Harley-Davidson Sportster

By: Allan Girdler .

Filled with beautiful photos by David Dewhurst the well-researched and evocative text by noted motorcycle journalist and historian Allan Girdler, Harley-Davidson Sportster is a trip through time for every fan of this great breed of Harley.

For nearly 50 years, motorcycle lovers have been admiring the speed and simplicity of the Harley-Davidson Sportster. In 1957, Harley-Davidson listened to customer demand and released a bike with a name that said it all ... it was sporty, it was light, and it was F-A-S-T.

With signature features like the "peanut" gas tank, the "hamcan" air cleaner, low seat and headlight profile and, most importantly, its performance record in the showroom and on the track, the Sportster has become an instantly recognized motorcycle legend. And with the introduction of rubber engine mounts in the 2004 models, Harley riders have found even more to love about one of their favorite motorcycle families.

With over 150 color and black and white photos, and covering half a century of Sportster history, Harley-Davidson Sportster is a book for every devoted fan of this unique motorcycle.

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