When someone mentions a Harley Davidson, what comes to mind is machismo, raw power and anything that is hard core. I can see a huge guy with monstrous biceps, decorated in tattoos of writhing snakes and snarling dragons, long gray hair, a Harley black shirt, earrings and all the works. After all, Harley Davidson is a legendary giant in the motorcycle industry and owns more than half the US motorcycle market.
Imagine my surprise, when I came across an article about how the seat height of a Harley Davidson is a major issue to most buyers. Apparently, hog riders are most concerned about the comfort while atop their monster ride. Contrary to common perception, these peoples Harleys are not for display of power, but more for a convenient cruise.
It does make sense how a perfect seat height can lend composure while on top of a hog. It does give a boost of confidence to the rider knowing he can easily plant his feet flat on the ground when he needs to. Someone desperately trying to reach the ground with his foot is a pretty funny picture.
Scanning Harley Davidson scenes from the past, you will see stereotype images of rebels with raked out choppers like Dennis Hopper in the movie Easy Rider. There are also moody iconoclasts who escapes to the road running away from dead end jobs and loveless marriages.
These days, you’ll be amazed at the diversity of Harley owners. You will see a guy who leaps off his hog and excitedly opens his laptop to check and update his facebook account. You’ll probably find a sexy clean cut woman who dials her cell phone to check how her kids are doing in college.
The clientele of harley Davidson is changing as various people want to own one for different reasons. Some want to live the lifestyle and take it out for days, while others just want to own one because it lends the owner a degree of prestige.
Whatever the reasons may be, a hog is picked mainly for the reputation it represents. It is an icon of power and freedom. When you own a Harley Davidson, you are a legend, and you become part of its history.
In the motorcycle world, the Harley is in a league of its own. It is classic and will always represent strength and craftsmanship. It symbolizes freedom and will always be king of the road.