Harley-Davidson® Motorcycles for Sale Near Daytona Beach, FL
Not many motorcycle manufacturers can say that they sell a lifestyle more than Harley-Davidson®. The deep rumble from a Harley® bike's legendary engine has brought riders together from across the world. Visit Sky Powersports Sanford near Daytona Beach and Deltona, FL to check out our Harley® motorcycles for sale today!
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History of Harley-Davidson® Motorcycles
These days, Harley-Davidson® is one of the most well-known names in the world of motorcycles, but the company actually grew from humble beginnings. The company started as little more than a dream of two childhood friends. Thanks to determination, innovation, and passion, the company developed into the industry giant it is today. Below we cover highlights of the company's history. If you want more information or want to explore Harley-Davidson® motorcycles for sale, head over to our Florida dealership, Sky Powersports Sanford, located in Sanford.
The Start of Everything
Two childhood friends named William S. Harley and Arthur Davidson came together to craft single-cylinder engines-their goal was to improve the simple pedal bike design. Their invention worked, but it struggled to push through the steep hills of Milwaukee. They went back to the drawing board and built an engine for a frame without pedals, which set the stage for the first Harley-Davidson® motorcycles.
The early models saw great success and the company's popularity grew quickly. Eventually, Harley-Davidson® became large enough to build its first factory. This allowed for even faster creation of the Harley-Davidson® motorcycles, which helped the company grow even more. In seven short years, the new engines operated at twice the horsepower of the original models. These speedy models soon saw success at the racetrack.
Harley-Davidson® and the War Effort
In 1914, World War I created a need for motorcycles and Harley-Davidson® received an order for 20,000 motorcycles. By the end of 1920, the company earned the title "largest motorcycle manufacturer on the planet". People around the world wanted their own Harley-Davidson® motorcycles.
Then hard times fell on the country when the Great Depression hit. Harley-Davidson® was one of two motorcycle manufacturing companies that stayed continually operating through the Great Depression. Then World War II arrived and brought an order for 90,000 Harley® motorcycles.
Harley-Davidson® Today
Visit a Harley-Davidson® dealership today and you'll see the results of decades of innovation. The various models offer incredible performance, smooth suspensions, high power potential, and more. There are different Harley-Davidson® "families" that are tailored to different riding experiences, such as endurance riding or racing. It's easy to find a Harley-Davidson® motorcycle that suits your riding style!
Ready to shop Harley-Davidson® motorcycles for sale? Check out the selection at Sky Powersports Sanford. Our friendly staff can help you find the best model to match your lifestyle, so stop by and visit our dealership today. We are based in Sanford, Florida, and also proudly serve those in Daytona Beach and Deltona.