For a motorcycle company that's been around since the dawn of time, Harley-Davidson hasn't made a name for itself by being on the cusp of ground-breaking technology. No, it’s made a name for itself by not wavering in their commitment to what has become a ubiquitous engine platform: The 45-degree V-twin. The Motor Company spent more of its energies slowly honing that tried-and-true engine rather than chasing after technology that, until recently, was complex and often too expensive to implement.
And I think it's safe to say that no other motorcycle brand has created more division in all of motorcycledom than Harley. Those that are dyed-in-the-wool devotees of the brand often see no need for any other type of motorcycle to exist. Then there are those on the other side of the fence that believe the Harley V-Twin is dated and lacking true performance-oriented qualities. I suppose there's room for both camps, although it's hard to deny the number of Harleys on the road these days.
Whichever band of loyalists you find yourself in, you'll probably be stunned with what Harley has in store for some of its 2008 units. So get with the times, grumpy old Harley owner! Hush your mouth, you faithless Harley naysayers!
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