In some states it's the law. In others it's not. However you look at it, though, a motorcycle helmet is good protection to have in the event you dump your Harley. If you are going to wear a helmet, though, you should do it in style. Harley Davidson makes helmets that protect you and tell the world your passion for Harley Davidson motorcycles.

When it comes to motorcycle riding, boots are both a fashion statement and a necessity. A good boot protects your foot from the dangers that riding can present. Of course, you are not just a motorcyclist, but a Harley rider. That means not just any boot will do the job. Harley Davidson offers a line of boots that will deliver the style you want and the protection you need.

The 2011 Harley-Davidson Touring models are an exceptional line of powerful motorcycles. For many years, it was the big hogs (dressers, touring bikes, whatever you chose to call them) and then the Sportsters. Surely there are those who, when you said Harley, knew nothing more than these big, V-twin machines. Back then, they had knuckle head motors, droopy leather saddle bags with fringes that scraped the ground when you rode, and a large seat that looked like it was made for a farm tractor, which could seat two, if absolutely necessary.

Although similar to past vehicles, the big Harley Touring bikes come in a wide variety of styles and colors. All are powered by the twin cam 1802cc engine. Bear in mind, each of these Harley-Davidson vehicles can be ordered with customization. Go to www.harley-davidson.com for a full 360-degree view.

Here's a short description of the eight 2011 Harley-Davidson Touring motorcycles.

ATLANTA (August 4, 2010) - Harley-Davidson, Inc. (NYSE:HOG) yesterday announced the awarding of a second $1 million grant from the Harley-Davidson Foundation, Inc. to the non-profit organization, the Disabled American Veterans (DAV). Harley-Davidson's relationship with the DAV dates to 2006, when the Harley-Davidson Foundation made a prior $1 million grant to the organization. The new grant announced yesterday at the DAV National Convention in Atlanta is designated for continued funding of the DAV's Mobile Service Office (MSO) program over the next four years.

When riding, good gloves are not only important, they are crucial. Gloves not only protect your hands from debris, but they also help to maintain a good grip. In the summer hear, when sweat can really become an issue, that grip function is even more important. Of course, gloves in themselves can become hot. There are options, though, that provide both functionality and style. Harley Davidson's gloves are designed with motorcycle riding in mind, so they offer both quality and function.

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Fingerless gloves are the obvious choice for the summer. Of course, they are essentially made for warm weather riding as they don't offer protection from the cold for your fingers. Many people find that full gloves restrict their motion (particularly the motion of their fingers), so fingerless gloves also answer their needs. Harley offers 14 different fingerless gloves for men. The ultimate in summer usage are probably the perforated and mesh versions because they allow your hand to breath.