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COOLBETH AND FACTORY HARLEY FINISH EIGHTH AT HAGERSTOWN

Brad Baker Wins His First Grand National Main on a Harley-Davidson XR750 HAGERSTOWN, Md. (July 6, 2013) – Harley-Davidson® Screamin’ Eagle® Factory Team rider Kenny Coolbeth won a heat race and finished eighth in the AMA Pro Flat Track presented by J&P Cycles Grand National Twins main on a hot Saturday night at Hagerstown Speedway. Dodge Brothers Racing rider Brad Baker won the main on a Harley-Davidson XR750 motorcycle to claim the first Grand National victory of his career.   Coolbeth qualified for the main with a close win over Kawasaki rider Jake Shoemaker in the third 10-lap heat race.…
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KRAWIEC RIDES HARLEY-DAVIDSON V-ROD TO SEMI-FINALS AT NORWALK

Defending Champion Breaks Eliminations Drought for Screamin’ Eagle Drag Team NORWALK, Ohio (July 8, 2013) – Harley-Davidson® Screamin’ Eagle®/Vance & Hines rider Ed Krawiec raced a Harley-Davidson® V-Rod® motorcycle to the semi-final elimination round at the Summit Racing Equipment NHRA Nationals at Summit Racing Equipment Motorsports Park, snapping a two-event streak that saw the defending Pro Stock Motorcycle champion eliminated in the first round of competition.   “We had to make some big changes after last week in Chicago, and I think we made some progress and were able to get the new engine more in its zone,” said Krawiec.…
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NATION OF PATRIOTS FLAG TO STOP AT H-D PANAMA CITY BEACH JULY 3

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HINES AND KRAWIEC PUT HARLEY V-RODS IN THE NHRA SHOW AT JOLIET

Screamin’ Eagle Continues to Work Hard to Improve Performance JOLIET, IL – Harley-Davidson® Screamin’ Eagle®/Vance & Hines riders Ed Krawiec and Andrew Hines qualified a pair of Harley-Davidson® V-Rod® motorcycles for the Sunday elimination rounds of the O’Reilly Auto Parts Route 66 NHRA Nationals presented by Super Start Batteries at Route 66 Raceway. Both riders were eliminated in the first round as the team continues to seek performance improvements from its new two-valve V-Twin engine.   “We are trying to maintain the pace of a very competitive field of Pro Stock motorcycles,” said Krawiec, the defending class champion. “We’re still…
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PHIL PETERSON’S 41ST KEY WEST POKER RUN

 Phil Peterson’s Key West Poker Run started some 41 years ago as just an idea to drum up some business during a normally slow time of year for his motorcycle business in Miami and Key West. Phil thought if he had a Poker Run to Key West in August and made an event of it that would do the trick. Phil and a handful of local motorcycle riders, mostly from the Mustang Motorcycle Club decided to try it. The Run started early Saturday morning with sign up at the Miami Store, a ride to Key West hitting five restaurants or…
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HARLEY DAVIDSON ® 110TH ANNIVERSARY ROLLS ON WITH DUNLOP ® TIRES

Dunlop Named as Official Tires of Harley-Davidson 110th Anniversary MILWAUKEE (June 10, 2013) – Harley-Davidson ® is celebrating the passion, freedom and independence of its 110th Anniversary by riding around the world and home to Milwaukee with Dunlop ® as the official tire sponsor of the Company’s global anniversary events.   Dunlop will take a prime position at Harley-Davidson 110th Anniversary upcoming events in Rome, Sturgis and of course, the Milwaukee events over Labor Day weekend 2013. Harley riders will have the chance to speak with Dunlop staff during these events about tire selection and performance.   Both Harley-Davidson and…
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NEW MEN’S FXRG® MODULAR HELMET WITH RETRACTABLE SUN SHIELD FROM HARLEY-DAVIDSON

Engineered for Lightness, Versatility and Protection MILWAUKEE – The new men’s FXRG Modular Helmet with Retractable Sun Shield (P/N 98244-13VM, $525) from the Harley-Davidson® MotorClothes® line is engineered for ultimate comfort, versatility and protection. It’s built from advanced carbon fiber, aramid and fiberglass for strength and light weight, and shaped to be extremely quiet at highway speeds. The One-Touch Integrated tinted Sun Shield deploys or retracts quickly and easily, while the one-touch locking system optimizes modular convenience. Its Cool4Ever™ interior is lightweight, moisture-wicking, odor-free and antibacterial. The helmet weighs 3.55 lbs., meets DOT requirements and is available in XS –…
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COOLBETH TAKES FACTORY HARLEY TO SEVENTH AT STOCKTON

Halbert, Baker and Wiles Fill an All-Harley Podium in AMA Grand National Twins STOCKTON, Calif. (May 11, 2013) – Harley-Davidson® Screamin’ Eagle® Factory Team rider Kenny Coolbeth rebounded from a back-row starting position to finish seventh in the AMA Pro Flat Track presented by J&P Cycles Grand National Twins main on the Stockton 99 Half-Mile track at the San Joaquin County Fairgrounds. The first Grand National Twins event of the season was won by South East Harley rider Sammy Halbert on a Harley-Davidson XR750 motorcycle.   Racing for the first time on the Stockton half-mile, Coolbeth finished sixth in his…
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HARLEY-DAVIDSON FIRST-QUARTER EARNINGS RISE SHARPLY

Earnings Per Share Climb 33.8% to $0.99 MILWAUKEE, April 25, 2013 – Harley-Davidson, Inc. (NYSE: HOG) first-quarter 2013 diluted earnings per share increased 33.8% on higher motorcycle shipments and continued improvement in operating efficiencies, compared to the year-ago period. First-quarter net income was $224.1 million on consolidated revenue of $1.57 billion, compared to net income of $172.0 million in the year-ago period on consolidated revenue of $1.43 billion. First-quarter 2013 diluted earnings per share were $0.99, compared $0.74 in the year-ago quarter. “With our focus on continuous improvement throughout our operations and providing outstanding products and customer experiences, we have…
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AS TICKET PRE-SALE DEADLINE NEARS: HARLEY-DAVIDSON UNVEILS ADDITIONAL MUSICAL ACTS FOR 110TH ANNIVERSARY

60+Bands to Perform During Labor Day Weekend Celebration in Milwaukee MILWAUKEE (April 18, 2013) – The entertainment line-up for the Harley-Davidson 110th Anniversary roars on as 20 new bands have signed on to the existing slate of acts playing in Milwaukee over Labor Day Weekend.   In all, more than 60 bands will take to the Festival Stages of Milwaukee’s Henry Maier Festival Park (Summerfest Grounds) Thursday, Aug. 29, through Sunday, Sept.1, 2013.   Bands added to the Festival Stage schedule include Blackberry Smoke, Yellowcard, Bret Michaels, Cowboy Mouth, Alejandro Escovedo, Chevy Metal, Uncle Lucius, The Delta Saints, JD McPherson,…
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AEROSMITH AND TOBY KEITH JOIN STAR-STUDDED LINEUP FOR HARLEY-DAVIDSON’S 110TH ANNIVERSARY CELEBRATION IN MILWAUKEE

Fans Who Purchase a 110th Anniversary Ticket Package Before April 19 Eligible for Pre-Sale MILWAUKEE (April 11, 2013) – Rock n’ Roll Hall-of-Famer Aerosmith and superstar Toby Keith will join Kid Rock as headline performers for Harley-Davidson’s 110th Anniversary Celebration in Milwaukee over Labor Day weekend.   Keith will perform Thursday, Aug. 29; Aerosmith will take the stage Friday, Aug. 30; and Kid Rock will round out the epic weekend of music Saturday, Aug. 31. Each headline concert is at the Marcus Amphitheater, located on the south end ofMilwaukee’sHenryMaierFestivalPark(Summerfest Grounds).   “The variety of entertainment we’re bringing to Milwaukeefor the…
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HARLEY-DAVIDSON AND UFC® REUNITE FOR EPIC 2013

One Fan To Win Motorcycle and VIP Experience at the Harley-Davidson Hometown Throwdown During Harley’s 110th Anniversary Celebration and UFC 164 in Milwaukee   MILWAUKEE (March 20, 2013) – To celebrate 110 years of freedom, Harley-Davidson Motor Company is riding again with the Ultimate Fighting Championship®.   The UFC and Harley-Davidson first teamed up five years ago to forge a unique partnership between these two all-American heavyweight brands.   “It’s been an amazing ride with the UFC,” said Dino Bernacchi, Harley-Davidson Marketing Communications Director. “In this – Harley-Davidson’s 110th Anniversary year – we’re upping the ante and putting one lucky…
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NEW HARLEY V-ROD® DRAG BIKES GO GREAT AT GAINESVILLE

Hines and Krawiec Each Qualify and Win One Round in Debut of New Engine MILWAUKEE (March 18, 2013) – The Harley-Davidson® Screamin’ Eagle®/Vance & Hines drag racing team successfully debuted its new Harley-Davidson® V-Rod® motorcycles at the 44th annual Amalie Oil NHRA Gatornationals at Auto-Plus Raceway. Aboard V-Rod motorcycles painted to celebrate the Harley-Davidson 110th Anniversary, riders Ed Krawiec and Andrew Hines qualified for Pro Stock Motorcycle eliminations, and each rider won in the first round on Sunday.   The Gatornationals was the first Pro Stock Motorcycle event of the 2013 NHRA Mello Yello Drag Racing Series, and the first…
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NEW MEN’S MILESTONE FUNCTIONAL JACKET FROM HARLEY-DAVIDSON

Achieve Superior Climate Control from 11 Zippered Vents MILWAUKEE  – Engineered with 11 zippered air vents and made from water-resistant 660 denier polyester, the new men’s Milestone Functional Jacket (P/N 97334-13VM, starting at $195) from the Harley-Davidson® MotorClothes® line delivers superior climate-control for maximum riding comfort. The system includes two front vertical, two chest, two shoulder, two sleeve and three back exit vents. They’re matched by pre-curved sleeves, adjustable waist tabs and five zippered storage pockets for additional comfort and convenience. For added peace of mind it comes with body armor pockets at the elbows and shoulders and the optimal reflectivity…
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HARLEY SCREAMIN’ EAGLE® DRAG TEAM GEARED UP FOR GAINESVILLE

Defending Champions to Race V-Rod® Motorcycles in 110th Anniversary Colors MILWAUKEE (March 12, 2013) – The defending national champion Harley-Davidson® Screamin’ Eagle®/Vance & Hines Pro Stock Motorcycle drag racing team will open a season celebrating the Harley-Davidson 110th Anniversary at the 44th annual Amalie Oil NHRA Gatornationals at Auto-Plus Raceway at Gainesville, Fla., March 14-17. The event is the first for Pro Stock Motorcycles on the 2013 NHRA Mello Yello Drag Racing Series schedule.   Both of the team’s Harley-Davidson® V-Rod® motorcycles will wear special livery inspired by the Limited Edition 110th Anniversary Harley-Davidson motorcycles through the end of the…
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THE NEW HARLEY-DAVIDSON® BREAKOUT® BELONGS TO THE STREET

Aggressive Styling and Gritty Attitude from a Premium Softail® Chopper MILWAUKEE (March 8, 2013) – The 2013 Harley-Davidson® Breakout® motorcycle is an urban prowler, a bike ready for a midnight ramble to the roadhouse or a rib joint rendezvous with the crew. Green light? Crack the throttle to deliver a muscular dose of American V-Twin torque and etch the asphalt with a fat rear tire. The Breakout will be long gone, along with its rider’s inhibitions.   With authentic swagger that turns heads in traffic and a proud stance certain to draw a curb-side crowd on bike night, the Breakout is…
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