Harley sales don't suck

FWIW

Reuters News Service - July 12, 2003

HARLEY DEMOGRAPHIC SEEING INCREASE IN GAY RIDERS

Milwaukee, Wisconsin, July 13 - The latest demographic data obtained by an
independent auditing firm suggests that more and more homosexuals and lesbians are purchasing Harley Davidson motorcycles.

Zogby International, an renowned opinion and marketing research organization based in Upstate New York, compiled the data using surveys provided to motorcyclist and gay-oriented organizations. Zogby International would not comment when asked if they were hired by the Harley-Davidson Motor Company to conduct this survey.

"What we are seeing here, is a significant change in the percentage of owners of Harley Davidson motorcyclists, who happen to be gay. This is in direct contrast to the presumed 'typical Harley owner'" states John Daniels, an auditor for Zogby.

When polled as to what motivated a gay consumer to obtain a Harley Davidson product, the most common answer pertained to its masculine image the motor company and its product suggests.

When asked which model motorcycle was the model of choice, 39% preferred the Springer Softail. The second model of choice was the Fat Boy with 33% of the surveys tabulated. The remaining 28% was divided amongst the various other models Harley Davidson produces. No explanation was provided as to why these models were the preferred over the others.

While no one is certain as to what overall percentage of the Harley Davidson motorcycles happen to be gay, evidence suggests that the homosexual/lesbian ownership segment is growing.

"It just goes to show you, that you never know whom you may be riding with, or waving to on that motorcycle", says Mr. Daniels, "It has been long documented that the female population is the fastest growing segment in the motorcycle industry. However, the gay population may soon give it a run for its money."

Post #181,159 by deSitter 10/27/04 11:24:12 AM Reply	Harley sales don't suck FWIW Reuters News Service - July 12, 2003 HARLEY DEMOGRAPHIC SEEING INCREASE IN GAY RIDERS Milwaukee, Wisconsin, July 13 - The latest demographic data obtained by an independent auditing firm suggests that more and more homosexuals and lesbians are purchasing Harley Davidson motorcycles. Zogby International, an renowned opinion and marketing research organization based in Upstate New York, compiled the data using surveys provided to motorcyclist and gay-oriented organizations. Zogby International would not comment when asked if they were hired by the Harley-Davidson Motor Company to conduct this survey. "What we are seeing here, is a significant change in the percentage of owners of Harley Davidson motorcyclists, who happen to be gay. This is in direct contrast to the presumed 'typical Harley owner'" states John Daniels, an auditor for Zogby. When polled as to what motivated a gay consumer to obtain a Harley Davidson product, the most common answer pertained to its masculine image the motor company and its product suggests. When asked which model motorcycle was the model of choice, 39% preferred the Springer Softail. The second model of choice was the Fat Boy with 33% of the surveys tabulated. The remaining 28% was divided amongst the various other models Harley Davidson produces. No explanation was provided as to why these models were the preferred over the others. While no one is certain as to what overall percentage of the Harley Davidson motorcycles happen to be gay, evidence suggests that the homosexual/lesbian ownership segment is growing. "It just goes to show you, that you never know whom you may be riding with, or waving to on that motorcycle", says Mr. Daniels, "It has been long documented that the female population is the fastest growing segment in the motorcycle industry. However, the gay population may soon give it a run for its money." -drl
Post #181,165 by drewk 10/27/04 11:33:09 AM Reply	Geez, this is too easy This is in direct contrast to the presumed 'typical Harley owner' What, they don't wear enough leather? 39% preferred the Springer Softail. The second model of choice was the Fat Boy with 33% Do I even have to write the punch lines? === Implicitly condoning stupidity since 2001.
Post #181,194 by Andrew Grygus 10/27/04 1:04:51 PM Reply	Ummm . . . Gee . . . . Gays on Harleys have been a cliche here in Southern California so long I can't immagine this is news. The gay boys ticked out in complete classic movie style leathers, old fashioned motocycle hats and 20 pounds of chrome chains swarm Hollywood on their chrome decorated stock and classic Harleys. Deisel dykes are far from stylish but have also favored Harleys by a wide margin. I think the yuppies picked up on Harleys due to admiration of the stylish gay biker image rather than the rather less stylish and far more dangerous looking chopper pilots riding machines customized beyond recognition (though sanitized pseudo-choppers have become fairly popular here recently). [link\|http://www.aaxnet.com\|AAx]
Post #181,206 by folkert 10/27/04 1:22:56 PM Reply	My Boss just bought a pair of Harley's A Royal Purple one for Him and a Royal Blue one for his wife. Don't know what this tells me. -- [link\|mailto:greg@gregfolkert.net\|greg], [link\|http://www.iwethey.org/ed_curry\|REMEMBER ED CURRY!] @ *i_wethey* No matter how much Microsoft supporters whine about how Linux and other operating systems have just as many bugs as their operating systems do, the bottom line is that the serious, gut-wrenching problems happen on Windows, not on Linux, not on Mac OS. -- [link\|http://www.eweek.com/article2/0,1759,1622086,00.asp\|source] Here is an example: [link\|http://www.greymagic.com/security/advisories/gm001-ie/\|Executing arbitrary commands without Active Scripting or ActiveX when using Windows]
Post #181,207 by Steve Lowe 10/27/04 1:25:14 PM Reply	That they're Royalty? -- Steve
Post #181,218 by deSitter 10/27/04 2:25:22 PM Reply	-groan- -drl
Post #181,235 by Steve Lowe 10/27/04 3:27:57 PM Reply	thank you, I'll be here all week! -- Steve
Post #181,226 by pwhysall 10/27/04 2:52:34 PM Reply	Remember... ...Ross is in StL, where the water is described as “good stuff”. They‘re probably just discovering “gay”. Peter [link\|http://www.debian.org\|Shill For Hire] [link\|http://www.kuro5hin.org\|There is no K5 Cabal] [link\|http://guildenstern.dyndns.org\|Home]
Post #181,233 by Silverlock 10/27/04 3:16:44 PM Reply	Not anymore he isn't Atlanta GA. The gay capital of the South. ----------------------------------------- How do you convince a Washington Journalist that you're not slapping him in the face? Tell him you're not.
Post #181,240 by deSitter 10/27/04 3:49:02 PM Reply	it's just temporary :) -drl
Post #181,243 by folkert 10/27/04 3:52:10 PM Reply	The fact the Atlanta is the Capitol? Or your residence there? :-D -- [link\|mailto:greg@gregfolkert.net\|greg], [link\|http://www.iwethey.org/ed_curry\|REMEMBER ED CURRY!] @ *i_wethey* No matter how much Microsoft supporters whine about how Linux and other operating systems have just as many bugs as their operating systems do, the bottom line is that the serious, gut-wrenching problems happen on Windows, not on Linux, not on Mac OS. -- [link\|http://www.eweek.com/article2/0,1759,1622086,00.asp\|source] Here is an example: [link\|http://www.greymagic.com/security/advisories/gm001-ie/\|Executing arbitrary commands without Active Scripting or ActiveX when using Windows]
Post #181,249 by deSitter 10/27/04 4:02:54 PM Reply	Re: The fact the Atlanta is the Capitol? I thought you would say, "that you are gay?" No, I live in StL, water and all. I'm just on extended working vacation. -drl
Post #181,262 by folkert 10/27/04 4:37:41 PM Reply	Nah, personal insults don't work. I just attack Perceived weakness... or Actions I disagree with... or Theories I disagree with... or When you get me cranky, that stuff doesn't apply. -- [link\|mailto:greg@gregfolkert.net\|greg], [link\|http://www.iwethey.org/ed_curry\|REMEMBER ED CURRY!] @ *i_wethey* No matter how much Microsoft supporters whine about how Linux and other operating systems have just as many bugs as their operating systems do, the bottom line is that the serious, gut-wrenching problems happen on Windows, not on Linux, not on Mac OS. -- [link\|http://www.eweek.com/article2/0,1759,1622086,00.asp\|source] Here is an example: [link\|http://www.greymagic.com/security/advisories/gm001-ie/\|Executing arbitrary commands without Active Scripting or ActiveX when using Windows]
Post #181,265 by Nightowl 10/27/04 4:44:08 PM Reply	Aw man... Guess it was too much to hope that it was permanent. ;) Nightowl >8# "It's not where a person stands in time of comfort and security, but rather where they stand in times of strife and controversy that determine true friends." (Quote sent to me by a true friend, author unknown).
Post #181,245 by Silverlock 10/27/04 3:54:22 PM 10/27/04 3:54:44 PM Reply	Edit- Greg beat me to it ----------------------------------------- How do you convince a Washington Journalist that you're not slapping him in the face? Tell him you're not. Edited by Silverlock Oct. 27, 2004, 03:54:44 PM EDT Expand All History
Post #181,247 by folkert 10/27/04 3:56:45 PM Reply	Oh yeah. Finally got it in faster! -- [link\|mailto:greg@gregfolkert.net\|greg], [link\|http://www.iwethey.org/ed_curry\|REMEMBER ED CURRY!] @ *i_wethey* No matter how much Microsoft supporters whine about how Linux and other operating systems have just as many bugs as their operating systems do, the bottom line is that the serious, gut-wrenching problems happen on Windows, not on Linux, not on Mac OS. -- [link\|http://www.eweek.com/article2/0,1759,1622086,00.asp\|source] Here is an example: [link\|http://www.greymagic.com/security/advisories/gm001-ie/\|Executing arbitrary commands without Active Scripting or ActiveX when using Windows]
Post #181,258 by Steve Lowe 10/27/04 4:17:23 PM Reply	considering the context, Got WHAT in WHERE faster??? -- Steve
Post #181,261 by folkert 10/27/04 4:29:45 PM Reply	Only you got the joke! You can keep the tip! -- [link\|mailto:greg@gregfolkert.net\|greg], [link\|http://www.iwethey.org/ed_curry\|REMEMBER ED CURRY!] @ *i_wethey* No matter how much Microsoft supporters whine about how Linux and other operating systems have just as many bugs as their operating systems do, the bottom line is that the serious, gut-wrenching problems happen on Windows, not on Linux, not on Mac OS. -- [link\|http://www.eweek.com/article2/0,1759,1622086,00.asp\|source] Here is an example: [link\|http://www.greymagic.com/security/advisories/gm001-ie/\|Executing arbitrary commands without Active Scripting or ActiveX when using Windows]

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