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NHRA announced the continuation of the Screamin' Eagle NHRA Nitro Harley-Davidson exhibition tour to be held at three national events in conjunction with the NHRA POWERade Drag Racing Series.

The three NHRA POWERade Drag Racing Series events in 2007 that will showcase the NHRA Screamin' Eagle Nitro Harley-Davidson exhibitions will be the O’Reilly NHRA Summer Nationals at Heartland Park Topeka (Kan.), June 1-3; the O’Reilly Thunder Valley NHRA Nationals at Bristol (Tenn.) Dragway, July 6-8; and the Torco Racing Fuels NHRA Nationals at Virginia Motorsports Park near Richmond, Va., Oct. 5-7.

The invitation-only exhibition tour will feature the top Nitro Harley-Davidson teams from the All Harley Drag Racing Association (AHDRA) who will compete to qualify for an eight-bike elimination field. Qualifying will take place on Friday and Saturday during each national event, with eliminations held on Sunday.

“Our Screamin’ Eagle Nitro Harley racers and teams are excited to put on a great show at these select NHRA events," said Anne Paluso, manager of Harley-Davidson Racing. “NHRA fans love the raw power and pure American performance of these Nitro-burning Harleys.”

AHDRA President Craig Tharpe said his group is grateful to be included in the NHRA program.

"It gives us a chance to showcase our exciting sport in front of an expanded demographic of fans," Tharpe said. "We hope that they will find the extreme sport of Nitro Harley racing to be a great experience and check out other AHDRA events in the future."

Venture to the land of the Kiwis and experience first-hand the exotic beauty of New Zealand, all from the seat of a Harley-Davidson motorcycle. Harley-Davidson’s newest guided tour takes enthusiasts to this isolated island located between the equator and the Antarctic.

The New Zealand Guided Tour is available as a 19-day tour from November 28-December 16, 2007, or as a 15-day tour from December 2-16, 2007. An additional 3-day Tour Package is also available to extend the adventure. This two-wheeled tour, led by an experienced tour operator, introduces riders to the breathtaking scenery and fascinating landscapes that characterize the scenic island.

For riders looking for adventure a little closer to home, Harley-Davidson invites riders to take a nostalgic trip down Route 66. From Chicago to the Pacific Ocean, this guided tour of the Mother Road explores the classic diners, old trading posts, souvenir shops and miles of scenic riding. The 3,400 mile tour is offered June 25-July 10, 2007, or August 13-28, 2007.

Harley-Davidson’s guided tours are planned by motorcycle enthusiasts who know the best roads, where to find the best meals and the most comfortable place to spend the night after a long day of touring. All of the key details are covered so riders are free to enjoy the scenery and fantastic roads.

Pricing for the guided tours varies per package. The New Zealand guided tour packages include the use of Harley-Davidson rental motorcycle. Participants on the Route 66 tours have the option of bringing their own motorcycle or renting a Harley-Davidson motorcycle. For more information on the tours, including itineraries and detailed pricing, visit www.harley-davidson.com/experience under “Motorcycle Touring” or by calling 888-224-BIKE (2453).

For those who crave the freedom of their own schedule and the adventure of planning their own trip, Harley-Davidson offers four self-guided tour maps: Route 66, Atlantic Coast, Pacific Coast and Southwest. These water- and tear-resistant maps feature turn-by-turn directions, highlights places to visit, Harley-Davidson dealerships and local motorcycle laws. Purchase individual maps for $10.95 or the set of four for $42.95 by calling 888-224-BIKE (2453).

Harley-Davidson Motor Company, the only major U.S.-based motorcycle manufacturer, produces heavyweight motorcycles and a complete line of motorcycle parts, accessories and general merchandise. For more information, visit Harley-Davidson’s web site at www.harley-davidson.com.

The new H-D.com Great Roads Explorer makes it easier than ever for visitors to find their perfect road to adventure by reading reviews submitted by other riders, checking out photos and sampling itineraries and local links. The application also features click and drag maps, zoom controls and road icons to help users find Harley-Davidson dealerships, lodging, local haunts and more as they plan their ride. Harley-Davidson also partnered with Best Western to show riders convenient lodging options along their journeys.

With the launch of the new Great Roads Explorer, 24 additional routes have been added, offering enthusiasts insight into 53 of the greatest rides in North America. If you haven’t had a chance to investigate the Great Roads Explorer, click the link above and plan your next great ride!

More Than $1,000,000 in Cash Contingencies Posted for Privateer Buell Racers Aboard XBRR and XB models in 2007

Buell Motorcycle Company has announced an expanded racing support program for 2007, with more than $1,000,000 posted in cash contingencies for Buell racers competing in a variety of national and regional race series events and classes aboard XBRR and XB motorcycles.

“We’re committed to supporting our dealer and privateer teams through this contingency program and through trackside and technical support managed by our own Henry Duga,” said Erik Buell, Chairman and Chief Technical Officer of Buell Motorcycle Company. “Nothing makes me and Henry happier than helping privateer Buell racers achieve their goals. And we’re proud to support their efforts.”

The 2007 Buell contingency program will reward Buell racers competing on all XBRR and 2003 and newer XB model motorcycles. Cash contingencies will be posted in the following racing series and classes:

American Motorcyclist Association (AMA): Formula Xtreme.

SunTrust MOTO-ST Series: Super Sport Twins, Grand Sport Twins and Sport Twins classes.

American Sportbike Racing Association (ASRA): Pro Thunderbike and Pro Superbike classes.

Western Eastern Racers Association (WERA) National Challenge Sprints: Formula 1 Expert and Heavyweight Twins Superstock Expert.

American Federation of Motorcyclists (AFM): Formula Twins Expert and Formula 4 Expert classes.

Willow Springs Motorcycle Club (WSMC): Formula Twins Heavyweight Expert, BOTT Heavyweight Expert and BOTT Middleweight Expert classes.

Washington Motorcycle Road Racing Association (WMRRA): Formula Thunder Expert class.

American Historic Racing Motorcycle Association (AHRMA): Sound of Thunder and BOT F1 classes.

Championship Cup Series (CCS): Middleweight Superbike Expert, SuperTwins Expert and Thunderbike Expert and Amateur classes. Complete details of the 2007 Buell contingency program, including the racer registration form, are available at www.buell.com in the Racing Support Section. The program begins with races on or after February 1, 2007.

Buell Motorcycle Company, a subsidiary of Harley-Davidson, Inc., produces sport motorcycles, motorcycle parts, accessories and apparel. To learn more about Buell motorcycles, visit your local Buell dealer today and experience the pure streetfighter attitude, style and performance only found on board a Buell. Pull into www.buell.com for the Buell dealer nearest you.

HARLEY OWNERS GROUP ANNOUNCES 2007 NATIONAL RALLIES

Harley-Davidson Enthusiasts Gear Up for Exciting Events

With so much land to explore and so many roads to ride, enthusiasts can join in on one of the 2007 Harley Owners Group (H.O.G.) national rallies and let their Harley-Davidson motorcycles show them the way. H.O.G. announces five national rallies that will offer miles of memorable riding experiences across the United States and the unique camaraderie familiar to Harley-Davidson riders.

The year starts off riding high in the Rocky Mountains with Ridin’ the Rockies, June 25-28, 2007 – a high-altitude tour through Colorado’s Rocky Mountains. H.O.G. members will experience scenic beauty and unlimited riding excitement from Fort Collins to Breckenridge, Colo. Registration opens January 31, 2007, and has a capacity of 1,000 riders.

The next adventure is the Posse Ride: Great American Adventure, July 13-30, 2007. This 800-person posse of hard-core riders will blaze a trail across America. The adventure begins in Wilmington, Del., and winds its way across the country, ending in Portland, Ore. Registration for this epic adventure begins February 28, 2007.

Riders will experience true southern hospitality as Club H.O.G. Down Home: 24th Annual Rally rolls into Knoxville, Tenn., August 24-25, 2007, with the Great Smoky Mountains as a scenic backdrop. This event will offer many exciting motorcycle-related activities. Pre-registration begins April 4, 2007. Capacity for this rally is unlimited.

The Adirondack Rendezvous, September 3-6, 2007, offers a mind-clearing trek through the mountains of upstate New York. Enthusiasts can roll through spectacular scenery and adventurous roads aboard their Harley-Davidson motorcycles. Registration opens April 18, 2007, and is limited to 600 people.

Wrapping up the 2007 H.O.G. rally season is the High Octane Tour, September 22-26, 2007. Taking two wheels from Chattanooga, Tenn., to Charlotte, N.C., motorcyclists will discover the evolution of four-wheeled racing in America. From the bootleggers of the 1930s to the world of NASCAR, riders will learn about the legends and ride where they drove. Registration opens May 2, 2007, and has a capacity of 1,000 participants.

More details on the events will be released in the coming months. For additional information, H.O.G. members can visit www.members.hog.com (member-only site). Scheduled events are subject to change.