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PUT FREEDOM TO THE TEST WITH HARLEY-DAVIDSON RENTALS

Harley-Davidson Authorized Rentals Help Riders Answer Adventure’s Call MILWAUKEE (Feb. 18, 2013) – Every one of the approximately 18.4 million miles of paved roads around the world mile represents an adventure that’s waiting to happen, and as the largest provider of motorcycle rentals in the world, Harley-Davidson Authorized Rentals can provide the ride for those inspired to answer the call.   With 224 Harley-Davidson Authorized Rentals locations in the United States and Canada, 121 international locations in 18 countries, and the largest fleet of late-model Harley-Davidson motorcycles, Harley-Davidson Authorized Rentals last year alone helped fulfill 80,000 dreams over the course…
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HARLEY-DAVIDSON EXPANDS NHRA DRAG RACING SERIES CLASSES

Pro Dragster to Join Top Fuel and Others in New Sportsman Racing Series MILWAUKEE, Wis. (February 18, 2013) – Harley-Davidson Motor Company is pleased to announce that it has worked with NHRA to include the popular nitromethane-burning Pro Dragster class in the newly formed NHRA Harley-Davidson Drag Racing Series.   Pro Dragster joins the previously announced classes that will compete at all 10 rounds of the series: Top Fuel, Pro Gas, Draggin’ Bagger, Street Pro and Hot Street. The NHRA Harley-Davidson Drag Racing Series begins in March at Royal Purple Raceway in Houston.   With quarter-mile elapsed times in the…
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H-D MUSEUM’S UNTOLD STORIES PROGRAM HIGHLIGHTS RACING HISTORY

2013 Factory Racing Motorcycles Will be Unveiled in Milwaukee Feb. 22 Milwaukee, Wis.(February 11, 2013) – Harley-Davidson has a rich history in motorcycle racing and on Friday, February 22, some of today’s top motorcycle racers will be at the Harley-Davidson Museum®. Untold Stories: Built for Speed: The History & Evolution of Harley-Davidson Racing will explore the company’s involvement in the sport, both past and present, from company founder Walter Davidson’s two-day endurance run victory in 1908 to Eddie Krawiec’s dominating 2012 National Hot Rod Association (NHRA) Pro Stock Motorcycle Championship.   Featured guests include: Three-time and defending NHRA Pro Stock…
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HARLEY-DAVIDSON MEN’S BURNING SKULL 3-IN-1 LEATHER JACKET

3-in-1 Styling for Maximum Versatility MILWAUKEE – The new men’s Burning Skull 3-in-1 Leather Jacket (P/N 98062-13VM, starting at $475) from the Harley-Davidson® MotorClothes® line delivers maximum versatility thanks to its 3-in-1 style. The midweight cowhide leather jacket features four zippered air vents for controlled airflow, while pockets at the elbows and shoulders accept accessory body armor for added protection. The action back design and pre-curved sleeves provide optimal riding comfort. Eight available pockets offer exceptional storage capacity for riding essentials. The removable full-sleeve hoodie provides extra warmth with the jacket or can be worn separately. Available in S –…
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HARLEY-DAVIDSON INCREASES AMA PRO FLAT TRACK CONTINGENCY PURSE

Contingency Program Doubles Payouts to $143,000 For 2013 Milwaukee, Wis. (January 29, 2013) – Harley-Davidson Motor Company is pleased to announce that it will double its contingency payouts to racers in the AMA Pro Harley-Davidson Insurance Grand National Twins class from $5,500 to $11,000 per race for the upcoming racing season.   For 2013, Harley-Davidson Motor Company will provide a $143,000 contingency fund for Twins riders competing on Harley-Davidson motorcycles in the series’ thirteen scheduled Twins events. The Twins contingency program will pay out up to $11,000 in contingency per event to the First through Eighth place finishing positions to…
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New Men’s Top Wing Mesh & Textile Jacket From Harley-Davidson

Switch from Allover Mesh Airflow to Wind-and-Waterproof MILWAUKEE – The new men’s Top Wing Mesh & Textile Functional Jacket (P/N 98200-13VM, starting at $195) from the Harley-Davidson® MotorClothes® line is engineered for ultimate versatility. It delivers maximum airflow via its 100 percent polyester allover mesh and 600 denier polyester construction, plus a removable windproof and waterproof polyester liner for cold and rain. Adjustability is built into the sleeves, cuffs and waist tabs, while body pockets at the padded elbows and shoulders accept accessory armor for even greater protection. Four pockets offer ample storage space and 3M™ Scotchlite™ Reflective Material delivers…
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New Women’s Legacy Leather Biker Jacket From Harley-Davidson

Timeless Design Reflects Over 100 Years of Riding Apparel MILWAUKEE – Combining the all-time classic biker-jacket design with modern features, the new women’s Legacy Leather Biker Jacket (P/N 98059-13VW, starting at $350) from the Harley-Davidson® MotorClothes® line celebrates more than 100 years of Harley-Davidson riding apparel. Its midweight vintage abrasion-resistant cowhide leather construction incorporates pre-curved sleeves, action back and padded back waist for maximum riding comfort. Pockets at the elbows and shoulders accept accessory armor for increased protection. Stitching detail on the shoulders, elbows, cuffs and back waist complement embossed graphics for a subtle, classic style. Available in XS –…
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Harley-Davidson Women’s Juneau Functional Jacket

Boldly-Styled and Loaded with Ride-Friendly Features   MILWAUKEE (Nov. 16, 2012) – The new women’s Juneau Functional Jacket  (P/N 98215-13VW, starting at $195) from the Harley-Davidson® MotorClothes® line combines bold styling with ride-friendly features. It’s constructed from waterproof 600 denier polyester that’s lightweight yet comfortably withstands the elements. Zippered vents on the shoulder and back offer custom core-climate control to complement its pre-curved sleeves and adjustable waist tabs. Pockets at the elbows and shoulders accept accessory armor for increased protection, while 3M™ Scotchlite™ Reflective Material delivers enhanced visibility in low light conditions. Available in XS – 3W sizes. The Juneau Functional…
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Harley-Davidson Men’s Rumble Mesh with Leather Accents Jacket

Matching Allover Mesh with Perforated Leather and a Quilted Liner MILWAUKEE  – Accented with perforated leather on the shoulders, sleeves, chest and back, the new men’s Rumble Mesh with Leather Accents Jacket (P/N 98203-13VM, starting at $295) from the Harley-Davidson® MotorClothes® line is a modern twist on traditional mesh jacket construction. The 100 percent polyester allover mesh construction provides maximum airflow yet is bolstered by a removable zip-out, full-sleeve quilted twill liner that battles cooler temperatures. Adjustability is offered via snap sleeve tabs and waist, plus six spacious pockets deliver ample storage space. Its pre-curved sleeves and padded back waist…
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Harley Dealers are a Biker’s Holiday Wish List Headquarters

Receive a Limited Edition 110th Anniversary Tin and Membership with a $300 Purchase MILWAUKEE(November 13, 2012) Harley-Davidson® dealers are the source for one-of-a-kind holiday gifts you won’t find at the mall. Get a head start by visiting the Gift Ideas website to a great selection of leather jackets, touring luggage, and collectibles like the popular Hog Bank. Many Harley-Davidson dealers host special holiday events and offer a wide selection of gifts for any rider, from a huge selection of genuine MotorClothes® apparel to Genuine Motor Parts and Accessories®. Harley-Davidson dealer staff can help with gift suggestions to match any rider…
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Hines Wins at Pomona, Krawiec Earns Third Championship

Harley-Davidson® Screamin’ Eagle® Teams Takes 15th Win of Season at NHRA Finals POMONA, Calif. (November 11, 2012) – The Harley-Davidson® Screamin’ Eagle®/Vance & Hines Pro Stock Motorcycle drag racing team wrapped up a historic season by earning a win and a championship at the 48th annual Automobile Club of Southern California NHRA Finals at Auto Club Raceway. Team rider Andrew Hines rode a Harley-Davidson® V-Rod® to his sixth win of the season, defeating his teammate, Ed Krawiec, in the seventh all-Harley final of the season. The win by Hines caps a season that saw the Harley-Davidson® Screamin’ Eagle®/Vance & Hines…
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HARLEY-DAVIDSON IS PRESENTING SPONSOR OF AMA MOTORCYCLE HALL OF FAME LEGENDS RECOGNITION FOR MERT LAWWILL

PICKERINGTON, Ohio -- Harley-Davidson, whose motorcycles helped write the history of American dirt-track racing, will be the presenting sponsor of the AMA Motorcycle Hall of Fame's Legends recognition for Mert Lawwill. Lawwill, a 1998 inductee, will be honored at the annual Hall of Fame induction ceremony on Friday, Nov. 16, at the Red Rock Casino, Resort & Spa in Las Vegas, Nev. Each year during the induction ceremony for the new class of the AMA Motorcycle Hall of Fame, existing members of the Hall of Fame are recognized as Legends. The 2012 AMA Motorcycle Hall of Fame Legends are Lawwill,…
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HARLEY TEAM CLINCHES NHRA TITLE AS KRAWIEC WINS IN VEGAS

Krawiec Also Wins Rain-Dealyed Reading Final on Saturday LAS VEGAS, Nev. (October 28, 2012) – The Harley-Davidson® Screamin’ Eagle®/Vance & Hines drag racing team clinched the 2012 NHRA Pro Stock Motorcycle championship as rider Ed Krawiec roared to his ninth Pro Stock Motorcycle win of the season and third in a row at the Big O Tires NHRA Nationals at The Strip at Las Vegas Motor Speedway. The defending Pro Stock Motorcycle champion now leads the class by 111 points with one event left on the schedule. Only his teammate Andrew Hines remains in contention for the title. “What a…
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COOLBETH WINS ON FACTORY HARLEY AT POMONA AMA FINALS

Mees Rides a Harley-Davidson to Earn 2012 Grand National Championship POMONA, Calif. (October 14, 2012) – Harley-Davidson® Screamin’ Eagle® Factory Team rider Kenny Coolbeth closed out the AMA Pro Harley-Davidson Insurance Grand National Championship season with a flag-to-flag win at the AMA Pro Flat Track Finals on the Los Angeles County Fairplex half-mile. It was the second win of the season for Coolbeth. Rogers Racing/Blue Springs Harley-Davidson rider Jared Mees finished eighth and claimed his first AMA Grand National championship. Coolbeth and his Harley-Davidson XR750 were fast all night at Pomona, winning a heat race and then leading each of…
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HINES AND HARLEY V-ROD SMASH NHRA PRO STOCK MOTORCYCLE ET RECORD AT READING

Krawiec Holds Points Lead as Rain Postpones All-Harley Final Round READING, Pa. (October 8, 2012) – Harley-Davidson® Screamin’ Eagle®/Vance & Hines rider Andrew Hines set a new national Pro Stock Motorcycle Elapsed Time record of 6.728 seconds at the rain-delayed Auto-Plus NHRA Nationals at Maple Grove Raceway Monday. Hines and his teammate, Ed Krawiec, advanced to the final round of eliminations, but that race was postponed due to more rain, and will be run during the Big O Tires NHRA Nationals in Las Vegas, Oct. 25-28.   Hines broke the class ET record twice on Monday, first with a 6.742-second…
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COOLBETH RIDES FACTORY HARLEY TO 11TH PLACE IN TUCSON

Harley-Davidson Riders Bonsey, Smith and Halbert Fill the Podium   Tucson, Ariz. (October 6, 2012) – Harley-Davidson® Screamin’ Eagle® Factory Team rider Kenny Coolbeth finished in 11th place in the AMA Pro Harley-Davidson Insurance Grand National Championship race on the Tucson International Raceway half-mile. Goodwin Racing Harley-Davidson rider Steven Bonsey led every lap to score the second Grand National victory of his career. Crosley Radio rider Bryan Smith edged South East Harley-Davidson rider Sammy Halbert in a close race for second and third place, as Harley-Davidson riders filled the podium.   The series points leader, Rogers Racing/Blue Springs Harley-Davidson rider…
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