Harley-Davidson
American motorcycle manufacturer
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| 2023 | Harley-Davidson introduced a new 121 cu in engine version with variable-valve timing, which debuted on CVO models. |
| June 24 2023 | 120th anniversary celebration held in Budapest, Hungary, featuring a parade on June 24. |
| 2022 | Harley-Davidson made the 117 cu in engine standard on Breakout, Low Rider S/ST Softail models, and 'ST' variants of Touring models. |
| 2022 | Harley-Davidson reintroduced the Nightster name with a new 975cc engine model. |
| 2022 | Harley-Davidson effectively cancelled the Bronx model, removing it from their website and replacing it with the RH975 Nightster model. |
| November 18 2022 | Harley-Davidson manufactured the final Evolution Sportster, a Gunship Gray 883 model, marking the end of an era for this iconic motorcycle line. |
| 2021 | Harley-Davidson introduced the Nightster and Nightster Special models, powered by the new Revolution Max 975T engine, producing 90 horsepower at 7,500 RPM and 70 lb-ft of torque at 5,000 RPM, positioned at a lower price point. |
| 2021 | Harley-Davidson launched the Sportster S model with a 121 hp engine, cornering-ABS, and lean-sensitive traction control. This was the first Sportster model since 1957 to receive a completely new engine. |
| 2021 | The Bronx motorcycle was initially delayed to late 2021, signaling production challenges for the new model. |
| December 2021 | Harley-Davidson announced plans to spin off LiveWire as a separate public company through a special-purpose acquisition company (SPAC), with an estimated value of $1.77 billion, set to go public in the first half of 2022. |
| 2020 | The original Sportster line was discontinued in Europe due to failure to meet the stricter Euro 5 emissions standards. |
| 2020 | The Pan America motorcycle was officially introduced as a model year, featuring a liquid-cooled 1,250 cc 60 degree Revolution Max V-twin engine. |
| September 24 2020 | Announced the discontinuation of sales and manufacturing operations in India due to weak demand, involving $75 million in restructuring costs, 70 layoffs, and closure of the Bawal plant in northern India. |
| August 14 2020 | Factory No. 7 was added to the Wisconsin State Register of Historic Places, further preserving the company's architectural and industrial heritage. |
| March 2020 | Swiss rider Michel von Tell used a Harley-Davidson LiveWire to break the 24-hour distance record for an electric motorcycle, traveling 1,723 km (1,079 miles) in 23 hours and 48 minutes. |
| 2019 | Harley-Davidson released the LiveWire, their first electric motorcycle, targeting a different customer segment from their traditional V-twin powered motorcycles. |
| 2018 | Harley-Davidson discontinued the Dyna platform, on which Super Glide models had been based since 1991, replacing it with the new Softail frame and transitioning some Dyna models to the Softail line. |
| 2018 | Extended Milwaukee-Eight engine to Softail models and introduced standard versions for 2018 CVO models. |
| 2018 | Harley-Davidson first announced the Pan America motorcycle, marking the company's entry into the adventure (ADV) motorcycle segment. |
| 2018 | Harley-Davidson announced the Bronx motorcycle, a streetfighter-styled model intended for the 2020 model year, featuring a new liquid-cooled 975cc 60° Revolution Max V-twin engine. |
| July 5 2018 | 115th anniversary celebration held in Prague, Czech Republic from July 5–8, attracting over 100,000 visitors and 60,000 bikes, celebrated in the home country of the oldest existing Harley Davidson Club. |
| 2017 | Production of the VRSC muscle bike family concludes after 16 years. |
| 2017 | Harley-Davidson discontinues the Dyna platform for the 2018 model year, replacing it with a completely redesigned Softail chassis. |
| 2017 | Harley-Davidson introduced the Milwaukee-Eight engine for Touring models, reverting to a single cam design after the Twin Cam engine, and marking the end of the Evolution Big Twin's era. |
| 2016 | Harley-Davidson released special edition FXDLS Dyna Low Rider S with Screaming Eagle 110 cubic-inch engine, dual front disks, and electronic cruise control. |
| September 5 2016 | Discovery Channel premiered 'Harley and the Davidsons', a three-night miniseries dramatizing the origins of Harley-Davidson. The series starred Robert Aramayo as William Harley, Bug Hall as Arthur Davidson, and Michiel Huisman as Walter Davidson. |
| August 2016 | Harley-Davidson settled with the EPA for $12 million over the sale of after-market 'super tuners' that modified emission control systems. The company was required to buy back and destroy non-compliant devices and spend $3 million on air pollution mitigation. |
| 2014 | Harley-Davidson began production of Street 500 and 750 models in Bawal, Haryana for domestic sales and export, and organized five big rides across India's north, south, east, and west zones. |
| 2014 | Revised FXDL Low Rider returned, replacing the FXDC Super Glide Custom. |
| 2014 | Launched 'Project Rushmore' with significant upgrades to touring bikes, including a new 103CI High Output engine, one-handed saddlebags, advanced Boom! Box Infotainment system, ABS with Reflex linked brakes, and improved styling and passenger comfort. |
| May 2014 | Harley-Davidson rebranded its training academy and replaced the Buell Blast with Harley-Davidson Street 500 motorcycles in the Rider's Edge New Rider Course. |
| February 5 2014 | Harley-Davidson launched the Street 750 model at the 2014 Indian Auto Expo in Delhi-NCR, introducing their newest motorcycle platform designed to appeal to younger riders with a lighter and more affordable bike. |
| 2013 | Harley-Davidson began assembly of the Softail motorcycle line in India. |
| 2013 | Harley-Davidson introduced the Revolution X fluid-cooled engine. |
| 2013 | The XR1200 Sportster model was discontinued. |
| August 29 2013 | 110th anniversary celebration held from August 29–31, continuing the 'Ride Home' tradition. |
| August 29 2013 | 110th anniversary celebration held from August 29–31, continuing the five-year tradition of 'Harleyfest'. |
| 2012 | Harley-Davidson began assembly of the Dyna motorcycle line in India. |
| 2012 | The original Nightster model was discontinued by Harley-Davidson. |
| 2012 | Harley-Davidson introduces the Dyna Switchback (FLD), the first Dyna model to break traditional FX designation and feature floorboards, detachable saddlebags, and a touring windshield. |
| 2011 | Harley-Davidson set up an assembly unit in Bawal, Haryana, and began assembly of the Sportster motorcycle line. |
| 2011 | Established a subsidiary in Gurgaon, near Delhi, and created an Indian dealer network. |
| 2010 | FXDWG Wide Glide re-emerged with a different rear treatment. FXD base model discontinued and replaced by FXDB. FXDL Low Rider also discontinued. |
| 2010 | Started selling motorcycles in India after the previous year's market launch. |
| November 2010 | Harley-Davidson announced plans to start an assembly facility for complete knock down (CKD) kits in India by the first half of 2011. |
| September 14 2010 | Company announces decision to remain in Wisconsin, concluding its exploration of alternative manufacturing locations. |
| August 2010 | Harley-Davidson sold MV Agusta back to Claudio Castiglioni for a symbolic 3 euros, while also providing $26 million to MV Agusta's accounts as part of the deal. |
| July 2010 | Appointed its first dealership, operated by JCBL Group, expanding its distribution network in India. |
| May 6 2010 | United States ambassador to India, Timothy J. Roemer, attended the opening ceremonies for Harley-Davidson India's Gurgaon headquarters. |
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