Harley Davidson 1903 1968

For Harley-Davidson history buffs! Rare archive photos show the evolution of the Harley-Davidson from its pioneering machines in the early 1900s to the end of the Panhead era in 1965. An expert guide to this true American legend.

Motorcycles built by the Milwaukee-based company from its inception in 1903 until the suspension of civilian manufacturing at the outbreak of World War II are the most prized bikes among motorcycle collectors. Color photography of restored models features such classics as early singles and twins, World War I military models, racers, Flatheads and Knuckleheads. These early Harley-Davidsons also inform the inspiration for many of the aesthetic touches, including paint schemes and logos, on Harley-Davidson's modern offerings. Included in this history is a remarkable, never-before-published prototype drawing from 1901.

Reprints of articles published in Cycle world magazine between Jan. 1962 and Apr. 1968. This collection of reprints originally published 1987 by CBS magazines.

Though hundreds of books have been published about Harley Davidson, there has never been one quite like this remarkable volume. This is an extraordinarily detailed ‘facts and figures’ book about the motorcycles made by the Milwaukee company up to 1983. Each bike receives a thorough account of its technical specification and evolution, supported by extensive tabular material covering specifications, performance and production figures, plus reference photographs. It adds up to a must-have work of reference that all fans will want to possess.