Harley Davisdon

During the past five years the Harley-Davidson Motor Company has had a new building under construction practically all of the time. As soon as one was finished another was started. While the contractors were finishing the upper floors the lower floors were being used for manufacturing.” — The Harley-Davidson Dealer, January 1913 The Harley-Davidson Motor Company began in a small shed behind the Davidson family home  in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. In 1906, the founders built a one-s

We just boarded the ferry on our way back to the Rock after the HOG Inverno event in Salerno… and wow, what a weekend! Memories, memories, memories. Yes, it’s HOG Inverno. Yes, it was cold. Yes, we had some beautiful sunny days. And yes, we also got our fair share of rain on the road. All as expected… or was it? Truth is, every HOG event is special, and this year’s Inverno was no exception. As usual, La Valette rolled in strong to join our Etna Chapter buddies. Some rode all

Harley-Davidson kicked off its 2026 line-up reveal with a mix of familiar favourites and new trims, rolling out the first wave of bikes that will soon reach dealerships worldwide. This preview is similar to the early look at the full 2025 Harley-Davidson model range. This year’s announcement came with a Model Year 2026 Reveal – Chapter One video drop on the company’s YouTube channel, giving riders a first look at what’s next for the iconic brand. More new bikes are coming in

The day we’ve all been waiting for finally arrived—the 35th Fatboy Anniversary Run! The excitement had been building for weeks, and the anticipation was off the charts. We gathered at our usual spot in Mriehel—Kettles. And let me tell you, the numbers were strong. Over 40 bikes rolled in, with nearly half of them being Fatboys. All gleaming in the sun and ready to hit the road. But it wasn’t just the numbers that were impressive… oh no. We had 19 Fatboys in total, and what a

Interviewer Oliver Cassar When you meet Ramsden, it doesn’t take long to realize two things: his love for motorcycles runs deep, and his eye for detail extends far beyond the road. After years of riding solo, his journey recently took a new turn when he joined the La Valette Harley Owners Group, bringing his custom Harley-Davidson Fat Boy — and his camera — along for the ride. Background & Beginnings 1. Ramsden, let’s start from the beginning — what first drew you to motorcyc

The Legend Forged in Steel When Harley-Davidson unveiled the Fat Boy in 1990, it wasn’t just another motorcycle — it was a statement. Broad, low, unapologetically muscular, it looked like nothing else on the road. Designed by Willie G. Davidson and Louie Netz, the Fat Boy was Harley’s answer to a growing desire for factory customs that carried all the craftsmanship of a garage build but the dependability of production engineering. What they created was a motorcycle that looke

Every end of week, the streets of Mriehel echo with the unmistakable rumble of Harley-Davidson V-twins as our La Valette Malta HOG riders...

First came the motorbike and, boys being boys, inevitably soon after came motorbike races. Back in the early 1900s Harley Davidson was...

From nearly the beginning the sidecar has been a part of motorcycling. And they are more than just something you used to hook onto your...

On Sept. 6, 1920, Harley-Davidson racer Ray Weishaar was photographed offering a Coke to a piglet. Now, 100 years later, it's one of...

With less than 150 miles of paved roads in the whole country in 1908, the Detroit Police Department needed something faster than a horse,...

For over a century, Harley-Davidson has been synonymous with freedom, rebellion, and the open road. The iconic brand has inspired...

You might think that Harley-Davidson was founded by two guys whose last names were Harley and Davidson, and you would be partway...

David Mann  (September 10, 1940 — September 11, 2004) was a California graphic artist whose paintings celebrated biker culture,...

Codebreaking your Harley VIN (Vehicle Identification Number)   If you’ve ever had to contact a Harley dealer to ask about a part for your...

Few things embody the spirit of freedom and adventure like a Harley-Davidson rally. Across Europe, Harley enthusiasts gather throughout...

From the moment I first sat on my Street Glide ST, I knew I was in for something special. A true long-distance machine, this black...

In the rough-and-tumble copper mining town of Butte, Montana, during the late 1950s, a young Robert Craig Knievel struggled to make a...

Harley-Davidson motorcycles have long been a symbol of freedom, rebellion, and the American spirit, making them a perfect fit for the...

The world of motorcycles has seen many rivalries, but few are as storied and intense as that between Indian Motorcycle and Harley...