H-D history
1926
The Enthusiast<sup® has featured photos submitted by readers demonstrating their love for their motorcycle and captured Harley-Davidson® global presence. In the August 1926 issue, the photos are from South Africa, Canada, Netherlands, Czechoslovakia (now Czech Republic), and Japan showcasing the popularity of the new single.
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Motorcycle marathon
Two California riders faced impassable roads, alligators, and even a revolution on their ambitious 1948 journey to Brazil
From factories past to Harley-Davidson® present
A look at early H-D® photography practices through images and text from the archives
Testing the Topper
A 1959 article in The Enthusiast demonstrated the prowess of the only motor scooter that Harley-Davidson has ever produced
DESTINATION: MILWAUKEE
Back in 1928, South African mechanic Louis Chanquin was one of many enthusiasts travelling from across the world to train in Milwaukee.
SMALL FINS, BIG PURPOSE
The humble voltage regulator may be often overlooked, but this inconspicuous piece of kit has a lot of history behind it.
EVOLUTION OF THE CLUTCH
Our resident tech expert takes a closer look at another vital part of your bike – this time, the clutch.
SETTING SAIL IN A SIDECAR
Back in 1921, a pair of wildlife photographers took ingenious measures when they found themselves stranded on a motorcycle trip – as documented in The Enthusiast™.