- Hardcover: 288 pages
- Publisher: Bulfinch (Oct 11 2002)
- Language: English
- ISBN-10: 0821228196
- ISBN-13: 978-0821228197
- Product Dimensions: 28.8 x 3.4 x 29.2 cm
- Shipping Weight: 2.2 Kg
- Average Customer Review: 4.5 out of 5 stars See all reviews (6 customer reviews)
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Amazon Bestsellers Rank:
#212,545 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
- #26 in Books > Nonfiction > Automotive > Motorcycles > Pictorial
- #37 in Books > Nonfiction > Automotive > Motorcycles > History
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From Publishers Weekly
With sexy full-page photo spreads and plenty of motorcycle lore, this commemorative volume celebrates the centennial of the legendary motor company. Davidson, vice president of Styling at Harley-Davidson and the grandson of one of the original founders, gives a decade-by-decade account of the company and the rise of biker culture. He describes the tinkerers perfecting the "motorized bicycle" in the basement of the Davidson family home in Milwaukee, Wisc., in 1903; the role of women riders-who were among the bike's earliest enthusiasts-and H.O.G. rallies and socials; and, of course, the postwar decades when rebel types "eager to have too much fun" captured the public imagination and forever changed the image of the motorcycle. The book includes two-page spreads of motorcycles for years during which Harley offered a new design, and Davidson shares his own passion for the machines and his memories of the family business throughout.
Copyright 2002 Reed Business Information, Inc.
Copyright 2002 Reed Business Information, Inc.
From Booklist
This absolutely gorgeous oversize book documents the first century of Harley-Davidson motorcycles--or "motorized bicycles," as they were referred to in earlier days. The author's history of the company has a personal touch, since he is the grandson of one of the four founders. In chapters covering two decades at a time, he chronicles the business side of the company and the mechanical evolution of the product. And what a product it has been--each step in its development is illustrated here with bountiful photographs, many of which came from Davidson's personal collection and company archives. This book is a firm invitation to take to the open road, and all the publicity hype behind its publication, including an initial print run of 250,000 copies, will mean that readership interest will be high. A book to savor. Brad Hooper
Copyright © American Library Association. All rights reserved
Copyright © American Library Association. All rights reserved
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MOST STORIES ABOUT THE EARLIEST DAYS OF Harley-Davidson focus foremost on the hardware-that first engine, the bicycle frame, and so on-then the narrative builds from there. Read the first page
Front Cover | Copyright | Table of Contents | Excerpt | Back Cover
MOST STORIES ABOUT THE EARLIEST DAYS OF Harley-Davidson focus foremost on the hardware-that first engine, the bicycle frame, and so on-then the narrative builds from there. Read the first page
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4.0 out of 5 stars
Great history recount,
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This review is from: 100 Years of Harley-Davidson (Hardcover)
I would recommend this one to any cycle enthusiast; however I did miss:- More mechanical facts - A more thorough coverage of all models (e.g. the 800 sporstster is barely mentioned) Otherwise, a must-have.
4.0 out of 5 stars
A century in the life of The Hog,
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This review is from: 100 Years of Harley-Davidson (Hardcover)
Clearly a grand advertisement & a fine way to take a peek at the transformation of The Hog. Along the way you'll catch glimpses of both ten decades of advertising & dressage styles. If you're expecting to see the development of the mystique we've come to associate with The Hog, you will be disappointed for those who make The Hog are not necessarily those with whom it is associated. I don't think I've seen so many squeaky-clean, carefree people up close, sans helmets too! Actually, a fascinating book & certainly one any lover of motorbikes, the open road & social styles will enjoy.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Willy G. - American Icon,
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This review is from: 100 Years of Harley-Davidson (Hardcover)
First class work from the top-shelf Harley Davidson Guy, grandson of the founder. If you buy any Harley book in your life get this. Don't miss the chance to read the rare Harely novel "THE SECOND COMING OF AGE" by: Vedrine. These books will be collectable classics; highly treasured and read at the next centennial celebration.
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