First responders on standby as Harley 110th celebration kicks off
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- As Harley-Davidson's 110th anniversary celebration kicked off on Thursday, August 29th, somewhere in Milwaukee, in a secret room, hundreds of first responders stood by, waiting.In case there's a crisis, a secret team has been assembled in what some might call "The Bat Cave," but for security reasons, no one will disclose where it's located."It's police, it's fire, it's federal, it's hospital, it's Health Department," Lisa Hass-Peters, RN and Emergency Preparedness Coordinator at Froedtert and the Medical College of Wisconsin said.And it's nothing new."We've done this before.
Harley-Davidson holds tribute ride for fallen officers
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- Bikers gathered at the House of Harley for a pre-ride ceremony on Thursday, August 29th, to honor law enforcement heroes.
"Guardian Bells" on Harley bikes to keep riders safe
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- Beneath the frame of many Harley-Davidson motorcycles a small, silver bell can be found -- intended to keep riders safe.
VISIT Milwaukee creates Bikers’ Guide for H-D’s 110th Anniversary
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- Bikers from not only our area, but from around the world, will be riding into Milwaukee for Harley-Davidson's 110th Anniversary.
Leather jackets are riding resumés for a Harley riders
GREENFIELD (WITI) -- A motorcycle rider's leather jacket is like a riding resumé.
Freedom Jacket: A symbol of the Harley-Davidson spirit
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- From Europe to Asia, South America to Milwaukee, the Freedom Jacket is a symbol of the Harley-Davidson spirit.
Hundreds from around the world tour H-D powertrain plant
MENOMONEE FALLS (WITI) -- Workers at the Harley-Davidson Pilgrim Road Plant had a global audience on Thursday, August 29th, as hundreds gathered to watch them build the heart and soul of the world-famous motorcycles."We put the 'motor' into Harley-Davidson Motor Company right here," said John Lowry, Powertrain Operations General Manager. "It's not just an engine and transmission.
Biker band of a different sort rocks House of Harley
GREENFIELD (WITI) -- Music is an important part of Harley-Davidson's 110th Anniversary Celebration.
Tiny service dog named Milwaukee draws attention at Harley 110th
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- During Harley-Davidson's kickoff of its 110th anniversary celebration at Henry Maier Festival Park on Thursday, August 29th, FOX6 News spotted a creature drawing more attention than some of the bikes and bikers themselves -- a service dog, appropriately named "Milwaukee."Many found themselves taking a detour from checking out the bikes and talking with the bikers to admire what comes with four paws.The chihuahua goes by "Millie" for short, and it wasn't long before Mille's mom, Kelly Miscichoski was greeted for another photo shoot."I don't get too far and they take pictures of her," Miscichoski said.Miscichoski once called Wisconsin home, but now lives and rides in Tennessee with her dog.
Wisconsin native, now Texan is self-proclaimed "Harley Girl"
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- Bikers showed up en masse to Milwaukee's Henry Maier Festival Park on Day One of Harley-Davidson's 110th anniversary celebration on Thursday, August 29th, and some put on quite a display in terms of their fashion -- hoping to attract some attention and connect with other bikers.Barbara Kippley was no exception.
Check-ins for charity offered during 110th at Summerfest grounds
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- Bikers flooded Henry Maier Festival Park on Thursday for the kickoff of Harley-Davidson's 110th anniversary celebration -- and folks were donating money to charity through a special check-in, where bikers could drop off items."We are checking helmets, so that way people don’t have to carry them around, and we’re accepting donations for Habitat For Humanity, so that we can build more homes for needy, deserving, hard-working, Milwaukee families," Karen VanHoof said.On Thursday, during the kickoff of the big 110th anniversary celebration, VanHoof was representing Habitat for Humanity.The check-in, which can also involve Harley-Davidson leathers is free, but donations are encouraged."It’s in a secure location.
Henderson vs. Pettis in Harley-Davidson "Hometown Throwdown"
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- The champ versus the hometown hero: UFC 164 is billed as the Harley-Davidson "Hometown Throwdown."It was the roundhouse kick heard round the world of mixed martial arts: The moment Milwaukee's "Showtime" Anthony Pettis delivered it to the face of "Smooth" Benson Henderson during his December 2010 victory in the World Extreme Cagefighting Match, two things happened.Pettis took Henderson's lightweight belt in his hometown of Phoenix, and Henderson had to live with that "Pettis stain on my soul." Secondly -- a video that has been viewed millions of times on YouTube.Soon after the match, the Ultimate Fighting Championship absorbed the WEC, (World Extreme Cagefighting).
Milw. Harlistas using 110th to raise money to restore mural
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- The Milwaukee Harlistas are a group of Latin Americans with a love for Harley-Davidson, and they have big plans for Harley-Davidson's 110th Anniversary Celebration!"I love just being out in the open and the sound of the motorcycle itself.
Morning anchors hang at Harley Museum to talk about Harley 110th
Nicole Koglin, Jessob Reisbeck and Angelica Duria join FOX6 WakeUp from the Harley-Davidson Museum to get all the details on the Harley-Davidson 110th Anniversary Celebration.
Bikers are here as Harley-Davidson 110th Anniversary set to begin
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- The bikers are here!
House of Harley kicks off Harley-Davidson 110th festivities
GREENFIELD (WITI) -- To kick off the 110th anniversary celebration for Harley-Davidson, the House of Harley-Davidson, Wisconsin’s oldest and largest dealership, will host a special opening ceremony Wednesday, August 28th.
Safety School instructor offers motorcycle safety tips
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- As we gear up for the Harley-Davidson 110th anniversary celebration, drivers need to beware of all the motorcycles on the road, and motorcyclists tell FOX6 News they are worried about vehicles with whom they are sharing the road.FOX6's Contact 6 recently took in a rider's class at Learning Curves Motorcycle Safety School."The experienced riders I know, they recommended this course because they took it themselves," John Wilson said."I'm most worried about other people because I can't control them.
Summerfest grounds nearly ready for Harley-Davidson's 110th
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- One of the focal points of the Harley-Davidson 110th Anniversary Celebration will be all the activity taking place at Maier Festival Park.While the live music has yet to arrive, at Angelo's Pizza, you can already hear the beat."We have to get prepared.
Biker Mania Vendor Mall found at Milwaukee's Veterans Park
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- It's not just riders rolling into Milwaukee this week, vendors from across the country are busy setting up at Veterans Park for the Biker Mania Vendor Mall."To come back up here to the home of Harley, it's nice," says merchandise vendor Tom Bivins.The 4-day event has something for just about everyone, whether you're in the market for a motorcycle or looking to trick out your bike."We've got four full-time mechanics back here with us, any product that you want we can put on for you at the rally," says Todd Hinrichs with Kuryakyn.But before you ride off on a motorcycle you have to look the part."We sell everything from men and ladies apparel, event T-shirts, a little bit of Harley-Davidson kids stuff, a pretty good mix," says Bivins.Bikes of all shapes and sizes will be on display.But a motorcycle built for GEICO to honor our troops will likely catch a few eyes."This bike was built for us last year by Paul Jr.
Stilettos on Steel is state's largest all-female Harley riding group
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- The evolving face of the Harley-Davidson rider now includes more women than ever -- and they're changing the perception of a "biker chick."From the moment they hit the road, with the wind at their backs and their hair flowing free, their minds are at ease."It makes my heart feel good," Brenda Kuhl said."You get a lot of time to think and soul search," Amy Price said."It's as close to flying as you'll ever get," Anne Zube said."To me, it's just a sense of freedom," Amy Price said.These women are part of a group called "Stilettos on Steel.""This is the face of a female rider," Zube, the CEO of Stilettos on Steel told FOX6 News.Tired of sitting on the back of a bike, they hopped on board their own bikes."It`s now women taking the handlebars, getting behind it, getting out of the passenger seat and really taking control of their destiny," Zube said.The group consists of women from all walks of life."We have business owners, homemakers, grandmothers, widowers.