Restored 1933 VLD is One Amazing Vintage Harley

ADVERTISEMENTS ADVERTISEMENTS This is one such motorcycle. This nut-and-bolt correct restored 1933 Harley-Davidson VLD is the stuff of dreams, especially for the winning bidder at Mecum Auction’s 2018 visit to Monterey, California, on the weekend of August 23 through 25. Learn more: Restored 1933 VLD is One Amazing Vintage Harley

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1947 Harley-Davidson Servi-Car Carries Unique Cargo

Once a relatively common sight on America’s roadways, few remain today, and are much sought-after by collectors. This 1947 example will be offered by Mecum Auctions in their upcoming Monterey 2018 sale, which runs from August 23rd through August 25th. Learn more: 1947 Harley-Davidson Servi-Car Carries Unique Cargo ADVERTISEMENTS

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Branch Engineering’s 1969 Harley-Davidson Trouble Shovel Chopper

Johnny built this chopper by hand, including its rigid frame, springer front end, sheet metal, and the front wheel. Working out of his Southern California shop, he turned raw metal into completed parts that are now all metal finished, either nickel- or copper-plated. Full story: Branch Engineering’s 1969 Harley-Davidson Trouble Shovel Chopper

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DA Performance’s Bar-Hopper Harley-Davidson Bagger

DA Performance sure took all the law enforcement out of this 2009 Harley-Davidson cop bike, didn’t it? This isn’t the sort of H-D we’re used to seeing Johnny Law cruising around town on, to be sure. Discover more: DA Performance’s Bar-Hopper Harley-Davidson Bagger

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Reflections On The 78th Annual 2018 Sturgis Motorcycle Rally

Statistically, the South Dakota Department of Transportation reported that traffic at the 2018 rally was up 7.9 percent overall, with a 10-day vehicle count of 505,969, compared to 469,103 in 2017 (the numbers are compiled from traffic counters at nine locations entering Sturgis). But based on my purely subjective seat-of-the-pants observations (I’ve been to the […]

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2013 Harley-Davidson Road Glide With A Sweet Tooth

Custom painters and other artists love to push the envelope with their work. Not just to see what’s possible but just how good they are at what they do. This Harley-Davidson Road Glide from TJ Design is a real exercise in that kind of creative indulgence. Full story: 2013 Harley-Davidson Road Glide With A Sweet […]

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Best Routes in the Mountains

You could divide the country into a bunch of different regions, or even do each of the 50 different states, but for the sake of brevity, each one roughly covers one of the four time zones. This piece will feature the Mountain Time Zone including Montana, Wyoming, Colorado, Utah, New Mexico, Idaho, and Arizona. Learn […]

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Sturgis ‘Passion Built’ Exhibit

While they were/are designed as a mode of transportation and enjoyment, motorcycles have also quickly evolved into art. This is especially true in the world of custom bikes. Where masterful designers churn out mechanical equivalents of paint splattered on canvas. But that art also extends to folks like renowned motorcycle photographer Michael Lichter. Since 1977, […]

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Harley-Davidson Brings Touring To The Dirt With The 2020 Pan America

Planned for release in 2020, the adventure-touring motorcycle breaks new ground for H-D and brings them into a category it has never really occupied, Buell included. In addition to the new adventure bike, it’s also announced production of a 975cc Streetfighter naked sportbike and a 1,250cc custom cruiser for 2020, as well as the debut […]

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Must-Have Motorcycle Gear Security Products

To keep your expensive gear safe from thieves, consider making a nominal investment in security items to fight theft. Even a simple $25 lock can keep your expensive helmet or jacket safe from would-be thieves in search of an easy grab. Stock up on additional items that will keep your belongings secure—the last thing you […]

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