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A rider on a black 2021 Harley-Davidson Pan America 1250 in front of an orange 1250 Special in the desert

The 2021 Harley-Davidson Pan America 1250 Is Finally Ready for Adventure

With Harley-Davidson’s recent financial troubles, the fate of some of its concept motorcycles was uncertain for a time. But after the electric LiveWire ferried Ewan McGregor in Long Way Up, we learned that Harley was still planning on releasing the Pan America adventure bike. And now, it’s finally arrived. The 2021 Harley-Davidson Pan America 1250: …
A photo of a Harley-Davidson Sportster on the road.

All Of These Motorcycles Killed Off In 2021

Harley, Yamaha, and others are discontinuing a number of bikes in 2021. Some, we’re glad to see them go. But others are like old friends that have been around for years. Still, we know that with the old going out there is a lot of new coming in. So here are the motorcycles that will …
Harley-Davidson motorcycles lined up for sale at Chicago Harley-Davidson on April 20, 2010, in Glenview, Illinois.

The Most Common Harley-Davidson Complaints

Any established company gets complaints. Professional and amateur critics unfailingly take issues with products. And when a company sells an extensive product line, not every offering is a hit. In fact, some are almost guaranteed duds. Despite Harley-Davidson‘s excellent reputation as a maker of quality bikes and its storied century-plus history, it has seen its …
American stunt rider Evel Knievel (1938-2007) pops a wheelie on his Harley-Davidson motorcycle circa 1975

There Was Only 1 Harley-Davidson Good Enough for Evel Knievel

Robert Knievel, better known as Evel Knievel, captured what motorcycle culture is all about. His rebellious nature fueled his bold and ambitious career as a professional daredevil. “Evil Knievel” was the nickname a police officer gave him in jail one night after he crashed his motorcycle while trying to escape the fuzz. But fearing an …
A logo of Harley-Davidson, seen on a bike from Christian Motorcyclists Association (CMA), parked in Dublin city center.

The 1990 Fat Boy Is 1 of Harley-Davidson’s Best Motorcycles

What brand name comes to mind when you hear the word motorcycle? With all the brands out there, the one that probably rushes to your mind first is Harley-Davidson. Harley is one of the best motorcycle manufacturers out there. It’s produced more bestsellers than you can count.  Driving.Ca compiled a list of what they felt …
The rear 3/4 view of a black-and-red 2022 Indian FTR

Will the 2022 Indian FTR Leave the Harley-Davidson Custom 1250 in the Dust?

While the Custom 1250’s future was uncertain, Harley-Davidson is indeed putting the concept bike into production. And while it broadly follows the cruiser formula, the motorcycle has a few flat-tracker elements, too. But until it officially debuts, the only street-legal American factory flat-tracker is the Indian FTR. And for 2022, Indian is giving it an …
A black 2020 Harley-Davidson Street 750

It’s the End of the Road for the Harley-Davidson Street 750 and 500

Despite its financial struggles, Harley-Davidson is going forward with some of its anticipated motorcycle introductions. The Pan American adventure bike, for example, has a 2021 release date. So does the Custom 1250, though it may have a different name. However, not all of the company’s bikes are heading into 2021. Specifically, the Harley-Davidson Street 750 …
The rear 3/4 view of the white 2018 Harley-Davidson Custom 1250 concept

Harley-Davidson’s Custom 1250 Concept Is Coming in 2021

While bikes like the Street Glide show that Harley-Davidson still builds good cruiser motorcycles, that’s no longer enough to sustain the brand. Other bike companies, such as BMW and Royal Enfield, have been making inroads on the segment. And while Indian still makes cruisers, it now offers flat-trackers, too. But following the announcement of a …
A photo of a Harley-Davidson Sportster on the road.

When Is the Best Time to Buy a Harley-Davidson?

If you’ve been eyeing a Harley-Davidson as your next motorcycle, it’s almost the right time to buy. As the snow begins to fall and motorcycles and sports cars alike retreat into garages, a unique opportunity appears. With fewer riders on the road and almost none buying bikes. Harley-Davidson’s sales figures show the end of the …
The Harley-Davidson Serial 1 e-bike in front of the Serial One motorcycle

Harley-Davidson’s First E-Bike Has a Historic Name

As turbulent as the last few months and years have been for Harley-Davidson, some of the company’s long-term plans are starting to come to life. For example, the long-teased Pan America adventure bike is coming in 2021. But there’s one more product that’s about to hit the road: an e-bike. It’s called the Harley-Davidson Serial …
A dark-blue 2020 Harley-Davidson Street Glide parked on a beach

Is the 2020 Harley-Davidson Street Glide the Best Cruiser To Buy?

The Pan America adventure bike is joining the Harley-Davidson lineup soon. But for now, the vast majority of the brand’s sales come from cruiser motorcycles. And while companies like Royal Enfield are getting into the segment, Harley’s bikes are typically the standard. In fact, Popular Mechanics considers the 2020 Harley-Davidson Street Glide the best cruiser …
An orange-tanked Harley-Davidson Pan America concept parked on a dry lakebed

The Harley-Davidson Pan America Adventure Bike Will Hit the Dirt Soon

Although it makes some excellent cruisers, Harley-Davidson’s lineup outside the segment is basically just the electric LiveWire. However, as part of its plan under past-CEO Matt Levatich, Harley was working on several decidedly non-cruiser bikes. One of these planned models was the Harley-Davidson Pan America, an adventure bike meant to take on manufacturers like BMW. …
Ewan McGregor on his blue Harley-Davidson LiveWire modified for Long Way Up

How Harley-Davidson Prepped the LiveWire for Ewan McGregor’s Long Way Up

Although Long Way Up uses Rivian R1Ts as support vehicles, the main mechanical stars of the show are the Harley-Davidson LiveWires the hosts ride. Ewan McGregor and his co-host and friend Charley Boorman specifically chose electric motorcycles for their third journey together. But while the Harley-Davidson LiveWire is fast, it’s still a street bike at …
2005 Harley Davidson Softail | Gabrielle R DeSantis

A Harley With Chrome Is All You Need

If you are a fan of cruising the highways, scenic trails, and dangerous mountain passes on two-wheel instead of four, chances are you are also a fan of Harley Davidson. Anyone has ridden a Harley will tell you that there is just a little something special about them. The feel of two wheels on the …
A black 2021 Indian Vintage Dark Horse with optional tall handlebars in front of a train

Does the 2021 Indian Vintage Dark Horse Gallop Past the BMW R18?

With the release of the R18 cruiser, BMW’s motorcycle division has something to take Harley-Davidson head-on. But Harley-Davidson isn’t the only bike company with cruisers; it’s not even the only American one. Indian has a long and historic rivalry with Harley, and it similarly focuses on cruiser-style bikes. And for 2021, it might have something …
The black-and-chrome-trimmed 2021 BMW R18 First Edition

The 2021 BMW R18 Cruiser Is a Bavarian Harley-Davidson

Usually, adventure bikes are the first things that come to mind when thinking about BMW motorcycles. But the German company also offers sportbikes and some scrambler look-alikes. And for a brief period, it had a cruiser, too. But despite starring in a James Bond movie, the R1200C wasn’t particularly popular. However, the company is taking …