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Vivian Bales, crossing the United States solo on motorcycle, 1929 (media.piefed.social)
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[–] lemming741@lemmy.world 6 points 1 week ago (1 children)

If you're ever in Milwaukee, the HD museum is worth the trip. Through WW II, it is very cool. By 1970, you should be looking for the nearest exit.

[–] Onomatopoeia@lemmy.cafe 2 points 1 week ago (1 children)

Ah yes, the "Malaise Years" in the automotive world.

In the case of Harley, brought on by the acquisition by AMF - the same people that made tennis rackets and kid's bikes.

[–] lemming741@lemmy.world 2 points 1 week ago

And for similar reasons- import bikes were slaughtering HD, so they lobbies for protection.