Harley Davidson History

Harley-Davidson History Timeline

Harley Davidson Panhead Engine1903: Harley-Davidson founded by William Harley and Arthur Davidson. (Read More) 1903: Harley-Davidson Original Model 1 (Read

Harley Davidson Early History

Harley-Davidson Patent Poster William Harley was born in 1880, in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. He was born into a family of gifted

1903 Original Harley-Davidson First Bike Model No. 1®

Model 1 – 1903 Harley Davidson, one of the most renowned motorcycle companies globally, had a humble beginning in 1903

Harley-Davidson History in WWI

The rumble of motorcycles wasn’t just a symbol of American rebellion in the early 20th century. During World War I,

Introduction of the first H-D V-Twin engine

Harley Davidson’s V-twin engine is more than just an engine; it’s a legend that has cemented itself in the annals

Harley-Davidson History 1915 Part 1

Harley-Davidson 1915 Catalog An overview of the Harley-Davidson company in 1915: Founding: Harley-Davidson was founded in 1903 in Milwaukee, Wisconsin,

Harley-Davidson History 1915 Part 2

Here are some key details about the 1915 Harley-Davidson Heavy Duty Single: 1. Engine: The 1915 Heavy Duty Single was

Harley-Davidson History 1915 Part 3

Harley-Davidson Model 11F The specific models and details might vary based on production changes, modifications, and regional variations. The models

Harley-Davidson the Knucklehead Engine Revolution

Harley Davidson Knucklehead How the Harley Davidson Knucklehead Engine Changed Motorcycles In 1936, Harley Davidson roared onto the scene with

Harley-Davidson History in WWII

The Road to Victory: Harley-Davidson in World War II Beyond the iconic image, Harley-Davidson played a crucial role in the

Harley Davidson Panhead Engine

Harley Davidson Panhead Engine Harley-Davidson Panhead Engine: A Legendary Powerplant The Harley-Davidson Panhead engine is an iconic piece of American

Harley Davidson Panhead Engine1903: Harley-Davidson founded by William Harley and Arthur Davidson. (Read More)

1903: Harley-Davidson Original Model 1 (Read More)

1912: Introduction of the first H-D V-Twin engine (Read More)

1915: A big year for Harley-Davidson (Read More)

1917-1918: Harley-Davidson motorcycles in the U.S. military during WWI (Read More)

1929: The Great Depression hits and causes a decline in motorcycle sales for Harley-Davidson

1936: Introduction of the Harley-Davidson Knucklehead engine (Read More)
1941-1945: Production of motorcycles for the U.S. military spikes again during World War II (Read More)
1948: Introduction of the Harley Davidson Panhead engine (Read More)
1952: Introduction of the K model, the first of the Harley-Davidson Sportster line
1965: Introduction of the Electra Glide, the first H-D with electric start
1971: Introduction of the FX Super Glide, considered to be the first factory custom motorcycle
1984: Introduction of the Evolution engine
1991: Introduction of the first Harley-Davidson Softail model
2001: Introduction of the V-Rod, the first Harley-Davidson with a liquid-cooled engine