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Harley-Davidson celebrates women riders in month of March

admin — Sun, 07 Mar 2010 06:02:22 +0000

Motorcycle events and seminars planned across country for female riders

In the motorcycle world, the month of March is all about the women riders, at least according to Harley-Davidson.
The famous Milwaukee motorcycle manufacturer is hosting National Garage Party Month in March and tailoring events strictly for the fairer sex of riding.

Female motorcyclists have been the fastest growing demographic in the motorcycle industry since 1990, when women represented just three percent of riders. Fast forward to today and they make up a whopping 23 percent of all motorcyclists.

Harley-Davidson's National Garage Party Month will host nearly 400 Garage Party events at dealerships across the country in March.
As part of National Garage Party Month, the Motor Company is kicking off a sweepstakes that will run March 1 - 31, 2010, where one woman and three of her friends will be rewarded with a spa retreat weekend in Los Angeles to learn to ride through the Rider's Edge® New Rider Course.

The lucky women will also meet TV wellness expert Jillian Michaels (pictured right), and get some tips on leading a healthier life. Michaels, a Harley-Davidson rider and life-long motorcycle enthusiast, recently forged a partnership with the Motor Company to encourage more women to participate in the sport. Women can enter the sweepstakes by attending a Garage Party event or online by visiting Harley-Davidson's Garage Party website.

Garage Party events, hosted by Harley-Davidson dealers since 2005, have been developed specifically for women, creating an intimidation-free zone and an opportunity for female riders in local communities to connect with one another. These free events are designed to be both fun and educational - covering topics such as a review of the basic motorcycle controls, how to customize a motorcycle's style and ergonomics, and how to gear up for a ride. During Garage Party events, the attendees are organized into small groups, getting their first taste of the camaraderie that goes along with riding.

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Harley-Davidson Ride Easy Guarantee lasts until March 31, 2010

admin — Fri, 26 Feb 2010 00:36:59 +0000

MILWAUKEE, WI – February 23, 2010 – (Motor Sports Newswire) – 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 scheduled maintenance up to 5,000 miles, and all new 2009 Dyna® motorcycles include no cost scheduled maintenance up to 5,000 miles. Prices will vary, but the Sportster 883 Low will be eligible for purchase starting at less than $100 per month, or just a little more than three dollars a day.*
“With riding season right around the corner, we’re fired up to give customers that much more inspiration to buy a new 2009 Harley-Davidson motorcycle,” said Dino Bernacchi, Harley-Davidson Director, Advertising and Promotion. “There’s more reason than ever to ride with this exceptional opportunity to get on a new Harley-Davidson right now, whether it’s realizing the dream to ride for the first time or moving on to another great motorcycle.”
There are seven 2009 Sportster motorcycles eligible for this promotion, including the XR1200, which was recognized as the Best Standard in Cycle World magazine in its Ten Best Bikes of 2009. There are eight eligible Softail models, five Dyna and three VRSC motorcycles in the 2009 Harley-Davidson line, as well as the CVO Fat Bob and Softail Springer. The VRSC models are a part of one of the most acclaimed and awarded motorcycle lines in Company history.
For additional information on the offer, interested customers should visit a participating Harley-Davidson dealer or go to www.h-d.com/ride-easy.
Harley-Davidson Motor Company, the only major U.S.-based motorcycle manufacturer, produces heavyweight motorcycles and a complete line of motorcycle parts, accessories and general merchandise. For more information, visit Harley-Davidson’s Web site at www.harley-davidson.com
* Financing available on new, previously untitled, 2009MY Harley-Davidson® Sportster® motorcycles financed through Eaglemark Savings Bank (ESB), a subsidiary of Harley-Davidson Credit Corp., and is subject to credit approval by ESB. The APR will vary based on the applicant’s past credit performance and the term of the loan, which can vary from 24-72 months. The $99 payment example is derived using a 2009 Sportster 883L with an MSRP of $6,999, 10% down payment and amount financed of $6,299.10, 72 month repayment term, and 4.10% APR resulting in monthly payments of $98.84. In this example, the customer is responsible for applicable taxes, title, licensing fees and any other fees or charges at the time of sale. APR is calculated according to the simple interest method. Offer available only to highest credit Tier at ESB and only through participating H-D® dealerships. See list of participating Dealers at www.h-d.com/ride-easy. Not all applicants will qualify. Not valid in conjunction with other offers. Other terms, conditions, and limitations may apply. Financing offer is subject to change or cancellation at anytime. Must take delivery by 3/31/10. See participating dealer for details.

2010 Bike Week Events

admin — Thu, 18 Feb 2010 05:19:50 +0000

Bike Week comes to Central Florida from Feb. 26-March 7. Check back as more events are added when they become available. Look for events in the Daytona Beach area followed by DeLand, Orlando and Sanford below.

DAYTONA BEACH AREA

David Allan Coe, the man who wrote the song Take This Job and Shove It, will be performing at the Iron Horse Saloon at 11 p.m. on Monday, March 1; Tuesday, March 2; Wednesday, March 3; Thursday, March 4; Friday, March 5; and Saturday, March 6. He has another show scheduled Sunday, March 7 at 4 p.m. - 1068 N. US1, Ormond Beach. 386-677-1550.

Several bands will be performing at the Iron Gate Saloon. Joe Santana will be performing from Friday, Feb. 26 through Thursday, March 4. Local favorite Jokers will play every night at the venue. Led Zeppelin tribute band Led Hed plays a show on Friday, March 5. Ozzy Osbourne tribute band Bark at the Moon will play Saturday, March 6 – 415 Main Street, Daytona Beach. 386-253-2111.

Daytona Supercross by Honda: March 6 at Daytona International Speedway. Top riders in America such as three-time defending champion Chad Reed, James Stewart, Andrew Short and Ryan Villopoto will battle on the tough and demanding course in the prestigious Daytona Supercross by Honda. 1-800-PITSHOP.

Daytona Beach Community Foundation Motorcycle Drawing on March 6. The Chamber, Daytona Beach. Official custom motorcycle drawing at approximately 3:00 p.m. at Riverfront Park on Beach Street. 386-255-0981.

Coleslaw Wrestling at Sopotnick's Cabbage Patch: Saturday, March 6 and Sunday, March 7 at noon, $500 cash prize – Live bands and contests every night – Survivors Party at noon on Sunday, March 7, $2 Bloody Marys - Tomoka Farms Rd., Samsula. 386-428-5459. For more information on events, click here.

Bikini contest at The Doghouse Bar and Grill- $1000 prize – Friday, Feb. 26 and Saturday, Feb. 27

Artistic Chopper Girls Bike Wash at The Americano Resort – 1260 N. Atlantic Avenue – Thursday, March 4 and Friday, March 5

The American Veterans Traveling Tribute and Traveling Wall will visit The Plaza Resort & Spa on March 3-7 during Daytona Bike Week. Actor R. Lee Ermey, best-known for his role as drill sergeant in Full Metal Jacket, will be the keynote speaker for the Veterans Tribute on March 6. Viewing is free to the public. The mission of the project is to travel the nation to honor, respect, and remember men and women who served, and to pay specific tribute to those who gave all in that service.

Budweiser Clydesdale Parade: March 5. Official Beer of Bike Week - Come see the Budweiser Clydesdale Parade down Main Street - 2 p.m. Daytona Beach. 386-255-0981.

Daytona Harley-Davidson on Beach Street: Feb. 26-March 7: 8 a.m. - 8 p.m.; Outside vendors, all motorcycle related products, clothing, leather goods, chrome & much more - 290 N. Beach St., Daytona Beach. 386- 253-2453.

20th Annual Brute Horsepower Shootout: Tuesday, March 2 through Friday, March 5: Competition classes include every kind of bike - Cash and prizes are awarded - Open and free to the public - WyoTech, Destination Daytona, Ormond Beach. 386-255-0295.

3rd Annual Sisterhood Ride, March 6, 10 a.m. - Noon: Roar Motorcycles – Ladies Only Contest 4 p.m. – 4 p.m. – 5 p.m. - 897 Bellevue Ave., Daytona Beach. 386-255-7527.

19th Annual Boardwalk Classic Ride-In Show, March 5. Registration from 8-11 a.m., show begins at 11 a.m., awards at 4 p.m. Cash prizes and trophies. Enter Boardwalk from corner of Main St. & Ocean Ave., Daytona Beach. 386-253-0254.

Gold Wing Getaway Vendor Show: Feb. 26 - March 7, 9 a.m. - 5 p.m.: Pin Striping, Air Brush Artists, Leathers, Tires, Chrome, Accessories, Food & More - Sponsored by GWRRA Daytona Beach Race Wings, New Smyrna Beach Airport, US1. 386-427-5169.

Biking on the Boulevard, Second Ave. Merchants Association: Feb. 26-March 7: Live entertainment, vendors, BBQ, bike shows - Bethune Blvd., Historic District, Daytona Beach. 386-253-1067.

Alligator Mystery Tour and Ride – Wednesday, March 3 – Choose your guided tour by miles: 150, 200 or 250. Daytona 200 Motorcycle Club. 3602 International Speedway Blvd, Daytona Beach. Registration 9 a.m. – 10 a.m.; $20 entry fee for riders and $15 for passengers. 386-743-4278. www.daytona200mc.com

Smiley's Tap: Feb. 26-March 7: World Famous $7 BBQ Buffet, music, outside beer garden, vendors, awesome food and nightly bon fires - 1161 N. US1, Ormond Beach. 386-677-9609.

Bank & Blues Club: Feb. 26-March 7: Live music daily. 701 Main St., Daytona Beach. 386-252-9877.

Cheyenne Saloon: Feb. 26-March 7: Outback bar, BBQ ribs & smoked turkey legs, games, contests, live bands - Breakfast buffet daily 7:00 a.m. to 11 a.m. - Hwy 17 S., East Palatka, FL 32131 (2 Miles South of the Memorial Bridge) 386-328-9216. www.cheyennesaloon.com/

Dirty Harry's: Feb. 26-March 7: Great grub, cigars & souvenirs - 705 Main St., Daytona Beach. 386-252-9877.

First Turn Steakhouse & Sports Lounge: Feb. 26-March 7: Live Rock & Roll Bands, 3,000 sq.ft. Tiki Bar - Contests, Karaoke, Food, Liquor and Beer - 5236 N. US1, Port Orange. 386-788-5434.

Froggy's Saloon: Feb. 26-March 7: 7 a.m.-3 a.m. Music day & night, food, souvenirs & more - 800 Main Street, Daytona Beach. 386-254-8808. http://www.froggyssaloon.com

Full Moon Saloon: Feb. 26-March 7: Indoor and outdoor stages with music daily - Home of the $2 Bloody Marys & $3 Margaritas - 700 Main St., Daytona Beach. 386- 253-1944.

Inlet Harbor Restaurant: Feb. 26 - March 7: Welcome Bikers – Visit our gift shop – Open 11 a.m. daily- 133 Inlet Harbor Rd., Ponce Inlet. 386-767-5590.

Iron Horse Saloon: Feb. 26-March 7: Food, vendors, Wall of Death, burn out pit, live entertainment - 1068 N. US1, Ormond Beach. 386-677-1550.

Ocean Deck Restaurant & Beach Club: Feb. 26-March 7: Reggae Beach Bash with oceanfront views - 127 Ocean Ave., Daytona Beach. 386-253-5224.

Boot Hill Saloon: Feb. 26 - March 7. Live Bands every day, contests and prizes - 310 Main St., Daytona Beach. 386-257-2007. www.boothillsaloon.com

Gilly's Pub 44: Feb. 26 - March 7: Live entertainment every day from noon-2 a.m. - Free Parking for more than 2000 bikes - 1889 SR 44, New Smyrna Beach. 386-428-6523.

MORE EVENTS: DaytonaBikeWeekEvents.com has more events including a complete list of bike shows, bikini contests and other things. DaytonaRock.com has a venue-by-venue listing of concerts.

DELAND

23rd Annual Daytona Classic Motorcycle Auction: March 6, 9 a.m.. The Nation's Oldest Annual Vintage Motorcycle Auction - Stetson University, Edmunds Athletic Center, DeLand. 143 W Pennsylvania Ave. 805-798-1802.

The 6th Annual DeLand Bike Rally on Saturday, Feb. 27 from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. in Historic Downtown DeLand. Enjoy vendors, food, restaurants, shops, bike show and live music including the Nighthawks and Big Engine. Free parking. 386-804-5286.

Women's Pole Dancing Contest at the Crossroads Bar and Grill – Daily – 2801 E. New York Avenue, DeLand. 386-738-0301.

ORLANDO

Orlando Harley-Davidson celebrates their own version of Bike Week with the following events based at their Historic Factory Dealership at 3770 37th Street, Orlando, FL 32805. 407-423-0346. www.orlandoharley.com/
-- Reverend Horton Heat in concert: Saturday, Feb. 27 -- Brian Howe of Bad Company in concert: Thursday, March 4 -- Ride-in Bike Show: Thursday, March 4 with $7,450 in cash prizes.
-- Dyno Drags competition: Qualifying competitions on Saturday Feb. 27-Friday March 6; championship on Saturday, March 6 -- Free Harley-Davidson demonstration rides: Monday, March 1-Sunday, March 7.
-- Feb. 27-March 7: Vendors, Food, Beer, Giveaways, Music
More bands:
-- Beautiful Bobby Blackmon: Saturday, Feb. 27
-- The Bird Dog Bobby Band: Sunday, Feb. 28
-- Rockitfly: Sunday, Feb. 28
-- Kings County: Monday, March 1
-- Wayouts: Tuesday, March 2
-- Ben Prestage: Wednesday, March 3
-- Showdown: Friday, March 5
-- The Trans Ams: Friday, March 5
-- Willtown: Saturday, March 6
-- Crash Rocket: Saturday, March 6
-- The Ben Robinson Band: Sunday, March 7
-- 2 A.M.: Sunday, March 7

SANFORD

Seminole Harley-Davidson celebrates their own version of Bike Week with $2 beer each day, vendors, Backyard Boys BBQ, full bar daily specials and more. The following events based at their location at 620 Hickman Circle, Sanford, FL 32771. (407) 328-1212; (800) 666-6900. http://www.seminoleharley.com/

-- Performances by blues band Double Barrel: Saturday, Feb. 27 and Sunday, Feb. 28 at 3 p.m. -- Saturday, Feb. 27: Molly Hatchet performs at 6 p.m.; tickets are $20 --Ride 2010 Harleys for free: Saturday, March 6 and Sunday, March 7 -- Saturday, March 6: Concert by Johnny Bulford, winner of the 27th Annual Colgate Country Showdown

Harley-Davidson Museum’s “Harleys & Hollywood” Feb12-Mar15

admin — Wed, 10 Feb 2010 00:50:57 +0000

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 stars.

The Harley-Davidson Museum is home to many iconic stories starring the motorcycle. Beginning February 12 - and just in time for the Oscars - the Museum is rolling out the red carpet for some very special guest appearances as it showcases "Harleys & Hollywood," an exclusive, limited-time exhibit.

Visitors to the Museum will have the chance to see, live and in person, some of the famous Hollywood motorcycles that have defined pop culture over the years. Bikes on display include those seen in the films G.I. Joe: The Rise of Cobra, Indiana Jones and the Kingdom of the Crystal Skull, Star Trek, and Wild Hogs, as well as those owned by stars Clark Gable, Steve McQueen, Ludacris, and Jesse James.
Everyone who visits "Harleys & Hollywood" can enjoy a flash of stardom as they hop in the saddle of the actual bike ridden by Shia Labouf in Indiana Jones and the Kingdom of the Crystal Skull and get their photo taken.

And those who want to know more about the bikes can hear a gallery talk on "Harleys & Hollywood" from a member of the Museum's Archives and Curatorial staff every Thursday (Feb 18-March 11) at 2 p.m.

"Harleys & Hollywood" and the Harley-Davidson Museum:
Special Event - February 26 at 7:00 p.m.
Untold Stories: Motorcycles in the Movies
An Evening with Tim Woods and Justin Kell

Come to the Harley-Davidson Museum and learn how motorcycle movie magic is made from two of the industry's insiders! Join Tim Woods, Picture Car Coordinator, and Justin Kell, Motorcycle Coordinator, for a fun evening of entertaining stories and unique insights on motorcycles in films, the actors who ride them, the stunts that are performed, and much more.

Over the past several years, Tim and Justin have worked together on the hit films The Curious Case of Benjamin Button, Indiana Jones and the Kingdom of the Crystal Skull, Star Trek, and G.I. Joe: The Rise of Cobra. As Picture Car Coordinator, Tim selects the vehicles and manages the transportation scenes, and as Motorcycle Coordinator, Justin coordinates, builds, and serves as technician to the bikes. Come see the bikes, watch clips from the films, and get the inside scoop on how it's all done!

About the Harley-Davidson Museum
The Harley-Davidson Museum is located at 400 West Canal Street in Milwaukee and provides a glimpse of American history and culture like you've never seen it before - through the lens of the Harley-Davidson motorcycle. The Museum is open year-round (10 a.m. - 6 p.m. Monday-Wednesday and Friday-Sunday, and 10 a.m. - 8 p.m. Thursdays) and parking is free.

Harley’s Electra Glide motorcycle goes to the dark side

admin — Fri, 29 Jan 2010 00:27:52 +0000

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 Gloss Black Rumble Collection and low-smoked windshield, the new CVO Ultra adds leading-edge technology with a handlebar-mounted Road Tech™ zūmo® 660 GPS Navigator and an integrated automatic lock system that now includes the ignition knob.

The CVO Ultra is powered by a black and chrome Screamin' Eagle® Twin Cam 110™ engine and a 6-speed Cruise Drive® transmission, which is the largest-displacement V-Twin engine offered from the factory by Harley-Davidson. Besides the black powertrain, this menacing touring bike revels in all things dark with a Crimson Mist Black / Dark Slate and Flame graphics base color, and approximately 185 other unique black parts, components and accessories meticulously melded to form and function by the CVO team.

Among the main attractions on the dark road to CVO Ultra custom inspiration are the Contrast Chrome Roulette wheels, the Rumble Collection featuring nine Gloss Black accessories from mirrors to saddlebag latch covers, black engine and saddlebag guards, and Diamond Black gauge faces. All these deeply dark features combine to make the Ultra into an inspired motorcycle that could only come from Harley-Davidson CVO.

Not only is the new CVO Ultra darker, but lower as well with the motorcycles profile reduced up front with a 6.5-inch smoked windshield and adds premium Touring features like anti-lock braking system (ABS), LED saddlebag lights, Electronic Sequential Port Fuel Injection (ESPFI), a six-gallon fuel tank, Brembo brakes and 160-watt CD/AM/FM/WB/MP3 Advanced Audio System by Harman-Kardon, CB and intercom, and passenger audio with controls, cruise control, plus standard XM Radio.

Key CVO Ultra Classic Electra Glide Features;
• Screamin' Eagle Black and Chrome Twin Cam 110 engine with 110-cid (1803cc), rubber-mounted to the frame, is rated at 115 ft. lbs. of torque at 3750 rpm. The 6-speed Cruise Drive transmission with black and chrome case features a helical-cut fifth gear.
• Developed for Harley-Davidson by Garmin, the Road Tech zūmo 660 has a new mounting position for convenient viewing by both rider and passenger with a glove-friendly touch screen, left-handed controls and a bright, UV-resistant display that's easy to read in sunlight.
• Gloss Black Rumble Collection featuring rider footboard inserts and pans, passenger footboard inserts and pans, shifter pegs, brake pedal, highway pegs, mirrors, windshield trim, saddlebag latch covers and heated hand grips with end caps.
• Contrast Chrome Roulette wheels, 17-inch front and 16-inch rear.
• Suspended, dual control heated leather seat with new perforated printed insert.
• Leather passenger backrest with adjustable lumbar support and new perforated, leather insert.
• New custom paint scheme is Crimson Mist Black / Dark Slate with flame graphics.
The CVO Ultra is built on the innovative Touring chassis introduced by Harley-Davidson in 2009, based on a single-spar, rigid backbone frame and swingarm specifically developed to suit the needs of long-haul touring rides. But interested rides will need to move sooner than later, production of the 2010 CVO Ultra Classic Electra Glide will be limited to approximately 999 units.

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New 2010 Harley-Davidson Forty-Eight Released

admin — Sat, 23 Jan 2010 00:17:25 +0000

Harley's late-release Dark Custom joins the Sportster family
By Andrew Cherney

Just when you thought all the new metal was out of the box, comes this surprising bit of news from Harley Davidson. The Motor Company has announced a new 2010 Sportster model called the Forty-Eight, a shadow-splashed factory custom powered by a fuel-injected, rubber-mounted 1200cc Evolution V-twin.

With its blacked-out controls, fat wheels, engine cases and air cleaner cover (along with other components), the Forty-Eight makes no bones about its membership in Harley's Dark Custom club, a lineup that includes other Sportster-based bikes like the Nightster and the Iron 883, along with the Street Bob Night Bob and Cross Bones.

Featuring a slammed suspension and the classic 2.1-gallon peanut fuel tank, the low-riding Forty-Eight further plays on the hot rod custom theme with a low, 26-inch solo seat, under-mounted mirrors, side mount license plate, clean rear fender and fat front tire.
In the vein of the bare-bones Iron 883, Harley has also shrewdly chosen to list the Forty-Eight at a reasonable $10,499 MSRP in Vivid Black. Of course, you can opt for a bit more buzz with Brilliant Silver or Mirage Orange paint schemes.
For more information on the Forty-Eight and the other Dark Custom bikes, check out www.harley-davidson.com/darkcustom. A portion of the official news release follows:

HARLEY-DAVIDSON FORTY-EIGHT IS A RAW AND RADICAL RIDE
MILWAUKEE (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-mounted Evolution® 1200 cc V-Twin engine. The low solo seat, under-mounted mirrors, side mount license plate, clean rear fender and tall and fat front tire emphasize the Forty Eight's focus on chiseled customization.

"With its classic bulldog shoulders stance, the Forty-Eight strikes a distinctive look and low profile that could only come from Harley-Davidson," said Ray Drea, Harley-Davidson Senior Director of Styling.

Lying low from tire-to-tire, the Forty-Eight model showcases more of its black 1200 Evolution V-Twin engine with polished accents and other components with a clean look highlighted by the traditional peanut fuel tank, small solo seat and lightening holes in the backbone mounting bracket. The Forty-Eight has more than just custom cool styling with the smooth ride on new front fork sliders, a tall and fat front tire and slammed rear suspension.

The Forty-Eight embraces the street up front with forward foot controls, low profile custom handlebar, under-mounted mirrors, fork-mounted turn signals, slammed speedometer mounting bracket and fork brace with lightening holes.

Forty-Eight features and highlights:
Blacked out rubber-mounted Evolution 1200 cc V-Twin engine with polished covers
Electronic Sequential Port Fuel Injection (ESPFI)
Steel 2.1-gallon peanut fuel tank with lightening hole mounting bracket
One-piece, solo Sportster classic seat
Tall and fat 130 mm Dunlop MT90 front tire
16-inch Black Steel Laced wheels
Low profile custom handlebar
New front forks with wide triple clamps
Blacked components including air cleaner cover, clutch and brake levers and turn signals
Two-year factory warranty

Harley-Davidson Museum is hog heaven

admin — Mon, 18 Jan 2010 02:18:57 +0000

By DIANA LAMBDIN MEYER / Special Contributor to The Dallas Morning News

MILWAUKEE – Unofficially, the dress code at the Harley-Davidson Museum calls for black and orange. When my friends met me in our hotel's lobby, they were appalled. My stylish slacks and cotton blouse would never do. They handed me a black Harley T-shirt and sent me back to my room to change.

Much better. I now came closer to fitting in at Milwaukee's shrine to hogs where people who take their motorcycles seriously come clad in leather, jeans, do-rags and orange and black T-shirts.

This city is many things: the brewing capital of America; the home of Arthur Fonzarelli and the Happy Days gang; and location of a Santiago Calatrava-designed art museum that graces the shore of Lake Michigan like a swan in flight.
But to a growing segment of enthusiasts, Milwaukee is hog heaven. It was here in 1903 that William Harley and Arthur Davidson attached an engine to a bicycle frame in a wooden shed in the backyard of the Davidson house.

The museum, which opened in 2008, doesn't disappoint the faithful. The earliest known H-D motorcycle, the Serial #1, is the focal point of more than 450 bikes on display, the majority of which came directly off the factory floor.
Other exhibits describe the design and manufacturing process for which Harley is famous, emphasizing Harley's oft-repeated words: "We have not endeavored to see how cheap we could make it, but how good."

Even those who aren't necessarily inspired by the roar of motorcycles will find plenty to appreciate. For example, one exhibit spotlights the role of the Women's Motorcycle Corps in World War II, a volunteer group that carried messages and medicines throughout Europe.
Pop culture is represented by reproduction Evil Knievel bikes, the Captain America chopper from the movie Easy Rider, and a Harley once owned by Elvis Presley. Extreme sports enthusiasts gravitate to exhibits on motorcycle ice racing, chariot races and polo.
Lunch or dinner at the Motor Bar and Restaurant is worth a visit to the 20-acre complex. Featuring Southern-style barbecue, Wisconsin breaded cheese curds and pretzel dough buns, along with outdoor dining on the banks of the Menominee River, Motor has quickly become one of the most popular restaurants in Milwaukee.

And then of course, with the gift shop next door and Harley memorabilia, some of it offered only here, those who need to build their orange-and-black wardrobe will find plenty of suitable choices.

The Harley-Davidson Museum, 400 Canal St., is open daily; hours vary seasonally. Admission: $16, adults; $10, ages 5-17. Contact: 1-877-436-8738; www.h-dmuseum.com.

International Motorcycle Show

admin — Fri, 15 Jan 2010 00:34:51 +0000

If you like motorcycles, custom bikes, ATVs, scooters and anything else that roars when you rev it, this show is for you. Manufacturers such as Ducati, Honda, Harley-Davidson and Yamaha are among the many exhibitors, and there will be apparel for sale, demo rides, seminars and giveaways. The event is part of the 29th annual Cycle World International Motorcycle Show, a tour that crisscrosses the country from November through March.

Friday 4-9 p.m., Saturday 9:30 a.m.-8 p.m., Sunday 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Walter E. Washington Convention Center, halls D and E, 801 Mount Vernon Pl. NW. 202-249-4001. http://www.motorcycleshows.com/washingtondc. $15 for one day, $22 for two days; ages 6-11 $6 for one day, $10 for two days; younger free. Women receive half-off admission on Friday night; age 11 and younger are free with adult admission on Sunday.

Harley-Davidson Offers $500 Over Trade-In to Competitive Owners

admin — Wed, 06 Jan 2010 00:22:07 +0000

Harley-Davidson invites competitive riders to trade in their non-Harley-Davidson motorcycles for a new untitled Harley-Davidson motorcycle. As an added incentive, customers who trade-in an eligible competitive motorcycle toward the purchase of an eligible Harley-Davidson® motorcycle by January 31, 2010, will receive the dealer-negotiated trade-in value plus $500 towards the final purchase price.

“It’s all about sharing the Harley-Davidson experience with a discriminating audience and earning the opportunity to welcome new riders into the family,” said Dino Bernacchi, Harley-Davidson Advertising and Promotions Director. “Currently one-in-four sales of new Harley-Davidson motorcycles are to competitive brand riders,
but there may be some riders out there who don’t realize that nearly all Harley-Davidson dealers welcome competitive brand trade-ins, so we are spreading the word through this promotion and sweetening the deal to help get them on the ride of their dreams.”

For more details about the competitive trade-in promotion, visit your local Harley-Davidson dealer or log onto h-d.com/trade-in.

Harley-Davidson Unveils New Part Number System

admin — Tue, 22 Dec 2009 04:53:21 +0000

On Dec. 15, 2009, Harley-Davidson launched a new part number format that will be used for all newly created Original Equipment and Genuine Parts & Accessory part numbers, replacing the current part numbering system that dates back to the early 1960s.

The new part number format change was driven by several factors, with a primary reason being that after decades of new part introductions, unused base part numbers were running out. The new part number system replaces the legacy format of a five-digit base part number and a two-digit model year code (e.g., 12345-09) with a three-digit part type and a five-digit index number (e.g., 34500008). The model year of introduction will no longer be embedded in the part number but it will be readily available on part labels, parts books and other systems. Alphabetical suffixes will be added as needed to indicate retrofit and color options, along with other information.

Legacy parts introduced prior to the adoption of the new system will continue to be stocked under the old format, but all newly created parts will be assigned the new format.