This comprehensive history of the Harley takes a close look at the world's most famous motorcycle manufacturer, from its humble beginnings in a garden shed in 1903 to the surging popularity of today. More than 250 color and black-and-white photographs of Hogs, Shovels, Panheads, and Softails provide a visual documentary of the bike's transformation over the years, while an absorbing text by motorcycle journalist and Harley enthusiast, Tod Rafferty, follows the fortunes of this fabled marque as it approaches its centenary.
This comprehensive history of the Harley takes a close look at the world's most famous motorcycle manufacturer, from its humble beginnings in a garden shed in 1903 to the surging popularity of today. More than 250 color and black-and-white photographs of Hogs, Shovels, Panheads, and Softails provide a visual documentary of the bike's transformation over the years, while an absorbing text by motorcycle journalist and Harley enthusiast, Tod Rafferty, follows the fortunes of this fabled marque as it approaches its centenary.
An illustrated look back at Harley-Davidson's first century includes a history of the company, profiles of their most significant motorcycles, and a discussion of the company's role in popular culture.
Harley-Davidson motorcycles are true American icons, representing a brand of human expression unrivaled by just about any other vehicle. This impressive, compact volume describes in detail the developmental history and technical specifications of every Harley-Davidson production model from 1918 to present, as well as several custom creations. The book is generously illustrated with fantastic color photography capturing the spirit embodied by the motorcycles.
Over 200 classic motorcycles are presented in this work, from the Harley Davidsons and Indians of America to the Nortons and Triumphs of Britain. With the emphasis on the 1950s and 1960s, each classic is described, and illustrated, in technical detail.
From Marlon Brando to Billy Idol, many 20th-century celebrities wanting to promote a cool, tough image have been photographed astride a Harley Davidson. The book contains landmark models, colourful memorabilia and celebrity pictures.
From 1930 to Today A unique color directory of all the motorcycle models built by the legendary Harley-Davidson Motor Company. Arranged chronologically, this superb reference work features color photographs of immaculately restored vintage and period Harleys and the current inventory.
This coffee-table history offers enthusiasts a fantastic story that spans a half-century while taking care to strike a balance between the the companys involvement in both the European and North American markets. While the emphasis is on the engineering and design the book also features the involvement of some of the biggest names in the history of motorcycle racing.
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