Axiom Cycles sells Harley Davidson Parts & Exhausts, Saddlebags, Seats at competitive prices.

The history of the Harley-Davidson motorcycle began in Milwaukee in 1903.   In Milwaukee, Bill Harley and Arthur Walter Davidson developed a one-cylinder motorcycle.   Around the turn of the century the gasoline engine was developed and the one-cylinder motor was introduced.   In 1901 the Indians were the first motorcycles and in 1903 Mitschell, Merkel and Yale.

This motorcycle was initially built for racing and was powered by a one-cylinder gasoline combustion engine.

Bill Harley and Arthur Walter Davidson in 1903 developed a one-cylinder motorcycle in Milwaukee.   It was a reliable and even a beautiful cycle.   After selling the first one in 1905 they had made 11 more motorcycles, in 1908 it was 154.   The company operated out of a little wooden barn, that was build by Davidson's father.   The small company extended quickly and another member of the Davidson family, William, joined them.   As the company grew they hired about 20 employees moving from the barn to a build stone factory building.   In 1909 Bill Harley made a project of the first 1000 CC V-Twin.   It produced a modest seven horsepower.   The 45-degree V-twin would become one of the more recognizable images of the Harley-Davidson motorcycle.   This V-Twin has stayed with HD.   A little known fact is Harley-Davidson didn't invent the V-twin.   When Bill Harley developed one, he just followed others of the time.

The "Bar and Shield" logo that has become legendary was introduced in 1910.   Placed on their motorcycles to this day is symbolizes Harley Davidson.   With numerous first place winnings in races, endurance contests and hill climbs Harley-Davidson received recognition as a builder.

The "F-head" engine was introduced in 1911.   This engine was the power workhorse until 1929, when the "Flathead" engine was introduced.

Harley-Davidson continued to grow with over 200 dealerships by 1912.   Construction began on a new 6-story factory.   Harley-Davidson also became an exporter this year and their first overseas sale was made in Japan.   The side car was added in 1914 and Harley Davidson formally put their hand in the ring of motorcycle racing.   Within a few short years they dominated the sport and become known as the "Wrecking Crew".   The three-speed sliding-gear transmission was introduced in 1915.   In 1917, one-third of all Harley-Davidsons were sent overseas to the U.S. Military to fulfill their patriotic call and to aid in the war effort.   The following year, roughly half of the motorcycles produced were sold to the U.S. military.   In the end, about 20,000 motorcycles were used in the war, most of them Harley-Davidsons.   By this time Harley-Davidson was the biggest motorcycle factory in the world with nearly 2,000 dealerships worldwide.   By 1918 Halley-Davidson was the biggest motorcycle factory in the world.

The 1920's saw changes to the appearance of Harley Davidson motorcycles.   One such change was the identifiable teardrop shape gas tank.   The single-cylinder engines were re-introduced in 1926 after having been discontinued in 1918.   In 1928, the first twin-cam engine and front wheel brakes were available on the Harley-Davidson.   With this modification, the motorcycle could reach speeds in excess of 85 mph.

The 1930's and subsequent years saw more record breaking and award winning Harley-Davidson's.   The three-wheel Servi-Car was introduced in 1932 becoming a familiar commercial and police vehicle for years to come.   Along with appearance changes such as the "eagle" design, which was painted on all Harley-Davidson gas tanks, changes were also made to the engine.   The biggest Harley, the 1340 CC appeared in the mid 30's.   This motorcycle became Harley Davidson's trademark. 1936 also became a milestone.   That year the Knucklehead was launched and with this motorcycle Harley Davidson was able to claim victory over the Indian.

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Axiom Cycles has been hard at work creating Custom Harley Davidsons years longer than most dealers.

Using products from Daytona Twin Tec and Speed's Performance Plus as well as others we have been able to produce up to an additional 18 horsepower!

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Axiom Cycles offers a custom Harley Davidson service.  Using our  catalogs we are able to create a custom Harley Davidson without limitations.

Axiom Cycles carries Harley Davidson parts and parts for custom choppers as well as Bobber Motorcycles from every manufacturer on the market:

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