For over a hundred years, Harley Davidson has developed multiple products in response to the needs of those who embraced the quality products and brand. It has gone through so many changes and enhancements for the betterment of its quality products. Neither the Harley tank logos were of any exception. Just like their motorcycles, tank logos have changed as well.

The advances in both engineering and technical aspects of Harley motorcycles during the early years of its existence occurred very rapidly. Despite of the rapid progress, styling of Harley gas tanks and tank graphics only have minimal changes for around 30 years since it first operates. However, the third decade of operation gave way to more a la mode Harley tank graphic designs.

In 1933, the traditional Harley-Davidson tank lettering was first changed. The usual lettering in Harley Davidson logo was circumscribed by a bird-like scroll. However, the bird motif lasted only for a year and it was superseded on the following year (1934) with the “flying diamond”. In 1936, a new tank logo appeared along with the advent of the Knucklehead engine. Three years later, it was replaced with another logo design.

The metal logo was first introduced in the year 1940 but only a few Harley motorcycles carried it due to the scarcity brought by the Second World War. The metal logo was then followed by the Harley-Davidson “speedball” logo in 1947, which waved goodbye to the last Knucklehead and embraced the first Panhead. In 1951, the underlined classic Harley Davidson script was being introduced. An identical script was used in 1954 but the underline was already omitted. The 1955 logo design had a capital V background to the script. The capital V denotes the Harley’s V-twin motor. It was then followed with the new circular tank emblem fitted to the very first Duo-Glide and Sporster in 1957. A larger and more colorful arrowhead logo made of metal was used from 1959 to 1960.

The “gun sight” logo of Harley Davidson was short-lived from 1961-1962 and it was followed by another emblem design, which adorn the last Panhead and welcomed the first Electra-Glide in 1963 to 1965. In the same decade, Harley Davidson was sold to AMF and HD returned to a badge design that was plain and simple. In 1972, AMF was added to the Harley-Davidson logo on the tank. Unfortunately, it did not help and most of them were quickly removed.

In 1981, the management of Harley bought back the company from AMF. In 1982, the “bar and shield” logo embellished the Harley Sturgis. In the later part of 1980’s, Harley started using decals to adorn the succeeding Harley motorcycles and some more logo designs came along as time passes by.

Throughout the years, Harley Davidson tank logos have evolved into something new and something that shows a lot of the HD pride. Some may have not pleased the entire Harley fan base, but it speaks a lot about the rich heritage of Harley Davidson motorcycles.

Harley Davidson is not only known for making quality American-made motorcycles, but they are known for making high-quality HD brand accessories as well.  Harley Davidson sunglasses are a perfect example of this, as are their goggles.  They are built to survive life on the open road.

They have several styles of sunglasses and goggles to choose from, from wrap-around to rimless, and they also have varying degrees of safety.  Some are built tough enough to be worn while riding, while other Harley sunglasses are made just to look good. Whichever style you go with, your certain to be purchasing a quality pair of sunglasses that will last for years and take whatever you can throw at them.

Mens Harley Davidson Sunglasses

Harley Davidson Goggles

As far as road worthy eyewear goes, you can’t beat a pair of Harley goggles.  These will keep your eyes protected while offering extras like HD performance, polarization, shatter and shock resistance, and of course the handy strap to ensure your googles don’t blow off as you’re blasting down the road.

HD is well known for their quality products, and that is no exception with Harley Davidson sunglasses. They will help you see in any conditions, whether on the road or off, and they will last a long time because of their durable construction.

Harley-Davidson is known as the leader in factory custom motorcycles. The history and rich heritage of Harley Davidson motorcycles began in 1901, which provided the folks a great way to experience the open road. It started as a simple idea, unexpectedly turned into an iconic symbol and continually creating custom motorcycles that would surely hit the motorcycle history.

Today, Harley is offering every rider a variety of styles with premium paint and hand finished tanks. These include Harley CVO, Harley Dyna, Harley VRSC, Harley Sportster, Harley Softail, and more. Every Harley Rocker is tuned differently for a unique and enjoyable riding experience.

For 2011, this premier motorcycle manufacturer will bring new motorcycle models and amazing upgrades on the existing Harleys. Check out for Harley’s new motorcycles, new paint, and graphic combinations and find out what fits your style and personality.

Below is the 2011 Harley Davidson motorcycle line-up.

2011 Harley Davidson Sportster

• Sportster XL883L SuperLow
• Harley Sportster XR1200X
• Sportster Forty-Eight Dark Custom
• Sportster Iron 883
• Sportster XR1200X
• Nightster

2011 Harley Davidson Dyna

• Street Bob
• Super Glide Custom
• Fat Bob
• Wide Glide

2011 Harley Davidson Softail

• Fat Boy
• Softail Deluxe
• Cross Bones
• Harley Rocker C
• Fat Boy Lo
• Heritage Softail Classic

2011 Harley Davidson VRSC

• Night Rod Special
• V-Rod Muscle

2011 Harley Davidson Touring

• Road King Classic
• Road Glide Custom
• Road Glide Ultra
• Street Glide
• Ultra Classic Electra Glide

2011 Harley Davidson Trike

• Tri Glide Ultra Classic
• Street Glide Trike

2011 Harley Davidson CVO

• CVO Softail Convertible
• CVO Street Glide
• CVO Road Glide
• CVO Ultra Classic Electra Glide

Harley Davidson also offers a great deal of accessories to help you build your dream motorcycle by customizing your own Harley. You will be able to find Harley Rocker accessories designed particularly for your motorcycle. Some of these accessories include backrests and racks; bags and luggage; brakes and suspension, control cables and brake lines, electronics, gauges and consoles; engine components; exhaust; foot controls; front end components; hand controls; lighting; motorcycle covers; rear end components; wheels and sprockets; windshields, and many more.

CB radios are used for short distance communications.  CB stands for Citizens’ Band meaning that a license is not required to operate on these channels; they are open for everyone to communicate on.  They can be used for whatever purpose you need, be it business or pleasure.  Many people, especially truckers, use CB to communicate with others on the same stretch of open road.  Businesses often use CB radio to communicate between several teams of people, or to keep in contact with key personnel.

To determine what the best CB radios are, you have to evaluate your own possible usage, and your budget, and then it’s helpful to evaluate some of the top companies in the market, what people are saying about their products, and how many people are purchasing them.

Galaxy CB Radios

Galaxy is one of the most popular and well-known brands in the CB radio market.  They make standard configuration cb radios, no handhelds at the moment, but they have been in the radio business for many years outside of CB.  Here are the list of features, found on the Galaxy website, that are exclusive to their brand of CBs

• Large, easy-to-read meter with 4 scales:
  1. “S” Meter Scale indicates up to 60 dB over S9
  2. Modulation Percentage Scale for use on AM
  3. Power Scale calibrated for AM and SSB
  4. SWR Scale
• Automatic SWR Circuit (no complicated calibration procedure)
• “Talkback” Circuit with On/Off Switch and Volume Control
• Variable Power Output Control
• Roger Beep with On/Off Switch and LED Indicator
• Galaxy Noise Filter for use on weak signals
• High SWR Alert LED Indicator

Uniden is well known for many wireless communication devices.  From Bluetooth to CB, they have been in the business long enough to have built a large following, and strong brand, and they know how to build quality products.  Their quality is so good that many companies (Phillips, for example) brand Uniden’s products under their own name.

Cobra is another well-known and popular brand in CB radios.  They get some of the best reviews on Amazon, as well as having some of the bestselling products in the market. This is a sign that they produce quality products at an affordable price point. The Cobra 29 LTD series are the highest rated radio in the category.

Handheld CB radios are sometimes used, but their use isn’t the most practical.  The frequency used for CB – 27 MHz – propagates poorly in small configurations because a long antenna is required to transmit and receive this frequency.  As such, for handheld operations many people prefer to use an FRS Radio.

FRS Radio

CB radio is still a great way to communicate over short distances though, and when the base cb radio can be placed in a vehicle or building in a permanent location with a long antenna, these radios work excellently.  While the popularity of mobile phones and the internet have caused the usage of CB to decline, but there are still many enthusiasts out there keeping the Citizens’ Band alive.  We’ve done an overview of some CB manufacturers above. Some other noteworthy companies in the field are Connex and Magnum CB radios. As for which is best – the best CB radios are going to be those that, as stated above, meet your needs, and fit your budget, and also have a history of high-quality, good reviews.

Few things give you the sense of freedom as taking a motorcycle road trip.  Some people pack light, needing only a backpack, while others may require a little more cargo room.  This is where motorcycle luggage comes in.  Obviously, if you’re riding with someone, you’re going to have to go with luggage rather than a backpack, not to mention a backpack can get really fatiguing after a few hours on the road.  Many companies have their own specific types of luggage that can be attached to the motorcycle in just the right way, but there are also third party solutions that work just as well.

There are several options when it comes to motorcycle luggage, including bags, hard cases, and large multi-piece motorcycle luggage systems of either form.  For easier mounting of either type, a motorcycle luggage rack is recommended.

Leather Motorcycle Luggage Bags

Leather motorcycle luggage bags are probably the most common, convenient and versatile way to pack your travel gear.  These bags come in many arrangements from saddle bags, to stackable packs.  Often you’ll find multi-piece sets that include the saddle bags as well as stackable bags, straps, and smaller bags that you can mount within arms reach to store items you may need to access on the road (like toll tickets, and cash for tolls, and license and registration for you speed demons).  Leather is used because it is durable, as well as fashionable.  These bags are also easier to carry around when you get to your destination, most of which are either duffle bag shaped (also called a motorcycle roll bag), or they can convert to a backpack.

Motorcycle Hard Luggage

A more permanent solution to storing your travel gear is hard case motorcycle luggage.  These cases are made of either tough plastic, or metal, and often come with key and lock security.  This is obviously the more secure option for traveling if you plan on leaving things with your motorcycle while you eat, visit rest stops, or sleep overnight.  Some people prefer to have one hard case mounted to their motorcycle luggage racks for that secure storage, and then they incorporate a bag system around that.

Whatever type of motorcycle luggage you go with, you want to make sure your system is well-balanced and can carry everything you need.  Not only does the system itself have to be balanced, but you have to pack it in such a way that neither side is overweighted as this may cause awkward handling.

Harley Davidson and Harmon Kardon are two top-of-the-line brands, so you know when they come together to create a motorcycle radio system, it has to be good.  Enter the H-D Advanced Audio System.  This is a merger of the best brand in motorcycles with the best brand in audio for a radio system that is compatible with all Harley Touring models made in 2006 or later, as long as they are radio-equipped.

This radio system can play your CDs whether they have the standard CD format, or MP3s burned onto them.  It also has AM/FM presets so you can save your favorite channels and change them easily while you’re riding.  It also comes equipped with an auxiliary input jack so you can plug in whatever music source you’d like.  The high powered speakers are sure to deliver the music you desire at a level you can hear without a problem.  If you want, you can purchase the optional rear speakers to make sure your passenger doesn’t miss a beat.

The passenger speakers aren’t the only accessory available for this radio system.  For those of us who take frequent long-distance road trips, we understand what a pain it can be to find radio stations every hundred miles as signals come in and fade away.  This is why many of us have invested in XM satellite radio.  The Harley Motorcycle Radio System has an XM satellite radio accessory that can be purchased separately and comes with free activation of XM subscription and 3 months complimentary service.  It mounts right inside your fairing on top of your radio, and your radio will display pertinent information about your current station and song (artist name, song title, and channel info).

If you ride in a group, it’s important to keep in contact with the other members of your group.  This is where a motorcycle CB radio comes in handy.  Another great add-on for the Harley motorcycle radio is an integrated CB radio.  The PTT switch is easy to reach without taking your hands off the handgrip, because it’s mounted right on the handlebar, close to your hand.  The fact that it’s integrated into your radio system is perfect because the CB will automatically mute the radio when transmitting and receiving.  There is also an integrated intercom system for driver to passenger communications.  It’s voice activated and automatically lowers radio volume when in use.

Finally, for exploring new parts of the world on your bike, there’s an available integrated GPS system.  This will provide you with real-time information about your location and how to reach your destination.  It’s displayed on the two-color radio display, so you’re not going to find the pretty maps you might find with a Garmin or Tom-Tom, but the fact that it’s integrated right into your radio is exceptionally convenient.  Your display will show you location, direction, and distance to your next turn, approximate time to your destination,  as well as information about nearby points of interest.  If you miss your turn, your GPS will automatically determine a new route to reach your destination.

The Harley Davidson Motorcycle Radio System is a fully functional radio system on its own.  If you add on all the available accessories, you’re going to be hard-pressed to find a finer, more integrated solution to all of your motorcycle touring needs.  If you own a Touring Harley made in ’06 or later, this is absolutely your best option for a motorcycle radio.

When choosing a motorcycle radio system, it’s important to keep in mind the aesthetics of your bike as well as the quality of the product you’re installing on it. You’ve spent a great deal of time, effort, and money making the bike of your dreams, and it’d be unfortunate to mar the look of it with a poorly mounted motorcycle radio. Sometimes it’s best to take this into consideration as you design the bike so you won’t have any problems later.

Some people like the look of a fairing on their motorcycle, while others don’t.  Aside from it’s look it also provides a great windshield to reduce noise and exhaustion from being pounded by the wind on longer road trips.  Some bikes are conducive to the mounting of a fairing; it fits right in.  If you have a fairing on your motorcycle, it’s going to be a little easier to install a motorcycle radio system.  This is because fairings provide a great mounting base for everything needed for your radio.  You can install a car stereo, or more often, a marine radio (because they’re waterproof or resistant), amp, speakers, and controls all within the housing of the fairing.  The radio will blend right in with the other controls and indicators, and you’ll actually be able to hear the system better due to reduced wind noise.

Your barebones chopper is not going to look particularly great with a big plastic fairing on the front though.  In this case, you’re going to have to opt for one of the handlebar mounted motorcycle radio systems.  These will consist of a smaller receiver that can be inconspicuously mounted somewhere on the handlebars, bullet speakers that are styled to match your bike (either chrome, or painted a matching color), and a hidden amplifier (if you need more power than your radio can put out).  Depending on the system, these can usually be incorporated into the look of your bike with minimal disruption to the flow of the lines and design.  As mentioned above, it might be wise to consider this when building your bike.  Keep in mind that a handlebar mounted radio system is going to be open to every element you are, so if you get stuck out in the rain, your radio is right there with you.  You definitely want to have a weather resistant or weather proof motorcycle radio for situations like this.

In the end, the radio you choose should depend mostly on quality, but you want it to fit into the look of your bike as well.  If you can’t find the motorcycle radio system to meet your needs, you could always just throw an iPod in your jacket pocket, and use headphones.  Consult your local laws regarding the operation of a motorcycle with headphones before doing so though.

When you’re on the road, it’s important to maintain communications. This is especially so on a motorcycle. Many people ride their motorcycles in groups or pairs, because, we all know, there’s safety in numbers. Part of remaining safe is maintaining effective communications with others in your group, while also maintaining full control of your motorcycle. A motorcycle CB radio will do both of those things, combining effective road communications with ergonomically designed controls to minimize distraction while allowing you to keep both hands on the handlebars.

One of the best options available in the world of motorcycle cb is the J&M Handlebar CD Audio System. As stated, it’s important to keep both hands on your handlebars at all times to maintain control of your bike. The JMCB-2003 allows you to minimize the amount of time you have to take your hand off the handlebars by providing ergonomic controls that are within a finger’s reach. CB is an open communication system, which means that anyone on the same channel can talk to one another by simply activating a push to talk (PTT) switch. There are no numbers to dial, no calls to answer; you simply hold down a button and talk, and when you’re not talking, you’re listening. J&M has taken this ease of use to the next level. Their system mounts on the left-side of your handlebars, just next to the light switch, and the PTT is activated by a trigger-like mechanism that can easily be reached with the index finger while keeping the rest of the hand on the handlebar. You will obviously need a headset that is a combination of earphone and microphone for use with the system, and J&M makes those as well. We also talked about minimizing distractions above, and this system accomplishes this by way of large, well-contrasted buttons that are quickly and easily accessed, as well as a bright an highly contrasted digital readout. Further keeping distractions to a minimum is its minimalistic design. There are only 4 large buttons (easily pushed, even with gloves on), two knobs (one controls AUX volume, while the other is a two-tiered combination of volume and squelch), and the PTT trigger. This design is easy to learn, so you don’t have to constantly look at the device to see what you’re doing.

What is unique about the J&M Motorcycle CB radio is its incorporation of music as well. You do need to provide an external source for this music. This system is compatible with any standard portable music device though, whether it’s your iPod, Zune, portable AM/FM radio, or any other MP3 player. Heck, if you’re feeling retro, you can even hook up your discman or walkman. It uses a standard 3.5 mm auxiliary audio input, so any device that uses this standard can be used.

The J&M handlebar cb audio system is a great motorcycle CB radio that covers all functions you could want in such a system, but with an ease of use that keeps safety in the forefront of its operation. As a side note, please consult your local laws regarding the use of headphones while operating a motorcycle. These laws vary from state to state.

Motorcycle radios come in many shapes and sizes. Some are custom fit for your motorcycle, while others are generic builds that you clamp onto the handle bars. Despite these differences there are some similar qualities that any good motorcycle radio must have.

These radios must be weatherproof. What happens if you’re out on a ride and it starts pouring rain? Well, if your radio isn’t waterproof, it gets destroyed, that’s what. How do you prevent this from happening? The best way to avoid shorting out your radio during a rain storm is to use a marine radio. These aren’t the type of radios you’d use to call in “Mayday!” when you’re ship’s going down. No, these are your standard AM/FM/CD radios. In addition, they are rugged and waterproof, and are meant to handle the torrential rains of the high seas, which means they can handle any rain storm mother Earth throws at you.

Motorcycle radios have to be LOUD. Road noise on a motorcycle is incredibly loud, even at low speeds, so your radio needs to be able to sustain high volume levels for extended period of time. This requires speakers that can handle this workload. Speakers built for motorcycle usage are designed for such usage. One brand of this type of speaker is Rumble Road. Rumble Road speakers look like a smaller version of a chrome headlight, except there’s two of them, and they’re pointed right at you, blasting you with sound.

To aid in the loudness factor of your motorcycle radio, you’re going to want to get an amplifier made specifically for motorcycles. One such amplifier is the Biketronics Titan. This motorcycle amplifier boasts a 10 minute install using factory connectors, and it is claimed that listening to it at its highest levels can and will damage your hearing. Now that’s some serious power. This big sound comes in a small package at 1.5″x3.25″x4.25″.

If you combine these three components; a waterproof radio, speakers that can take a pounding and a powerful motorcycle amp, you will have the ultimate motorcycle radio system.

You finally have the motorcycle you have dreamed of, and now you are trying to figure out what additions you can make to your ride to make it the best it can be.  You no longer have to compromise style with for sound, with new lines of quality motorcycle radio systems that are both compact and loud enough to be heard over your powerful motor.  When choosing a motorcycle radio, there are important features you must look for in each model to make sure they will be worth your hard-earned money.

Because the interior of your motorcycle is technically speaking the exterior as well, you will need speakers and components that can withstand the elements of weather.  Waterproof radios and speakers are perfect for areas that suffer periods of April showers.  Bigger is not always better for when it comes to the sizes of systems designed for motorized scooter and motorcycles.  DWG is a radio manufacturer that produces the loudest 2-inch bullet motorcycle speakers on the market today.  These after market speakers are enabled to connect to your iPod, iPhone, mp3 player, and have everything you need to add tunes to any 12V connection.  Including a 100w mini amplifier, and a kill switch for volume control, this affordable system will truly add some kick to your push.

Another great investment for your motorcycle is the Dock ‘N’ Rock Audio System.  This includes a docking station to use with all mobile audio devices and GPS navigation systems along with two motorcycle speakers, wiring harness, and components.  It requires little time for installation, which allows for more time rocking to your favorite tunes via your iPod or mp3 players.  This is an all in one amplified motorcycle speaker system will fit several bikes and offers secure integration.  With Kapton 1-inch voice coils, the sound cannot be beat.

For those of you looking for worldwide access to music, consider purchasing a motorcycle satellite radio.  You will need an XM Sirius radio installation mount that is compatible with your bike.  You will no longer get tired of the same old radio stations playing the same old music.  A great alternative to wearable XM units is the Premier Cycle Accessories universal radio mount that works with several different receivers and does limit you to one specific provider.  With an intelligent design, either you can mount the unit on the left handle clutch reservoir or the right handle brake reservoir.

So put on your helmet, get some gas, and ride the highway to a clear and crisp beat.  No matter if you have your own downloaded mp3′s, or you want the option of tuning into thousands of different stations, there are motorcycle radio accessories that will provide the ultimate audio experience on the road.