Harley Helps Haiti - 28 Motorcycles Sent for Relief Hot

The earthquake in Haiti has inspired relief efforts across the globe. From celebrities to politicians to 8-year old boys in London. Now, the motorcycle industry is pitching in too. Harley-Davidson is sending 28 motorcycles down to Haiti to aid in the relief effort.

The 28 motorcycles will consist mainly of Harley-Davidson model bikes but a few Buell models will make it down as well. The bikes will be sent to Harley’s dealership, MagnaMotors, in the Dominican Republic. The bikes will then be distributed to the United Nations Stabilization Mission in Haiti.

The 28 motorcycles will stay with the Haitian Government after the relief efforts have been completed

“Our thoughts are with all of those affected by this devastating disaster in Haiti.” says Rod Copes, Harley-Davidson’s senior vice president of international sales and business development. “As the relief and stabilization efforts continue, motorcycles can often offer a higher degree of maneuverability and access than other types of vehicles.”

Harley-Davidson sales have been down this year and it had to shut down and liquidate its Buell branch. It is good to see that the American motorcycle company still has its generous nature intact.