Casual, classic and versatile

The days may be getting shorter, but the Harley-Davidson Fall 2009 collection of MotorClothes^® is one reason to be cheerful about the new season. Both ranges are designed to provide a casual, comfortable and classic look throughout autumn/winter for both motorcycle enthusiasts and style-conscious shoppers. 

The chic City Lights 3-in-1 Leather Jacket for women has a removable cotton hoodie for extra warmth and features a practical interior pocket system for a mobile phone and MP3 player. Equally versatile is the fashionable Gypsy Road 3-in-1 Cotton Jacket - ideal for unpredictable autumn weather. It has a removable hooded vest, which can be worn separately, and hand-warmer pockets when the temperature drops.

For men, the Deadwood Convertible Leather Jacket in luxurious chocolate mid-weight leather can be transformed into a stylish gilet, thanks to the zip-off sleeves. The front and back vents help to moderate body temperature during warmer autumn spells and chilly winter days. The Accelerator Leather Jacket, with Switchback technology, also enables the rider to be cool when it's hot, and is warm and windproof when it's cold. The lightweight leather panels zip off to reveal a poly mesh body underneath.

For Harley-Davidson enthusiasts more interested in fashion than function, the men's Fall collection also includes several items of casual outerwear and sportswear. The short-sleeved khaki Garage Shirt has a retro look, while the Zip-off Camouflage Cargo Pants, which convert into shorts, will last well into next spring and beyond.

The women's Fall collection also includes a variety of high-fashion, casual pieces and sportswear. The Allover Print Cami has a modern graffiti-style print, which would look great with Harley-Davidson's Low Rise Denim Jean. And the luxurious Canyon Rim Leather Knit Vest is the perfect alternative to a full jacket.

A new range of accessories completes the range. Charmed accessories such as the Hip Chain, Key Fob, Bracelet and Earrings are embellished with coloured rhinestones to make Harley-Davidson's female enthusiasts sparkle in the winter season. Meanwhile, the H-D Skull Belt Buckle. D-Ring Belt, Camouflage Flat Top Cap and reversible Knit Cap are perfect gift ideas for those difficult-to-buy-for male relatives.

It was a Grand open day, packed to the roof with all our favorite customers. Have a look and see if you can see yourself or someone you know! 

My personal thanks go out to the following Thames Valley Chapter Members. You guys and girls did a great job managing our demos and traffic control. Pat & Barry Adams     Tony Robson     Phil Garner     Alex Mac Donald (Mac Photos)     Clive Sweeting (Postie)      Richard Aris   

Fred & Yvonne Cotsford     Malcolm & Margret Bradley      Paul Anderson (Panda)      Trevor Sheeran     Patrick Cochrane     Keith Edwards   Barry Gost     Andy Wayte     Ian Goldswain      Clive Skinner    Don & Sylvia Pritchett      Don & Hazel Wibberley 

Paul Lewis
 

Rhino rocks at Grand Opening

Slough's Trading Estate rocked out to the sounds of Status Quo bass guitarist John ‘Rhino' Edwards on Saturday 28 March to mark the Grand Opening of Thames Valley Harley-Davidson. Edwards played in new band Woodedz with sons Max and Freddie at the event, which was attended by almost 3,000 people.

The Yarmouth Road dealership kicked off the celebrations with Southampton-based cover band Burn. Customers also enjoyed the 2009 range of Harley-Davidson^® and Buell^® motorcycles on display, and demo rides were fully booked - 85 were completed on the day.

Lord Charles Brocket made a special appearance to collect a customised Harley-Davidson Electra Glide Ultra Classic motorcycle that will take him 9,500 miles through Europe and the Middle East. Starting in France on 19 April, the trip will raise money for CLIC Sargent, which provides care and support for children and young people with cancer.

Food and drink sales during the Grand Opening were also donated to the charity. The dealership's American Diner was open all day, and those not riding were able to take advantage of a fully licensed bar.

A huge Genuine Parts, Accessories and MotorClothes® sale created much interest, with many items being sold at below cost price. The family fun was complete with the Harley-Davidson dodgems.

"Our Grand Opening was a huge success," says Thames Valley Harley-Davidson Dealer Principal Neil Jeffery. "After a few early showers, customers came flooding in to the showroom. And luckily, we decided to increase the size of the marquee, because it was full all day!
"We were happy to assist Harley-Davidson UK in its support of Lord Brocket's charitable ride. We were also delighted that so many people could join in the celebrations at our new purpose-built showroom for such a worthy cause."

To see the 2009 range of Harley-Davidson^® and Buell^® motorcycles and find out about the forthcoming Judgement Days test ride campaign, please visit Thames Valley Harley-Davidson at 121 Yarmouth Road, Slough, SL1 4HY or telephone 01753 515500.

Donations for the Lord Brocket charity ride can be pledged online at www.justgiving.com/lordbrocket

The refreshed styling of the Harley-Davidson® FLSTC Heritage Softail® Classic highlights the seven-model Harley-Davidson Softail® line-up for 2009. No single line of motorcycles offers more diversity in styling and attitude – from the retro darkness of the Cross Bones™ bobber to the iconic, broad-shouldered Fat Boy® and radical Rocker™. The Softail family represents the fully realised custom vision of Harley-Davidson, a combination of rolling art and engineering excellence that is often copied but never matched in the world of motorcycle design.

Named for its rear-suspension design, which mimics the lines of a vintage hardtail frame but offers the comfort of modern suspension that is hidden under the transmission, every Softail has clean lines, a low seat height and a rigid-mounted, counter-balanced Twin Cam 96B™ powertrain. The rigid powertrain allows tight packaging of the engine and frame and creates a solid connection between the rider and the beating V-Twin engine that moves the motorcycle, enhancing the emotional experience of riding.

Each Softail model also features 6-speed Cruise Drive™ transmission for outstanding mid-range torque and relaxed engine speed when cruising, as well as a sophisticated active intake and exhaust system. Electronic Sequential Port Fuel Injection (ESPFI) enhances engine efficiency, provides crisp throttle response and easy starting, and self-adjusts for changing environmental conditions to maintain performance. A classic “horseshoe” oil tank located below the seat, forward foot controls or footboards, the classic Fat Bob® fuel tank, and the perfect execution of custom detail in paint and metal are design elements that define each Softail model.