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A Walk Through Harley History

Posted by Phil Gauthier | Jul 17, 2020 | Industry & Racing | 0 |

Legendary Bikes: 1968 Egli Vincent Black Shadow Re...

Posted by Road Dirt Crew | Jun 10, 2020 | Legendary Bikes | 0 |

A Walk Through Harley History

by Phil Gauthier | Jul 17, 2020 | Industry & Racing | 0 |

As an unapologetic Harley-Davidson owner and brand “Fan Boy” I was, dare I say, exuberant when the opportunity to tour the Harley-Davidson Museum recently presented itself. When I decided it was time to get back on a street bike there was no question it would be a model from the Milwaukee based icon. Since purchasing my first Harley in 2017 I’ve found myself enamored with the lore of the brand and its roots in American manufacturing and motorcycle history. Yes, the company has expanded globally in both manufacturing and distribution, but the impact that the Harley-Davidson Motor Company had in the U.S. during their early years is undeniable. I was excited to take this two-wheeled trip through time and the museum did not disappoint.

Legendary Bikes: 1968 Egli Vincent Black Shadow Recreation

by Road Dirt Crew | Jun 10, 2020 | Legendary Bikes | 0 |

One look is all it takes to fall in love with the unique architecture of the 1968 Egli Vincent Black Shadow Recreation. This gorgeous piece of machinery is produced by Vincent expert Patrick Godet, a French designer given sole license to produce frames by original designer Fritz Egli himself. The story of this beautiful bike began in 1967, when Swiss engineer and racer Fritz Egli teamed up with Vincent to create an updated bike frame worthy of “the world’s fastest engine”.