Interview with Harley-Davidson Europe boss Kolja Rebstock
Interview with Harley-Davidson Europe boss Kolja Rebstock
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Interview with Harley-Davidson Europe boss Kolja Rebstock

In this exclusive interview I speak with Kolja Rebstock , the European boss of Harley-Davidson . During European Bike Week, Kolja will provide exciting insights into the brand's future plans, the strategic directions for spare parts and the changes in logistics in Europe.

Find out first-hand what the EMEA boss has to say about Pan America and its future in the European market and whether this model will continue to exist at Harley-Davidson. We also talk about the launch of the new Grand American Tourers and how the new models have been received by the community.

Kolja Rebstock focuses particularly on the HOG events and emphasizes how important the community behind them is for the brand. He gives us an insight into what we can expect from Harley-Davidson in the next few years and how the brand will continue to develop.

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THE HARLEY-DAVIDSON FANS CELEBRATED THEIR LIFESTYLE AT THE EUROPEAN BIKE WEEK

Around 100,000 fans made a pilgrimage to Europe's largest motorcycle festival

VIENNA/FRANKFURT (September 10th, 2024) - This year's European Bike Week took place at Lake Faaker See in the Austrian state of Carinthia from September 3rd to 8th, 2024. Around 100,000 guests and more than 70,000 motorcycles once again underlined the enormous appeal of the event, which has been taking place in Faak since 1998. 

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The festival is the largest motorcycle festival on our continent and is open to riders of all brands - with free entry. In 2024, bikers from all over the world will continue to travel to celebrate their lifestyle and enjoy lots of entertainment and the unique atmosphere. As usual, the heart of the event beat in the Harley Village tent city in Faak am See.

In addition to HD dealers from all over Europe, there were also numerous independent traders offering accessories and clothing. everywhere on the approximately 40,000 m 2 site, especially since 40 live gigs were played on the two stages. Between the music acts, the rhythmically swirling flames and pyrotechnic effects of the fire shows as well as spectacular drone light shows on the nights of Friday and Saturday created breathtaking moments.

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European Bike Week honored the life's work of long-time Harley-Davidson chief designer Willie G. Davidson with an exhibition in which numerous motorcycles he designed could be seen. A limited clothing series designed in honor of Willie G. was also offered.

To the great delight of Harley fans, Bill Davidson, son of Willie G. and great-grandson of company founder William A. Davidson, traveled to Faak from the USA. Countless guests took the opportunity to get an autograph or take a selfie with him. 

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The latest machines from the current HD vintage were presented at the expo, including the Street Glide and Road Glide models, which heralded a new era for the brand in terms of performance, technology and design and provided plenty to talk about. The motorcycles in the test drive area were fully booked throughout the entire event, as more than 1,700 bikers took the opportunity to test one of the current 2024 Harleys free of charge and without obligation.

The event highlights also included the Adventure Zone in the Village, where off-road professionals such as Marco Belli (Italy), Stuart Day (Great Britain), Joan Pedrero (Spain) and Ralf Wiesenfeller (Germany) were encountered. They offered off-road tutorials and showed guests what the Harley-Davidson Pan America 1250 is capable of.

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On Friday, the custom bike show sponsored by the tire manufacturer Metzeler took place in the customizer area. More than 60 individualized machines competed against each other in the fight for the coveted trophies in six categories as well as the titles “Best in Show” and “People's Choice”. The expert jury chose the machine that Thomas Emky from Germany entered the competition with as the “Best in Show” bike. The Metzeler Judges' Choice Award went to Max Biker from the USA with more than 600 submitted by the participants The People's Choice Award went to Dejan Nikolić from Slovenia. The HD trophies were presented to the winners by Bill Davidson and HD Chief Commercial Officer Luke Mansfield, while Global Brand Manager Riccardo Falcetta represented the Metzeler company.

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Maurizio Amoruso from Livorno, Italy, was happy about a very special win: his lucky number was drawn on Saturday evening in front of a huge crowd at the HD Plaza, which is why he got a brand new Harley-Davidson Street Bob with Willie G.'s “Number One” Was allowed to take home the logo on the tank. 

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Around 10,000 bikers came together on Saturday for the parade sponsored by the tire manufacturer Dunlop, which led them from Lake Faak via Finkenstein and Villach back to Faak to the cheers of the population. 

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Kolja Rebstock, Regional Vice President EMEA and Managing Director of the DACH region at Harley-Davidson , commented: “Year after year, the European Bike Week one of our biggest events and we are thrilled that so many bikers from all over the world will be coming again in 2024 Austria came. Experiences that only such festivals can offer clearly contribute to the uniqueness of our brand. We are already looking forward to the European Bike Week 2025, which will take place from September 2nd to 7th, and to events such as the Harley-Davidson Euro Festival, which will be part of our event calendar again next year.”

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Fans should also mark the date for the Euro Festival in Port Grimaud on the Golfe de Saint-Tropez - May 8th to 11th, 2025 - in their calendars. The same applies to the 31st European HOG (Harley Owners Group) Rally, which will take place from June 12th to 15th, 2025 in Medulin, Croatia. Further information about events can be found at www.Harley-Davidson.com .

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Motodrom Harley-Davidson® invites:

“Welcome bikers!” Day on August 31, 2024 in Klagenfurt

Motodrom Harley-Davidson® opens the Motodrom Bike Week with the spectacular “Welcome Biker!” Day on Saturday, August 31, 2024. This unique event offers motorcycle lovers the perfect opportunity to get in the mood for the upcoming highlights before the start of the European Bike Week at Lake Faak.

Visitors can expect an impressive selection of biker fashion, including the exclusive Bike Week shirts – an absolute must-have for every biker. In addition, the Motodrom offers a variety of parts and bikes to ensure that there is the right one for every visitor. 

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The extended terrace of the Motodrom Café invites guests to relax with a Special Bike Week Burger and enjoy the lifestyle of the biker world. The band RUSH-HOUR creates the right rocking atmosphere with their live music in the Motodrom Café.

Motodrom Bike Week in Klagenfurt from September 2nd to 7th, 2024 – Logengasse 23

From Monday, September 2nd to Saturday, September 7th, 2024, the Motodrom will be dedicated to Harley® culture. Every day from 9:00 a.m., visitors can experience the unmistakable Harley® feeling: from the large HD® Fashion Sale tent and Rockyfy® biker jewelry to a parts flea market and the Jekill&Hyde® truck - there is something for everyone.

A special highlight is the stunt show by Chris Lietsch, the official Harley-Davidson® rider, on Friday, September 6th. He will delight visitors in front of the Motodrom store with his spectacular stunts.

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In the Motodrom Café, like-minded people can come together over a cold beer or cyclists and delicious burgers. The terrace offers a cozy place to enjoy life with freshly prepared burgers made from regional products! If you're slightly hungry, fresh salads and snacks are also available until 8 p.m.

Live music dates:

  • Mon, September 2nd: Martin Chase
  • Tue., September 3rd: Hillibilli Trio
  • Wed., September 4th: Mjones
  • Thursday, September 5th: Markus Wutte
  • Fri., September 6th: Soul Kuchl Band

HOG Carinthia Chapter Bike Week tours from September 4th to 6th, 2024

The HOG Carinthia Chapter is organizing the official European Bike Week tours again this year. Motorcycle enthusiasts have the opportunity to explore the impressive landscapes of Carinthia on two wheels. The tours start daily at 8:30 a.m. at Dietrichsteinerstrasse 7, 9583 Faak. Departure is at 10:00 a.m.

Registration is possible via the chapter website at www.kaerntenchapter.at . Those interested can also find detailed route descriptions and all important information there.

Motodrom HD® in the Harley® Village at Lake Faaker See

During the European Bike Week, the Motodrom HD® is also represented in the Harley Village on Lake Faak with a large fashion tent. In addition, in cooperation with HD® Europe, a workshop service is offered in the service tent at Lake Faaker See.

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HOG Carinthia Chapter tours for the European Bike Week 2024

The HOG Carinthia Chapter is once again offering spectacular tours as part of the European Bike Week 2024.

Registration is required: www.kaerntenchapter.at

Carinthia Experience Tour

Wednesday, September 4, 2024

A pleasant and relaxing tour through the Lower and Central Carinthia regions. Over around 180 km you will experience the beauties and advantages of biking in Carinthia. Starting from Lake Faak, the route leads via Sankt Jakob and Feistritz along the Drau through the sunny Rosental. Through the gunsmith town of Ferlach, past the Wildenstein waterfall, one of the highest free-falling waterfalls in Europe, we ride our bikes via Sankt Margareten to Völkermarkt.

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We continue to Diex via a well-developed road. Diex has the reputation of being the sunniest municipality in Austria at 1159 m above sea level with an average of 2300 hours of sunshine. We continue biking via Brückl to the historic town of St. Veit an der Glan, which was the capital of Carinthia until 1518. The last section of our exit takes us past Glanegg Castle with its vineyards via Feldkirchen and along the idyllic Ossiacher See back to Lake Faak.

Setting up : from 8:30 a.m. in Faak am See at the pharmacy, Dietrichsteiner Straße 7, 9583 Faak am See.

Briefing : 9:40 a.m. – Departure : 10:00 a.m.
Arrival : approx. 3:30 p.m./4:00 p.m. in Faak
Length of the tour: approx. 183 km

Registration: link

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Tour description as PDF: Carinthia Experience Tour


Hills and Valleys Tour – through Carinthia and Slovenia

Thursday, September 5, 2024

A challenging tour across the border from Austria to Slovenia. The tour is approximately 165 km long and starts in Faak. A narrow and winding road takes us over the Wurzen Pass to Kranjska Gora. A little more leisurely, the tour leads to a former village of miners and hammer workers, to Mojstrana, the entrance to the Triglav National Park.

But we don't want to go hiking in the mountains, instead the path takes us further via Jesenice, past the most beautiful lake in Slovenia, Lake Bled, to Radovljica, a medieval small town with a view of the Karawanken and Julian Alps. Radovljica is now considered the capital of Slovenia for chocolate and beekeeping products. Shortly before Radovljica, in Lesce, there is the opportunity to fill up the (empty) tanks of the bikes and empty the full bladders during a break.

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Via Podbrezje, Kranje and Tržič we head back towards Austria. Another challenge with tight curves lies ahead: the Loiblpass. The Alpine pass over the Karawanken takes you back to Austria. Past the Tscheppaschlucht and after crossing the Drau you reach the starting point in Faak again after a stop including a coffee break at the Motodrom Harley-Davidson®. The tour is demanding and demanding, but you will gain insights into the alpine beauties of Slovenia. Don't forget your passport or ID card.

Setting up : from 8:30 a.m. in Faak am See at the pharmacy, Dietrichsteiner Straße 7, 9583 Faak am See.

Briefing : 9:40 a.m. – Departure : 10:00 a.m.
Arrival : approx. 3:30 p.m./4:00 p.m. in Faak
Length of the tour: approx. 165 km

Registration: link

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Tour description as PDF: Hills and Valleys Tour


CANCELED Upper Carinthia – Millstätter See Tour

Friday, September 6, 2024

The tour for connoisseurs! 165 wonderful km are waiting for you. After starting at Lake Faaker See, we cross the outskirts of Villach. We continue towards Lake Ossiach, which we leave on the right for time reasons. To the right, the Landskron castle ruins tower above us, a renovated castle from the Middle Ages, very popular as an excursion destination with a bird of prey show and restaurant. Via Treffen we drive through the local valley to the northwest and continue along a winding road to Arriach. You are now in the geographical center of Carinthia.

The tour takes us via Himmelberg into the Nockberge and we reach the Prekowa-Höhe and Gnesau. At Patergassen we turn towards Bad Kleinkirchheim, the world-famous winter sports resort, whose ambassador is Olympic champion Franz Klemm. Ski World Cup races for women take place here regularly. There is a short break at the parking lot at the Kaiserburg valley station. We continue towards Radenthein, formerly a mining and industrial town and now the headquarters of the RHI Magnesita research center.

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Along the north bank of the idyllic Millstätter See we reach Seeboden. The (empty) tanks of the bikes can be refueled here and snacks and drinks can be bought in the petrol station shop and supermarket. Seeboden is the turning point of our tour. It goes back to the hill above Seeboden, which is dominated by Sommeregg Castle. After a look at Sommeregg Castle (known for jousting games and the torture museum), we go to the Millstätter high plateau, from where there is a fantastic view of Lake Millstatt.

Via Döbriach and the “Glanz” hill we reach the Drautal, where we reach the Krastal on a road that is perfect for bikers in a beautiful landscape and with little traffic. Past the Krastal marble quarry, where the well-known sculpture symposium takes place every year, we go back via Treffen and Wernberg to the starting point at Lake Faak.

Setting up : from 8:30 a.m. in Faak am See at the pharmacy, Dietrichsteiner Straße 7, 9583 Faak am See.

Briefing : 9:40 a.m. – Departure : 10:00 a.m.
Arrival : approx. 3:30 p.m. in Faak
Length of the tour: approx. 165 km

Registration: link

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Tour description as PDF: Upper Carinthia – Millstätter See Tour

Registration and details: www.kaerntenchapter.at

Bike Week Tours 2024 Carried out by HOG Kärnten Chapter. Road traffic regulations must be observed throughout the entire tour.

Text Kärnten Chapter / Photo credit Didi (Dieter Kulmer: HOG).


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Spectacular drone show at Lake Faaker See as another highlight of the 26th European Bike Week

It is a popular fixture at the end of summer in the Villach – Faaker See – Ossiacher See region: the European Bike Week with its more than 100,000 visitors from all over the world. This year, the organizers are planning another program highlight from September 3rd to 8th in addition to the popular parade, the village and live music around the lake.

Around 200 drones will light up the sky above Lake Faak on Friday, September 6th and Saturday, September 7th from around 9:30 p.m. An absolute premiere that promises a total work of art made of light, music, moderation and emotion.

The show itself is planned in great detail weeks before the event, says Stefan Hölzl-Strohmayr from the company Droneline: “We have around eight weeks of lead time to put together a show of this dimension, including planning, programming, organization and implementation on site to provide. For example, just for battery management – ​​around 500 batteries have to be charged and discharged at the same time – two employees are needed.”

The drones start from the lakeshore and then, after an approach of around 150 meters, take position directly above the lake. “A drone show can hardly be compared to fireworks. In contrast, it is multidimensional, meaning we combine the lighting effects with music and moderation - and since our drones, which can even fly in light rain, score with 100 watt LEDs, we have a huge range of colors, patterns and contrasts. It will be a fireworks display of color that Lake Faaker See has never seen before.” 

This highlight is made possible by the good cooperation between Harley-Davidson, Kärnten Werbe and Region Villach Tourismus GmbH and their tourism associations.

All event information at a glance

What? Large drone show with light effects, music and moderation on the occasion of the European Bike Week

Where? At Faaker See - the best place with a clear view of the show, music and presentation is at the Harley-Davidson Village in Faak am See

When? On Friday (September 6th) and Saturday (September 7th) from around 9.30 p.m. entry is free

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Visitors can also look forward to thousands of bikes, lots of live acts, drone shows, guided tours and numerous other highlights

FRANKFURT (08/12/2024) – The European Bike Week in Faak am See September 3rd to 8th, 2024 . Last year, Harley-Davidson celebrated the 25th anniversary of this major event for everyone who loves hot bikes, cool music and a strong festival atmosphere. With free entry, Europe's largest motorcycle party, where celebrations take place almost around the clock, attracts guests from all over the world - regardless of which motorcycle brand they prefer.

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This year the Motor Company celebrates Willie G. Davidson. He is the grandson of one of the company's founders, was the brand's head of styling from 1963 to 2012 and became a living legend for its fans. The European Bike Week honors the designer and artist with images and activities such as the presentation of a limited clothing series and the exhibition of various motorcycles designed by Willie G. in the Classic Bike Expo.

Fun and action also dominate the rest of the 40,000 square meter Harley Village. One of the highlights is the Harley-Davidson Expo with the current 2024 bikes. Of course, these also include the new Street Glide and Road Glide, powered by the Milwaukee-Eight 117 V-Twin, which are more powerful, lighter and more dynamic than all their predecessors. Harley-Davidson fashion and motorcycle clothing, accessories and event fashion are available at the many authorized dealers and in the event merchandise tent. 

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IN 2024 EUROPEAN BIKE WEEK WILL CELEBRATE WILLIE G. DAVIDSON

For customers who are looking for adventure beyond paved roads, the Offroad Zone was established in the heart of Harley Village. Here, European off-road pros offer shows and tutorials on the HD Pan America 1250 Special. This year the Adventure Zone will be led by the exceptional talents Mick Extance (Great Britain), Ralf Wiesenfeller (Germany) and Marco Belli (Italy) as well as the HD Offroad Ambassador, rally legend Joan Pedrero (Spain).

If you want to test one of the current Harley-Davidson models yourself, pay a visit to the HD Demo Zone. A wide range of 2024 bikes from the Sport, Cruiser, Grand American Touring and Adventure Touring series are available for test rides here. Meanwhile, visitors who don't yet have a driving license can hop on the authentic Jumpstart driving simulator. And on Wednesday, Thursday and Friday, the Carinthia Chapter Austria of the Harley Owners Group ensures that guests get to know the most beautiful motorcycle routes in the area on guided tours. 

Of course, entertainment until well after midnight is also popular in Harley Village - for example at the more than 100 dealers, caterers and bars. The two main stages, on which 40 live gigs will take place, can be found in the large tents called Harley Bar and Saloon Bar. The headliners include the celebrated band Stiletto, who will take the stage at the Harley Bar on Saturday, September 7th. Between the live performances, the pyro shows with their rhythmically swirling flames and the drone shows with their breathtaking light effects guarantee pure fascination on Friday and Saturday nights.

On Friday, September 6th, the Custom Bike Show sponsored by Metzeler will take place, where spectacular conversions and impressive vintage cars will be the talk of the town. And on Saturday, September 7th, the big parade for everything with two wheels and an engine will take place, supported by Dunlop and cheered by thousands of spectators. 

It is already certain that the European Bike Week will put a big grin on the faces of its guests. And one visitor will have it even bigger than everyone else, because he can take home the prize in this year's competition: a brand new Harley-Davidson. Further information about the event can be found at www.harley-davidson.com .

Text & image credit: Harley-Davidson

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ADDITIONAL CONCERT – THE BOSSHOSS AM FAAKER SEE 2024
ADDITIONAL CONCERT – THE BOSSHOSS AM FAAKER SEE 2024

The BossHoss will follow up at Lake Faaker See in 2024!

It was actually clear that the first 1000 seats for the BossHoss concert in the Burgarena Finkenstein would be sold out quickly. Now the organizer has reacted and scheduled an additional concert by The BossHoss on September 4th, 2024 in the Burgarena Finkenstein.

The concert takes place as part of the European Bike Week at Lake Faaker See, but is not an official part of the event. The BossHoss are performing in the Burgarena Finkenstein, which is about 7 kilometers below Harley Village. This means you can quickly get back to the action after the concert. The run will certainly not be less at the additional concert.

If the weather is bad, the concert will take place in the event hall next to the castle arena.


Click here to go to The BossHoss ticket shop for the additional concert




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The BossHoss are coming to the European Bike Week on September 3rd, 2024, at Faaker See 2024 - photographer Pascal Bünning
“Warm-UP” EUROPEAN BIKE WEEK 2024

THE BOSSHOSS

Tue. September 3rd, 2024 I BURGARENA FINKENSTEIN

Denim shirts, white Stetsons, western boots and sunglasses: That’s how you know “ The BossHoss ”. The frontmen Alec Völkel and Sascha Vollmer seen intermittently as a team of coaches on the popular show “The Voice of Germany” And they will be appearing as a duo for the first time, presented by media.con and the Villach – Faaker See – Ossiacher See holiday region, as a EUROPEAN BIKE WEEK “Warm-Up” on Tuesday, September 3rd on the breathtaking backdrop of the Burgarena Finkenstein.

The BossHoss Finkenstein ticket prices 2024
The BossHoss Finkenstein ticket prices 2024

With their gripping country-rock crossover, “The BossHoss” shaped the European music scene over the past decade and a half like no other band. With their last five albums, the Berliners entered the top 5 of the German long-play charts, including the double-platinum top 4 album “Liberty Of Action” (2011), the platinum-refined top 2 work “Flames Of Fame” ( 2013) as well as the two top 1 albums “Dos Bros” (2015, triple gold) and “Black Is Beautiful” from 2018.

The BossHoss are currently looking back on millions of units sold, countless sell-out arena tours and appearances at the most important festivals such as the Wacken Open Air, the British Download Festival or in front of the Brandenburg Gate in Berlin.

Click here to go to the ticket shop!

Admission 6:00 p.m. / Start 8:00 p.m. / Numbered seats / Support: BERND KUREK

advance tickets; Faak am See tourist information office, ÖBB ticket counter, Trafikplus and all oeticket points. Information at www.bikeweek.at  

In case of bad weather in the event hall of the Burgarena Finkenstein!

Text & image credit: Media-Con


Pan America Adventure Zone
Off-road adventure with Harley-Davidson at the European Bike Week 2024

Harley-Davidson Pan America Adventure Zone at European Bike Week 2024

Pan America still has to prove itself in the Harley scene, but it is making big steps and is slowly but steadily finding more and more fans in this special world. Harley-Davisdon presented a CVO Pan America for the first time this year, which will be on display at Motorrad Dortmund , underlining the company's importance to this topic. By the way, you can meet Ralle at the motorcycle fair and ask him about the adventure tours.

2024 CVO Pan America
2024 CVO Pan America

It has now been announced from internal circles at Harley-Davidson that the Pan America Adventure Zone will also be set up at the European Bike Week in 2024, accompanied by Ralle (Ralf Wiesenfeller). Ralle , the Harley-Davidson driving instructor, can teach even experienced adventure riders a trick or two.

Off-road expertise meets Harley spirit

The Adventure Zone at European Bike Week is an off-road area in the middle of Harley Village. Here, Dakar professionals such as Joan Pedrero from Spain and Mick Extance from Great Britain as well as the German off-road expert and instructor Ralf Wiesenfeller offer exciting presentations, training and off-road tutorials with the Pan America 1250.

Harley-Davidson Adventure Zone – off-road adventure on Lake Faaker See

The European Bike Week at Faaker See in Austria is a fixed point in the calendar of many Harley fans. From September 3rd to 8th, 2024, the fan community will gather there again to celebrate their passion for chrome and leather. A highlight in the program is the Harley-Davidson Adventure Zone, which is entirely dedicated to off-road riding. This shows that Harley can do more than just shine on the asphalt.

Off-road tutorials at Pan America

With Ralf Wiesenfeller, a recognized off-road expert from Germany, participants can expect a wide range of presentations, training and off-road tutorials. With a particular focus on the Pan America 1250, the program promises to provide valuable tips and tricks for both beginners and experienced off-road riders. The tours, led by Ralle himself or his colleagues, offer the unique opportunity to discover the scenic beauty around Lake Faak off the beaten path.

Further development and challenges – growth of the European Bike Week

The Adventure Zone is proof that the event wants to constantly develop and accepts today's challenge of an event in this context. The appeal of the European Bike Week lies not only in the coming together of the community or the fascination with the machines. It is also the chance to learn new things and expand your own skills, as promised by the offerings around the Adventure Zone and the Pan America 1250.

The event at Lake Faak is more than just a meeting; This is how experiences are created!

Adventure off-road booking

Harley-Davidson provides the necessary Pan America motorcycles with which you can take part in the tanning. For the big tours you should already have the appropriate basic experience.

The free tours will most likely be offered again during the European Bike Week 2024 as follows: 3 x daily the Arena training sessions with approx. 45 minutes and 3 x daily, the big tours to the Adventure Park, with approx. 2 hours of training , under professional guidance.

Registration takes place online, the associated booking link will be announced approx. 1 month before the event, you can find out the necessary information on the Harley site.

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European Bike Week at Lake Faaker See
THE EUROPEAN BIKE WEEK CELEBRATES 120 YEARS OF HARLEY-DAVIDSON

THE EUROPEAN BIKE WEEK CELEBRATES 120 YEARS OF HARLEY-DAVIDSON

Strong bands, fire shows, guided tours and many other highlights at the European Bike Week 2023 in Faak am See

VIENNA (August 31, 2023) – The European Bike Week will take place from September 5th to 10th, 2023. The mega party has been going on in Carinthia, Austria, for a quarter of a century, and since Harley-Davidson has been producing motorcycles continuously for 120 years and founded the Harley Owners Group four decades ago, there are three good reasons to celebrate in Faak am See. Once again, Europe's largest motorcycle event will prove to be a real magnet for bikers and fans from all parts of the world. Anyone who loves music and the festival atmosphere is in good hands at this event, as the party goes on almost around the clock with free entry.

Consequently, the 40,000 square meter Harley Village in Faak am See offers lots of fun and action. The latest Harley-Davidson models including the 120th Anniversary bikes as well as the new CVO Road Glide and CVO Street Glide models will be presented at the expo. The latter are the most modern Grand American touring bikes that Harley-Davidson has ever produced. Numerous authorized dealers invite you to shop, where you can purchase the latest Harley-Davidson fashion as well as parts and accessories.

Bill Davidson at European Bike Week 2022
Bill Davidson at European Bike Week 2022

New this year is the Adventure Zone, an off-road area in the heart of the Harley Village, where Dakar professionals Joan Pedrero from Spain, Mick Extance from Great Britain and the German off-road expert and instructor Ralf Wiesenfeller will give presentations, training and off-road tutorials with the Pan Offer America 1250.

For those looking to take a test ride on asphalt, the HD Demo Ride Zone features a wide range of 2023 Harley-Davidson Sport, Cruiser, Grand American Touring and Adventure Touring bikes. If you don't have a driving license but still want to experience the cool motorcycle feeling, hop on the authentic Jumpstart driving simulator.

On three free motorcycle tours led by the local HOG Kärnten Chapter Austria, participants conquer the most beautiful roads in Carinthia on Wednesday, Thursday and Friday. And anyone who wants to enjoy the lake and its surroundings from the air can book one of the helicopter tours.  

European Bike Week at Lake Faaker See
European Bike Week at Lake Faaker See

All Harley-Davidson bike conversions are welcome at the spectacular Custom Bike Show powered by Metzeler on Friday, September 8th. The already legendary Harley-Davidson parade with thousands of bikes of all brands, regularly celebrated by countless spectators, will take place on Saturday, September 9th.  

With more than 100 sales, catering and bar stalls, the festival offers daily entertainment until after midnight and there is rocking every evening on the two stages of the large tents - the Harley Bar and the newly designed Saloon Bar. This year, 25 performers will perform in the Village. The headliner is the top-class Austrian Stiletto rock band, which guarantees a thrilling overall experience with its rousing sound and lots of live action.

The classic exhibition with numerous historical machines from all eras of Harley-Davidson's long history provides deep insights into 120 years of motorcycle production. And in the evening, rhythmically swirling flames and strong pyrotechnic effects during the fire shows create breathtaking impressions.  

One thing is certain: European Bike Week will put a big smile on its guests' faces and one lucky visitor will be even more happy because they will be able to take home a brand new Harley-Davidson - the winner of the big raffle. Further information about the event can be found at www.Harley-Davidson.com .

Text & image credit: Harley-Davidson