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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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