the Motor Company will celebrate the 70th Annual Sturgis Motorcycle Rally with customers and motorcycle enthusiasts August 6-14, 2010. The Harley-Davidson Road Tour with the newly released 2011 Harley-Davidson® motorcycles, Genuine Motor Accessories, MotorCl…

HINES RIDES HARLEY V-ROD TO NHRA DRAG WIN IN HOUSTON

Vance & Hines Team Gets its First Win Ever at Houston Raceway HOUSTON, Texas (April 11, 2010) – Screamin’ Eagle®/Vance & Hines rider Andrew Hines prevailed in a battle of class champions to win the Pro Stock Motorcycle competition at the O’Reilly Auto Parts NHRA Spring Nationals at Houston Raceway Park. Riding the Screamin’ Eagle Harley-Davidson® V-Rod®, Hines defeated defending class champion Buell rider Hector Arana in the final round of eliminations to claim the 19th …

HARLEY-DAVIDSON INVITES ALL RIDERS TO ENJOY A SUPER RIDE

Ride any New Harley-Davidson ® Motorcycle at Your Local Dealer for Chance to Win BigMILWAUKEE (April 1, 2010) - Harley-Davidson is giving all motorcycle riders the opportunity to appreciate the unique and exhilarating experience of twisting the throttle of a new Harley-Davidson motorcycle out on the open road.As part of Super Ride 2010, riders who test ride any new Harley-Davidson motorcycle at a participating dealership between April 1, 2010 and June 30, 2010 will be entered in a dr…

KRAWIEC AND HINES QUALIFY FOR FIRST NHRA FOUR-WIDE DRAGS

Krawiec Takes Harley-Davidson® V-Rod® to New Track Speed Record in QualifyingCONCORD, N.C. (March 29, 2010) - Screamin' Eagle®/Vance & Hines riders Eddie Krawiec and Andrew Hines qualified Harley-Davidson® V-Rod® motorcycles for the Pro Stock Motorcycle elimination rounds at the Inaugural Four-Wide NHRA Nationals at zMAX Dragway. The event was the first NHRA Full Throttle Drag Racing Series event to incorporate a four-lane format in both qualifying and eliminations, rather than …

KRAWIEC OPENS NHRA DRAG SEASON WITH WIN AT GAINESVILLE

Harley-Davidson V-Rod Power Tops a Quick Pro Stock Motorcycle FieldGAINESVILLE, Fla. (March 14, 2010) - Screamin' Eagle®/Vance & Hines rider Eddie Krawiec rode a Harley-Davidson® V-Rod® to win the opening round of the NHRA Pro Stock Motorcycle season at the Tire Kingdom NHRA Gatornationals at Gainesville Raceway. Krawiec defeated Rum Bum Buell rider Shawn Gann in the final round of eliminations.Krawiec prevailed over a very quick field of NHRA Pro Stock Motorcycle riders. Eight o…

AMA PRO RACING ANNOUNCE NEW VANCE & HINES XR1200 SERIES

Daytona Beach, FL - March 4, 2010 - AMA Pro Racing and Vance & Hines are pleased to announce the launch of the new AMA Pro Vance & Hines XR1200 Series, a spec-bike five race championship featuring specially modified Harley-Davidson XR1200 motorcycles.This exciting new series will provide loyal Harley-Davidson owners, dealers and enthusiasts a chance to join the action at selected AMA Pro Road Racing weekends throughout the country.As the presenting sponsor, Vance & Hines will …

SCREAMIN EAGLE / VANCE & HINES DEFINES DRAG-RACING EXCELLENCE

Team Offers One-Two Punch with Hines and Krawiec on Harley-Davidson Bikes in 2010MILWAUKEE (March 1, 2010) - The Screamin' Eagle® / Vance & Hines team brings Harley-Davidson® high-performance to the top level of professional drag racing. Champions four of the past six seasons in the Pro Stock Motorcycle division of the National Hot Rod Association® Full Throttle Drag Racing Series, the Screamin' Eagle / Vance & Hines team wins with American V-Twin powered Harley-Davidson V-Rod® mot…

HARLEY-DAVIDSON RIDE-IN CUSTOM BIKE SHOW REVS UP DAYTONA

Dazzling Custom Motorcycles to be Displayed and Judged at Riverfront ParkMILWAUKEE (February 24, 2010) - Every Harley-Davidson motorcycle and rider has a truly unique personality. These one-of-a-kind bikes and their proud owners will be out in full force at the Harley-Davidson Ride-In Custom Bike Show at Daytona Bike Week.Motorcycles with incredibly detailed, dazzling and distinctive customization will be displayed in the Harley-Davidson Ride-In Custom Bike show on Wednesday, March 3 at R…

HARLEY-DAVIDSON RIDE EASY GUARANTEE MAKES FOR A GREAT RIDE

Great offers available on 2009 Harley-Davidson MotorcyclesMILWAUKEE (Feb. 23, 2010) - Now is the time to go your own way and ride a new Harley-Davidson® motorcycle with the Ride Easy Guarantee promotion.The Ride Easy Guarantee runs from today until March 31, 2010 at participating dealers. Low monthly payment options are available on all new 2009 Harley-Davidson Sportster motorcycles, while all new 2009 Softail® and VRSC models include a no cost three-year extended service plan and no cost…

JIM McCASLIN TO RETIRE FROM HARLEY-DAVIDSON

MILWAUKEE, February 10, 2010 -- Harley-Davidson, Inc. (NYSE:HOG) has announced the retirement James A. McCaslin, Executive Vice President, Corporate Product Planning, effective April 30, 2010. McCaslin, 61, served as President and Chief Operating Officer of Harley-Davidson Motor Company from 2001 to 2009. He joined Harley-Davidson in 1992 as Vice President and General Manager of the Company's York Vehicle Operations."Jim has served in several key Motor Company leadership roles and we than…

HOLLYWOOD SHINES AT THE HARLEY-DAVIDSON MUSEUM, FEBRUARY 12- MARCH 14

MILWAUKEE, Wis. (February 2, 2010) -Throughout Hollywood history, motorcycles have shared the spotlight with heroes and heartthrobs as the ultimate symbol of rebellion, passion, heroism, and good ol' American rock 'n' roll. The 1953 film The Wild One, starring Marlon Brando, cemented the public's fascination with the biker rebel image and put the motorcycle on the map when it came to Hollywood films. Ever since, the motorcycle has shared the spotlight with some of Tinseltown's greatest st…

HARLEY-DAVIDSON HITS BEACH STREET AND SPEEDWAY IN DAYTONA

Bike Week 2010 Kick Starts Riding Season with Demos, Ride-In Show and More MILWAUKEE (Feb. 9, 2010) - Harley-Davidson gets the riding season off to a fast start at Daytona Bike Week 2010 with activities at a new location at Riverfront Park on Beach Street and a larger presence at the Daytona International Speedway.The 69th Annual Daytona Bike Week 2010 renews the long tradition of riders, enthusiasts, bikes and racing all in the sun and sand of Daytona Beach, Fla. Attracting huge crowds o…

HARLEY-DAVIDSON TO DONATE MOTORCYCLES FOR HAITI RELIEF EFFORTS

$500 Over Trade-In Value Offer Valid at all Participating H-D DealersMilwaukee (February 2, 2010) - Harley-Davidson today announced it will donate 28 new Buell and Harley-Davidson motorcycles to assist with earthquake disaster relief and stabilization efforts in Haiti. The motorcycles are being shipped from Motor Company facilities to the Dominican Republic, where Harley-Davidson dealership organization MagnaMotors will facilitate direct delivery to the United Nations Stabilization Mission…

NEW HARLEY-DAVIDSON® CVO™ ULTRA RIDES TO THE DARK SIDE

Serialized Edition with Blacked Out Touring Comfort and Road Tech™ zūmo® NavigatorMILWAUKEE (January 24, 2010) – The new 2010 Custom Vehicle Operations (CVO) Ultra Classic® Electra Glide® trades the shine of chrome for a fade to black in its debut as the new, darker version of this truly exceptional Harley-Davidson Touring motorcycle. Each motorcycle is serialized from one to 999, and displays a formidable array of blacked out components, led by the serialized CB pod insert and the Gl…

HARLEY-DAVIDSON® FORTY-EIGHT™ IS A RAW AND RADICAL RIDE

New Sportster® Model Brings Brawn as Chiseled Custom with Power and PerformanceMILWAUKEE (January 22, 2010) – The new Harley-Davidson Forty-Eight motorcycle is a factory custom in the legendary tradition of the hot rod Sportster line with the raw, elemental appeal of the Dark Custom™ bikes. Riding low with a slammed suspension and featuring the classic 2.1-gallon "peanut" fuel tank, the Forty-Eight backs up its bulldog appearance with the performance of its blacked out and polished rubber-…

HARLEY-DAVIDSON INDIA ROLLS OUT MOTORCYCLE LINE-UP

Announces 12 motorcycles from Sportster®, Dyna®, VRSC™, Softail®, and Touring families Price range starting at Rs. 6,95,000 ex-showroom Bookings for Harley-Davidson® motorcycles to commence in April 2010NEW DELHI (January 5, 2010) – Today at the Auto Expo, Harley-Davidson India announced it will bring 12 motorcycles from its 2010 model portfolio to India. The broad selection, with bikes from each of its five model families, will give riders in India maximum choice and opportunity to join mil…

TV Wellness Expert Jillian Michaels Teams With Harley-Davidson to Help Women Channel Their Inner Drive and Live More Fulfilling Lives

New Sweepstakes to Put One Lucky Woman and Three of Her Friends Behind the Handlebars with MichaelsMILWAUKEE, Dec. 31 /PRNewswire/ -- Step to the side of the road red and blue teams. Today, Harley-Davidson Motor Company announced a partnership with America's wellness expert Jillian Michaels to encourage women to gear up and get behind the handlebars of their own motorcycle. Michaels, a life-long motorcycle enthusiast and licensed rider, is teaming with the Motor Company to spotlight Nation…

Harley-Davidson, Inc to Report Fourth Quarter Earnings Friday, January 22, 2010

MILWAUKEE, Dec. 23 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Harley-Davidson, Inc. (NYSE: HOG) today announced that it is scheduled to release its fourth quarter 2009 financial results before market hours on Friday, January 22, 2010. The public is invited to participate in a webcast conference call and slide show presentation with Keith Wandell, President and CEO, and John Olin, Senior Vice President and CFO, Harley-Davidson, Inc. from 8:00 A.M. to 9:00 A.M. (Central Time).It is suggested that webcast pa…

HARLEY-DAVIDSON DECLARES MARCH AS NATIONAL GARAGE PARTY MONTH‏

Dealerships across the County to Host Women-Only Garage Parties in March 2010MILWAUKEE (December 7, 2009) – Harley-Davidson has announced plans for National Garage Party Month, when dealerships across the country will host Garage Party events during March 2010. Harley-Davidson Garage Party events provide a fun, social environment for women to learn about the sport of motorcycling, as well as meet other women who are interested in riding. Dealers host the events year-round, but the Mo…

HARLEY-DAVIDSON TO REMAIN IN YORK Major Restructuring, Including New Labor Agreement, Provides Path to Significant Gains in Cost-Competitiveness, Flexibility, Efficiency

MILWAUKEE, December 3, 2009 - Harley-Davidson, Inc. (NYSE:HOG) today announced it will keep its motorcycle operations in York, Pa., and move forward with plans to restructure those operations. The announcement follows yesterday's ratification of a new seven-year labor agreement by company employees at York, represented by International Association of Machinists and Aerospace Workers (IAM) Local Lodge 175, and today's decision by the Harley-Davidson Board of Directors to approve the restru…

HARLEY-DAVIDSON, INC SELECTS INVESTMENT BANKING FIRM TO ASSIST IN SALE OF MV AGUSTA

BNP Paribas in Milan Will Help Harley-Davidson Move Sale Process Forward MILWAUKEE (November 19, 2009) - Harley-Davidson, Inc. (NYSE: HOG) has selected the investment banking firm, BNP Paribas in Milan, to assist Harley-Davidson in the sale of MV Agusta. Harley-Davidson is currently identifying potential buyers for the Italian-based motorcycle company. "MV Agusta is a highly desirable company for the right buyer," said Harley-Davidson Senior Vice President and Chief Financial Officer John …

NEW BIKER’S FIRST AID KITS FROM HARLEY-DAVIDSON

First Aid Essentials in an Easy-To-Pack Nylon Case MILWAUKEE (October 30, 2009) – The new Biker's First Aid Kit (P/N 93512-10, $39.95) from Harley-Davidson Genuine Motor Accessories is designed for the HOG Road Captain or a serious long-distance rider. Contained in an 8-inch x 6-inch x 3-inch zippered nylon case, this kit includes: sun screen packets, burn cream packets, hand sanitizer packets, antibiotic packets, eyewash, gauze pads, plastic and flexi strips and bandages, gauze, …

HARLEY-DAVIDSON ANNOUNCES PLANS FOR WOMEN RIDERS MONTH 2010

Milwaukee to Host Female Riders from Across the Country in MayMILWAUKEE (November 5, 2009) – Today Harley-Davidson announced plans to commemorate the 2nd Annual Women Riders Month in May 2010 by hosting women riders in its hometown of Milwaukee, Wis., on May 22 and 23, 2010. Women Riders Month is designed to celebrate the millions of women who have already grabbed life by the handlebars, as well as inspire more women to experience the freedom of the open road. During the two day event, th…

HINES TAKES HARLEY-DAVIDSON V-ROD TO VICTORY IN VEGAS‏

With One Race Left, Krawiec Still in Contention for ChampionshipLAS VEGAS, Nev. (Nov. 1, 2009) – Screamin’ Eagle/Vance & Hines rider Andrew Hines rode a Harley-Davidson V-Rod to his third NHRA Pro Stock Motorcycle event win of the season, and his 18th career win, at the Las Vegas NHRA Nationals at the Strip at Las Vegas Motor Speedway. Hines won in the final round of eliminations when Buell rider Hector Arana fouled at the starting line.Screamin’ Eagle/Vance & Hines rider Eddie Kr…

HARLEY-DAVIDSON SALUTES ACTIVE AND RETIRED US MILITARY PERSONNEL DURING FIRST-EVER “MILITARY APPRECIATION MONTH”

MILWAUKEE (November 2, 2009) –Eversince the first American troops rode Harley-Davidson motorcycles during the Mexican Expedition in 1916, the Motor Company has enjoyed a innate bond with the men and women who have served our nation. To honor the service of active and retired U.S. military personnel, Harley-Davidson has declared November “Military Appreciation Month.”The centerpiece of “Military Appreciation Month” is the opportunity for other Americans to salute active and retired militar…

MEES CROWNED GRAND NATIONAL TWINS CHAMPION AT POMONA

Coolbeth, Back From Injury, is Second in Race and Championship POMONA, Calif. (Sept. 24, 2009) - Blue Springs Harley-Davidson/Screamin' Eagle rider Jared Mees secured his first AMA Grand National Twins championship by placing fifth in the final race of the season on the 5/8-mile dirt oval at the Pomona Fairplex. K&K Motorcycle Supply rider Henry Wiles won the race on a Harley-Davidson XR-750.Winning the championship is a dream come true for me, said Mees. I want to thank Harley-Davids…

HARLEY-DAVIDSON ART OF REBELLION

NEW YORK ART SHOW FEATURING: ART CHANTRY, BRIAN EWING, DEREK HESS, DIRTY DONNY, FRANK KOZIK. HARPOON, JOHN VAN HAMERSVELD, LINDSEY KUHN, TARA MCPHERSON AND THE PIZZ. CELEBRATES SUCCESSFUL NEW YORK CITY LAUNCH. ART OF REBELLION--the art show which brings together 10 iconic rock poster artists including Art Chantry, Brian Ewing, Derek Hess, Dirty Donny, Frank Kozik, Harpoon, John Van Hamersveld, Lindsey Kuhn, Tara McPherson and The Pizz-- enjoyed a successful launch this past weekend in New Yor…

HARLEY-DAVIDSON ANNOUNCES 3RD QUARTER RESULTS, UNVEILS LONG-TERM BUSINESS STRATEGY

Retail Harley-Davidson Motorcycle Sales Decline Moderates from 2nd Quarter Operating Loss at Finance Unit Impacts ProfitStrategy Focuses on Extending Harley-Davidson Brand, Emphasizes Productivity and Strengthening Core BusinessCompany to Discontinue Buell Product Line, Divest MV AgustaMILWAUKEE, October, 15, 2009 – Harley-Davidson, Inc. (NYSE:HOG) announced decreased revenue, net income and earnings per share for the third quarter of 2009 compared to the year-ago period, while reporting a mo…

REVISED: KRAWIEC HOLDS SECOND IN POINTS WITH FINALS RUN IN MEMPHIS

Defending NHRA Champion Trails by 28 Points with Two Events Left in CountdownMEMPHIS, Tenn. (Oct. 5, 2009) – Screamin’ Eagle/Vance & Hines rider Eddie Krawiec retained second place in the NHRA Pro Stock Motorcycle Countdown to the Championship, advancing to the final round of eliminations at the NHRA Mid-South Nationals at Memphis Motorsports Park. Krawiec, making his 10th final-round appearance of the season aboard a Harley-Davidson V-Rod, lost to Michael Phillips on the MPR & DA…

KRAWIEC TAKES SCREAMIN’ EAGLE V-ROD TO FINALS IN DALLAS

Krawiec Sets Track ET Record to Lead Qualifying; Hines Advances to Semi-FinalsENNIS, Texas (Sept. 27, 2009) – Screamin’ Eagle/Vance & Hines rider Eddie Krawiec was the number-one qualifier and advanced to the final round of Pro Stock Motorcycle eliminations aboard a Harley-Davidson V-Rod at the O’Reilly NHRA Fall Nationals at the Texas Motorplex. Krawiec lost in the finals to Hector Arana, who rides a Buell. Krawiec is now in second place and 27 points behind Arana in the Countdown to …

KRAWIEC TAKES V-ROD TO SEMI-FINALS AT CAROLINA NATIONALS

Krawiec and Hines are 2-3 in Points After First Round of Championship Countdown CONCORD, N.C. (Sept. 20, 2009) - Screamin’ Eagle/Vance & Hines rider Eddie Krawiec rode a Harley-Davidson V-Rod to the semi-final round of Pro Stock Motorcycle eliminations at the NHRA Carolina Nationals at zMax Dragway. Krawiec lost that round to top qualifier Hector Arana, who won the event by defeating Gieco Suzuki rider Karen Stoffer in the finals. The loss to Arana dropped Krawiec, the defending NHRA…

MEES GRABS POINTS LEAD WITH SECOND PLACE AT SPRINGFIELD

Injury Forces Coolbeth to Miss Grand National Twins RaceSPRINGFIELD, Mo. (Sept. 5, 2009) – Blue Springs Harley-Davidson/Screamin' Eagle rider Jared Mees took over the lead in the AMA Grand National Twins championship standings with a second-place finish on the Springfield Mile at the Illinois State Fairgrounds. The race, which was delayed to facilitate track grooming after heavy rains on Saturday and early Sunday, was won by SuperTrapp/F&S rider Jake Johnson on a Harley-Davidson XR-75…

KILLER CREEK HARLEY-DAVIDSON TO HOST THE GEORGIA MARCH ON WASHINGTON RENDEZVOUS RALLY

Roswell, Georgia— Killer Creek Harley-Davidson will host the Georgia March on Washington Rendezvous Rally on Thursday, September 10th at 10:00 a.m. Killer Creek Harley-Davidson, working closely with the City of Roswell, has partnered with The Georgia Tea Party Patriots and Freedom Works to host an event for Georgians and riders en route to the 9/12 March on Washington, D.C. Motorcycle parking will be available on the Killer Creek lot and access road adjacent. Car parking will …

COOLBETH WINS BIG ON INDY MILE TO RECLAIM TWINS POINTS LEAD

Smith Nips Mees for Second as Harley-Davidson Wrecking Crew Fills the PodiumINDIANAPOLIS, Ind. (August 29, 2009) - Harley-Davidson Screamin' Eagle factory rider Kenny Coolbeth roared to a decisive win in the AMA Grand National Twins main on the Indy Mile at the Indiana State Fairgrounds. Coolbeth led every lap and constantly pulled away from the field to cross the finish line with a lead of more than nine seconds. Coolbeth, who also won the four-lap Dash for Cash bonus sprint race, moves b…

3rd Annual 9-11 Remembrance Ride

LET’S ROLL! This ride is a tribute to remember those who lost their lives on 9-11-2001 and for the brave men and women of the armed forces who are fighting for us today to keep us safe. Ride date: Friday, September 11, 2009. Pre-register at Manatee River Harley Davidson located at 624 67th St. Cir. E., Bradenton, FL. 34208, 941-745-2429 off S.R.64 near the I-75 exit# 220 or at Rossiter’s Harley Davidson in Sarasota or register at the event from 5:30 p.m. to 6:45 pm. Registration fee is $5…

Milwaukee Fire Department Fireboat Christened at H-D Museum

On August 20, 2009, Harley-Davidson Museum Director Stacy Watson christened the Milwaukee Fire Department’s new fireboat, Trident, in a dramatic waterfront display at the Harley-Davidson Museum.A 39-foot, welded-aluminum hull vessel manufactured by Metal Craft Marine, Inc., the Trident is powered by a pair of Cummins diesel engines delivering 540 hp each to the boat’s jet drives. With two 1750 gal/min pumps and a built-in foam tank, the Trident is capable of a 5000 gal/min fire flow to f…

HARLEY-DAVIDSON TO EXPAND INTO INDIA

Initial Steps Include Establishment of Subsidiary and Dealer NetworkNEW DELHI (August 27, 2009) – Harley-Davidson, Inc. (NYSE: HOG) announced today its plans to formally enter the motorcycle market in India, where it expects to start selling its iconic motorcycles in 2010. The company has established a subsidiary to be located in Gurgaon, near Delhi, and has begun the process of seeking dealers.Harley-Davidson Motor Company President and Chief Operating Officer, Matthew Levatich, is an in…

KOPP WINS BY BIG MARGIN ON BEULAH PARK MILE

Mees Holds Five-Point Lead Over Coolbeth for ChampionshipGROVE CITY, Ohio (August 16, 2009) - Latus Harley-Davidson/Screamin’ Eagle rider Joe Kopp won his first AMA Grand National Twins event of the season with a dominating performance on the Beulah Park Mile. Kopp, riding a Harley-Davidson XR750, led the entire race and won by an astonishing margin of 22.03 seconds over Moroney’s Harley-Davidson/Screamin' Eagle rider Bryan Smith, who was second.“I’ve been struggling on my big bike this s…

THUNDERSTORM WASHES OUT BLACK HILLS GRAND NATIONAL

Mees Retains Series Lead After Grand National Twins Main is CancelledRAPID CITY, S.D. (August 4, 2009) – An intense thunderstorm that moved over Black Hills Speedway on Tuesday evening caused the cancellation of the AMA Grand National Twins race there. The racing program had started on time and progressed through qualifying and the first three heat races before the storm dropped heavy rain that made the track surface un-raceable. It was the first time in five years that the AMA Grand…

COOLBETH SECOND AS RAIN SHORTENS HAGERSTOWN HALF-MILE

Defending Champion Moves Up to Second in AMA Grand National Season PointsHAGERSTOWN, Md. (July 25, 2009) – Harley-Davidson Screamin' Eagle factory rider Kenny Coolbeth raced a Harley-Davidson XR-750 to second place in the AMA Grand National Twins main on the Hagerstown Speedway half-mile. The race, which was stopped after 18 laps because of rain and an oiled track, was won by Jake Johnson, also riding a Harley-Davidson XR-750.Blue Springs Harley-Davidson/Screamin' Eagle rider Jared M…

HARLEY-DAVIDSON REVS UP FOR ROUNDUP

The Motor Company Celebrates the 32nd Annual National Bikers Roundup MILWAUKEE (July 31, 2009) – Thousands of motorcyclists will rumble into the Atlanta Motor Speedway from August 4 – 9 for what is known as one of the largest motorcycle camping rallies in the country. Nearly 15,000 African American motorcyclists will make their way to the 32nd Annual National Bikers Roundup to reconnect and commune with fellow motorcyclists for six days of musical entertainment, drag racing, and mo…

HARLEY-DAVIDSON HELPS RIDERS GET FIT

Motor Company Introduces Fit Shop to Help Riders Find the Perfect Motorcycle Fit MILWAUKEE (August 3, 2009) – Forget the treadmill and spin class – Harley-Davidson wants motorcycle riders to think differently about getting fit. The Motor Company unveiled the Harley-Davidson Fit Shop at dealerships across the country, which is designed to help motorcycle riders find the perfect fit for their new or used Harley-Davidson motorcycle using Genuine Harley-Davidson Parts and Accessories. Dealersh…

HINES BEATS KRAWIEC IN AN ALL-HARLEY NHRA FINAL AT SONOMA

Both Screamin' Eagle®/Vance & Hines Riders Lock Up Countdown Playoff SlotsSONOMA, Calif. (July 26, 2009) Screamin' Eagle®/Vance & Hines rider Andrew Hines defeated his teammate, Screamin' Eagle/Vance & Hines rider Eddie Krawiec, to win the final round of Pro Stock Motorcycle eliminations at the Fram Autolite NHRA® Nationals at Infineon Speedway. It was the third consecutive all-Harley® V-Rod® final round of the 2009 NHRA season, the second win of the season for Hines and the 17t…

HARLEY-DAVIDSON CVO CREATES FOUR EXCITING MODELS FOR 2010

New CVO Street Glide and CVO Softail Convertible Debut Exclusive FeaturesMILWAUKEE- Harley-Davidson Custom Vehicle Operations (CVO) will create four extraordinary motorcycle models for 2010, each an uninhibited expression of American motorcycle performance and style. Now in its 11th year, the mission of the CVO program is to design and build limited-production, factory-custom motorcycles for customers who appreciate brilliant chrome, exquisite paint, thundering power and the exclusivity of ownin…

HARLEY-DAVIDSON ROLLS OUT NINE NEW MODELS FOR 2010

More Performance, Features and Value Across Six Motorcycle PlatformsMILWAUKEE (July 25, 2009) - Harley-Davidson roars into 2010 with nine new motorcycle models, the most expansive new-product introduction in the history of the Motor Company. Across six model platforms, Harley-Davidson achieves a fusion of tradition and technology in a motorcycle product line that offers more power, luxury, and style, and more value."This ambitious new motorcycle launch reaches to our riders with the incredi…

HARLEY-DAVIDSON ANNOUNCES WOMENS ACTIVITIES AT STURGIS MOTORCYCLE RALLY

Third Annual Harley-Davidson Womens Day Set for August 2MILWAUKEE (July 23, 2009) - In an ongoing effort to celebrate women riders - and those who dream of riding - Harley-Davidson will host its third annual Women's Day on Sunday, August 2, 2009, during the 69th Annual Sturgis Motorcycle Rally. The Motor Company will also offer a variety of activities for women throughout the rally between August 1-7, 2009, at Rushmore Plaza Civic Center in Rapid City, including an interactive women's area featu…

Harley-Davidson Newsline July 15, 2009

Museum PiecesThe Harley-Davidson Museum will host its inaugural Custom Bike Show on Sunday, September 6, 9AM – 6PM, on the Museum grounds. Registration is $10, in the form of a donation to MDA. The event will include live music and the Harley-Davidson New Product Trailer, and will also be a stop on the Milwaukee Rally poker run. While you’re there, visit one of the Museum’s fine restaurants and the new H.O.G. exhibit inside the Museum (admission fee required for Museum entry). For complet…

NEW HARLEY-DAVIDSON MOTORCYCLES AND MORE AT 2009 STURGIS RALLY

2010 Motorcycle Demo Rides, Ride In Show, Women’s Activities and Racing in Rapid CityMILWAUKEE (July 15, 2009) – Motorcycle riders and enthusiasts from around the world will have the chance to ride the new 2010 Harley-Davidson motorcycles at the 69th Annual Sturgis Motorcycle Rally, August 1-7, 2009. While Rapid City, S.D., will be the center of Harley-Davidson activities, riders and enthusiasts will enjoy the historic attractions and scenic riding in the legendary Black Hills region.The Harley-…

KRAWIEC BEATS HINES AT DENVER FOR THIRD WIN OF SEASON

Screamin' Eagle Teammates Lead NHRA Pro Stock Motorcycle Points ChaseMORRISON, Colo. (July 12, 2009) - Screamin' Eagle®/Vance & Hines rider Eddie Krawiec won his third NHRA® Pro Stock Motorcycle event of the season, defeating his Screamin' Eagle/Vance & Hines teammate, Andrew Hines, in an all-Harley-Davidson® final at the Mopar Mile-High Nationals at Bandimere Speedway. It was the second-consecutive NHRA event to feature both Screamin' Eagle V-Rods® in the final round of eliminations - H…

KRAWIEC BEATS HINES AT DENVER FOR THIRD WIN OF SEASON

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEScreamin’ Eagle Teammates Lead NHRA Pro Stock Motorcycle Points ChaseMORRISON, Colo. (July 12, 2009) – Screamin’ Eagle/Vance & Hines rider Eddie Krawiec won his third NHRA Pro Stock Motorcycle event of the season, defeating his Screamin’ Eagle/Vance & Hines teammate, Andrew Hines, in an all-Harley-Davidson final at the Mopar Mile-High Nationals at Bandimere Speedway. It was the second-consecutive NHRA event to feature both Screamin’ Eagle V-Rods in the final ro…

HARLEY-DAVIDSON STANDS BEHIND MOTORCYCLE VALUE

MILWAUKEE - Harley-Davidson has announced a special guarantee on the value of its Sportster motorcycles by backing their trade-in on Big Twin and V-Rod® motorcycles for up to one year.Harley-Davidson® riders who buy a new Sportster® 883 or 1200 motorcycle at a participating dealership between July 1, 2009 and August 31, 2009, will get the original MSRP value (see note below) when they trade in for a new Harley-Davidson Big Twin or V-Rod motorcycle within one year. The Ride Free II …

HOG MEMBERS RODE 4,373,937 MILES ON MILLION MILE MONDAY

MILWAUKEE - (July 1, 2009) On Monday, June 29, 2009, Harley Owners Group (H.O.G.) members around the world logged 4,373,937 miles during the club's second annual Million Mile Monday riding marathon."Our members set the bar pretty high after last year's three million miles, and we are ecstatic to have exceeded that by more than 45 percent this year," said Benny Suggs, General Manager of the Harley Owners Group. "But more important than the number of miles ridden is that so many of our mem…

HINES BEATS KRAWIEC IN ALL-HARLEY NHRA FINAL AT NORWALK

NORWALK, Ohio - In an all-Harley final round, Screamin' Eagle/Vance & Hines rider Andrew Hines prevailed over Screamin' Eagle/Vance & Hines teammate Eddie Krawiec to win the NHRA Pro Stock Motorcycle eliminations at Summit Motorsports Park. It was the first event win for Hines sinc…

SMITH RIDES HARLEY-DAVIDSON TO VICTORY ON LIMA HALF-MILE

LIMA, Ohio - Moroney's Harley-Davidson/Screamin' Eagle rider Bryan Smith prevailed in a thrilling seven-lap duel with Blue Springs Harley-Davidson/Screamin' Eagle rider Jared Mees to win the AMA Grand National Twins main event on the Allen County Fairgrounds half-mile. Mees finished second and takes over the season points lead. Halbert Family/Kings Kustoms rider Sammy Halbert finished third. All three riders were on Harley-Davidson XR-750 motorcycles.The 25-lap main started with Mees, Sm…

MEES AND COOLBETH ON THE PODIUM AT VOLUNTEER SPEEDWAY

BULLS GAP, Tenn. â€“ Harley-Davidson Wrecking Crew riders took two spots on the podium in the AMA Grand National Twins main event at Volunteer Speedway, as Blue Springs Harley-Davidson/Screamin' Eagle rider Jared Mees finished second and Harley-Davidson Screamin' Eagle factory rider Kenny Coolbeth was third. Mees finished 0.568 seconds behind the winner, Halbert Family/Kings Kustoms rider Sammy Halbert. All three riders were on Harley-Davidson XR750 motorcycles.It was t…

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