The good hands folks at Allstate recently completed a survey of 500 oh-so-lucky male motorcycle riders and the results are not so surprising.

That majority surveyed had a least one Harley-Davidson in the garage and spend an average of $20,600 on the bike, and $2,250 on accessories.   70% of the motorcyclists ride a motorcycle only once per week. 45% ride several times per week. 78% of those surveyed said “riding is more fun”.
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Milwaukee, Wis. (July 11, 2008) - Harley-Davidson, Inc. (NYSE: HOG) today announced the signing of a definitive agreement to purchase the Italian motorcycle maker MV Agusta Group (MVAG). Under the agreement, Harley-Davidson will acquire 100 percent of MV Agusta Group shares for total consideration of approximately 70 million euros ($109 million), which includes the satisfaction of existing bank debt for approximately 45 million euros ($70 million). In addition, the agreement provides for a contingent payment to Claudio Castiglioni in 2016, if certain financial targets are met. MV Agusta Group is privately held, with the Castiglioni family owning 95 percent of MVAG shares.
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If you’re a big fan of American iron, there will soon be a brand new tourist attraction where you’ll be able to get a fix.  On July 12th, the official Harley Davidson Museum will be opening in HD City, Milwaukee Wisconsin.  Features of the 20 acre exhibit and during the grand opening consist of
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