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Harley-Davidson . “ The striping graphic effect is a powerful signal to the generation that came of age during this era , and is still impactful today ,” said Brad Richards , Harley-Davidson Vice President of Design and Creative Director . “ The Celestial Blue base colour selected for Fast Johnnie recalls a popular tone from the muscle car era . For the graphic striping , we created a custom white colour formulated to authentically reflect the era , executed in a classic thin-wide-thin pattern on the sides and top of the motorcycle bodywork . The look is a nod to pure Americana .” On the tank and front fender “ Harley- Davidson ” script replaces one of the thin stripe elements . Depending on the motorcycle model , the striping is applied to the front and rear fenders , the fuel tank top and sides , the front of the fairing and the side covers and saddlebags . The Enthusiast Motorcycle Collection logo is on the rear fender .
FIT FOR A KING In a completely different aesthetic , the new Electra Glide Highway King joins the lineup as the third bike in the Harley-Davidson Icons collection and is an exercise in pure nostalgia . Featuring spoked wheels wrapped in widewhitewall tyres , a two-tone windshield , a solo suspension seat and carefully curated colours , the Highway King takes its inspiration from the iconic 1968 FLH Electra Glide . The limited edition Electra Glide Highway King combines the flair of the Swinging 60s with the comfort and technology of a modern Harley-Davidson Grand American Touring motorcycle . As part of the Harley-Davidson Icons Motorcycle Collection , the Electra Glide Highway King will only see a production run of 1750 examples , and to keep the Icons Collection as a true limited edition , Harley says the bikes will only be produced once . So , what makes the 1968 the Electra Glide an Icon ? Back in its day , the model topped the Harley-Davidson motorcycle line . Riders who wanted a little extra touring comfort and convenience could order theirs with the King of the Highway accessories group , which added fibreglass saddlebags , a windshield , a luggage rack over the rear fender , and engine guards . “ In its day , this was a really deluxe motorcycle ,” said Brad Richards , Harley-Davidson Vice President of Design and Creative Director . “ The colours we ’ ve selected for the Highway King model are reminiscent of the original colour options offered in 1968 . We carefully
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