The Story of Harley-Davidson

A Tribute to an American Icon
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The Story of Harley-Davidson by John Westlake delves into the iconic motorcycle brand's history, exploring its founding, evolution, and cultural impact. This book takes you on a journey from its early beginnings to its current status as a symbol of freedom and adventure. Alongside compelling narratives, it highlights the brand's influence on travel and adventure motorcycling cultures worldwide.
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You might enjoy this book if you have a passion for motorcycles and a fascination with the iconic American biker culture. It offers an in-depth look at the legacy of the legendary motorcycle brand, blending travel and adventure with rich historical insights.

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The Story of Harley-Davidson

The iconic motorcycle brand is synonymous with myth, adventure and excitement, and its story is no different. A compact exploration of the legendary motorcycle manufacturer.

Combining stunning imagery and astute commentary, The Story of Harley-Davidson follows the illustrious brand through its peaks and troughs, across more than 100 years of revving and stylish cruising.

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The Story of Harley-Davidson is a compact and dynamic exploration of the legendary motorcycle manufacturer. There are few silhouettes on the world's roads as instantly recognisable as that of the Harley-Davidson. The iconic motorcycle brand is synonymous with myth, adventure, and excitement, and its story is no different. From a small Milwaukee machine shop at the start of the 20th century to global renown, The Story of Harley-Davidson charts the turbulent history of the most famous and infamous of the motorbike-making heavyweights. From the Touring to the Softail, the Chopper to their first electric motorbike the LiveWire, Harley-Davidson's relentless innovation and creativity have ensured its place at the pinnacle of the motorcycle industry for more than a century. Though its ascent has never been plain-sailing, Harley has balanced mechanical reliability and power, with delicate developments and restructurings, protecting the idiosyncrasies that have made the brand as popular worldwide as it is today. Combining stunning imagery and astute commentary, The Story of Harley-Davidson follows the illustrious brand through its peaks and troughs, across more than 100 years of revving and stylish cruising.

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781802792942

Publisher: Headline Publishing Group

Format: Hardback

Date Published: 13 October 2022

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Welbeck

Illustration: 120 clr and b&w images

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 18.0mm

Width: 130.0mm

Height: 186.0mm

Weight: 340g

Pages: 160

About the Author

John Westlake is a journalist and former editor of Bike, Ride and Motorcycle News. He has more than 20 years' experience editing specialist titles and has written for dozens of magazines, national newspapers and websites including the Guardian, the Scotsman, Classic Cars and Performance Bikes.

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