This book celebrates the most famous motorcycle in the world, from its nuts and bolts, to its cultural significance as a true American icon. Appealing to enthusiasts, riders, historians and collectors, the book covers the history of the machine, from its simple origins, through its rise to become the largest motorcycle company in the world, to its bankruptcy and near demise in the 1980s, and to its eventual rebirth in the 1990s. It includes a comprehensive and chronological illustrated directory of every Harley model ever produced. Packed with informative text and over 570 photographs, the book captures the spirit of this legendary motorcycle.