Know More about Harley Davidson Motorcycles
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Harley Davidson is a very popular and reputed brand available for motor cycles. It is prevalent in United States for more than hundred years. This brand was launched in 1903 and has maintained its popularity from that time. These motorcycles can be used for general purposes, racing and even military use. This brand of motor cycles was started in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. It still remains a popular place for motorcycle lovers from across the globe.

Arthur Davidson and William Harley are the founders of Harley Davidson motorcycles. They made this bike way back in 1903. They made the first bike of this type in a small shed of wood located in Wisconsin. The dealership of this bike was introduced in 1904. Henry Meyer was the first person to buy the bike of this brand in Milwaukee.
These motorcycles were subsequently used in racings and won its first race in 1905. They were commonly featured in racing competitions across United States by 1910. These races included endurance competitions, lap races and hill climbing. Harleys dominated all of them.
In 1917 a large percentage of these motorcycles were bought by military forces in United States. This number increased further in 1918. A large number of motor cycles were used in the First World War and majority of them were from this brand. In 1983 Harley Owners Group was established. It rapidly gained popularity and in year 2000 it had over 500,000 members.
Harley Davidson motorcycles have many new models to its name. A recent one is Harley-Davidson XR1200 having 1200cc engine. The quality provided by these motorcycles will make your ride really a pleasurable experience.
