Harley Davidson-The Real Deal

Harley Davidson, the most respected and most popular motorcycle manufacturer in the United States has been going strong for over 100 years! Debuting in 1903 in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, Harley Davidson offers racing bikes, military bikes and most importantly the Harley roadsters. Harley’s birth is remembered every year when hundreds of thousands of motorcycle fanatics converge on Milwaukee, Wisconsin to pay their respects and homage.

Founded by William Harley and Arthur Davidson in 1903, the first Harley was built in Wisconsin in a tiny wood shed. Growing success led to the1904 opening of the first Harley Davidson dealership by C.H. Lang in Chicago, Illinois. And, did you know that the first Harley Davidson motorcycle was purchased in Milwaukee by Henry Meyer?

Harley Davidson made its motorcycle racing debut in 1905. Clenching their first win that same year, Harley Davidson expanded its racing operations by entering endurance competitions, off-road racing competitions and lap races. Harley Davidson’s continued success led to the development of the racing department of Harley Davidson in 1913.

Benefitting from Harley Davidson’s quality offerings, the United States Military purchased 1/3 of all Harley Davidson motorcycles that were made in 1917. A year later, in 1918, the military’s motorcycle brigade was comprised of over 50% Harleys. World War One was fought with the aid and precision of over twenty thousand motorcycles, the majority of which were Harley Davidson’s. Harley enthusiasts formed The Harley Owners Group (aka HOG) and that organization holds the title of the largest motorcycle club. Membership in HOG grew to over 500,000 members by the year 2000.

The year 2010 will surely be another ground breaking year for Harley Davidson. Enhanced accessories, improved technology and unsurpassed quality will propel Harley into another record breaking year.

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