The Harley-Davidson motorcyle is the stuff of myth and legend - a true American icon for generations of thrill-seekers. This book charts the history and evolution of the company and the machine, from its humble beginnings to the present day, and features a chronological guide to every Harley model produced, from the 1906 Silent Gray Fellow to the VR1000 superbike. It includes photographs showing each motorcycle to perfection, together with technical specifications, key design elements, engineering standards and notable attributes. The book offers a wealth of information about this most intriguing, enduring and individual of marques.

• An encyclopedia of the definitive motorbike

from classic to custom – exploring the legend of

an American dream

• The complete history and evolution of Harley-Davidson,

from its humble beginnings to its role as a cultural icon

• A visual directory presenting every model of Harley-

Davidson motorcycle ever produced

• Packed with over 570 photographs and informative text

which capture the spirit of this legendary motorcycle

Mac McDiarmid is an internationally

renowned motorcycle journalist and photographer who

has ridden Harley-Davidsons in four continents. A former

editor of Bike magazine, he has seven previous books to

his credit and is also a regular contributor to motorcycle

magazines in over a dozen countries.