The Harley-Davidson Source Book: All the Milestone Production Models Since 1903
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The Harley-Davidson Source Book celebrates these iconic motorcycles in encyclopedia form . Rich with vivid photography, insightful commentary, and production specs and data, this is the #1 resource for die-hard Harley fans all around the world. When most people close their eyes and imagine a motorcycle, that motorcycle looks very much like a Harley-Davidson. That’s because Harley builds the archetypal motorcycle, the mythic bike that exists beyond the input provided by our traditional senses. This is what the philosopher Kant called a priori knowledge , knowledge we can’t learn but only intuit. That makes a Harley-Davidson the a priori motorcycle. The Harley-Davidson Motor Co. builds motorcycles that look the way the primordial biker inside each of us feels a motorcycle should be built. This is why Harley-Davidson defines the very word motorcycle for so many people. In The Harley-Davidson Source Book , acclaimed Harley-Davidson historian Mitchel Bergeron covers every motorcycle the company has built , from the very first prototype to the Silent Gray Fellow to the latest CVO Electra Glides and Softails. They’re all here—the Knucklehead, the Panhead, the Pea Shooter, the KR, the Sportster, the XR750, the Shovelhead, the Evolution, the Twin Cam, the V-Rod, and all the rest. An authoritative text by noted Harley-Davidson historian and journalist Mitchel Bergeron complemented by modern and period photography and archival marketing materials make this Harley reference complete. The Harley-Davidson Source Book showcases the most storied, celebrated, and downright wild motorcycles ever produced by the Motor Company. This is the ultimate encyclopedia of the ultimate motorcycle. Review: Makes a great gift. - Made my Harley friend happy! Review: El regalo del año - Para un poseedor de una Harley de 1950
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| Customer Reviews | 4.8 out of 5 stars 75 Reviews |
A**G
Makes a great gift.
Made my Harley friend happy!
H**.
El regalo del año
Para un poseedor de una Harley de 1950
R**S
Thoughtful and beautiful book on the Harley
This book from Motorbooks is well made and presented. All the pictures are high quality from the older images to the more modern ones. I do not know a lot about motorcycles and their parts, though I know a little of the history of Harley-Davidson, and reading the text gave me a deeper appreciation of the evolution of the bikes. The book is not exhaustive of every Harley made but explores all their innovations in both design of the bike and the build of the engine. The images give nice photographs of the whole bike as well as details of the motor, and sometimes a variation in different models. The author, Mitch Bergeron, certainly seems to be knowledgeable of the bikes, and the intricate details pertaining to the changes that occurred during the development of each bike, so it becomes quite fascinating. This book is definitely marketed to the Harley and motorcycle enthusiast, and perhaps even those that enjoy engines, but I cant imagine anyone that peruses this won't appreciate the rich history of Harley-Davidson, even if just through the pictures alone.
N**H
Good, yet Missing Models
Book looks to be well bound. First pass I noticed several key models not listed (I own one). "All...Production Models..." is not true in my opinion.
E**T
The perfect gift for Harley fans
I have never owned a Harley-Davidson motorcycle, but I have many friends who do. When I saw this book, I was very interested in it because it contains information about every Harley that has ever been built, all the way back to 1903. Harley-Davidson was one of only two American motorcycle companies to survive the Great Depression, so they have a rich and interesting history. I have really enjoyed reading this book and learning more about the company. This would absolutely be a wonderful gift to give to anyone you know who owns a Harley.
D**N
Totally worth it !!
Lots of knowledge !! It's an amazing achievement !! Totally worth it !! Diane
A**D
An interesting history of an iconic brand
I'm not a motorcycle guy, but I certainly know about and respect Harley-Davidson. They've been an icon since (well, before) I was born, and I grew up seeing them around. I really enjoyed this book, as I didn't know about their history and found it very interesting. This book covers their very beginnings, from motorized bicycles to the present. The pictures are great, especially the older ones showing the early models...at least for me, as I didn't know about those. It's a great "coffee table" book with large pages and photos, but the story behind the pictures was the best part for me.
S**F
This is the book for Harley people
I am using this book as a guide in my 3d modeling with Blender
C**R
Tolle und schnelle Lieferung ! Danke
Gerne wieder
P**Y
The History of Harley-Davidson!
As a 90-year-old, daily Motorcyclist of some 75 years, an excellent purchase, to add to my collection of Harley-Davidson books! A comprehensive guide to the famous Motorcycle marque! A good source of information, and a very good, bedtime read!
L**L
Excellent source book, pictures and specs
Excellent source book, pictures and specs
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