H-D history
1926
The Enthusiast™ features photos submitted by readers from around the world, demonstrating their love for their motorcycle and capturing the Motor Company’s global presence. In the August 1926 issue, the photos are from South Africa, Canada, Netherlands, Czech Republic, and Japan showcasing the popularity of the new Harley-Davidson® single.
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Harley-Davidson’s racing history: Part two
We meet some new rising stars who carry the brand’s success into the 21st century.
Harley-Davidson’s racing history: Part One
Harley-Davidson has long been at the forefront of the pursuit of speed. In this first instalment of a two-part series, we take a decade-by-decade look at some key achievements.
THE BIRTH OF H.O.G.
In 1982, Steve Piehl was just a young man working at Harley-Davidson Motor Company in Milwaukee, US, when he got a tap on his shoulder from his boss asking him to start up a new project – the Harley Owners Group
Turning the pages of history: Alfred R. Child
In the January 1925 edition of The Enthusiast, one A. R. Child is photographed in Japan with his wife and daughter, their Harley-Davidson, and “a bunch of Japanese motorcycle fans”. The brief moment, captured in time forever more, is just a glimpse into the life of a man ploughing a path for Harley-Davidson’s global expansion
SWING TIME
We take a look back at an unusual motorcycle sport, which was growing in international popularity 100 years ago but has since fallen out of the limelight.
BUILDING A MILWAUKEE ICON
We take a look at the evolution of the Motor Company’s famous headquarters, Juneau Avenue.