The stuff legends are made of
100 years of Harley-Davidson clothing
If you ride a Harley, you wear a Harley - this simple formula has been true for 100 years now.
In 1912, the Motor Company published its first accessories catalog, which included wool racing jerseys.
The demand for these „jerseys“ was so great that stocks had to be replenished several times. In the following years, the range was expanded to include gloves, goggles, jackets, coats and gaiters to protect against dirt and dust.
Leather, popular with pilots because of its warming, windproof and robust properties, was added to the portfolio in 1928, and in 1947 the garment that was to become the ancestor of all classic H-D motorcycle leather jackets appeared in a men's and a women's cut - figure-hugging and streamlined, with stretch pleats on the back, a diagonally positioned front zipper and press studs on the collar and pockets.
Seven years later, the company continued to develop this timeless style with the top sellers „Cycle King“ and „Cycle Queen“.
In 1958, the first hard-shell helmets were added to the range.
In addition to safety, functionality with features such as ventilation openings and mandarin collars became increasingly important in the decades that followed.
Since the 1980s, the company's casual clothing and accessories have also been aimed at fashion-conscious customers who want to be recognized as members of the worldwide Harley family and as friends of freedom, individuality and non-conformism.
Today, the clothing program is called „MotorClothes“ and is available at more than 1,400 dealers around the world.
The portfolio includes leather and textile motorcycle clothing that was created by bikers for bikers and not only scores with uncompromising protection, maximum comfort and maximum functionality, but is also committed to the characteristic Harley style.
Whether helmet, gloves or jacket, whether modern high-tech fabric and membrane technology or cool retro style, whether integrated jet helmet visor or performance goggle technology - nothing is left to chance here.
In the extensive collections of leisure and sportswear in women's, men's and children's sizes, as well as the numerous accessories, anyone who wants to come out as a Harley rider or fan will also find what they are looking for, even if they are not currently on a motorcycle or possibly do not (yet) own a bike.
MotorClothes are available from your nearest authorized Harley-Davidson dealer or Harley-Davidson fashion store. Further information on the web at www.Harley-Davidson.eu/Motorclothes.
Text and pictures: Copyright Harley-Davidson 2012
