Synopses & Reviews
The World of Harley-Davidson covers the history of the company and the machine from its humble origin in a small Milwaukee basement, through its ascendance as the largest motorcycle manufacturer in the world, its bankruptcy and near demise in the 1980s, to its gradual rebirth in the 1990s. The book includes the history of the development of the now-classic trademark V-twin engine, its racing history, its significant role throughout the 20th century and much, much more. What makes Harley-Davidson unique is the culture that has emerged around it: the love affair forged between aficionado and crafted heavy metal as evidenced in the custom scene, the numerous annual rally meets, the shady underworld of biker gangs, and Hollywood's fascination with it.
Synopsis
The World of Harley-Davidson covers the history of the company and the machine from its humble origin in a small Milwaukee basement through its ascendance as the largest motorcycle manufacturer in the world, its bankruptcy and near demise in the 1980s, to its gradual rebirth in the 1990s. The book includes the history of the development of the now classic trademark V-twin engine, its racing history, its significant role throughout the 20th century and much, much more.