September 03, 2015
The new 2016 models from Harley-Davidson are starting to arrive at dealerships across Canada, led by three limited-production Custom Vehicle Operations models including the CVO Limited, CVO Road Glide Ultra, and CVO Street Glide. [more]
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July 19, 2015
Today's top performance cruisers go beyond engine power to include steering precision, ride quality, ground clearance, and braking power. They offer nimble handling and other great dynamics including a proper riding position and favourable balance. [more]
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April 28, 2015
Harley-Davidson is recalling 1,630 motorcycles in Canada due to a problem with the clutch. [more]
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March 25, 2015
To help you learn the ropes of motorcycle riding, the ideal beginner bike must handle safely and predictably through a sharp and lightweight chassis, and supply just enough power to get you out of tough spots. It must also be low enough to allow you to put both feet on the ground at idle, and preferably feature ABS technology for more confidence on the road. [more]
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October 20, 2014
The Harley-Davidson famously ridden by Peter Fonda in the 1969 movie Easy Rider has just been auctioned off for $1.35 million USD in California. [more]
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September 29, 2014
Harley-Davidson is recalling 5,741 motorcycles from
the 2014 model year in Canada because the hydraulic
clutch system may develop a tear in the primary cup
(seal) on the clutch master cylinder piston. If this
occurs, the system may lose the ability to maintain
sufficient lift to keep the clutch disengaged. [more]
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August 24, 2014
With the new Touring family's revamped chassis and more subdued vibrations, as well as the recent upgrades from Harley-Davidson's Project Rushmore, the 2014 Street Glide rides toward perfection without losing an ounce of its legendary character. [more]
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August 05, 2014
So, you've just obtained your rider's licence?
Congratulations! To help you become a better rider,
the ideal beginner bike must handle safely and
predictably with a sharp and lightweight chassis, and
supply just enough power to get you out of tough
spots. [more]
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July 07, 2014
Harley-Davidson is recalling 4,759 motorcycles from the 2014 model year in Canada to correct a problem with the braking system. [more]
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June 29, 2014
Built from the ground up, Harley's new
model is aimed at new/young adult riders. [more]
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June 20, 2014
Harley-Davidson has just revealed Project LiveWire,
its first-ever electric motorcycle. The all-black
model has a maximum range of about 160
kilometres and can sprint from 0-100 km/h in four
seconds. [more]
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June 08, 2014
In the red corner, the new 2014 Harley-Davidson Street Glide benefits from a series of upgrades that will take riders farther on the open road. [more]
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June 01, 2014
Launched in 2008, the bobber-style Harley-Davidson Fat Bob became an instant hit among fans of dark custom bikes. It now comes back with the latest advancements in styling, engines, and transmissions. [more]
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May 11, 2014
The 2014 model year marks the return of a legend to the Harley-Davidson lineup. The Low Rider benefits from the latest upgrades to the Dyna family (frame, transmission, brakes) while retaining all the thrills that made this nameplate famous, starting with the exquisite rumble of its torque-y and feisty Twim Cam 103. It's an invitation to rock the countryside to the unique beat of the all-American engine. [more]
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April 13, 2014
The 2014 Harley-Davidson SuperLow 1200T is a more muscular, touring-oriented version of the SuperLow 883, with a pair of lockable saddlebags, a removable Switchback-style windshield, a more comfortable seat, as well as available antitheft alarm and keyless start. It revives an idea dropped more than 50 years ago: building a Sportster for light touring. [more]
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March 14, 2014
Captain America: The Winter Soldier will hit the big screen on April 4th, and the list of superheroes in that movie also includes a few GM products. [more]
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February 06, 2014
The Harley-Davidson Dyna Super Glide that was presented to Pope Francis in June 2013 as part of the Milwaukee brand's 110th anniversary celebration was finally sold by Bonhams for E245,000 (approx. $365,000) to a European buyer. [more]
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January 15, 2014
A 1,585cc Harley-Davidson Dyna Super Glide, presented to Pope Francis in June 2013 as part of the Milwaukee brand's 110th anniversary celebration, will be auctioned for charity by Bonhams at the Grand Palais in Paris on February 6th, 2014. [more]
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December 23, 2013
Harley-Davidson Europe wants you to hear the sound of the festive season like you've never heard it before. [more]
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November 13, 2013
Mecum Auctions is about to spark a war among bike
collectors with a 1938 Harley-Davidson WLD that
was once owned and ridden by "The King of Cool"
Steve McQueen. [more]
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November 06, 2013
The new Harley-Davidson Street 750 and Street 500 motorcycles - the first all-new platform from Harley-Davidson in 13 years - are hailed by the manufacturer as its most affordable models. They will go on sale in the U.S., Italy, Spain, Portugal and India next spring, with many more markets to follow. [more]
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October 31, 2013
Harley-Davidson Canada is recalling 1,583 motorcycles from the 2014 model year due to a problem with the braking system. [more]
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August 20, 2013
Harley-Davidson introduced its 2014 Touring lineup on August 18th. Called Project RUSHMORE, the simultaneous launch of 8 new models is the biggest in its history, since Harley-Davidson prepares to celebrate its 110th anniversary this year. [more]
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June 21, 2013
While the regular Harley-Davidson model looks fantastic, the CVO version is simply breathtaking in Hard Candy Gold Dust livery, with polished aluminum wheels and a huge, 1.8L V-twin. Here's one masterpiece only the guys from Milwaukee can produce. [more]
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June 18, 2013
As part of Harley-Davidson's 110th Anniversary celebrations in Rome, Pope Francis blessed hundreds of Harley motorcycles and their owners during a special event at the Vatican on Sunday. [more]
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June 09, 2013
The redesigned 2013 Harley-Davidson Road King optionally sports a new Rich Vintage Bronze and Antique Vintage Black colour scheme to celebrate the brand's 110th anniversary. This machine hasn't stopped improving since 2009, and embodies light touring at its best. [more]
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April 28, 2013
Harley-Davidson unveiled its latest Softail model at the Daytona Bike Week in Florida. The 2013 Breakout is a long-fork cruiser with a wide front wheel raked out in classic dragster style. It definitely lives up to the brand's storied reputation for character-infused styling and finish. [more]
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March 22, 2013
Harley-Davidson is joining forces with the Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC) as part of the manufacturer's 110th Anniversary Celebration. The two also teamed up five years ago to forge a unique partnership. [more]
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March 11, 2013
Harley-Davidson introduced the new 2013 Breakout during the annual Daytona Bike Week in Florida. [more]
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March 09, 2013
This Saturday, as part of the Amelia Island Concours d'Élégance, RM Auctions will sell a rare 1928 Harley-Davidson JD motorcycle. [more]
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February 04, 2013
Through the sale of its Pink Label collection, Deeley Harley-Davidson Canada has raised $26,018 in 2012 for the Rethink Breast Cancer awareness campaign. [more]
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January 25, 2013
The 34th annual Show Harley will rock Montreal's Bell Centre on Saturday, January 26th, 2013. Harley-Davidson enthusiasts from all over will get together for a memorable event that includes over 50 motorcycles in running action and local artists such as Martin Deschamps, Michel Pagliaro, Jonas, and Éric Lapointe. [more]
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January 22, 2013
As part of the year-long celebration of its 110th anniversary, Harley-Davidson asked riders from all over the world to take a single black leather jacket on an adventure and to share their stories online. [more]
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November 08, 2012
That's right: Your new moustache for Movember could earn you a brand new 2013 Street Bob courtesy of Deeley Harley-Davidson Canada. [more]
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October 30, 2012
The famous Harley-Davidson motorcycle that was lost during the March 2011 tsunami in Japan and later wound up on a beach in northern British Columbia is now on display at the Harley-Davidson Museum in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. [more]
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October 06, 2012
Pope Benedict XVI yesterday blessed two commemorative motorcycle gas tanks that will go on two motorcycles - one will be displayed at the Harley-Davidson Museum in Milwaukee, while the other will be auctioned to support the Good Samaritan Foundation. [more]
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September 28, 2012
Low Boy creator Duc Dufour will be enshrined into the Canadian Motorcycle Hall of Fame on November 3rd, 2012. The ceremony will take place at the Delta Centre-Ville hotel in Montreal. [more]
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August 21, 2012
In order to celebrate its 110th anniversary, Harley-Davidson is launching a plethora of new models, special editions and new options [more]
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August 09, 2012
Currently up for grabs on VintageAndRare.com is famed super rock star Eddie Van Halen's 1991 Harley Davidson. [more]
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July 04, 2012
Designed to be close to superbike-like performance, in terms of speed and road handling, the 900-cc (and up) street bike also strives for more comfort and versatility for everyday riding. Better yet, insurance rates and registration costs are also less expensive. [more]
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June 03, 2012
Introduced in the early '90s with a stylish chrome-accented metallic armour, the Harley-Davidson Fat Boy has always been a hit among fans of large, stripped-down cruisers. While it gained even more chrome over the years, this bike remains one of the best-loved custom classics. [more]
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May 13, 2012
Harley-Davidson introduces the sixth member of the Softail family. Rather than shaving weight, the Slim is about going back to the basics. Make no mistake, though: this clean-looking cruiser is still bad to the bone and provides wicked fun on the open road. [more]
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April 27, 2012
There are many points to consider when shopping for a new motorcycle. Affordability often tops the list, even though styling is what usually draws us to a particular model in the first place. [more]
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April 10, 2012
Aligned with H-D1TM Customization, which allows the Customer to choose from a number of option categories to optimize fit, function, and style on a bike, Harley-Davidson Motor Company is introducing a new Seat and Windshield Demo Program that enables riders to visit participating authorized Harley-Davidson® Retailers and sample these components on their own motorcycles. [more]
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April 10, 2012
Inspired from the radically styled '70s choppers, the 2012 Harley-Davidson Seventy-Two boasts a classic custom design with miniature ape-hanger handlebars. This glorious and bodacious new member of the Sportster family will turn plenty of heads... and maybe even encourage American cruiser enthusiasts to grow a mustache! [more]
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February 24, 2012
Après le Salon de la Moto de Toronto et celui de Québec, Montréal livre du tangible ce week-end, avec la totalité des nouveautés 2012 du monde de la moto. De nouvelles machines, de nouveaux équipements, des programmes de financement, des tonnes d'accessoires et la présence d'une foule d'associations de tourisme et de journées d'essais en piste (track day). [more]
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February 21, 2012
The Montreal Motorcycle Show returns to Palais des Congrès from February 24th to 26th, 2012. As the largest and most anticipated event of its kind in Quebec, it will once again put a record number of models under one roof. [more]
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February 03, 2012
The Harley-Davidson® Seventy-Two motorcycle is a metal flake dream machine, a Sportster® motorcycle on a trip back to the days when the cool kids rode Sting-Ray bikes and the big boys parked choppers in a row on the curb. Those motorcycles were long and lean; candy-apple colour and gleaming chrome shimmering in hazy summer sunlight. From its Hard Candy Big Red Flake paint and ape bars to its narrow whitewall tires, the Seventy-Two model is a respectful nod to that era, and to the influence of the custom culture that still percolates today along Whittier Boulevard, the legendary cruising street in East Los Angeles, also known as Route 72. A new generation of custom builder is tapping into that era and making a fresh statement, not just in California but in garages across the country, even around the world. [more]
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February 02, 2012
Pare down a Harley-Davidson® Softail® motorcycle to its essential elements and you have the Slim motorcycle.From its trimmed front fender to its narrow rear end, Slim is a no-nonsense, back-to-basics motorcycle. Call it stripped. Call it old school. Call it lean and mean. What's left is the elemental Softail® profile and iconic Harley-Davidson® style that recalls classic custom bobbers of the 1950s. [more]
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December 08, 2011
Deeley Harley-Davidson Canada and participating Harley-Davidson Retailers kick-start the MMIC Motorcycle season in Toronto, at the Metro Convention Centre from December 9 to 11, 2011. On just over 6,300 square feet, an impressive line-up of 2012 Harley motorcycles will be showcased, including the popular XL 883 Sportster SuperLow motorcycle, with a Canadian, suggested Retail price of under $10,000, the new and versatile Dyna Switchback motorcycle, and the audacious, yet understated, limited edition CVO Road Glide Custom motorcycle. [more]
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October 25, 2011
Take a Dyna, add full-wrap fenders, chromed-out steel fork covers, a large windshield and hard saddlebags, and you get a comfortable yet nimble cruiser that's good for hours of cool, easy riding. It looks very much like a midsized Road King and promises lovely time under the sun. [more]
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July 05, 2011
Over the course of my time with the 2011 Softail Convertible CVO, I was approached many times by curious onlookers that would admire the bike and inquire as to what model it was. After responding, I was inevitably asked, "Isn't every motorcycle a convertible?" To be fair, it's a valid question. After all, how many motorcycles have you ever seen with a roof? [more]
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June 29, 2011
Deeley Harley-Davidson® Canada has begun facilitating the delivery of a limited quantity of the 2012 Touring, Trike and Sportster® models to some Retailers in Canada giving Customers an opportunity to get on a 2012 Harley-Davidson® model as of mid-July, with much of the riding season still ahead. [more]
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June 17, 2011
2011 Harley-Davidson Sportster 883 Superlow: Like any good Harley, the Sportster 883 Superlow is mainly about styling and mechanical thrills. This model neatly preserves the soul of the original H-D motorcycles with a clean and much-appreciated low profile backed by the charismatic vibrations of a rocker engine. The Superlow enhances the Sportster family's nostalgic theme with successfully-executed retro looks, sophisticated fit and finish, as well as a sweet character rooted in a rich tradition - all for less than $9,000. [more]
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May 31, 2011
Horrible conditions and constant showers could not dampen the spirits and enthusiasm of the Deeley Harley-Davidson Canada XR1200 contingent at its inaugural performance in the Canadian Superbike round one weekend of the 2011 season. Canada's Snowbirds did a fly-by, seeming to tear a hole in the unrelenting grey blanket that hovered overhead of Circuit ICAR in Mirabel, Quebec. Skies began to clear and the difficult course dried long enough for the Harley-Davidson XR1200 motorcycles to make their appearance on the track for qualifying. [more]
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May 31, 2011
After the Fat Boy and Street Bob, here comes the Fat Bob. Sporting the brawny looks of the former and built on the same frame as the latter (yes, it's a Dyna), Harley-Davidson's black sheep features a dual-shock rear suspension and a Twin Cam 96 engine with rocker arms and wet-sump lubricating system. [more]
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May 17, 2011
The Milwaukee giant offers a new, sportier edition of the XR1200. Who would have thought that you could have this much fun in corners - to the point of almost grinding the road with your knee - on a Sportster frame? [more]
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May 10, 2011
Deeley Harley-Davidson Canada will once again welcome tens of thousands of motorcycle enthusiasts to Port Dover for the PD13 event on May 13. The event will feature an interactive display consisting of new model motorcycles, a presentation of the newest General Merchandise and Parts & Accessories, as well as JumpStart - an innovative motorcycle simulator that allows anyone to personally experience the thrill of the throttle that only comes with riding a Harley-Davidson motorcycle. [more]
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May 03, 2011
Harley-Davidson updated the 1200 Custom with a magnificent new edition sporting fat rubber - a nice way to perpetuate an enduring American tradition. Dating back to the mid-fifties, this member of the Sportster family stands as the brand's oldest active model. [more]
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April 22, 2011
The Blackline, the newest member of the Softail family, is one of the big, cool retro cruisers from the master of thrills himself, Harley-Davidson. As its name implies, the Blackline is decked out in black livery that sets off its naked styling cues, while the Split Drag handlebars ensure comfort and, above all, have tons of attitude. [more]
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April 01, 2011
Harley-Davidson had some surprising news for us today: the boys in Milwaukee have decided to revive the Topper, the only scooter ever manufactured by the mythical American firm. The idea behind this decision is to offer novices a user-friendly alternative to the traditional hog. [more]
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February 03, 2011
The much-anticipated spring season is just around the corner and with that, 60 Harley-Davidson Retailers across Canada are busy preparing to welcome new guests to their Garage Party events. [more]
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January 21, 2011
Harley Davidson has proudly announced the arrival of a new Softail model, the Blackline. As its name implies, it features quite a few black design elements. It's also "pared to the bone" and characterized by Split Drag handlebars. [more]
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December 13, 2010
Winds of change have hit the Canadian motorcycle racing world. Two brand new classes, namely the Amateur Superbike class and the much anticipated Harley-Davidson® XR 1200TM Cup, will have their debut in the upcoming 2011 racing season, which marks the 32nd anniversary of the National Superbike series. [more]
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November 16, 2010
Harley-Davidson has been manufacturing the Sportster family, coded XL and powered by an overhead valve engine, since 1957. The roots of the range go back to the 1940s and the 1952 K Sport and Sport Solo models, which were equipped with a flat head engine. [more]
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November 09, 2010
Inheriting the redesigned frame and suspension, and reduced engine vibrations of the 2009 Touring family, the new and improved 2011 Street Glide returns decked out in White Hot Denim and ever more improvements for our pure cruising enjoyment. [more]
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October 29, 2010
Custom Vehicle Operations (CVO) represents Harley's nobility, producing extensively dressed-up and mechanically upgraded models in limited volumes that help keep exclusivity, demand and resale values high. The models rotate year-on-year, providing excellent examples for owners who like to personalize their own bike without going whole-hog (Pun intended). CVOs may be pricey ($41,919 for the CVO Road Glide Ultra, compared to $22,119 for the more popular Road Glide Custom and $26,119 for the Road Glide Ultra), but are in fact a great deal for the added value and the improvements you are buying. [more]
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October 26, 2010
The epitome of tackiness in my book, white socks with a business suit, has been replaced by this customized Harley-Davidson VRod that has suffered an ignominious treatment at the hand of a certain Jack Armstrong (Not his real name, I would bet!) Judge for yourself. [more]
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October 01, 2010
I liked Harley's TC103 engine when I first rode one last year aboard a the 2010 Electra Glide Ultra Classic Limited, as it felt like a real incremental improvement over the somewhat underpowered TC96 when motivating that fully equipped and massive Touring bike. [more]
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September 28, 2010
The current small-scale rage about three wheelers has encouraged Harley-Davidson to come out with a second three wheeled device, the Street Glide Trike, a less expensive and slightly down-level brother to the Tri Glide Ultra Classic launched as a 2010 model. [more]
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August 18, 2010
The confirmation of this transaction came in early August, as H-D sold the Italian manufacturer back to the original owner, two years after having paid $107MUS for it. [more]
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July 28, 2010
Harley-Davidson introduces the new SuperLow and XR1200X models in the Sportster family, and the Road Glide Ultra model in the Touring line, as part of 32 models offered for 2011. [more]
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July 27, 2010
New High-Performance Audio Systems, Premium Seats, and Custom Paint
Harley-Davidson Custom Vehicle Operations (CVO) created four limited-production motorcycles for the 2011 model season. [more]
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July 02, 2010
For nearly as long as motorcycles have existed, so too have people who wished to modify them in order to suit their own personal tastes. Whether for comfort or style (rarely both it seems), riders would set to work swapping pipes, paint jobs, seats, handlebars and forks to set up their bike the way they wanted. Somewhere down the line a business savvy entrepreneur noticed the amount of money being funnelled into the aftermarket industry and couldn't see why a major manufacturer couldn't get in on some of that action. [more]
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June 04, 2010
In a move that brings the stylish XR 1200 up to the look and specifications of the models destined to the race series, H-D has just announced an improved version of the attractive machine, the 2011 XR 1220X. [more]
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May 27, 2010
We do not make the news, only bring it to you. In this case, another take on the well known and adored Harley-Davidson products. Well, maybe not by this guy. [more]
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May 26, 2010
New-Zealanders spend far too much time upside down - or maybe us Northerners have it all wrong. [more]
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April 02, 2010
The V-Rod, with liquid cooling, a different sound from a modern engine, fat rear tire and a somewhat squat look, does not share the iconic sound and looks of the more traditional air cooled Harleys. I have always liked the basic V-Rod, and got an opportunity to spend a long day riding it at Bike Week 2010. Interestingly enough, the V-Rod struck out from the sea of air cooled models, eliciting compliments from most non-Harley riders. [more]
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March 24, 2010
Road racing remains a big part of life for the Canadian Harley-Davidson distributor, as they have just announced exhaustive plans for the coming season as well as 2011. [more]
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March 24, 2010
Canadian and American race promoters have announced new classes for 2010. The Canadian series will feature V-Twins, while the AMA will focus on the XR1200 from Harley-Davidson. [more]
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March 18, 2010
Harley-Davidson has been badly battered by the current economic crisis, with sharply decreasing sales and profitability, the financial losses from the Buell stoppage, and a $100M purchase of MV Augusta that has not produced any benefits so far. [more]
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March 12, 2010
Daytona, Florida. With post-war Harley looks and Sportster heritage dating back to the 1950s, the Forty-Eight is quite a stunner, don't you think? Based on the Sportster 1200, this bike stands out with a small orange tank, a retro-style solo seat, a truncated rear fender with no taillight as well as some massive tires. In my humble opinion, all these elements make the Forty-Eight one of the sharpest-looking Harleys out there. [more]
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January 25, 2010
The new 2010 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. [more]
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January 22, 2010
The new Harley-Davidson® Forty-EightTM motorcycle is a Factory custom bike in the legendary tradition of the hot rod Sportster® line with the raw, elemental appeal of the Dark Custom bikes. [more]
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November 20, 2009
The 2010 Harley-Davidson CVO Street Glide is the second most expensive model in this year's Motor Corporation catalogue. Customer Vehicle Operations (CVO) is Harley-Davidson's showcase, where the in-house stylists let loose and decorate key models to produce exclusive, hi-cost machines. The bikes usually sell out every year; so the money is good, the customers are happy, and independent builders are frustrated by the great looks and integrity of the CVOs. Life is indeed good on this front. [more]
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November 11, 2009
This is it, the latest ultimate expression of the Touring family - unless of course you go for the even more expensive and exclusive CVO models. The model name has changed, but the bike is still an Electra Glide under the skin, dressed up in attractive, three-tone paint jobs, new-look wheels, and extra lighting and chrome, and a 103cid engine, up from the 96cid unit in the standard Electra Glide models. We rode the bleu-mauve-black combo, while the red-black model may be more of a visual hit. [more]
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October 23, 2009
A new model for 2010, the Fat Boy LO aims to be just that, the lowest bike made by the Motor Company, and it works, with the seat placed only 616 mm off the deck. [more]
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October 09, 2009
In the constant churn of new and upgraded models, wheels, paint jobs, equipment and badging that produces the bikes that Harley buyers want year after year, The Motor Company re launches the Dyna Wide Glide model for 2010 after a one year absence, with evolutionary changes to the bike in terms of looks and external equipment. But make no mistake; the on-road behaviour of the 2010 is vastly improved over the older models, thanks to significant improvements to its suspension. [more]
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August 12, 2009
Deeley Harley-Davidson Canada will be holding its annual Canadian National H.O.G.® Rally in the beautiful foothills of the Canadian Rockies from August 13 to 15. [more]
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July 29, 2009
The Canadian arm of the Motor Company has just released details on six new models for 2010. Detailed information will be published in the coming days. In the meantime, here are a few details and some pictures of these new-for-2010 models. [more]
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July 27, 2009
Harley-Davidson® Custom Vehicle Operations (CVO) will create four extraordinary motorcycle models for 2010. 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 owning and riding a very special motorcycle. [more]
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July 27, 2009
GREENVILLE, S.C. - Michelin and Harley-Davidson have joined forces to develop the all-new MICHELIN ScorcherTM "31" tire, which carries both companies' trademarks on its sidewalls and the signature Harley-Davidson logo carved into the shoulder. Four 2010 Harley-Davidson Dyna models will come equipped exclusively with the all-new tire. [more]
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July 19, 2009
This program provides enhanced travel benefits to motorcycle riders and Harley-Davidson enthusiasts at 1,200 "rider-friendly" Best Western properties across Canada and the US. [more]
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July 08, 2009
Over the past week, I got the opportunity to put a 2009 Harley-Davidson CVO Road Glide to the test. As the name suggests, this unique motorcycle is a creation of The Motor Company's Custom Vehicle Operations. [more]
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June 30, 2009
Today's ride was a simple dash from Asheville, North Carolina, to Nags Head, also North Carolina - a 705-km leg that took over 8 hours. [more]
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June 26, 2009
It's 9:30 am, the tank is full and today's ride promises to be very interesting. The Blue Ridge Parkway may be travelled by riders from all over the world, but I have to say the indications are easy to miss, like this green road sign (about 12x36 inches) hidden by the surrounding trees which forced me to make a U-turn! [more]
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June 25, 2009
After a reunion with my good friend California Don the day before, I started off at 9:30 am instead of the planned 6 am. The journey would take me from Louisville, KY, to Staunton, VA -- 760 kilometers on the same Interstate! The late departure combined with a little fatigue and a major accident on the highway made for an arrival time of 7 pm. On tap: the first section of the Blue Ridge Parkway... a ride of over 160 kilometers that culminates in Roanoke, in Southwestern Virginia. [more]
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June 25, 2009
After a much needed night's sleep, I pointed the Silver Beauty towards the Ohio River. From its source in the Appalachian Mountains, the Ohio flows towards the Mississippi, through one of the most important industrial areas of the US. In fact, the major cargo on the Ohio is coal on the way from West Virginia to the great urban centers and, more specifically, their coal-fired power stations. Man-made waterways link the Ohio to the Great Lakes, and access to Canada and the rest of the world. [more]
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June 23, 2009
Getting up at 4:30am for the drive to Toronto was brutal, given that I had hardly slept in anticipation of this trip. I was looking forward to seeing my good buddy "California Don" and the beautiful Kilby, riding to the middle of the US on some of the nicest roads I will find, aboard the 2009 Harley-Davidson CVO Road Glide, complete with exclusive looks and a reputed 100hp. [more]
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May 22, 2009
Last year in the opening round of the Parts Canada Superbike series in Calabogie, Ontario, at the new Calabogie Motorsport track, Steve Crevier created history by giving the new Buell® 1125RTM motorcycle its first Superbike podium placing in the world. In typical Crevier style, he did it with a dramatic pass on the last lap, and - to add a heroic notation here - he did it on DOT tires. [more]
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May 01, 2009
For any motorcycle rider to log one million miles in a lifetime is truly amazing, but it's even more impressive to do it on one motorcycle, as Dave Zien did, on a 1991 Harley-Davidson FXRT. [more]
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April 14, 2009
Yes, you are reading this right - that bastion of slow revving, air cooled, big-inch V-Twin is working on a 1300 to 1600cc four cylinder engine, and a water cooled one at that! [more]
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April 08, 2009
MILWAUKEE, April 6, 2009 - Harley-Davidson Inc. (NYSE:HOG) has named Keith E. Wandell President and Chief Executive Officer, succeeding James L. Ziemer, who is retiring. Wandell, 59, currently serves as President and Chief Operating Officer of Milwaukee-based Johnson Controls, Inc. (NYSE:JCI), a $38 billion global company. Wandell, a 21-year Johnson Controls veteran, starts his new duties at Harley-Davidson May 1. [more]
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March 30, 2009
In the case of this bike, familiarity does not breed contempt, as the latest Sportster variant from The Motor Company, dubbed 883 Iron, turned out to be more bike than I expected when I rode it over Daytona Bike week. With a low-low rear, the Iron takes aims at two parallel segments, the all-black slammed cruiser crowd, and shorter riders looking for a machine they can manage easily at low speed and at rest. [more]
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March 23, 2009
When the XR1200 was first shown to the public in 2007, Americans immediately stated whingeing about not being able to buy one. This throwback to the classic XR750 Flat Tracker seemed like the standard machine that prospective buyers jumping the fence from the rice burners were looking for - and H-D were making it available only in Europe for 2008, with no commitment regarding distribution in America later on. [more]
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March 19, 2009
Like most fanatics, you are not ashamed to show the world your love of The Motor Company. Or, your pick-up is running out of steam while dragging the trailer you use to move your precious Harley around. Either way, Navistar has just announced the answer to your dilemma, if not your prayers: the « Harley-Davidson Special Edition » tractor truck, complete with suitable paint job and classic accessories straight from Harley-Davidson in Milwaukee. [more]
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February 06, 2009
The Motor Corporation has announced 1,100 job cuts and a 10 to 13% decrease in production for 2009, based on 2008 numbers already down compared to 2007. The biggest motorcycle manufacturer in the USA now joins the ranks of the biggest Japanese manufacturers, Honda and Yamaha, who've also announced lower production for 2009. [more]
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January 27, 2009
With models like the new Sportster 883, the Motor Company is developing it's unique product line with models that have a double impact: lower pricing, but also a new look (And market). They are called "Dark Custom", and the Iron 883 joins the Nightster, Night Train, Cross Bones, Fat Bob, and Street Bob that make up this unique family. [more]
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January 20, 2009
Here are some more new models we spotted for you at the Toronto Motorcycle show. [more]
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January 05, 2009
For 2009, the leader in mechanical thrills is offering an all-new variant of its VRSC, motivated by a singular liquid-cooled V-twin. The lineup receives a good dose of muscle with the killer-looking and appropriately-named V-Rod Muscle. [more]
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December 18, 2008
H-D market research has identified a need for a replacement machine for those looking for a less strenuous ride or looking for a more stable base than a two-wheeler can afford, as well as maintaining the H-D image. [more]
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December 16, 2008
In the past, Harley-Davidson described itself as a very conservative company making only small changes one at a time. Engines, transmissions and overall riding dynamics have little changed from one decade to the next. However, over the past 12 years or so, the manufacturer has been animated by a newfound energy. New models like the V-Rod and XR1200 as well as numerous mechanical and stylistic upgrades are the result of this fast-pace, modern evolution. [more]
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December 12, 2008
The Harley-Davidson Touring models have been enjoying a boom in popularity in the last few years on both sides of the Atlantic.
Harley-Davidson has responded with an all-new and much-improved Touting family for 2009. [more]
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December 01, 2008
Inspired by the legendary XR-750 flat-track racer, the Harley-Davidson XR1200 has finally been turned loose on the US market after outstanding sales successes in Europe as a 2008 model. With looks that make even sportbike fanatics drool, a 90 hp version of the (slim) Sportster engine, stump-puller torque, and upgraded brakes and suspension, the XR1200 promises to be an even bigger hit here than in Europe. [more]
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November 24, 2008
Collaboration with numerous police associations prompted Deeley Harley-Davidson Canada to partner with the Quebec Provincial Medical Motor Unit (QPMMU), a non-profit organization founded in 2007. [more]
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October 15, 2008
It may seem unusual to pair the sophisticated style of an American supermodel with the rawness and masculinity of a Harley V-Rod, but the American motorcycle manufacturer is hoping the unusual approach will sell more bikes. Harley Davidson is launching the 2009 V-Rod Muscle by teaming it up with American supermodel Marisa Miller. [more]
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October 06, 2008
The new Screamin' Eagle edition of the Softail Springer combines the legendary brand's classic and modern technology. Only Harley-Davidson could come up with such a delightful extravagance. This Softail displays a unique, devilish character. Long and close to the ground, the Springer Screamin Eagle takes you back in time with a storied fork and lines that used to define motorcycles in the 1940s. The "Softail" name refers to the design and styling of the rear suspension featuring a swingarm reminiscent of vintage Harleys. [more]
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August 15, 2008
When you meet the Rocker C for the very first time, it's hard to believe that it's a standard model. Its radical lines, sculpted feel and low-rider style leave little doubt that this bike comes from a reputable tuning shop. In 2008, the specialist in full-throttle experience is celebrating its 105th birthday with new CVO models, a new Dyna Fat Bob and two completely novel bikes: the Rocker and Rocker C. [more]
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July 14, 2008
American motorcycle manufacturer Harley Davidson is looking to expand their presence in Europe, and has just announced signing a definitive agreement to acquire MV Agusta Group for about $109 million dollars. The privately-held Italian manufacturer is owned mainly by Claudio Castiglioni and his family, who own 95 percent of its shares. Castiglioni will receive a contingent payment in 2016, if certain financial goals are met. [more]
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June 27, 2008
In 2008, the legendary bike builder celebrates its 105th anniversary. Thousands of riders will rumble through the streets of Milwaukee from August 28 to 31 to put an emphatic exclamation point on this milestone. For most owners, a Harley is so much more than a means of transportation and a mere hobby. It's a lifestyle or, as some would say, a religion. [more]
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December 17, 2007
Harley-Davidson officially announced the market launch of the new XL 1200N Nightster in Orlando, Florida, during the H-D dealers' winter meetings. This new mount is not merely a traditional retro-styled sportster; it gets your adrenaline flowing thanks to numerous improvements and a few unprecedented features. [more]
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December 09, 2007
In the world of motorcycling, Harley Davidson's Custom Vehicle Operations (CVO) - makers of the Screamin' Eagle line - is the equivalent of BMW's M division or Mercedes-Benz's AMG arm or Audi's S team. The objective of these in-house tuning studios is similar: To produce high-performance variants of core products in limited numbers. [more]
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November 25, 2007
Introduced in 2003 by Harley-Davidson, the V-Rod was not a mere evolution but rather an all-new breed of motorcycles. It also marked the arrival of the new Revolution engine, the brand's first liquid-cooled powerplant. The V-Rod is defined as a performance cruiser, combining cutting-edge muscle with a sportier riding position than what the Milwaukee-based manufacturer is used to offer. [more]
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October 17, 2007
The 2008 Sportster 883 L smartly completes the American manufacturer's lineup of small motorcycles. It has been specifically designed for riders who want to sit lower on a bike. Harley-Davidson engineers modified the Sportster's seat and suspension to lower the ride height by 46 mm. The 883 L offers improved handling and a more user-friendly riding experience thanks to a seat that stands only 698 mm above the ground. [more]
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September 06, 2007
Toronto, Ontario. The team at moto123.com spent a day at Deeley Harley-Davidson Canada to test-ride the new 2008 models. Among others, we had the opportunity to try out the XL 1200N Nightster, a new urban-looking bike offering a different riding experience. According to Bill Davidson, Director of Product Development at Harley-Davidson, the Nightster is a motorcycle that captures the essence of the Sportster tradition, which is based on innovation, excitement and versatility since the 1950s. Thanks to a unique design and improvements made to the Sportster family over the last few years, the Nightster promises extraordinary thrills. [more]
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August 21, 2007
In 2008, Milwaukee-based Harley-Davidson will celebrate its 105th anniversary. This prestigious bike builder seems to keep innovating with each passing year. Long considered as a very conservative brand, Harley-Davidson has now become one of the most active companies in the industry. New models replace other new models, and new features are introduced at a frantic pace to improve styling and performance. Bikes like the V-Rod as well as numerous technical advancements on certain models illustrate this trend. [more]
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July 01, 2007
The Dyna family remains closely tied to the brand's philosophy. The various models combine the power of a true American V-twin engine with the styling of the ultra-light FX frame. This amazing recipe offers hardcore custom fanatics exceptional stability and unparalleled handling. [more]
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