Tony Schumacher, Robert Hight, and Chip Ellis held on to their No. 1 qualifying positions Saturday at the ACDelco Las Vegas NHRA Nationals, each earning eight vital points in their quests for NHRA POWERade Series world championship titles, while Countdown contender Dave Connolly usurped Justin Humphreys to keep his historic momentum going in Pro Stock.
Local favorite Rod Fuller also made headlines, earning his first $100,000 winner’s share of the Technicoat Top Fuel Shootout after a runner-up finish last season.
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Sunday, October 28, 2007
One Dead In Motorcycle Accident On I-10
Derrell L. Stone, 47, was on a Harley Davidson traveling westbound on I-10. Another car was slowing for traffic ahead of him. The Florida Highway Patrol said Stone did not see the car slow down and he collided with the rear of car.
Stone was ejected from the motorcycle. He died on scene. FHP said he was not wearing a helmet.
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Stone was ejected from the motorcycle. He died on scene. FHP said he was not wearing a helmet.
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Top Drivers Hold On to No. 1 Spots in Las Vegas
Tony Schumacher, Robert Hight, and Chip Ellis held on to their No. 1 qualifying positions Saturday at the ACDelco Las Vegas NHRA Nationals, each earning eight vital points in their quests for NHRA POWERade Series world championship titles, while Countdown contender Dave Connolly usurped Justin Humphreys to keep his historic momentum going in Pro Stock.
Local favorite Rod Fuller also made headlines, earning his first $100,000 winner’s share of the Technicoat Top Fuel Shootout after a runner-up finish last season.
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Local favorite Rod Fuller also made headlines, earning his first $100,000 winner’s share of the Technicoat Top Fuel Shootout after a runner-up finish last season.
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Friday, October 26, 2007
Regions Bank to celebrate new branch opening with block party in E. Naples
Regions Bank will celebrate the opening of its new Naples Lakes branch Saturday with its signature neighborhood-style block party from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. in East Naples.
The grand opening celebration includes free lunch from Great American hot dogs, popcorn and ice cream, a giant slide and bounce house, face painting for the kids, free piggy banks, chances to play games for cash prizes and discounts at neighborhood stores. The new branch is located at 8340 Sierra Meadows Blvd., off Collier Boulevard across from the new Physicians Regional Medical Center.
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The grand opening celebration includes free lunch from Great American hot dogs, popcorn and ice cream, a giant slide and bounce house, face painting for the kids, free piggy banks, chances to play games for cash prizes and discounts at neighborhood stores. The new branch is located at 8340 Sierra Meadows Blvd., off Collier Boulevard across from the new Physicians Regional Medical Center.
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Harley gets in for its chop
The iconic American bike manufacturer is sick of watching the custom bike houses take their products and convert them into chopped works of art for customers.
Now Harley-Davidson has finally delivered their own chopper straight off the factory floor with full warranty, proven engineering and a much lower price tag than a custom bike.
The Rocker and Rocker C models arrive in Australia early next year.
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HARLEY'S XMAS GIFTS
With the festive season fast approaching, Harley-Davidson has released a selection of Holiday clothing and gifts to fill everyone’s Christmas stocking. It includes leather jackets, functional and casual outerwear, and collectible items. The new range is available in authorised Harley-Davidson UK and Eire dealerships now.
For men, Harley-Davidson has introduced the retro Beacon Leather Jacket with underarm venting, zippered cuffs and red piping detail throughout. Another introduction is the Kinsman Leather Jacket, with padding, removable quilted vest liner and body armour pockets - the perfect jacket to wear in winter.
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For men, Harley-Davidson has introduced the retro Beacon Leather Jacket with underarm venting, zippered cuffs and red piping detail throughout. Another introduction is the Kinsman Leather Jacket, with padding, removable quilted vest liner and body armour pockets - the perfect jacket to wear in winter.
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Manheim Hosts Record-breaking Sale for Harley-Davidson Financial Services
Harley-Davidson Financial Services To Offer More Units at Manheim
Indianapolis
ATLANTA - Manheim Daytona Beach sold all of the units offered by
Harley-Davidson Financial Services on Oct. 12 at its first Biketoberfest
Motorcycle Auction, the auction's largest motorcycle sale to date.
"We could not have asked for better results from Manheim Daytona Beach,"
said Dave Woods, remarketing manager for Harley-Davidson Financial
Services. "The team at Manheim Daytona Beach was great to work with, and
we look forward to working with Manheim again at upcoming sales."
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Indianapolis
ATLANTA - Manheim Daytona Beach sold all of the units offered by
Harley-Davidson Financial Services on Oct. 12 at its first Biketoberfest
Motorcycle Auction, the auction's largest motorcycle sale to date.
"We could not have asked for better results from Manheim Daytona Beach,"
said Dave Woods, remarketing manager for Harley-Davidson Financial
Services. "The team at Manheim Daytona Beach was great to work with, and
we look forward to working with Manheim again at upcoming sales."
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The Harley-Davidson Reader
The concept is original. This book publishes the old and recent writings on Harley-Davidson and its unique mystique. Writers are professionals and personalities that are part of the legend, from Hunter S. Thompson to Sonny Barger. They are the tales of the company birth, the rise of the biker outlaw legend, and the modern-day revival of choppers, bobbers, and retro rides. This book is punctuated with classic images from vintage motorcycling photos, racing posters, pictures from biker LPs, biker movies etc. This book chronicles the Motor Company long ride into modern-day legend.
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Harley-Davidson Nikolaus-Party 2007
Die Motor Company aus Milwaukee wird 105 Jahre jung und Erik Buell feiert das 25-jährige Bestehen jener Motorradmarke, die seinen Namen trägt. Am zweiten Adventwochenende sind alle Motorradenthusiasten eingeladen, beim Duft von Zimt und Nelken, Kardamom und Orangen mitzufeiern, denn am 8. Dezember 2007 findet bei allen Harley-Davidson und Buell Vertragshändlern die ultimative Nikolaus-Party 2007 statt.
Hier trifft man bei guter Musik und einer Tasse Glühwein jede Menge netter Menschen, die eine große Leidenschaft für starke amerikanische Motorräder verbindet. Bei Plätzchen, Lebkuchen oder Christstollen tauscht man die Geschichten der zu Ende gegangenen Motorradsaison aus und schmiedet gemeinsam Pläne für das kommende Jahr.
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Wedding: Harley Davidson Wedding Packages
Las Vegas is definitely a city where anything goes when it comes to getting married. So if you are looking to have a Las Vegas Wedding, Harley Davidson Style, Las Vegas is can certainly offer up a couple of great options for you. The Riviera Hotel Wedding Chapel and the Viva Las Vegas Wedding Chapel both provide unique wedding packages with a Harley Davidson theme to them. At the Riviera Hotels Wedding Chapel, the Harley Davidson Wedding Package offers the rare opportunity to say your vows at the Harley Davidson Caf which is located right on the Las Vegas Strip. Besides a wedding at the Caf, this wedding package also includes a photography package, themed bridal bouquet
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Thursday, October 25, 2007
Harley-Davidson (HOG) NewsBite - Harley-Davidson Rises on Upgrade
Harley-Davidson Inc. (HOG) opened at 49.62. So far today, the stock has hit a low of 48.94 and a high of 50.12. HOG is now trading at 49.61, up 0.39 (0.79%). The stock hit its 52 week high of 75.87 in November and set its 52 week low of 45.67 in October. The stock has been generally lower for the past year. Shares of Harley-Davidson have been trading higher in today's action after a Lehman Brothers analyst lifted his rating on the stock to "Equal-weight" from "Underweight." Technical indicators for the stock are bearish but slightly improving while S&P gives HOG a negative 2 STARS (out of 5) sell rating. If you’re looking for a hedged play on this stock, consider a December bull-put credit spread below the $42.50 range.
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Motorcyclist injured in crash in Middle Township charged with drunken driving
A Dennis Township man was seriously injured Tuesday night when he crashed his motorcycle on Route 47 in Goshen, township police said.
Police charged Frank W. Jenkins, 59, of Dennisville, with driving while intoxicated in the accident.
Police said Jenkins was heading north on Route 47 when he lost control of his Harley Davidson around a curve and crashed into the woods. Jenkins was flown by helicopter to AtlantiCare Regional Medical Center's Trauma Unit. He was listed in serious condition Wednesday afternoon.
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Police charged Frank W. Jenkins, 59, of Dennisville, with driving while intoxicated in the accident.
Police said Jenkins was heading north on Route 47 when he lost control of his Harley Davidson around a curve and crashed into the woods. Jenkins was flown by helicopter to AtlantiCare Regional Medical Center's Trauma Unit. He was listed in serious condition Wednesday afternoon.
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Harley-Davidson wins award
Harley-Davidson of Montgomery was awarded the company's 2007 model year Silver Bar & Shield Circle of Excellence Award for the fifth consecutive year.
Harley-Davidson of Montgomery earned the award based upon their outstanding quality levels in motorcycle and related product sales, an evaluation of customer service and satisfaction, their facility, skilled and well-trained staff and various operational measures.
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Harley-Davidson of Montgomery earned the award based upon their outstanding quality levels in motorcycle and related product sales, an evaluation of customer service and satisfaction, their facility, skilled and well-trained staff and various operational measures.
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Analyst upgrades: MOT, PCAR, PSUN, TLB and RNOW
Motorola, Paccar, Pacific Sunwear, Talbots and RightNow Tech were today's noteworthy upgrades:
Oppenheimer upgraded shares of Motorola Inc. (NYSE: MOT) to Buy from Neutral on valuation, and is positive on the company's free cash flow generation.
Wachovia raised Paccar Inc. (NASDAQ: PCAR) estimates to Market Perform from Underperform based on better-than-expected European performance.
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Oppenheimer upgraded shares of Motorola Inc. (NYSE: MOT) to Buy from Neutral on valuation, and is positive on the company's free cash flow generation.
Wachovia raised Paccar Inc. (NASDAQ: PCAR) estimates to Market Perform from Underperform based on better-than-expected European performance.
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Harley-Davidson Third Quarter Earnings Call
The motorcycle manufacturer reported revenue decrease of 6% to $1.54 billion, almost in line with analysts’ expectations of $1.52 billion. Results were disappointing but not unexpected. The company knew in September that sales were slowing and expects a challenging environment next year. Harley repurchased 9.7 million shares of stock, at a cost of $509 million. For 2007, Harley expects to ship between 328,000 and 332,000 motorcycles, down from 349,196 in 2006.
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Harley-Davidson rally this weekend
Motorcycling enthusiasts are expected to roll into the city this weekend for a Harley-Davidson owners’ rally featuring music and fundraisers.
The Twistin’ The Wick event begins Thursday and will include a three-day weekend packed with poker runs, a pig roast, artwork from Harley-Davidson artist Scott Jacobs, and a mobile veterans unit.
The event will take place at Space Coast Harley-Davidson location at 1440 Executive Circle, Palm Bay, Cocoa Beach Harley-Davidson at 3688 North Atlantic Avenue and the Pineda Harley-Davidson on U.S. 1 in Melbourne.
There will also be shows featuring a number of biker bands from Brevard.
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The Twistin’ The Wick event begins Thursday and will include a three-day weekend packed with poker runs, a pig roast, artwork from Harley-Davidson artist Scott Jacobs, and a mobile veterans unit.
The event will take place at Space Coast Harley-Davidson location at 1440 Executive Circle, Palm Bay, Cocoa Beach Harley-Davidson at 3688 North Atlantic Avenue and the Pineda Harley-Davidson on U.S. 1 in Melbourne.
There will also be shows featuring a number of biker bands from Brevard.
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Wednesday, October 24, 2007
Local Harley-Davidson dealership recognized
Cajun Harley-Davidson in Scott was awarded the company’s 2007 model year Bronze Bar & Shield Circle of Achievement Award, according to a company press release today.
“One of the primary reasons the Harley-Davidson brand has such tremendous customer loyalty is because of the efforts of dealers such as Adam Hebert," said Bill Dennehl, Harley-Davidson’s vice president of North American Sales and Dealer Services in the release.
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“One of the primary reasons the Harley-Davidson brand has such tremendous customer loyalty is because of the efforts of dealers such as Adam Hebert," said Bill Dennehl, Harley-Davidson’s vice president of North American Sales and Dealer Services in the release.
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Harley Davidson: Wait 'Til Next Year
We would expect Harley Davidson (HOG) shares to trade sideways over the next six to nine months, as investors re-assess the long-term growth potential of Harley Davidson. After reaching highs in November 2006, the shares are down significantly to the current $47-level. In turn, the valuation is very compelling at 12x forward EPS (forward EPS are estimated to be around $3.90) and a discount to the S&P 500 and other strong branded companies, especially considering the company’s dominant brand and market share, dividend, strong balance sheet with no operating debt, and ongoing share repurchases.
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Jeweler Sandberg & Sikorski and the Army & Air Force Exchange Service (AAFES) are partnering to give military shoppers an exclusive opportunity to “chew up the horizon” with a 2008 Harley-Davidson 1200N Nightster. Popular for its unique design and low seat, the Nightster is one of Harley-Davidson’s newest additions to the Sportster family.
“Diamonds and Harleys may not seem to have a lot in common, but both categories offer terrific examples of how AAFES is actively supporting military Families,” said AAFES’ Chief of Communications Lt. Col. Dean Thurmond.
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“Diamonds and Harleys may not seem to have a lot in common, but both categories offer terrific examples of how AAFES is actively supporting military Families,” said AAFES’ Chief of Communications Lt. Col. Dean Thurmond.
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suzuki biplane pities harley-davidson
The Tokyo Auto Show is bringing us some wicked concepts, including this Suzuki Biplane motorcycle. Inspired by the classic biplane first introduced by the Wright Brothers, we're a bit confused exactly where the twin stacked wings fitwithin this redesign, but who knows, maybe Suzuki has made motorcycles fly. Not to mention, there's about a 50/50 chance that you could instantly turn into a super hero when sitting on this bike...which counts for something. Hit the jump for a big pic, or the link for a full gallery.
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Tuesday, October 23, 2007
harley-davidson reports third-quarter financial results
Revenue for the quarter was $1.54 billion compared to $1.64 billion in the year ago quarter, a 5.8 percent decrease. Net income for the quarter was $265.0 million compared to $312.7 million, a decrease of 15.3 percent versus the third quarter of 2006. Third quarter diluted earnings per share were $1.07, a 10.8 percent decrease compared to last year’s $1.20. During the third quarter the Company repurchased $509 million of its common stock.
“Harley-Davidson’s third quarter financial results are disappointing but not unexpected. In early September, we announced that we would reduce planned motorcycle shipments for the rest of 2007, and our results for the quarter are consistent with the Company’s revised guidance,” said Jim Ziemer, Chief Executive Officer of Harley-Davidson.
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“Harley-Davidson’s third quarter financial results are disappointing but not unexpected. In early September, we announced that we would reduce planned motorcycle shipments for the rest of 2007, and our results for the quarter are consistent with the Company’s revised guidance,” said Jim Ziemer, Chief Executive Officer of Harley-Davidson.
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Capel Announces Winners of Harley Giveaway
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Richard and Diana Apgar of Middletown, Ohio, were winners of a Harley-Davidson Sportster XL 1200c motorcycle given away earlier this month at High Point Market by rug vendor Capel. The giveaway was part of Capel’s 90th Anniversary celebration this year.
The bike was on display at the Capel Showroom for the week of High Point market, and the raffle was open to all Capel showroom visitors from Sept. 30 to the afternoon of Oct. 5.
The Apgars both work for Interiors by Decorating Den, Diana as an interior designer, and Richard as an installer. Diana has used Capel rugs in many of her “Dream Room” contest photographs, as well as for Decorating Den advertisements and promotions.
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Richard and Diana Apgar of Middletown, Ohio, were winners of a Harley-Davidson Sportster XL 1200c motorcycle given away earlier this month at High Point Market by rug vendor Capel. The giveaway was part of Capel’s 90th Anniversary celebration this year.
The bike was on display at the Capel Showroom for the week of High Point market, and the raffle was open to all Capel showroom visitors from Sept. 30 to the afternoon of Oct. 5.
The Apgars both work for Interiors by Decorating Den, Diana as an interior designer, and Richard as an installer. Diana has used Capel rugs in many of her “Dream Room” contest photographs, as well as for Decorating Den advertisements and promotions.
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Buying Harley Stock: Born To Be Wild?
I've initiated a position in Harley-Davidson. This is the first time I've owned this company, though I've watched it for years. As usual, there are near-term issues weighing on the stock, but I am happy to wait for their resolution.
I will have additional analysis in future posts, but this purchase is again about buying an amazing company on the cheap. As Morningstar notes in their analysis, how many companies do you know where its consumers are so loyal that they tattoo the company's logo on themselves (Nike is the only other I can think of)?
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I will have additional analysis in future posts, but this purchase is again about buying an amazing company on the cheap. As Morningstar notes in their analysis, how many companies do you know where its consumers are so loyal that they tattoo the company's logo on themselves (Nike is the only other I can think of)?
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DeBary woman dies -- bike fest's lone fatality
The 52-year-old DeBary woman who was badly burned after her 1993 Harley-Davidson crashed Sunday has become the sole fatality during this year's Biketoberfest in Daytona Beach.
Law-enforcement officials said they almost got through the four-day motorcycle rally without anyone losing their lives a year after six people died in bike crashes -- the most in as many years.
Kriste Waters, a single mother of two teenage girls, smashed her glittery-blue bike into an oncoming car about 12:45 a.m. on the last day. She died at Orlando Regional Medical Center at 2:20 p.m., officials said.
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Law-enforcement officials said they almost got through the four-day motorcycle rally without anyone losing their lives a year after six people died in bike crashes -- the most in as many years.
Kriste Waters, a single mother of two teenage girls, smashed her glittery-blue bike into an oncoming car about 12:45 a.m. on the last day. She died at Orlando Regional Medical Center at 2:20 p.m., officials said.
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NEC Show Hosts First UK Unveiling Of 08 Harley & Buell Models
Motorcycle giants Harley-Davidson® and Buell today announced they will be unveiling their stunning line-up of brand new 2008 models at the re-launched International Motorcycle and Scooter Show, in what will be their first appearance in the UK. The exciting range of Harley-Davidson and Buell bikes set to grace the halls of the NEC from 23rd November – 2nd December will include the Harley-Davidson Rocker™, Fat Bob®, XR1200™ and Nightster™ along with the revolutionary Buell 1125R, and will add to an already impressive line-up of big name manufacturer UK bike launches.
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Thinking about Harley-Davidson (HOG)? You got time
Harley-Davidson Inc. (NYSE:HOG) released Q3 results last Friday (10/19) and said it expects its current "weakness" to persist into 2008. Shares of Harley have been treading water since announcing Q3 profit fell 15.3% due to weak sales of its motorcycles, so what's next?
Harley's Q3 07 U.S. Net income totaled $265 million, or $1.07 per share, compared with a profit of $312.7 million, or $1.20 per share, a year ago. Revenue dropped 5.8% to $1.54 billion from $1.64 billion last year. Worldwide retail sales of Harley-Davidson motorcycles were flat in the quarter, down 0.2 percent and shipments were down 10.8% to 86,535 units. Domestically, sales were down 2.5%, while the overall U.S. heavyweight market fell 4.4%. International sales were up 8.8%.
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Harley's Q3 07 U.S. Net income totaled $265 million, or $1.07 per share, compared with a profit of $312.7 million, or $1.20 per share, a year ago. Revenue dropped 5.8% to $1.54 billion from $1.64 billion last year. Worldwide retail sales of Harley-Davidson motorcycles were flat in the quarter, down 0.2 percent and shipments were down 10.8% to 86,535 units. Domestically, sales were down 2.5%, while the overall U.S. heavyweight market fell 4.4%. International sales were up 8.8%.
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Harley Davidson to unveil new models at NEC Show
HARLEY DAVIDSON and sister company Buell today announced they will be unveiling their line-up of brand new 2008 models at the International Motorcycle and Scooter Show, in their first appearance in the UK.
The range of Harley-Davidson and Buell bikes will appear at the NEC from 23rd November - 2nd December will include the Harley-Davidson Rocker, Fat Bob, XR1200 and Nightster along with the revolutionary Buell 1125R.
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Monday, October 22, 2007
Garage parties, smaller cycles aimed at luring women riders
At a recent convention of Harley-Davidson dealers here, Delia Passi, a marketing consultant, was sharing the finer points of selling to women with her audience of about 150, many of whom wore boots, jeans, and tattoos. One wore a T-shirt that read, "Born to Party, Forced to Work."
Neatly groomed hair is a good start, she said. Always maintain eye contact. Keep those handshakes firm, but not too firm. Clean the bathrooms. Set up a play area for children. And don't forget the little things that can help draw in passers-by. "Put a plant out there to say you are female-friendly," she said.
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Harley-Davidson hits a pothole
You certainly wouldn't know it from cruising local highways this weekend, but Harley-Davidson Inc.'s profits have been going up in smoke.
The company -- the preeminent American motorcycle manufacturer -- reported a 15.3 percent drop in profit in the latest quarter. And the company warned next year looks like rough riding, too.
Rising oil prices and a crumbling housing market are squeezing U.S. consumers, so they're being cautious about spending, Harley's chief executive, Jim Ziemer, said in an interview with the Associated Press.
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The company -- the preeminent American motorcycle manufacturer -- reported a 15.3 percent drop in profit in the latest quarter. And the company warned next year looks like rough riding, too.
Rising oil prices and a crumbling housing market are squeezing U.S. consumers, so they're being cautious about spending, Harley's chief executive, Jim Ziemer, said in an interview with the Associated Press.
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For Sale: 2007 Harley Davidson Sportster Nightster "Custom"
I am selling a 2007 HD Sportster Nightster which I has some customized items.
Purchased: 6/8/07,Color: Vivid Black, Serial#1HD1CZ3447K459432, Miles:1789.
This bike comes with the listed accessories:
Vance&Hines Shortshot Staggered Chrome Exhaust
Lo-Ball Z-Bars-Black Powdercoated HandleBars
Arlen Ness Alt. Four-Point Mirror, Black Mirrors
10" Harley Short Shocks Black
Smoked lens on signal and rear lights
HD Billet Footpegs
Wille G: Skull Hand Grips, Skull Derby Cover, and Gas Cap
HD 1200 Black Air Cleaner
Upgrade Fuel Injection Service
Hi Flow Intake Service
Maltese Cross Fork Bag
Bike Cover
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Purchased: 6/8/07,Color: Vivid Black, Serial#1HD1CZ3447K459432, Miles:1789.
This bike comes with the listed accessories:
Vance&Hines Shortshot Staggered Chrome Exhaust
Lo-Ball Z-Bars-Black Powdercoated HandleBars
Arlen Ness Alt. Four-Point Mirror, Black Mirrors
10" Harley Short Shocks Black
Smoked lens on signal and rear lights
HD Billet Footpegs
Wille G: Skull Hand Grips, Skull Derby Cover, and Gas Cap
HD 1200 Black Air Cleaner
Upgrade Fuel Injection Service
Hi Flow Intake Service
Maltese Cross Fork Bag
Bike Cover
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Harley Davidson Sportster Cafe Racer by Hogbitz
This year has seen the emergence of a new style in the custom bike scene with both Fred Krugger and Roger Goldammer building café racer inspired, Harley engined bikes, however, there is now a more affordable option for those who want the café racer look with Harley power. Hogbitz, in Chigwell Essex, England are now building Sportster based café racers.
The man behind the builds, Brian Udall, takes low mileage Sportsters and rebuilds them to resemble classic Tritons. The stock frame and forks are retained, to keep the cost down, the main changes are to the bodywork. The tank is swapped for a distinctive, hand beaten alloy unit and a new rear fender is fitted.
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Motorcyclist killed in crash with trailer
A motorcyclist was killed yesterday when his bike collided with a farm wagon being pulled by a pickup on State Rt. 114, west of State Rt. 49, in southwestern Paulding County, the Ohio Highway Patrol said.
John P. Phipps, 51, of Paulding County's Benton Township, who was thrown from the motorcycle and was not wearing a helmet, was pronounced dead at the scene, troopers at the patrol's Van Wert post said.
Mr. Phipps, who owns Country Times Market gas station and convenience store in Antwerp, Ohio, was westbound on Route 114, south of Payne in Benton Township, just after noon, riding behind the pickup pulling a wagon full of seed wheat, troopers said.
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John P. Phipps, 51, of Paulding County's Benton Township, who was thrown from the motorcycle and was not wearing a helmet, was pronounced dead at the scene, troopers at the patrol's Van Wert post said.
Mr. Phipps, who owns Country Times Market gas station and convenience store in Antwerp, Ohio, was westbound on Route 114, south of Payne in Benton Township, just after noon, riding behind the pickup pulling a wagon full of seed wheat, troopers said.
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Updated: Captain's death stuns Sheriff's Department
A shaken Chief Deputy Sheriff Kelly Stephens walked out of the Missouri State Highway Patrol's satellite office south of Carthage and looked to the western horizon where sunbeams shone brightly through the heavy cloud cover.
Stephens may have been looking for some kind of sign that things would be okay in the wake of the death Sunday of his friend and co-worker, Jasper County Sheriff's Capt. Jerry Gilbert, and maybe he got it.
"Wow, that right there speaks loudly," Stephens said with a smile as he paused to look at the horizon.
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Saturday, October 20, 2007
Harley rides a hard road
Facing sluggish consumer spending and doubts about the economy, Harley-Davidson executives say they're expecting a difficult finish to the year and further challenges in 2008.Friday, Harley said its third-quarter U.S. motorcycle sales were down 2.5% from a year ago while the U.S. heavyweight motorcycle market fell 4.4% overall. Harley's overseas sales were up 8.8%, partly fueled by a weak U.S. dollar.
The company had anticipated that domestic sales would be sluggish, so it cut bike shipments and earnings expectations in September.
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The company had anticipated that domestic sales would be sluggish, so it cut bike shipments and earnings expectations in September.
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Breaking News
GARAGE SALES 606 E. Livingston Sat. 8am to Noon Sun. Noon to 2pm Little girls clothes 12mo to 3T, boys 2T on up., mens and womens clothing, small entertainment center, in-table, VCR and small TV. A lot of Misc.
GARAGE SALES 26 Metz Lane Fairbury Fri 4pm-7pm Sat 8am 1pm Clothing: Newborn-Adult Bike, Firepit, TV Stand, Movies, Lots of Misc.
GARAGE SALES 307 W. Cleary Friday Oct. 19 9:00am-2:00pm Saturday Oct. 20 9:00am-3:00pm Children to Adult clothing, knick knacks, and much misc.
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GARAGE SALES 26 Metz Lane Fairbury Fri 4pm-7pm Sat 8am 1pm Clothing: Newborn-Adult Bike, Firepit, TV Stand, Movies, Lots of Misc.
GARAGE SALES 307 W. Cleary Friday Oct. 19 9:00am-2:00pm Saturday Oct. 20 9:00am-3:00pm Children to Adult clothing, knick knacks, and much misc.
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2003 Harley-Davidson : Sportster
YOU ARE LOOKING AT A 100TH ANNIVERSARY XLH1200 SPORTSTER WITH A CUSTOM PAINT JOB. ITS YELLOW WITH METALLIC PURPLE FLAMES, AND HAS ONLY 4639 ORIGINAL MILES. ITS POWERED BY A 1200CC MOTOR, AND 5 SPEED TRANSMISSION. THE BIKE HAS A FEW EXTRAS IN ADDITION TO THE CUSTOM PAINT. THE TIRES ARE BOTH IN VERY GOOD CONDITION, AS IS THE PAINT, CHROME, AND ALUMINUM. THERE ARE A COUPLE OF SMALL CHIPS IN THE PAINT ON THE FRAME. THEY ARE JUST ROCK CHIPS ON THE FRONT..BIKE JUST HAS NORMAL WEAR AND TEAR, BUT IS OVERALL IN EXCELLENT CONDITION..
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NEWS : Harley-Davidson 3Q Profit Falls 15.3 Pct
A continued sluggish U.S. market for motorcycles pushed Harley-Davidson Inc.'s third-quarter profit down 15.3 percent, and the motorcycle maker said it expects next year to be difficult, too.
Domestic buyers are seeing oil prices rising and the home market crumbling, so they're being cautious about spending, even when it comes to the iconic brand's bikes, Chief Executive Jim Ziemer said in an interview.
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Domestic buyers are seeing oil prices rising and the home market crumbling, so they're being cautious about spending, even when it comes to the iconic brand's bikes, Chief Executive Jim Ziemer said in an interview.
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Harley Davidson Store Experience
Visiting a Harley-Davidson store. Whether online or offline gives you choices of wide quantity. Ranging from motorcycles, motorcycles parts, clothes, accessories, jewelries, to merchandise with Harley-Davidson logo on it.
The company’s web site alone offers a wide array of products that will surely give every Harley-Davidson enthusiasts a collection of a lifetime. Sounds overrated? No, we are just telling the truth.
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The company’s web site alone offers a wide array of products that will surely give every Harley-Davidson enthusiasts a collection of a lifetime. Sounds overrated? No, we are just telling the truth.
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harley davidson 100 years Waco
This light includes the fender gasket and mounting hardware. To fit kawaski ninja 500r 1994-2005, zx7 1993-2002. Other footstraps on the market (like surfing and or kite boarding straps) are bulky, harder to install, and expensive. Jp-eater kit includes these items and features: front and rear super-flex dog-bone shackles and hardware. Includes extra-strong replacements for the whimpy stock subframe bolts. Bought parts to repair my ignition system on my 2000 stx di, but never got around to fixing it. Wrangler owners discard their stock springs without thought, a treasure for us samurai owners . All our vehicles are being described and sold as they appear in photos. Our stock has a full line of products for your dirtbike.
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Friday, October 19, 2007
Harley net falls on sluggish sales
CHICAGO (Reuters) - Harley-Davidson Inc (HOG.N), the U.S. motorcycle maker, said on Friday its quarterly earnings fell more than 15 percent, blaming "sluggish" sales in the United States, its biggest market.
Harley said it expects the retail motorcycle environment will "continue to be challenging" in the United States, where falling house prices have made consumers reluctant to buy big-ticket toys like motorcycles, boats, motorhomes and trailers.
The Milwaukee-based company said its third-quarter net profit fell 15.3 percent to $265.0 million, or $1.07 a share, from $312.7 million, or $1.20 a share, last year.
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Harley said it expects the retail motorcycle environment will "continue to be challenging" in the United States, where falling house prices have made consumers reluctant to buy big-ticket toys like motorcycles, boats, motorhomes and trailers.
The Milwaukee-based company said its third-quarter net profit fell 15.3 percent to $265.0 million, or $1.07 a share, from $312.7 million, or $1.20 a share, last year.
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Harley-Davidson's Profit
Harley-Davidson Inc., which last month warned that the slowing economy would result in lower sales and profits, reported a 15% drop in third-quarter net income and said it foresees a challenging U.S. retail market in 2008.
The iconic motorcycle maker reported net income of $265 million, or $1.07 a share, for the quarter, compared with $312.7 million, or $1.20 a share, a year earlier. During the quarter, the company repurchased $509 million of its common stock.
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The iconic motorcycle maker reported net income of $265 million, or $1.07 a share, for the quarter, compared with $312.7 million, or $1.20 a share, a year earlier. During the quarter, the company repurchased $509 million of its common stock.
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Harley-Davidson slows down in third quarter
New York - Legendary motorcycle maker Harley-Davidson said Friday its third-quarter profits fell 15.3 per cent year-on-year to 265 million dollars, amid a slowdown in domestic sales.
The Milwaukee, Wisconsin-based company said sales totalled 1.6 billion dollars, down 5.8 per cent from the third quarter of last year.
The company noted that while sales at home had slumped, export business showed strong growth.
In the third quarter, US sales came to 65,758 motorcycles, dwon from 80,398 in the same quarter last year. But exports rose to 20,779, up from 16,648 in the third quarter of 2006.
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The Milwaukee, Wisconsin-based company said sales totalled 1.6 billion dollars, down 5.8 per cent from the third quarter of last year.
The company noted that while sales at home had slumped, export business showed strong growth.
In the third quarter, US sales came to 65,758 motorcycles, dwon from 80,398 in the same quarter last year. But exports rose to 20,779, up from 16,648 in the third quarter of 2006.
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Stock Market Update - Fri Oct 19 08:34:47 EDT 2007
Harley-Davidson (HOG, 48.95) announced Friday a 15.3% year-over-year decrease in its third quarter income, equal to $265 million. The results, however, surpassed the street's revised expectations. Earnings per share declined 10.8% to $1.07, which was three cents better than the consensus estimate.
Early in September, Harley-Davidson lowered its outlook for the third quarter, citing an anticipated decrease in shipments amid a softened economic outlook and tighter credit conditions.
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Early in September, Harley-Davidson lowered its outlook for the third quarter, citing an anticipated decrease in shipments amid a softened economic outlook and tighter credit conditions.
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Market Report -- In Play (HOG)
Harley-Davidson beats by $0.03, beats on revs; reaffirms FY07 & FY08 guidance Reports Q3 (Sep) earnings of $1.07 per share, $0.03 better than the Reuters Estimates consensus of $1.04; revenues fell 5.8% year/year to $1.54 bln vs the $1.52 bln consensus. For the full year of 2007, the Company expects a shipment range of 328-332K Harley-Davidson motorcycles, compared to 349,196 units in 2006. The Company also expects a modest decline in revenue and lower operating margin in 2007. Reaffirms diluted earnings per share for the full year are expected to decrease 4 to 6 percent compared to 2006.
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her earnings: Google, Xerox, 3M, Harley-Davidson, Honeywell
With the market counting on an aeronautic financial performance from the Internet search leader, Google turned on the afterburners and surpassed even the most bullish expectations that have propelled the stock price into rarefied air.
With a market value just shy of $200 billion, Google on Thursday edged past Cisco Systems Inc. as Silicon Valley's most valuable company.
Google's profit jumped 46% to $1.07 billion on a 57% rise in revenue to $4.23 billion, propelled by simple text ads on Web pages.
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With a market value just shy of $200 billion, Google on Thursday edged past Cisco Systems Inc. as Silicon Valley's most valuable company.
Google's profit jumped 46% to $1.07 billion on a 57% rise in revenue to $4.23 billion, propelled by simple text ads on Web pages.
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Need a Place to Hang Your Helmet?
Bridges Covenant Church will hold its first preview service in its own building on November 4 thanks to the generosity of Asbury Covenant Church, the congregation that once occupied the facility.
Bridges pastor Mark Andrews initially arrived at Asbury to pastor the congregation’s remaining members while also starting the new church plant. The Asbury congregation eventually decided that the best opportunity to expand ministry in that community was to cease its own ministry and instead support the new Bridges Covenant initiative – and the congregation donated its building to Bridges Covenant.
“It was one of the most unselfish things I’ve ever seen,” says Andrews.
The building is undergoing extensive renovation. Drop ceilings are being removed, all new carpeting and tiles are being laid, and some of the space is being converted to a family ministry center. The church donated its 30 pews to a nearby small Baptist congregation, which was in need of the traditional seating, but did not have the money to purchase any (lower photo). For additional photos, see Renovation.
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Bridges pastor Mark Andrews initially arrived at Asbury to pastor the congregation’s remaining members while also starting the new church plant. The Asbury congregation eventually decided that the best opportunity to expand ministry in that community was to cease its own ministry and instead support the new Bridges Covenant initiative – and the congregation donated its building to Bridges Covenant.
“It was one of the most unselfish things I’ve ever seen,” says Andrews.
The building is undergoing extensive renovation. Drop ceilings are being removed, all new carpeting and tiles are being laid, and some of the space is being converted to a family ministry center. The church donated its 30 pews to a nearby small Baptist congregation, which was in need of the traditional seating, but did not have the money to purchase any (lower photo). For additional photos, see Renovation.
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Harley-Davidson CEO calls business climate 'tough'
The top executive at Harley Davidson Inc (HOG.N: Quote, Profile , Research), the U.S. motorcycle maker, said on Friday that the current business climate was "tough" as he defended the company's decision to slash production to keep output in line with reduced demand.
Ziemer's comments came during a conference call to discuss the Milwaukee-based company's third-quarter earnings, which fell 15 percent because of what it characterized as "sluggish" sales in the United States, it biggest market.
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Ziemer's comments came during a conference call to discuss the Milwaukee-based company's third-quarter earnings, which fell 15 percent because of what it characterized as "sluggish" sales in the United States, it biggest market.
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Seven Summits Research Releases Alerts on RIMM, GM, RIG, GILD, and HOG
Today's PriceWatch Alerts cover the following stocks: Research In Motion Ltd. , General Motors Corporation , Transocean Inc. , Gilead Sciences Inc. , and Harley-Davidson, Inc. .
Along with our PriceWatch Alerts, these brief reports contain a concise market overview, economic calendar and Dynamic Market Opportunities. PriceWatch Alerts include hedged trade ideas designed to potentially protect investors from unexpected market shifts. While other market reports only provide stock news, we offer strategies that hedge investments against uncertainty. Hedged trades increase your chances of making a profit, even if a stock goes down.
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Along with our PriceWatch Alerts, these brief reports contain a concise market overview, economic calendar and Dynamic Market Opportunities. PriceWatch Alerts include hedged trade ideas designed to potentially protect investors from unexpected market shifts. While other market reports only provide stock news, we offer strategies that hedge investments against uncertainty. Hedged trades increase your chances of making a profit, even if a stock goes down.
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Steve McQueen and Clark Gable motorcycles up for auction
A 1970 Kawasaki G31 belonging to actor Steve McQueen and 1934 Harley-Davidson RL formerly owned by Clark Gable are set to go up for auction on November 10 in LA.
The Bonhams and Butterfields auction is running in conjunction with the Love Ride and California Bike week at the Petersen Museum.
The Kawasaki that belonged to the star of The Great Escape and Bullet was hand painted by McQueen’s close friend Von Dutch and is expected to rake in between £7,000 and £10,000.
The RL Harley-Davidson that was owned and ridden by Gone with the Wind actor Clark Gable has been estimated at raking in even more money with a price tag between £12,000 and £17,000.
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Harley falters in Q3
Harley-Davidson, which operates its largest facility in Springettsbury Township, said this morning its third quarter revenue for 2007 was about 5.8 percent below what it was in 2006.
Jim Ziemer, chief executive officer, called “disappointing but not unexpected.”
Income was down about 15 percent and earnings per share was down about 11 percent, the company said.
International sales, one of the bright spots in Harley-Davidson's finances over the past year, were up nearly 9 percent.
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Jim Ziemer, chief executive officer, called “disappointing but not unexpected.”
Income was down about 15 percent and earnings per share was down about 11 percent, the company said.
International sales, one of the bright spots in Harley-Davidson's finances over the past year, were up nearly 9 percent.
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Saturday, September 29, 2007
HINES RIDES SCREAMIN' EAGLE HARLEY-DAVIDSON V-ROD INTO TEXAS
Hines Makes Third and Final Countdown Group
Friday, September 28th, 2007 - Screamin' Eagle/Vance & Hines Pro Stock Motorcycle team Press Release - Total Motorcycle - http://www.totalmotorcycle.com
ENNIS, Texas (Sept. 24, 2007) – Andrew Hines earned his 21st career final round appearance and a spot in the NHRA POWERade Countdown to the Championship Sunday at the Texas Motorplex.
The 24-year-old three-time NHRA Pro Stock Motorcycle champion clinched a position in the final round of the Countdown points system. The top four riders in the category will have two events, the Oct. 28 ACDelco Las Vegas NHRA Nationals in Las Vegas and the Nov. 4 Auto Club of Southern California NHRA Finals in Pomona, Calif., to compete for the 2007 championship.
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Friday, September 28th, 2007 - Screamin' Eagle/Vance & Hines Pro Stock Motorcycle team Press Release - Total Motorcycle - http://www.totalmotorcycle.com
ENNIS, Texas (Sept. 24, 2007) – Andrew Hines earned his 21st career final round appearance and a spot in the NHRA POWERade Countdown to the Championship Sunday at the Texas Motorplex.
The 24-year-old three-time NHRA Pro Stock Motorcycle champion clinched a position in the final round of the Countdown points system. The top four riders in the category will have two events, the Oct. 28 ACDelco Las Vegas NHRA Nationals in Las Vegas and the Nov. 4 Auto Club of Southern California NHRA Finals in Pomona, Calif., to compete for the 2007 championship.
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Thursday, September 27, 2007
United Way opens Northland's second Success by 6 center
Maddy Roberts, a 4-year-old preschooler at Gracemore Elementary School, knew exactly what was about the happen with the red ribbon hung across the doorway at room A10.
“You're going to snip it open,” she said.
The Northland's second Success by 6 center opened Sept. 18 at the school, and Roberts was ready to play with and learn from the roomful of educational toys and material.
success by 6 is a United Way program designed to provide families with the materials they need to prepare children for kindergarten. Aimed specifically at low-income households, participants can borrow brand new toys and books that all have an educational facet.
It's as much about teaching parents how to be good educators in the home as it is about helping children, said Terry Harrison, a Harley-Davidson employee and vice chairman of United Way Northland's operating board.
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“You're going to snip it open,” she said.
The Northland's second Success by 6 center opened Sept. 18 at the school, and Roberts was ready to play with and learn from the roomful of educational toys and material.
success by 6 is a United Way program designed to provide families with the materials they need to prepare children for kindergarten. Aimed specifically at low-income households, participants can borrow brand new toys and books that all have an educational facet.
It's as much about teaching parents how to be good educators in the home as it is about helping children, said Terry Harrison, a Harley-Davidson employee and vice chairman of United Way Northland's operating board.
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Gracemore preschoolers ready for success
Maddy Roberts, a 4-year-old preschooler at Gracemore Elementary School, knew exactly what was about the happen with the red ribbon hung across the doorway at room A10.
“You're going to snip it open,” she said.
The Northland's second Success by 6 center opened Sept. 18 at the school, and Roberts was ready to play with and learn from the roomful of educational toys and material.
Success by 6 is a United Way program designed to provide families with the materials they need to prepare children for kindergarten. Aimed specifically at low-income households, participants can borrow brand new toys and books that all have an educational facet.
It's as much about teaching parents how to be good educators in the home as it is about helping children, said Terry Harrison, a Harley-Davidson employee and vice chairman of United Way Northland's operating board.read more
“You're going to snip it open,” she said.
The Northland's second Success by 6 center opened Sept. 18 at the school, and Roberts was ready to play with and learn from the roomful of educational toys and material.
Success by 6 is a United Way program designed to provide families with the materials they need to prepare children for kindergarten. Aimed specifically at low-income households, participants can borrow brand new toys and books that all have an educational facet.
It's as much about teaching parents how to be good educators in the home as it is about helping children, said Terry Harrison, a Harley-Davidson employee and vice chairman of United Way Northland's operating board.read more
BRIEF: Motorcycle flips twice
A Minnesota couple received minor injuries Wednesday when their motorcycle flipped on Interstate 40.
At 3 p.m., Clement Crowley, 45, of Howard, Minn. was driving the 2000 Harley-Davidson west on I-40 near the Parker Padgett Road exit, when a tire went flat and caused him to lose control of the bike, according to Trooper J.E. Dowdle of the N.C. Highway Patrol.
Dowdle said the motorcycle flipped a couple of times.
Crowley and his wife, 45-year-old Debra Crowley, were taken by ambulance to Memorial Mission Hospital in Asheville.
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At 3 p.m., Clement Crowley, 45, of Howard, Minn. was driving the 2000 Harley-Davidson west on I-40 near the Parker Padgett Road exit, when a tire went flat and caused him to lose control of the bike, according to Trooper J.E. Dowdle of the N.C. Highway Patrol.
Dowdle said the motorcycle flipped a couple of times.
Crowley and his wife, 45-year-old Debra Crowley, were taken by ambulance to Memorial Mission Hospital in Asheville.
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The first rev of a Harley-Davidson
Did you know motorcycles have been on the road for over 100 years?
The first one was invented in 1867 by Sylvester Howard Roper. The American creation was powered by a two-cylinder steam engine.
The first gas-engine motorcycle followed 20 years later and was invented in Germany by Gottlieb Daimler. His bike had a wooden frame with a four-stroke internal-combustion engine attached. Such engines were a fairly new development. They were only designed in 1876, by an engineer named Nicolaus August Otto.
While Daimler and Roper moved on to work on the automobile, there were others out there that continued to tinker with the idea of a motorbike. A few of these tinkers were William Harley and his two friends, Arthur and Walter Davidson, who launched the Harley-Davidson Motor Company in 1903.
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The first one was invented in 1867 by Sylvester Howard Roper. The American creation was powered by a two-cylinder steam engine.
The first gas-engine motorcycle followed 20 years later and was invented in Germany by Gottlieb Daimler. His bike had a wooden frame with a four-stroke internal-combustion engine attached. Such engines were a fairly new development. They were only designed in 1876, by an engineer named Nicolaus August Otto.
While Daimler and Roper moved on to work on the automobile, there were others out there that continued to tinker with the idea of a motorbike. A few of these tinkers were William Harley and his two friends, Arthur and Walter Davidson, who launched the Harley-Davidson Motor Company in 1903.
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Ford Introduces 2008 Harley-Davidson F-Series Super Duty and F-150
The 2008 Ford Harley-Davidson F-Series Super Duty comes to showrooms this fall. For 2008, for the first time, it shares the same design as the Harley-Davidson F-150. This is the 11th model to come out of the alliance with Harley-Davidson that started in 1999. Ford says this latest version "draws its design theme from the special-edition 105th Anniversary Harley-Davidson motorcycle," which is noteworthy for its Vintage Copper paint.
The 2008 Ford Harley-Davidson F-Series Super Duty comes in either a black monochromatic exterior paint with a Vintage Copper stripe or a black and Vintage Copper two-tone paint scheme. Ford said the truck is available with the 6.4-liter Power Stroke diesel.
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The 2008 Ford Harley-Davidson F-Series Super Duty comes in either a black monochromatic exterior paint with a Vintage Copper stripe or a black and Vintage Copper two-tone paint scheme. Ford said the truck is available with the 6.4-liter Power Stroke diesel.
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2008 Harley-Davidson Edition Ford F-Series
The new for '08 Ford Harley-Davidson F-Series Super Duty is what you've come to expect after walking ten times around this dual-branded block. Harley owners not willing to ride in the rain (we can't blame them) and others that like to emulate the leather- and chrome-clad image have purchased over 60,000 of the things in the last eight years. This time around it's a celebration of the Pennsylvania-based biking outfit's 105th anniversary, coinciding with Ford's own celebration of building cars for just as many years.
Paint schemes are inspired by Harley's special-edition 105th anniversary motorcycle and come in one of two flavors: either a two-tone, black and "Vintage Copper" combo or an all black body with copper pin striping. According to Brad Richards, the Ford/Harley brand manager, the chrome side vents and grille are inspired by the heat diffusers found on the cylinder heads of the V-Twin, and the 20-inch polished wheels bring the theme home.
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Paint schemes are inspired by Harley's special-edition 105th anniversary motorcycle and come in one of two flavors: either a two-tone, black and "Vintage Copper" combo or an all black body with copper pin striping. According to Brad Richards, the Ford/Harley brand manager, the chrome side vents and grille are inspired by the heat diffusers found on the cylinder heads of the V-Twin, and the 20-inch polished wheels bring the theme home.
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Tuesday, September 25, 2007
Woman killed in motorcycle wreck
One woman was killed and a man injured when their motorcycle collided with a car Monday in Des Moines.
The accident happened about 8:30 p.m. on Pacific Highway South and South 226th Street, officials with South King Fire and Rescue reported.
The motorcycle, a 2007 Harley-Davidson, was northbound on Pacific when it collided with a southbound Kia sedan after the Kia driver made a left turn in front of the motorcycle, Des Moines police Sgt. Bob Collins said.
The impact was enough to send the Kia spinning around, he said.
The couple on the motorcycle were thrown at least 75 feet. The woman, 49, suffered fatal injuries and died at the scene. The 50-year-old man driving the motorcycle was taken to Harborview Medical Center, but his condition was unavailable.
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The accident happened about 8:30 p.m. on Pacific Highway South and South 226th Street, officials with South King Fire and Rescue reported.
The motorcycle, a 2007 Harley-Davidson, was northbound on Pacific when it collided with a southbound Kia sedan after the Kia driver made a left turn in front of the motorcycle, Des Moines police Sgt. Bob Collins said.
The impact was enough to send the Kia spinning around, he said.
The couple on the motorcycle were thrown at least 75 feet. The woman, 49, suffered fatal injuries and died at the scene. The 50-year-old man driving the motorcycle was taken to Harborview Medical Center, but his condition was unavailable.
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www.bizjournals.com/milwaukee/stories/2007/09/24/daily7.html
Miller Lite is inviting millions of Harley-Davidson(R) motorcycle owners and enthusiasts to ride towards great taste and refreshment next summer.
Building on a relationship between two Milwaukee neighbors that dates to Harley-Davidson's 90th anniversary celebration in 1993, Miller Lite will be the exclusive malt beverage sponsor of next year's Harley-Davidson 105th Anniversary Celebration. The only light beer to win four gold medals in the bi-annual World Beer Cup's American-style Light Lager category, Miller Lite will feature a national summer promotion highlighting the Harley-Davidson affiliation.
"This is a natural alliance that brings together two great American companies who know how to exceed consumer expectations," said Tom Long, Miller's president and CEO. "American beer drinkers who want great beer taste and refreshment in their light beer know that Miller Lite is the best choice, just as riders who truly appreciate world-class power and design in motorcycles have looked to Harley-Davidson since 1903. Together, we'll invite people on a journey that will highlight the best that summer has to offer."
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Building on a relationship between two Milwaukee neighbors that dates to Harley-Davidson's 90th anniversary celebration in 1993, Miller Lite will be the exclusive malt beverage sponsor of next year's Harley-Davidson 105th Anniversary Celebration. The only light beer to win four gold medals in the bi-annual World Beer Cup's American-style Light Lager category, Miller Lite will feature a national summer promotion highlighting the Harley-Davidson affiliation.
"This is a natural alliance that brings together two great American companies who know how to exceed consumer expectations," said Tom Long, Miller's president and CEO. "American beer drinkers who want great beer taste and refreshment in their light beer know that Miller Lite is the best choice, just as riders who truly appreciate world-class power and design in motorcycles have looked to Harley-Davidson since 1903. Together, we'll invite people on a journey that will highlight the best that summer has to offer."
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Miller sales up 1.3 percent
SABMiller plc said Monday that Miller Brewing Co.'s domestic sales to retailer increased 1.3 percent over the first five months of its fiscal year, driven by a 1.7 percent increase in sales of Miller Lite.
The parent of Milwaukee-based Miller Brewing said Miller's strategy to grow Miller Lite in the mainstream light category and to migrate its brand portfolio to higher margin segments has contributed to an increase of 4 percent in domestic net revenue per barrel.
The company, which provided the update at an investor presentation in New York City Monday, did not disclose dollar figures.
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The parent of Milwaukee-based Miller Brewing said Miller's strategy to grow Miller Lite in the mainstream light category and to migrate its brand portfolio to higher margin segments has contributed to an increase of 4 percent in domestic net revenue per barrel.
The company, which provided the update at an investor presentation in New York City Monday, did not disclose dollar figures.
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HARLEY-DAVIDSON YORK OPEN HOUSE JUST AROUND THE CORNER
The 2007 Harley-Davidson York Vehicle Operations in York, Pa., will host its annual Open House Thursday, Sept. 27 through Saturday, Sept. 29. Factory tours of the Softail Facility and Touring Facility will be open to the public each day. The Harley-Davidson Traveling Museum, open 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. each day, will make its first appearance in York since its re-design in March 2007 and will feature a piece of the Company's history for enthusiasts to share. There will also be a booth at the event to provide visitors with the latest information about the Harley-Davidson Museum, scheduled to open the summer of 2008. The booth will also provide information on how enthusiasts can make their mark on the Museum grounds, as well as hosting a special event at the Museum.
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Toyota vs. GM vs. Harley-Davidson
In 2006 GM produced about 9 million vehicles worldwide, about the same as Toyota; and Ford produced about 6.6 million vehicles. And yet look at the whopping difference in market value in the graph above between Toyota ($208 billion) and GM (only $19.5 billion). Is that what $51 billion in health care liabilites does to a company's market value? Look for a prolonged strike to erode GM's market value even further.
And consider that motorcycle manufacturer Harley-Davidson's market value of $12 billion is not far behind GM and Ford, even though it only manufactures about 300,000 motorcycles annually!
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And consider that motorcycle manufacturer Harley-Davidson's market value of $12 billion is not far behind GM and Ford, even though it only manufactures about 300,000 motorcycles annually!
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Guarantee Your Seat in the C-Suite: Go Ahead, Get Emotional!
Did Harley Davidson create the desire for rebellion and the feeling of freedom that comes from conquering the open road? Did Starbucks create the desire for a sense of sophistication or for people to feel like they are part of a community?
Of course not! Harley Davidson and Starbucks simply found wonderfully resonant ways to tap into these deep emotional currents that course through people's veins. However, it is important to remember that everyone does not have the same emotional imperatives. That is why some people buy a Suzuki bike and many people prefer to buy their coffee at Dunkin Donuts. That is how great branding works—companies find ways to connect with the emotional drivers that move their specific target audiences.
When you're walking down the grocery store aisle, have you ever listened to the tiny voices in the back of your head that are asking questions like, what does this product say about me as a mother? What does this product say about my status? Do I prefer to be irreverent or traditional? Am I frugal or do I prefer to be decadent?
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Of course not! Harley Davidson and Starbucks simply found wonderfully resonant ways to tap into these deep emotional currents that course through people's veins. However, it is important to remember that everyone does not have the same emotional imperatives. That is why some people buy a Suzuki bike and many people prefer to buy their coffee at Dunkin Donuts. That is how great branding works—companies find ways to connect with the emotional drivers that move their specific target audiences.
When you're walking down the grocery store aisle, have you ever listened to the tiny voices in the back of your head that are asking questions like, what does this product say about me as a mother? What does this product say about my status? Do I prefer to be irreverent or traditional? Am I frugal or do I prefer to be decadent?
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Sunday, September 23, 2007
More women bikers change the face of motorcycling
When Barb Zeigler of Reno began riding motorcycles on the streets of Los Angeles 33 years ago, few women held the handlebars. The female's job was to sit behind the male who drove.
"Back in those days, when a woman rode a motorcycle, it was looked down upon," Zeigler said. "I was called a lesbian. I was called all kinds of stuff."
What does Zeigler call herself today? "Motorcycle grandmama," the 55-year-old Zeigler said.
Women now account for 10 percent of motorcycle sales nationally, an increase of 36 percent since 1998 and are the fastest growing segment of the motorcycle buying population, according to a June 23 article in the Dallas Morning News.
Debbie Groves, 51, of Gridley, Calif., drove her 1989 Harley-Davidson Heritage Soft Tail to this year's Street Vibrations and thinks there are more women riders this year than last year. Same thing at the big motorcycle rally in Sturgis, S.D., earlier this year.
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Motorcycle collision with horse results in Avery man’s death
A man was killed early Saturday and a woman was taken to a Texarkana hospital after the motorcycle they were riding hit a horse near DeKalb, Texas, authorities said.
The accident happened just after 12:30 a.m. Saturday on Farm to Market Road 1701 and County Road 4357.
Billy Charles Murphy, 56, of Avery, Texas, was pronounced dead at the scene by Justice of the Peace Gerrold Rankin.
Sharon Kay Berry, 45, his passenger, was taken to CHRISTUS St. Michael Hospital and was listed in stable condition Saturday afternoon.
Murphy was driving a 1999 Harley Davidson motorcycle north on FM 1701 and collided with a horse that was in the middle of the northbound lane. The horse was struck broadside and both the driver and passenger were ejected.
The accident was investigated by Department of Public Safety Trooper Keith Lang.
The horse’s condition was unknown.
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The accident happened just after 12:30 a.m. Saturday on Farm to Market Road 1701 and County Road 4357.
Billy Charles Murphy, 56, of Avery, Texas, was pronounced dead at the scene by Justice of the Peace Gerrold Rankin.
Sharon Kay Berry, 45, his passenger, was taken to CHRISTUS St. Michael Hospital and was listed in stable condition Saturday afternoon.
Murphy was driving a 1999 Harley Davidson motorcycle north on FM 1701 and collided with a horse that was in the middle of the northbound lane. The horse was struck broadside and both the driver and passenger were ejected.
The accident was investigated by Department of Public Safety Trooper Keith Lang.
The horse’s condition was unknown.
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Mitch takes to the road
As the sun set on Thursday night the throbbing growl of a big bike cut in over the noise of homeward-bound traffic on Racecourse Road.
In front of a crowd of biker mates, Mitch Van Der Krogt pulled out on a gleaming gold customised Harley chopper, aptly named Export Gold.
Mitch, who builds houses for a living and choppers for a hobby, has spent 12 months on his latest project, starting from scratch with a basic 80 cubic inch, 1340cc Harley-Davidson, the beefed up bike now runs on a 114 cubic inch, 1700cc motor, complemented by a six-speed gearbox and gear drive, a high-tech digital speedo and numerous other features.
Everything about the bike reflects Mitch’s perfectionism and his attention to detail, from the chain guard and disks featuring laser cut X symbols, to the personalised plate – Export of course.
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Saturday, September 22, 2007
Want to be a biker? All you need is here
Bring your loose change because we're going to spend some money.
Several credit cards would also be helpful, along with a fat wallet. Especially if you're going to buy one of the motorcycles made by Ron Simms. They start at $35,000. That's for the "Little Bomber" model.
Street Vibrations, taking place this week in downtown Reno and at other local venues, is a celebration of motorcycles. You can see and hear them everywhere. It's also a shopping event, with all things motorcycle for sale, from a bike by Simms to a $100 tattoo by Rob Jones.
North Virginia Street is the main mall.
You can start at one end with nothing and finish at the other with everything you need to be a biker.
Leather jacket. Helmet. Bandanna. Boots. A lawyer.
"You can find just about anything," said Simms, who's been building custom bikes at his shop in Hayward, Calif., for 30 years.
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Several credit cards would also be helpful, along with a fat wallet. Especially if you're going to buy one of the motorcycles made by Ron Simms. They start at $35,000. That's for the "Little Bomber" model.
Street Vibrations, taking place this week in downtown Reno and at other local venues, is a celebration of motorcycles. You can see and hear them everywhere. It's also a shopping event, with all things motorcycle for sale, from a bike by Simms to a $100 tattoo by Rob Jones.
North Virginia Street is the main mall.
You can start at one end with nothing and finish at the other with everything you need to be a biker.
Leather jacket. Helmet. Bandanna. Boots. A lawyer.
"You can find just about anything," said Simms, who's been building custom bikes at his shop in Hayward, Calif., for 30 years.
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Harley-Davidson made of wood
The green machine — with moving parts — took Colin 900 hours to make from old pieces of board.
He got the idea working at a recycling plant where plywood was dumped in landfill.
The 100kg bike is made of 82 sq ft of wood, five litres of glue and four litres of varnish.
Colin, 40, of Taunton, Somerset, said: “There were no plans. It’s all done in my head with maths.”
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Chasing Value: Will Harley-Davidson (HOG) fade like Levi Strauss?
Yesterday I posted Chasing Value: Harley-Davidson (HOG) looking on down the road and actually bought a few shares. Late in the day I received a comment from one of our frequent readers whose opinions I have grown to respect, although he can be a little harsh at times. This reader raised some interesting points I thought worth some consideration. He wrote:
"I don't like the stock. I see it as a luxury item for aging Baby Boomers. The ones who always wanted one, (or who) already own one. The younger generations aren't interested. I also think you're making a classic mistake when you speculate by saying "if it returns to its former level within the next few years."
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"I don't like the stock. I see it as a luxury item for aging Baby Boomers. The ones who always wanted one, (or who) already own one. The younger generations aren't interested. I also think you're making a classic mistake when you speculate by saying "if it returns to its former level within the next few years."
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Friday, September 21, 2007
The “Spudster” Customized Harley-Davidson Ready for National Potato Promotion
Ya gotta love this a spud mobile. Take a Harley and Add potatoes. Sounds like a fun projects. It’s give new meaning to “Do you want Fries with that” ha ha I am killing myself I so funny.
Take a look at the original story here:
Customizing has been completed on the 2008 Harley-Davidson ‘Spudster’–which is the motorcycle that the Wisconsin Potato & Vegetable Growers Association has been using in its direct mail promotion targeting potato buyers from across the United States. The promotion is designed to educate potato buyers on the benefits and quality of Home Grown and Healthy Grown Wisconsin potato products.
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Take a look at the original story here:
Customizing has been completed on the 2008 Harley-Davidson ‘Spudster’–which is the motorcycle that the Wisconsin Potato & Vegetable Growers Association has been using in its direct mail promotion targeting potato buyers from across the United States. The promotion is designed to educate potato buyers on the benefits and quality of Home Grown and Healthy Grown Wisconsin potato products.
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used harley davidson for sale seems
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Large Pile Of Harley-Davidson Parts
This is most of what is for sale (I'm still finding a few things yet though). Everything fits either Shovelhead or Evolution Big Twin models. There are a few Sportster parts but very little. This is being sold as one lot and the buyer takes everything. The first person who gets here with $600.00 cash (yes, that is six hundred) gets it. Cash only. The three frontends alone are worth more than that! Once paid for you can take the weekend to remove if need be. My phone number is 613 432-7308, email rjk@nrtco.net. I live on the outskirts of Renfrew about 7 minutes from hwy #17.
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Set Your Bike Apart With Custom Motorcycle Paint Job
If you're tired of having a motorcycle that looks like everyone else's, you need a custom motorcycle paint job. You'll be the envy of other bikers when you have a motorcycle that stands apart from all the rest. Make your bike reflect your personality and who you are.
Custom paint is one of the most noticeable things on a motorcycle. It instantly sets your bike apart from the thousands of others on the road. Sure, you can add custom wheels or other items to your bike. But, a custom paint job makes your bike more noticeable than most custom accessories. Graphics or a custom paint color will also reflect your personality in a way that custom parts never can.
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Custom paint is one of the most noticeable things on a motorcycle. It instantly sets your bike apart from the thousands of others on the road. Sure, you can add custom wheels or other items to your bike. But, a custom paint job makes your bike more noticeable than most custom accessories. Graphics or a custom paint color will also reflect your personality in a way that custom parts never can.
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Fatal motorbike crashes
TWO motorcyclists on a birthday road trip through far north Queensland died yesterday in a collision with a horse float that involved up to six other motorcycles.
About an hour later a third motorcyclist died when he lost control of his motorcycle in a Cairns suburb.
The crashes took the Queensland road toll to 272, which was 44 more than at the same time last year.
In the first accident a man and woman in their 30s riding on the same motorcycle were in a convoy of up to seven motorcycles returning from a party at the Lions Den Hotel, near Cooktown.
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About an hour later a third motorcyclist died when he lost control of his motorcycle in a Cairns suburb.
The crashes took the Queensland road toll to 272, which was 44 more than at the same time last year.
In the first accident a man and woman in their 30s riding on the same motorcycle were in a convoy of up to seven motorcycles returning from a party at the Lions Den Hotel, near Cooktown.
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Thursday, September 20, 2007
Harley Davidson - How Do I Hate Thee
We in the D.C. area just go treated to another tiresome rolling Geritol commercial. Thousands of RUBs [Rich Urban Bikers] came to the area on their Harley Davidson motorcycles, polluting the area with the sounds of troubled G.I. tracts.
Here's why I hate Harleys and the dweebs who ride them:
1. For encouraging dentists to wear leather.
2. For giving away a case of DentuCreme with every new hog.
3. For disenfranchising real tough guys. The true scum and lowlifes that made Harley fearsome either can't afford them or are ashamed to ride them. [Maybe they can become part of a protected class.]
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Here's why I hate Harleys and the dweebs who ride them:
1. For encouraging dentists to wear leather.
2. For giving away a case of DentuCreme with every new hog.
3. For disenfranchising real tough guys. The true scum and lowlifes that made Harley fearsome either can't afford them or are ashamed to ride them. [Maybe they can become part of a protected class.]
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Chasing Value: Harley-Davidson (HOG) looking on down the road
The last time I bought Harley-Davidson (NYSE: HOG) I paid $18 a share and it is one of our oldest holdings. Today, I finally bought some more. I probably share way too much personal information with readers of BloggingStocks but I just can't bring myself to suggest to people something I would not do myself, and in any case my readership is not large enough to move the market (nor is the few shares we acquired.) Too many advisers are promoting stocks they themselves would not touch with a ten foot pole.
Harley is near a 52-week low of $46.15, closing yesterday at $48.59. Management trimmed production levels recently to better balance with demand after years of very healthy increases. It was bound to overshoot demand at some point and it is wise to moderate production. HOG had reached its 52-week high of $75.87 last November (2006). I am not looking for miracles with this purchase.
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Motorcyclist killed in crash was running from police
Police said at a news conference today that only the motorcyclist can be blamed for the crash.
"Ultimately, everybody has to take responsibility for their own actions," El Paso Police Chief Richard Wiles said.
A police car dashboard video, which will be posted on elpasotimes.com shortly, shows a man on a motorcycle running south North Mesa from a police car with flashing lights. The police officer in the car soon calls off the pursuit and later finds the motorcycle on the ground near St. Patrick Cathedral.
A motorcyclist who minutes earlier had sped away from a pursuing police car was killed in a crash early Wednesday near Downtown El Paso, police said.
Cesar Muela, 30, of the 2700 block of Anise, died at the scene after crashing his 2006 Harley-Davidson into the rear of a car in the 900 block of North Mesa near St. Patrick Cathedral, police said.
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"Ultimately, everybody has to take responsibility for their own actions," El Paso Police Chief Richard Wiles said.
A police car dashboard video, which will be posted on elpasotimes.com shortly, shows a man on a motorcycle running south North Mesa from a police car with flashing lights. The police officer in the car soon calls off the pursuit and later finds the motorcycle on the ground near St. Patrick Cathedral.
A motorcyclist who minutes earlier had sped away from a pursuing police car was killed in a crash early Wednesday near Downtown El Paso, police said.
Cesar Muela, 30, of the 2700 block of Anise, died at the scene after crashing his 2006 Harley-Davidson into the rear of a car in the 900 block of North Mesa near St. Patrick Cathedral, police said.
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Harleys Hit the Road for Hospice
If you hear a lot of engines revving up, don't worry, more than 30 Harleys hit the road for hospice care.
The annual Harleys for Hospice ride kicked off at McDaniel's Harley Davidson in South Bend on Thursday.
These bikers are on their way to Mackinac and Port Huron with a stop in St. Joseph.
All money raised helps elderly patients at Hospice At Home. The leader of the pack says he's "geeked up" for a great 3 day ride.
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Terre Haute Street Fair hits downtown this weekend
Festival combines Bleemel Days, Crossroads ArtsFest and The Vigo County Public Library’s Family Learning Day
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The Tribune-Star
TERRE HAUTE — Terre Haute Street Fair runs today through Sunday downtown at Ninth and Cherry streets.
This festival combines some of the city’s most popular annual events, including Bleemel Days, Crossroads ArtsFest and The Vigo County Public Library’s Family Learning Day. Food, live music, local artists and a children’s learning area are featured. Organizers were planning a car show, horse carriage rides, a farmer’s market and other exciting attractions for all ages.
Andrew Conner, executive director, Downtown Terre Haute Inc., believes this event is important for Terre Haute.
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Staff report
The Tribune-Star
TERRE HAUTE — Terre Haute Street Fair runs today through Sunday downtown at Ninth and Cherry streets.
This festival combines some of the city’s most popular annual events, including Bleemel Days, Crossroads ArtsFest and The Vigo County Public Library’s Family Learning Day. Food, live music, local artists and a children’s learning area are featured. Organizers were planning a car show, horse carriage rides, a farmer’s market and other exciting attractions for all ages.
Andrew Conner, executive director, Downtown Terre Haute Inc., believes this event is important for Terre Haute.
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Wednesday, September 19, 2007
$16,50000 2005 Harley-Davidson Roadking Classic
2005 Black Harley Roadking Classic. This bike has been completely customized using Harley parts. Beach Bars, Custom Paint, White Wall Tires. Over $4500 invested. Flawless and well maintained. Detachable windshield, removable sissy bar, almost every part has been changed out with chrome pieces. Leather Saddle bags. Call to see in person.
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Harley Davidson Case Study
?Harley-Davidson: At Last? as presented in Hartley?s Marketing Mistakes and Successes presents the circumstances around HD?s near collapse and since rinse to near mythic success. This case is a great example of marketing myopia; HD saw them-selves as ?full-size motorcycles? manufactures, not in the transportation, or even the entertainment industry. They believed no one bought motorcycles for transportation, but rather for leisure time use. Like the automotive industry of the time, Harley-Davidson thought its cure customers would buy its products versus those of any of its major competitors, chiefly because they were all foreign. Interesting enough this was true, HD annual unit sales never changed; they just did not grow with either the market or even the population. In the 1950s motorcycle sales were approximately 50,000 units annually, of which HD had 70%. By 1971, there were nearly 4 million motorcycles registered in the US and HD market share had dropped to 5%. Harley-Davidson was founded in 1903 by four men in a wooden shed experimenting with the internal combustion engine. By the beginning of the?60s, HD had practically wiped out all of its domestic competitors. Its motorcycles were used by nearly every police department in America. This was soon to change. The president of Harley-Davidson at the time, William E. Davidson was the son of the founder.read more
Harley-Davidson (HOG) NewsBite - Harley-Davidson Rallying on Fed Decision
Harley-Davidson Inc. (HOG) opened at 48.25. So far today, the stock has hit a low of 48.20 and a high of 49.40. HOG is now trading at 49.07, up 1.29 (2.67%). The stock hit its 52 week high of 75.87 in November and set its 52 week low of 46.15 in September. HOG has been sharply and steadily fallen for most of this year. Harley-Davidson shares have been rallying today with the entire consumer goods market, following the larger than expected 50 basis point rate cut by the Federal Reserve yesterday afternoon. The report eased investors' credit concerns, helping retailers who sell vehicles like Harley-Davidson. Technical indicators for the stock are bearish and steady while S&P gives HOG a negative 2 STARS (out of 5) sell rating. If you’re looking for a hedged play on this stock, consider a November bull-put credit spread below the $42.50 range. HOG stock could fall up to 13.4% before expiration and this position would still be profitable. [RHF- Seven Summits Strategic Investments NewsBite]
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Burglars Ransack Home, Steal Harley
Burglars stole thousands of dollars worth of property and a Harley Davidson motorcycle while they ransacked a Gresham home Monday, according to police.
The break-in happened at a home on Northwest 16th Street in Gresham.
Andy Waterman, who lives at the home, said his home was spotless when he left for work Monday morning. When he came home, the whole place had been turned upside down.
He says thieves escaped with his computer, stereo, digital camera, a camcorder, his leather motorcycle gear and his CD collection.
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The break-in happened at a home on Northwest 16th Street in Gresham.
Andy Waterman, who lives at the home, said his home was spotless when he left for work Monday morning. When he came home, the whole place had been turned upside down.
He says thieves escaped with his computer, stereo, digital camera, a camcorder, his leather motorcycle gear and his CD collection.
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No Unemployment Checks
Thousands of Harley Davidson workers who went on strike earlier this year will not get unemployment checks.
Last February, workers at the plant in York County walked the picket lines for nearly three weeks. Now a state panel says those same workers are not entitled to unemployment for that time.
Under Pennsylvania law unemployment compensation is not allowed when workers are on strike, but is allowed when they are locked out.
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Last February, workers at the plant in York County walked the picket lines for nearly three weeks. Now a state panel says those same workers are not entitled to unemployment for that time.
Under Pennsylvania law unemployment compensation is not allowed when workers are on strike, but is allowed when they are locked out.
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Motorcycle association hosts rockin’ party
This summer, the Cordillera Motorcycle Association had its annual “Rider Cup” blowout at the Summit Course in Cordillera.
Three days and evenings of fun were in store for all who participated, with the emphasis on golf, fine food and good wine, rather than trekking around the country on their motorcycles.
The first day, Senior PGA pro Jim Colbert tooled around the course handing out free shots (the type with the golf club, not a shot glass) to improve everyone’s final score. On several different holes, a selection of breakfast items were served, from custom-made omelets to Belgian waffles and Bloody Marys. The emphasis wasn’t on the quality of golf, but the fun.
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Three days and evenings of fun were in store for all who participated, with the emphasis on golf, fine food and good wine, rather than trekking around the country on their motorcycles.
The first day, Senior PGA pro Jim Colbert tooled around the course handing out free shots (the type with the golf club, not a shot glass) to improve everyone’s final score. On several different holes, a selection of breakfast items were served, from custom-made omelets to Belgian waffles and Bloody Marys. The emphasis wasn’t on the quality of golf, but the fun.
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One dies in crash
A man died after his motorcycle collided with a satellite television van on U.S. 13 around 7 a.m. today, authorities said.
Highway Patrol Trooper B. Wiggs, investigating the scene, said a Harley Davidson collided with a Direct TV van near the Wayne-Sampson county line, about seven miles south of Grantham School.
The patrol could not immediately name the victim nor give his approximate age, Wiggs said.
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Highway Patrol Trooper B. Wiggs, investigating the scene, said a Harley Davidson collided with a Direct TV van near the Wayne-Sampson county line, about seven miles south of Grantham School.
The patrol could not immediately name the victim nor give his approximate age, Wiggs said.
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Monday, September 17, 2007
Harley-Davidsons back on the road in Thailand
After a 10-year absence of an authorised dealer, Harley-Davidson Motor of the US has appointed Harley-Davidson of Bangkok as its sole authorised dealer for sales and service in Thailand. The company will also carry parts, accessories and general merchandise.
"Our plan is to reintroduce Harley-Davidson premium motorcycles to the Thai market," said Bob Guthrie, 60, managing director of Harley-Davidson of Bangkok. Guthrie has ridden Harley-Davidsons since he was 15.
"I love Thailand. I also love the freedom and the riding in Thailand, and I would like to share these experiences with other people," Guthrie said. "I've been in Thailand for 12 years. In the past few years, large motorcycles have become more popular in Thailand, and this trend will continue in the future. Our aim is to maintain Harley-Davidson as the leader in the Thai market."
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Harley suppliers to absorb production pause, but questions remain
Harley-Davidson Inc. will shut down its Springettsbury Township factory the week of Nov. 26 amid sluggish sales.
The company's Kansas City, Mo., plant and three Wisconsin facilities will also be closed.
In York County, the unplanned shutdown amounts to four days because employees are off for the start of deer season on Monday anyway, said Tom Boger, a leader of local lodge 175 of the International Association of Machinists and Aerospace Workers.
Local Harley suppliers said the impact on them would be minimal.
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The company's Kansas City, Mo., plant and three Wisconsin facilities will also be closed.
In York County, the unplanned shutdown amounts to four days because employees are off for the start of deer season on Monday anyway, said Tom Boger, a leader of local lodge 175 of the International Association of Machinists and Aerospace Workers.
Local Harley suppliers said the impact on them would be minimal.
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2003 Harley-Davidson Road Glide - Pick Of The Pen
I bought this bike in August 2003 to replace my stolen '02 FLHT. My Uncle Kebo and I both had anniversary bikes-he just took a different turn and broke his bike down to the frame, then repainted and chromed it.
I said I would never paint my bike unless it was to redo the anniversary colors. Well, after someone decided to give me some special graphics with a nail, I decided it was time for me to do something about it. I got together with Colby and Matt at Anaheim/Fullerton Harley-Davidson and told them I needed to do something wild to keep up with my Uncle Kebo's anniversary FLHT, which was featured in the May 2005 issue of HOT BIKE. Colby and Matt hooked me up with Danny Martinez at Martinez Custom Paint and Chrome. I remember my brother, Big Punchie, telling me, "They can do a bomb-ass paint job, and you'll be stunned how fast they can do it." Well, I took that thought and ran with it.
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I said I would never paint my bike unless it was to redo the anniversary colors. Well, after someone decided to give me some special graphics with a nail, I decided it was time for me to do something about it. I got together with Colby and Matt at Anaheim/Fullerton Harley-Davidson and told them I needed to do something wild to keep up with my Uncle Kebo's anniversary FLHT, which was featured in the May 2005 issue of HOT BIKE. Colby and Matt hooked me up with Danny Martinez at Martinez Custom Paint and Chrome. I remember my brother, Big Punchie, telling me, "They can do a bomb-ass paint job, and you'll be stunned how fast they can do it." Well, I took that thought and ran with it.
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2005 Harley-Davidson Dyna Low Rider - High Explosive
You could say that this is really the story of three bikes, not just the one in the photos. It began a couple of years back when Carolina Harley-Davidson created an Arlen Ness Y2K scoot for Morri Irvin. He fell in love with the rubber-mount bike, but as often happens with a great motorcycle, someone made him an offer he couldn't refuse. After the check cleared, Morri found himself with a pile of money but no ride.
This brings us to motorcycle number two. Morri again showed up at Carolina H-D in Gastonia, NC, to replace his beloved Y2K. This go-'round, however, he wanted to try a different rubber-mount chassis. After talking it over with Carolina Harley's Jim Bortles, Morri went with a brand-new (at the time) Dyna Low Rider. Plans were made, and the bike went straight into the shop area like a caterpillar into a cocoon.
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This brings us to motorcycle number two. Morri again showed up at Carolina H-D in Gastonia, NC, to replace his beloved Y2K. This go-'round, however, he wanted to try a different rubber-mount chassis. After talking it over with Carolina Harley's Jim Bortles, Morri went with a brand-new (at the time) Dyna Low Rider. Plans were made, and the bike went straight into the shop area like a caterpillar into a cocoon.
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Sunday, September 16, 2007
Used Harley Davidson motorcycles
If a person can not afford to buy a new Harley Davidson then it is preferable to buy a used one. For some a new model may be similar in terms of price to luxury automobiles. Even if it is not possible to buy a new Harley Davidson bike, it is possible to have a good deal on a used one. However, there are several important things to be kept in mind while buying a used Harley Davidson.
The most important thing to be kept in mind is, knowing the product while buying a used Harley Davidson. Though Harley Davidson is an excellent motorcycle and has been used for over more than 100 years, there are several versions of this favorite motorcycle, each having a unique set of specifications and features. There is a huge amount of information about this motorcycle, as it has been around for a long time and any information regarding this motorcycle can be found on the internet at any point of time.
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The most important thing to be kept in mind is, knowing the product while buying a used Harley Davidson. Though Harley Davidson is an excellent motorcycle and has been used for over more than 100 years, there are several versions of this favorite motorcycle, each having a unique set of specifications and features. There is a huge amount of information about this motorcycle, as it has been around for a long time and any information regarding this motorcycle can be found on the internet at any point of time.
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Harley Davidson Case Study
Harley-Davidson: At Last? as presented in Hartley?s Marketing Mistakes and Successes presents the circumstances around HD?s near collapse and since rinse to near mythic success. This case is a great example of marketing myopia; HD saw them-selves as ?full-size motorcycles? manufactures, not in the transportation, or even the entertainment industry. They believed no one bought motorcycles for transportation, but rather for leisure time use. Like the automotive industry of the time, Harley-Davidson thought its cure customers would buy its products versus those of any of its major competitors, chiefly because they were all foreign. Interesting enough this was true, HD annual unit sales never changed; they just did not grow with either the market or even the population. In the 1950s motorcycle sales were approximately 50,000 units annually, of which HD had 70%. By 1971, there were nearly 4 million motorcycles registered in the US and HD market share had dropped to 5%. Harley-Davidson was founded in 1903 by four men in a wooden shed experimenting with the internal combustion engine. By the beginning of the?60s, HD had practically wiped out all of its domestic competitors.
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Saturday, September 15, 2007
Tahlequah man one of two killed in crashes
A Tahlequah man died Friday after a motorcycle wreck in Sequoyah County, and a southeastern Oklahoma man was killed Thursday night when he was struck by a car.
Dead are Kenneth Peachey, 59, of Tahlequah and Nickolous Deon Ransom, 24, of Grant.
Peachey died about 1:40 p.m. at St. Francis Hospital in Tulsa, where he was taken after his 2007 Harley-Davidson motorcycle crashed about 11:30 a.m. nine miles north of Vian, according to the Oklahoma Highway Patrol.
He and a passenger had been riding south on Oklahoma 82 when the motorcycle ran off the road on a curve and rolled, the OHP said. Troopers said neither was wearing a helmet.
The passenger, Carolyn Sue Long, 65, also of Tahlequah, was taken in good condition to a Tahlequah hospital, the OHP reported. read more
Dead are Kenneth Peachey, 59, of Tahlequah and Nickolous Deon Ransom, 24, of Grant.
Peachey died about 1:40 p.m. at St. Francis Hospital in Tulsa, where he was taken after his 2007 Harley-Davidson motorcycle crashed about 11:30 a.m. nine miles north of Vian, according to the Oklahoma Highway Patrol.
He and a passenger had been riding south on Oklahoma 82 when the motorcycle ran off the road on a curve and rolled, the OHP said. Troopers said neither was wearing a helmet.
The passenger, Carolyn Sue Long, 65, also of Tahlequah, was taken in good condition to a Tahlequah hospital, the OHP reported. read more
Harley to close for one week
Sep 15, 2007 — Harley-Davidson will cut production by closing its Springettsbury Township plant and others for one week this fall, the company said Friday.
The Milwaukee-based motorcycle maker, which continues to face low dealer sales, told its workers Friday that the company will shut down its final assembly plants in Springettsbury Township and Kansas City, Mo., for the week of Nov. 26.
In addition, Harley-Davidson will shut down its powertrain operations in Wauwatosa, Wis., and Menomonee Falls, Wis., and its Tomahawk Operations in Tomahawk, Wis., that week.
The company will not pay its employees during the shutdown, said Bob Klein, a spokesman for Harley-Davidson.
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The Milwaukee-based motorcycle maker, which continues to face low dealer sales, told its workers Friday that the company will shut down its final assembly plants in Springettsbury Township and Kansas City, Mo., for the week of Nov. 26.
In addition, Harley-Davidson will shut down its powertrain operations in Wauwatosa, Wis., and Menomonee Falls, Wis., and its Tomahawk Operations in Tomahawk, Wis., that week.
The company will not pay its employees during the shutdown, said Bob Klein, a spokesman for Harley-Davidson.
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Mandatory helmet laws bring up same old arguments
Folks in the know expect a dustup sooner or later. Call it the battle between those Born to be Wild and those Born to be Mild.
That prediction comes in the wake of a recommendation this week by a federal agency that all states should pass mandatory helmet laws for motorcyclists.
The recommendation by the National Transportation Safety Board comes a year after 4,810 motorcyclists died in crashes, accounting for more than 10 percent of all motor vehicle fatalities in the United States.
The data is a little moldy in Colorado. But from 1994 to 2005, motorcycle fatalities have gone from 49 to 87. About three-quarters of those killed were not wearing helmets, according to the Colorado State Patrol.
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That prediction comes in the wake of a recommendation this week by a federal agency that all states should pass mandatory helmet laws for motorcyclists.
The recommendation by the National Transportation Safety Board comes a year after 4,810 motorcyclists died in crashes, accounting for more than 10 percent of all motor vehicle fatalities in the United States.
The data is a little moldy in Colorado. But from 1994 to 2005, motorcycle fatalities have gone from 49 to 87. About three-quarters of those killed were not wearing helmets, according to the Colorado State Patrol.
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JEFF 'WILL RIDE ON FOREVER IN OUR HEARTS'
This is the Gorseinon biker killed in a horror smash on the Loughor to Llanelli link road earlier this week.Jeff Williams died when his Harley Davidson bike collided with a lorry at lunchtime on Wednesday.
Friends of Mr Williams, who was known as "Apes" because of the distinctive handlebars on his bike, have paid tribute to him on internet biker forums.
Mr Williams was a member of Y Rohirrin Cymru and Y Demetae motorcycle clubs. Y Demetae club meets regularly at Loughor Boating Club.
Bikers from across the country have been paying their respects on motorcycle club forums.read more
Friends of Mr Williams, who was known as "Apes" because of the distinctive handlebars on his bike, have paid tribute to him on internet biker forums.
Mr Williams was a member of Y Rohirrin Cymru and Y Demetae motorcycle clubs. Y Demetae club meets regularly at Loughor Boating Club.
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Harley Temporary Shut-down
MILWAUKEE - Harley Davidson plans to shut down five of its manufacturing plants for one week in November. The company released a statement saying it is part of a plan to "scale back production across its manufacturing sites."
Workers will not be paid during the week-long shut down, which begins November 26. The company said it will continue health insurance coverage.
The temporary shut-down affects plants in Wauwatosa, Menomonee Falls, and Tomahawk, Wisconsin. It also affects plants in Kansas City, Missouri and York, Pennsylvania.
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Friday, September 14, 2007
WOMAN'S SHOCK AT DEATH CRASH HORROR
A Woman has spoken of her shock as she witnessed Wednesday's fatal crash on the Swansea to Llanelli link road.The Llanelli woman, who does not wish to be named, told the Post how she watched the collision between a lorry and a Harley Davidson motorbike on the A484 between Loughor and Trostre.
The dead man has been named locally as Llanelli Corus worker Jeff Thomas Williams, of Gorseinon.
Dyfed-Powys Police could not confirm the name of the man.
Mr Williams lived in Cecil Road, Gorseinon, it has been reported.
The eyewitness, from Felinfoel, said: "I was travelling from Llanelli to Loughor with my husband.
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The dead man has been named locally as Llanelli Corus worker Jeff Thomas Williams, of Gorseinon.
Dyfed-Powys Police could not confirm the name of the man.
Mr Williams lived in Cecil Road, Gorseinon, it has been reported.
The eyewitness, from Felinfoel, said: "I was travelling from Llanelli to Loughor with my husband.
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People often want what isnt easy to get, and women like a little challenge.
Meanwhile, top men harley-davidson boots makes are hustin 11, faded glory, badlands, crossroads-steel toe, amarillo, harness, and brake buckle 6 steel toe. You can see the calico basin, which is a very pretty vista, and enjoy the relative solitude. They follow their own rules and don t let others (including their dates) walk all over them. People often want what isnt easy to get, and women like a little challenge. If you want to compete your harley-davidson image, these accessories are for you. Seriously, if you see a shark the best thing to do is stay calm and swim quickly, but smoothly, back to the shore or surface.
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Motorcycles Are Dependable
Motorcycles must be leaned in order to turn. Motorcycles from a number of manufacturers now have electric windshields, which raise and lower the windshield with the push of a button to the optimum height for conditions. Motorcycles have a far higher rate of crippling and fatal accidents per unit distance than automobiles. Motorcycles are also exempt from toll bridge charges at some crossings, such as the Severn Bridge and Dartford Crossing. Motorcycles filled the gaps as dependable, reliable vehicles.
Harley
Harley has a new facility for service, performance. Harley Davidson is a name that is synonymous with motorcycle. Harley Davidson motorcycle parts can be bought directly from the Harley Davidson company, from a Harley dealer or from a secondary market source.read more
Harley
Harley has a new facility for service, performance. Harley Davidson is a name that is synonymous with motorcycle. Harley Davidson motorcycle parts can be bought directly from the Harley Davidson company, from a Harley dealer or from a secondary market source.read more
Harley Davidson and God
The inventor of the Harley-Davidson motorcycle, Arthur Davidson, died and went to heaven. At the gates, St. Peter told Arthur, "Since you've been such a good man and your motorcycles have changed the world, your reward is, you can hang out with anyone you want in Heaven."
Arthur thought about it for a minute and then said, "I want to hang out with God."
St. Peter took Arthur to the Throne Room, and introduced him to God. God recognized Arthur and commented, "Okay, so you were the one who invented the Harley Davidson motorcycle!"
Arthur said, "Yeah, that's me..."
God commented: "Well, what's the big deal in inventing something that's pretty unstable, makes noise and pollution, and can't run without a road?"
Arthur was apparently embarrassed, but finally spoke, "Excuse me, but aren't you the inventor of woman?"
God said, "Ah, yes." read more
Arthur thought about it for a minute and then said, "I want to hang out with God."
St. Peter took Arthur to the Throne Room, and introduced him to God. God recognized Arthur and commented, "Okay, so you were the one who invented the Harley Davidson motorcycle!"
Arthur said, "Yeah, that's me..."
God commented: "Well, what's the big deal in inventing something that's pretty unstable, makes noise and pollution, and can't run without a road?"
Arthur was apparently embarrassed, but finally spoke, "Excuse me, but aren't you the inventor of woman?"
God said, "Ah, yes." read more
Women driving motorcycle sales
As a child, Genevieve Schmitt would cover her ears when a giant motorcycle with loud pipes blasted past.
Today that big-twin thunder is music to her ears, and she's the one making the noise.
After decades of riding on the backs of bikes often driven by men, women in growing numbers are sliding to the front of the saddle and driving themselves, a movement Schmitt fosters as president of Women Riders Now, based in Livingston, Mont.
Women account for at least 10 percent of motorcyclists in the U.S. today, and they're the fastest-growing segment in the graying $9.7 billion motorcycle industry.
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Harley hikes quarterly dividend 20 percent
Harley-Davidson Inc ., the largest U.S. motorcycle maker, raised its quarterly dividend 20 percent, the second increase this year. The payout will be 30 cents, Milwaukee-based Harley said. The company on April 28 lifted the dividend 19 percent, to 25 cents. Harley is boosting payments to shareholders as its profit outlook dims and shares decline. The maker has deepened production cuts and reduced its earnings forecast for 2007 as much as 6 percent. Shares have dropped 33 percent this year through Wednesday. "Despite the production cuts, they've got some confidence on their cash flow for 2008 and beyond," said Joe Hovorka, an analyst for Raymond James & Associates in Atlanta.
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Initials excitement: 2008 Harley-Davidson Tourers
To teenage boys, when I was growing up, the letters "FL" stood for something that made us giggle. In the alphabet soup of Harley-Davidson's model list, they signify touring motorcycles.
Whether the bike of your dreams is labelled FLHX (Street Glide), FLHR (Road King) or FLHTCU (Ultra Classic Electra Glide) – to pick but a few of the variants – the presence of those twin initial letters tells you that it's designed to cover distances in comfort.
In fact "luxury" is closer to the mark. Harley-lovers call the company's touring family "sofas" but Habitat never made anything so sumptuous. To riders of modern European and Japanese touring machines, these Harleys resemble furniture trucks and threaten similar levels of agility.read more
Whether the bike of your dreams is labelled FLHX (Street Glide), FLHR (Road King) or FLHTCU (Ultra Classic Electra Glide) – to pick but a few of the variants – the presence of those twin initial letters tells you that it's designed to cover distances in comfort.
In fact "luxury" is closer to the mark. Harley-lovers call the company's touring family "sofas" but Habitat never made anything so sumptuous. To riders of modern European and Japanese touring machines, these Harleys resemble furniture trucks and threaten similar levels of agility.read more
Thursday, September 13, 2007
Man identified in Harley crash
NORTH MANATEE --A Florida Highway Patrol report identified the victim Wednesday of a recent motorcycle accident.
Robert E. Murray, 46, of Seffner, died Monday at Bayfront Medical Center from injuries he suffered in a collision with another vehicle about 1:25 p.m. Sunday.
Murray was riding his 1996 Harley-Davidson motorcycle behind Angel, and failed to stop in time, running into the back of the Chevrolet.
The investigation showed Murray tried to stop, leaving more than 30 feet of skid marks on the highway. He was not wearing a helmet.
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Robert E. Murray, 46, of Seffner, died Monday at Bayfront Medical Center from injuries he suffered in a collision with another vehicle about 1:25 p.m. Sunday.
Murray was riding his 1996 Harley-Davidson motorcycle behind Angel, and failed to stop in time, running into the back of the Chevrolet.
The investigation showed Murray tried to stop, leaving more than 30 feet of skid marks on the highway. He was not wearing a helmet.
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Motorcyclists may be forced to wear helmets
ANCHORAGE, Alaska -- Alaska requires motorcycle passengers to wear helmets. Right now they are optional for drivers -- but that could change.
Today the National Transportation Safety Board took the first step to require states to make helmets mandatory for all riders. The decision was sparked by a doubling of related deaths since 1997.
A unanimous vote today by the NTSB recommends that every state create and enforce mandatory helmet laws for motorcycle riders and their passengers.
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Harley Davidson Mania
Harley Davidson is a legend with a legacy spanning over a hundred years that epitomizes more than anything else, a superlative way of life that is distinct and characterized by freedom (two-wheeled declarations of independence as they're popularly called).
Owning one instantly catapults you to demi-god status no matter which part of the world you are in, and makes other bikes pale in comparison. Entrepreneur Parvez Damania is an ardent Harley Davidson enthusiast who has the distinction of owning not one but two Harleys: the Nightrod which is his latest buy and the 1200 Custom which he purchased over a year ago.
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Owning one instantly catapults you to demi-god status no matter which part of the world you are in, and makes other bikes pale in comparison. Entrepreneur Parvez Damania is an ardent Harley Davidson enthusiast who has the distinction of owning not one but two Harleys: the Nightrod which is his latest buy and the 1200 Custom which he purchased over a year ago.
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Wednesday, September 5, 2007
Harley-Davidson Motor Company Signs with Planalytics to Provide Business Weather Intelligence
Planalytics, Inc. announced today that Harley-Davidson Motor Company, the only major U.S.-based motorcycle manufacturer, has recently contracted for its Business Weather
Intelligence(SM) services.
Planalytics provides an understanding of the correlation between past weather patterns and sales history. Using that modeling, Planalytics can project weather's impact on future demand for Harley-Davidson products.Planalytics Planner(SM) tool allows the customer to apply that intelligence to Harley-Davidson's current business processes.
Other tools, like Planalytics DirectAccess(SM), allow customers to enhance information by researching zip codes for trends such as normal temperatures, comparisons to last year, day counts of precipitation and much more.
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Intelligence(SM) services.
Planalytics provides an understanding of the correlation between past weather patterns and sales history. Using that modeling, Planalytics can project weather's impact on future demand for Harley-Davidson products.Planalytics Planner(SM) tool allows the customer to apply that intelligence to Harley-Davidson's current business processes.
Other tools, like Planalytics DirectAccess(SM), allow customers to enhance information by researching zip codes for trends such as normal temperatures, comparisons to last year, day counts of precipitation and much more.
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Tuesday, August 21, 2007
Buell Plans Big 25th Anniversary Party
Fresh off its successful 2007 Homecoming events, Buell Motorcycle Company has announced the dates of the 2008 Buell 25th Anniversary activities in Wisconsin next summer. The events will take place July 2-6, 2008 at various locations, including the Buell Motorcycle Company facilities in East Troy, Wis. and other surrounding communities.
Local Buell dealers also hosted events, including Team Extreme stunt riders at Hal's Harley-Davidson/Buell in New Berlin, Wis., followed by a ride to Great Lakes Dragaway in Union Grove, Wis. for the Midwest Shootout. There was also a Uke's Harley-Davidson/Buell ride from East Troy to Kenosha, Wis., with a Bubba Blackwell performance at Uke's along with a cookout and museum tour.
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Only the Best in Rides and Rooms for Harley-Davidson Enthusiasts: New Best Western Savings and Rewards for Bikers
When Harley-Davidson ® riders are out on the open road, the horizon stretched out in front of them and the wind at their backs, they feel as though they could ride forever. But sooner or later day turns into night, and every biker starts to think of where to turn in.
That's when all signs point to Best Western ® hotels, the only place where H-D® riders can earn points or air miles through Gold Crown Club ® International Ride Rewards™.
This exclusive Harley-Davidson® rewards program offers free membership and sign-up that's a simple click away on the H-D website, harley-davidson.com/riderewards.
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That's when all signs point to Best Western ® hotels, the only place where H-D® riders can earn points or air miles through Gold Crown Club ® International Ride Rewards™.
This exclusive Harley-Davidson® rewards program offers free membership and sign-up that's a simple click away on the H-D website, harley-davidson.com/riderewards.
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Monday, August 20, 2007
Bikers hit the road for a good cause
Have you ever heard that bikers hit road for a good cause?
Here is a piece of good news about bikers hitting road to raise money for the Muscular Dystrophy Association.
The annual event started in 1998 and grows in participation and contributions every year.
So let's have a look at how the annual event will develop this year.
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Here is a piece of good news about bikers hitting road to raise money for the Muscular Dystrophy Association.
The annual event started in 1998 and grows in participation and contributions every year.
So let's have a look at how the annual event will develop this year.
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Great news:Harley shop opening up for tours
Thunder Mountain Custom Cycles bikes are on display at the Thunder in the Rockies motorcycle rally in 2005.
Glad to share the news with you,wish you will have a good time if you go there.
You know Harley comes to live on Thunder Mountain Customs which will be opened for tours.
Many motorcycles will be displayed from 10am to 4pm September 1-2.
Then the Thunder Mountain Customs will be the motorcycle mecca.
Take your time and come to enjoy yourself.
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Sunday, August 19, 2007
Motorcycle parade turns Racine into HOG heaven
The parade of Harley-Davidson motorcycles at 9 a.m. on Saturday rumbling east on Washington Avenue just lilke a thunder to someone who has heard it,but actually it wasn't.
After the parade arrived and the motorcycles were parked in shiny rows all around Festival Hall, a bunch of people in leather and denim filled the bleachers to listen to a couple of law enforcement officers.
And also there was another day of events Downtown for the 2007 state rally of the Harley Owners Group.
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After the parade arrived and the motorcycles were parked in shiny rows all around Festival Hall, a bunch of people in leather and denim filled the bleachers to listen to a couple of law enforcement officers.
And also there was another day of events Downtown for the 2007 state rally of the Harley Owners Group.
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HARLEY-DAVIDSON FUNDRAISING EFFORTS RAISED $87,000 FOR MDA AT STURGIS RALLY
Harley-Davidson has made fundraising efforts to raise money for the Muscular Dystrophy Association (MDA). And it has raised more than $87,000 during the 2007 Sturgis Rally in Sturgis, SD.
In order to raised money during the event August 4-11, Harley-Davidson employees, MDA organizers and event volunteers participated in various activities,such as, Harley-Davidson and MDA volunteers sold event pins and raffle tickets for a 2008 Harley-Davidson FXSTC Softail Custom motorcycle customized by Willie G Davidson with special Sturgis graphics,etc.
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In order to raised money during the event August 4-11, Harley-Davidson employees, MDA organizers and event volunteers participated in various activities,such as, Harley-Davidson and MDA volunteers sold event pins and raffle tickets for a 2008 Harley-Davidson FXSTC Softail Custom motorcycle customized by Willie G Davidson with special Sturgis graphics,etc.
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Friday, August 17, 2007
We are Family
With 30 H.O.G. Chapters in the state; we are like one big, happy family when we join together for the Wisconsin State H.O.G. Rally! We’d like you to join our family for a reunion on August 16-19, 2007.
Thursday Night Party at Racine Harley-Davidson! Before the rally starts, please join your friends at "Welcome to Racine Party" put on by Racine Harley-Davidson from 6:00-9:00 pm.
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Thursday Night Party at Racine Harley-Davidson! Before the rally starts, please join your friends at "Welcome to Racine Party" put on by Racine Harley-Davidson from 6:00-9:00 pm.
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Harley-Davidson Foundation
The mission of the Harley-Davidson Foundation is to support the communities in which we have facilities with funding and employee volunteerism. The Foundation reaches out to build healthy, thriving communities by placing an emphasis on Education, Community Revitalization, Arts & Culture, Health and the Environment. The Harley-Davidson Foundation targets areas of greatest need among under-served populations to enhance the quality of life in our communities. The Foundation also supports selected national causes, including Veterans initiatives.
While most funding goes to community organizations, the Foundation may consider contributions to national organizations where the impact of such giving can be maximized through the involvement of employees, customers or other Harley-Davidson stakeholders.
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While most funding goes to community organizations, the Foundation may consider contributions to national organizations where the impact of such giving can be maximized through the involvement of employees, customers or other Harley-Davidson stakeholders.
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History of Harley - Davidson
In 1903 in Milwaukee, Bill Harley and Arthur Walter Davidson developed a one-cylinder motorcycle.
1910 brought the legendary "Bar and Shield" logo that was placed on their motorcycle.
The year 1912 saw further growth of the Harley-Davidson Company.
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About Harley-Davidson Museum
In March of 2005 the city of Milwaukee and Harley-Davidson Motor Company signed formal agreements related to Harley-Davidson's purchase of the Museum site at Sixth and Canal Streets near downtown Milwaukee.
In late February 2006, designs for the Museum were unveiled. On June 1, 2006, Harley-Davidson launched construction of the much-anticipated Harley-Davidson Museum with a groundbreaking ceremony. The event held on the future Museum grounds at Sixth and Canal Streets in Milwaukee was attended by hundreds of invited guests, including state and local government officials; representatives of Harley-Davidson riders, dealers, suppliers and employees; current and past company executives; and local business and community leaders.
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Sturgis Rally proves boring
Harley-Davidson held its annual show at the Rapid City Civic Center, where tens of thousands of Harley enthusiasts make the annual pilgrimage to pick up the all important Harley pin along with seeing the lineup of motorcycles and of course the clothes. It was interesting to watch the throng enter the center to partake in all things Harley. Most were gray-haired carrying a few extra pounds and dressed as only a biker can.
We did get to sit side-by-side with Harley-Davidson guru Willie G. Davidson, who was taking a lunch break at the civic center. I managed to keep from running over and asking for an autograph or picture, though others didn’t.
Scooter and I managed to escape the deluge at the Sawtooth Saloon, a little bar about midway between Sturgis and Rapid City along I-90. There we watched as motorcycles came to a low spot in the interstate where water was probably more than 6 inches deep.
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We did get to sit side-by-side with Harley-Davidson guru Willie G. Davidson, who was taking a lunch break at the civic center. I managed to keep from running over and asking for an autograph or picture, though others didn’t.
Scooter and I managed to escape the deluge at the Sawtooth Saloon, a little bar about midway between Sturgis and Rapid City along I-90. There we watched as motorcycles came to a low spot in the interstate where water was probably more than 6 inches deep.
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