St. Charles Harley-Davidson® Blog
Wow, to know that someone actually clicked on the about us link is truly flattering. Unless, of course, you are just another fellow competitor gathering ammunition to bad mouth us to other customers and/or manufacturers and vendors, well then we take that as a compliment too. We must be doing something worthy of your valued time. At St. Charles Harley-Davidson® we attempt to bring humor, hard work, competitiveness, compassion, and a love for everything Harley-Davidson® to our market. We have no desire to be “just another” Harley® store. Make no mistake we want and desire to make our indelible mark on each and every customer that walks through our doors, checks us out on-line, or even hears about us through word-of-mouth.
Riding in Style
Each time you cruise around town on your Harley-Davidson® (H-D) motorcycle, you need to wear the proper gear. Motorclothes help boost the safety, comfort, and enjoyment of your ride. But when you are new to the motorcycle lifestyle, it can be hard knowing what you actually need to get and what is an effective sales pitch. We created the essential guide to motorclothes below. For all your Harley-Davidson motorcycle needs, visit St. Charles Harley-Davidson. You'll find us in St. Charles, Missouri.
The New 2019 FXDR
Grab your boots and jacket because the all-new Harley-Davidson® FXDR™ 114 is rolling into town. The Softail® family has been distilled into a singular incarnation, a beastly melding of modern technology and classic style that takes the form of a sleek and powerful cruiser destined to rip up city streets and turn heads of unworthy pedestrians. Designed from the road up, the FXDR™ will move you in ways you never thought possible. The aggressive attitude and killer aesthetics might have you wondering if the smile on your face will ever fade as you rack up mile after mile of thrill and adventure.
Riding a Heavy Motorcycle
A Harley-Davidson® motorcycle is a massive beast of a machine. After all, it needs to pack that extra power capabilities somewhere. Heavy motorcycles can be better performing machines, but they are unique to ride. We gathered up the crucial tips for riding a heavy Harley motorcycle below. When you are ready to look at different models, visit St. Charles Harley-Davidson®. We are located near St. Louis and Columbia, Missouri.
Motorcycle Helmets
You’d like to think that wearing a helmet on a motorcycle is common sense and while that might be true, not all riders know the importance of choosing the right helmet. A helmet is going to protect your most important asset in the event of a fall or crash and that, of course, is your head. Features, brands, prices, and categories of helmets can vary. For maximum protection, you’ll need to find a helmet that fits right and that’s one thing that’s the same across the board.
Warm Weather Riding
Few things beat riding Harley-Davidson® bikes in the summer, with the sun warming your back and the open road stretching out ahead of you. At St. Charles Harley-Davidson®, we know how pleasurable summer riding can be, especially when you’re on a Harley touring bike. However, summers get hot, particularly here in the Midwest, where temperatures easily reach 100°F in July and August.
Harley-Davidson® Road King® Special
The 2018 Harley touring lineup brings forth a bike unprecedented in its dark power and fierce design: the Road King® Special. Borrowing from the classic Road King look, the Special amplifies everything about the bike with more style, more innovation, and more power and performance to go along with it. The comfort features haven’t been ignored either, with plush seating, ergonomic design, and quality parts to give riders a smooth ride with plenty of attitude.
Long Distance Riding Tips for Harley-Davidson® Motorcycles
Touring trips combine all the fun of travel with all the fun of riding motorcycles. Hop aboard your hog and head to new locations. Spend all day exploring the area, head to the hotel, then do it all again the next day. Enjoy better gas mileage on road trips and a more thrill-filled journey. Harley-Davidson® bikes are a great vehicle for long distance rides. We gathered up our favorite touring trips below. For all your motorcycle needs, visit St. Charles Harley-Davidson®. We serve the areas of St. Louis and Columbia, Missouri.
The Harley-Davidson Boom!™ Audio System
Whether you’re a city slicker or an open road runner, there’s not much that can make your afternoon ride more exciting or enjoyable...except maybe your favorite tunes. If you’re worried about having to listen to the roaring wind for entertainment on long rides, worry no more. Harley-Davidson offers the Boom!™ Audio system to upgrade the way you listen to your favorite music or podcast or whatever media helps you pass the time. If you’d like the Boom! Audio system installed on your ride, contact our service department at St. Charles Harley-Davidson. We’re near St. Louis, Columbia, and St. Peters, Missouri.
Touring vs Cruising
At first glance, touring bikes and cruisers are relatively similar. Big and powerful, both of these bikes can tear down the road and look great while doing it. In terms of specialized use, cruisers and touring bikes are much different. A rider looking for an afternoon ride through town faces different struggles than one planning for a long-distance trip.
Safe Riding in Bad Weather
Not every winter day is covered in snow and not every spring day sees torrential downpours, so not every motorcycle rider puts their bike away for the cold months. For those precious few days that you can see the sun, you’ll want your ride ready to go so you can make the most of every perfect riding day. But whether you prefer to ride all winter or you wait until summer, you may run into rain every once in a while. While storms should be avoided, it’s better to know best riding practices for rainy conditions so you won’t have to white-knuckle your way home. To help get you started, St. Charles Harley-Davidson® has provided you with some of our tips and tricks for riding in the rain.
Choosing the Right Harley-Davidson® Motorcycle for You
Harley-Davidson® has a wide variety of bikes, so which motorcycles should you be test riding? For those who are looking to join the legacy of Harley-Davidson® and want to buy their own Harley-Davidson® motorcycle, here at St. Charles Harley-Davidson®, we’ve provided some of the basic considerations that should be informing your motorcycle choice. Take a look, and if you find you’re still a little hazy on how to choose a Harley-Davidson® motorcycle, talk to our professional staff about what you want and need from your bike and they’ll help you find the best fit.
Reasons to Buy a Harley-Davidson® Motorcycle
Harley-Davidson® Motor Company is one of America’s most iconic motorcycle manufacturers, and after over 100 years in business, they’ve proven what it looks like to continually reinvent people’s concept of a motorcycle. The Milwaukee-based company has attracted legions of loyal riders, and for many riders, Harley-Davidson® bikes are the only bikes they’ll ride. But how did Harley-Davidson® become so successful? And why do modern riders still choose Harley-Davidson® over other bike manufacturers?
The All-New 2018 Harley-Davidson® Sport Glide®
This Fall, Harley-Davidson® released their all-new 2018 Harley-Davidson® Sport Glide®, the latest in a long line of successful, iconic motorcycles. The Sport Glide® was made for the rider who needs their bike to do a little bit of everything, whether that be cruising to work or around town in style or powering down the interstate on a new touring adventure. It also comes with a brand new engine, so we know you’ll want to see this bike up close. Here at St. Charles Harley-Davidson®, we have it ready to go in our showroom for you to look at or take for a test ride. Stop by our location in St. Charles, Missouri to check out this sweet new ride. We also serve the areas of O'Fallon, St. Peters, and St. Louis.
New 2018 Softail Motorcycles
Take a new Harley-Davidson® Softail® cruiser for a ride, and you’ll be met with stunning style features, unmatched power, and uncompromising comfort. We have new and in-stock models from the new Softail® lineup here, so don’t hesitate to come check them out today. You can take one for a test ride, and you’ll see right away what’s so great about the new custom revolution!
New 2018 Touring Motorcycles
The American countryside has everything you could possibly want to see. From mountains and waterfalls to desert plains and long stretches of farmland, you can view all the scenery you like from the comfort of a new 2018 Harley-Davidson® touring motorcycle. Our new and in-stock models from Harley don’t just settle for being reliable. These bikes achieve excellence in every category, including performance, style, comfort, and convenience. That’s because Harley knows that riders need a strong bike to get them where they need to go, a visually stunning bike that’s worth showing off, and comfortable and convenient features that make even the longest of roads feel more and more exciting after every mile.