Harley Davisdon

Motorcycling in Malta is often perceived today as a modern response to congestion, lifestyle freedom, or leisure culture. Yet the roots of motorcycles on the island stretch back more than a century and are deeply intertwined with Malta’s colonial past, wartime experience, migration patterns, and changing social aspirations. Over the last hundred years, motorcycles in Malta have evolved from utilitarian military tools and working-class transport into cultural symbols, leisure

During the past five years the Harley-Davidson Motor Company has had a new building under construction practically all of the time. As soon as one was finished another was started. While the contractors were finishing the upper floors the lower floors were being used for manufacturing.” — The Harley-Davidson Dealer, January 1913 The Harley-Davidson Motor Company began in a small shed behind the Davidson family home in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. In 1906, the founders built a one-s

We just boarded the ferry on our way back to the Rock after the HOG Inverno event in Salerno… and wow, what a weekend! Memories, memories, memories. Yes, it’s HOG Inverno. Yes, it was cold. Yes, we had some beautiful sunny days. And yes, we also got our fair share of rain on the road. All as expected… or was it? Truth is, every HOG event is special, and this year’s Inverno was no exception. As usual, La Valette rolled in strong to join our Etna Chapter buddies. Some rode all

Harley-Davidson kicked off its 2026 line-up reveal with a mix of familiar favourites and new trims, rolling out the first wave of bikes that will soon reach dealerships worldwide. This preview is similar to the early look at the full 2025 Harley-Davidson model range. This year’s announcement came with a Model Year 2026 Reveal – Chapter One video drop on the company’s YouTube channel, giving riders a first look at what’s next for the iconic brand. More new bikes are coming in

The day we’ve all been waiting for finally arrived—the 35th Fatboy Anniversary Run! The excitement had been building for weeks, and the anticipation was off the charts. We gathered at our usual spot in Mriehel—Kettles. And let me tell you, the numbers were strong. Over 40 bikes rolled in, with nearly half of them being Fatboys. All gleaming in the sun and ready to hit the road. But it wasn’t just the numbers that were impressive… oh no. We had 19 Fatboys in total, and what a

The Legend Forged in Steel When Harley-Davidson unveiled the Fat Boy in 1990, it wasn’t just another motorcycle — it was a statement. Broad, low, unapologetically muscular, it looked like nothing else on the road. Designed by Willie G. Davidson and Louie Netz, the Fat Boy was Harley’s answer to a growing desire for factory customs that carried all the craftsmanship of a garage build but the dependability of production engineering. What they created was a motorcycle that looke

Every end of week, the streets of Mriehel echo with the unmistakable rumble of Harley-Davidson V-twins as our La Valette Malta HOG riders gathers for their meet ups and rides. A couple of bikes line up—Softails, Touring models, Sportsters, Dynas—each one with its own unique version of the legendary V-twin. Some roar louder, some purr deeper, but all share that same heartbeat that binds us together as riders. To understand why these engines feel so special, let’s take a closer

First came the motorbike and, boys being boys, inevitably soon after came motorbike races. Back in the early 1900s Harley Davidson was establishing itself as a dependable motor company at the forefront of the industry, and what better way was there to prove to everyone that the Harley Davidson motorcycle was the best other than on the racetrack. To race you also need guys crazy enough to strap themselves to these machines and push the machine’s and themselves to the limits. M

From nearly the beginning the sidecar has been a part of motorcycling. And they are more than just something you used to hook onto your bike to have a pal ride along. They played a part in commerce, warfare, and in the general spread of motorcycling's popularity. After all, when you get more use out of something, it's going to increase its appeal. Let's take a more in-depth look into something that is much more than just a motorcycle novelty. WHAT IS A SIDECAR? A sidecar is a

On Sept. 6, 1920, Harley-Davidson racer Ray Weishaar was photographed offering a Coke to a piglet. Now, 100 years later, it's one of the most recognized photos of Harley-Davidson history and is often cited as the source of H-D's most enduring animal association. Each time a member of the team was victorious, they would take the pig with them on a victory lap. This soon led to the team being nicknamed the "Harley Hogs" and eventually the name "hog" caught on and became slang

With less than 150 miles of paved roads in the whole country in 1908, the Detroit Police Department needed something faster than a horse, and more manoeuvrable than a car for their patrol men. They found their answer in the 1908 Harley-Davidson Model 4, with a single cylinder 26 cubic inch motor, belt drive, and a top speed of about 40 mph. These were light and durable, and compared to a horse, fast. During the teens, through WWI, and into the roaring 20s Harleys got bigge

For over a century, Harley-Davidson has been synonymous with freedom, rebellion, and the open road. The iconic brand has inspired countless enthusiasts to hit the highways, feel the wind in their hair, and live life on their own terms. For many Harley riders, their passion extends beyond the bike itself, manifesting in a more permanent form of expression: tattoos. A Symbol of Loyalty and Pride Harley-Davidson tattoos have become an integral part of the brand's culture. From s

You might think that Harley-Davidson was founded by two guys whose last names were Harley and Davidson, and you would be partway right. Born out of boyhood friendship, it took one Harley and three Davidsons to create a motorcycle brand that reshaped how the world moves. It took all four of them working together to create a brand that would revolutionize transportation and America. Harley-Davidson was founded in 1903 in Milwaukee, WI and officially incorporated in 1907, with W

David Mann (September 10, 1940 — September 11, 2004) was a California graphic artist whose paintings celebrated biker culture, and choppers. Called "the biker world's artist-in-residence," his images are ubiquitous in biker clubhouses and garages, on motorcycle gas tanks, and on T-shirts and other memorabilia associated with biker culture. Choppers have been built based on the bikes first imagined in a David Mann painting. Mann’s paintings set ‘outlaw’ Harley chopper motorcy

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In the rough-and-tumble copper mining town of Butte, Montana, during the late 1950s, a young Robert Craig Knievel struggled to make a name for himself. Having dabbled in crime and worked odd jobs as a miner, a hunting guide, and a motorcycle salesman, Knievel realised that he needed to pick a vocation that, as he described it, “put a lump in my throat and a knot in my stomach.” Though he started motorcycle racing after his father bought him a BSA 125, he found his true callin

Harley-Davidson motorcycles have long been a symbol of freedom, rebellion, and the American spirit, making them a perfect fit for the...

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