The child was so scared that she was speaking in tongues.

International Harvester all the way. I’ll be buyin’ em ‘til they go out of–

Imagine if KTM made an RC690. It would be the perfect sportbike!

Is it misguided patriotism? It’s got to be more than that because victory is also from the USA. I really think it just comes down to Harley being a religion not a brand. People buy ford f150 Harley edition, they wear Harley cloths even when they’re not riding. You’re not going to see people buying trucks branded with…

I never understood the appeal. They have questionable build quality, rely heavily on old technology, and handling generally ranges from sloppy to scary. Yet they have a huge cult like following, backed by a massive industry that sells truckloads of expensive (but mostly cosmetic) accessories.

A friend of mine who grew up in communist Poland does not ride, but has told me he’s always wanted one. To him, Harleys symbolize freedom and the promise of America. I don’t think most Harley buyers even consider other bikes, because those other bikes lack the symbolism they are looking for. It has nothing to do with…