We answer the most common questions about the world of Harley-Davidson: from details about its legendary motorcycles to advice on riding gear, maintenance, brand history and more.
Whether you're a Harley fan, thinking about buying a bike, or simply want to learn more about this iconic American brand, here you'll find clear, useful answers.
The cheapest Harley-Davidson currently offered by the brand is the Sportster Nighster, priced at €18,000.
The origin of the brand, and therefore of Harley-Davidson motorcycles, lies in the vision of cousins Arthur Davidson and William S. Harley to build a company based on selling their own motorcycles. In 1901 William Harley designed a small engine to help pedal a bicycle, in 1903 they built their first motorcycle, in 1904 they took part in their first race, in 1905 they began selling motorcycles to the public, and in 1907 Harley-Davidson Motor Company was officially incorporated.
Harley-Davidson manufactures most of its motorcycles in the United States, with plants in York, Milwaukee, Menomonee Falls and Tomahawk, but it also produces parts in Brazil and has an assembly plant in Thailand.
We could say the average across the different models is between 4.5 and 6 litres per 100 km. Harley-Davidson is constantly evolving, creating more efficient and better engines every year.
Harley-Davidson is capable of building very powerful racing engines, but it prioritises safe, comfortable riding in its production models by giving its engines strong torque. Top speeds usually depend on each country's laws. A Harley-Davidson can average around 200 km/h.
Currently (2025) the smallest-displacement Harley-Davidson sold in Spain is the Sportster Nighster, at 975cc. This bike can be restricted to suit an A2 licence. With a seat height of 688mm, it is also the most recommended model for shorter riders.
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No Harley-Davidson is difficult to ride; Harleys are famous for how easy they are to handle thanks to a genuinely low seat, and such a low centre of gravity translates into easy, enjoyable riding. If we're talking about the Touring bikes, the difficulty can lie in their weight of nearly 400 kg, but that's only a difficulty at a standstill: once the bike is moving it is very easy, smooth and safe.
A well cared for and maintained Harley-Davidson engine can easily reach 500,000 km. And if wear parts are renewed as needed, it will last forever.
The models designed for long-distance touring are the Touring range (Ultra Limited, Street Glide or Road Glide), but the Softail Heritage and the Pan America are also excellent for travelling.
Harley-Davidson is so unique that it really has no competition. Other brands obviously make good products that could be seen as competitors, but none of the other motorcycles on the market offer anything close to what owning a Harley-Davidson gives you.
