also costs a bit more at $21,999, for the base model,
up from $18,999 for the entry-level Road King. The
Milwaukee motorcycle giant would welcome some more
big bike sales. While 2016 saw some incremental gains
in Canada, the Middle East and Asia, sales figures were
down 13% in Latin America and 4% in the U.S., where
H-D sold 161,658 machines, down from 168,240 in
2015. Worldwide, despite gains in some international
markets, motorcycle retail sales fell 1.6%, Harley
said. The company also saw falling numbers in parts,
accessories and merchandise, which have traditionally
been solid sales segments. In a recent fourth-quarter
earnings report, Harley-Davidson Inc. President and
CEO Matt Levatich said his company's goal for the
next decade is to build "the new generation of Harley-
Davidson riders worldwide. "That means Harley fans can
expect to see more Road King-style makeovers.
