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I saw a newsclip yesterday where it said Harley's cutting back on alot of production,closing plants,combining others.They're starting to feel the economy pinch too.......... :confused:

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I saw a newsclip yesterday where it said Harley's cutting back on alot of production,closing plants,combining others.They're starting to feel the economy pinch too.......... :thumbs:

 

 

not sure but i wouldnt doubt it. they have alot of new models out this year but alot of them are based off other models, like the 883 Iron.....Nightster with an 883 and flat black paint,lol. Hell of a way to get a new model. I dont think Harley will be doing the whole AMF thing any time soon though. If that happens again..... im movin to Japan!

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Harley, like everyone else, is getting hit pretty hard. Even people that are opting for two wheeled transportation are looking for bikes that aren't as expensive as most Harleys.

 

I wonder if Harley will break down and make a scooter? :rolleyes:

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