Harley and the Davidsons
More than a motorcycle, Harley-Davidson was built from the ground up by Walter & Arthur Davidson, with their friend, Bill Harley. Together these three young men, the sons of blue-collar immigrants, gave everything they had to ensure the survival of the company they founded.
- Metascore57
- 2016-2016
- 1 season
- Discovery Channel
- Documentary
- TV-14
More than a motorcycle, Harley-Davidson was built from the ground up by Walter & Arthur Davidson, with their friend, Bill Harley. Together these three young men, the sons of blue-collar immigrants, gave everything they had to ensure the survival of the company they founded.
Season 1 Episode Guide
3 Episodes 2016
Episode 1
Amazing Machine
Mon, Sep 5, 2016 83 mins
Bill Harley and brothers Walter and Arthur Davidson found a motorcycle company in a shed behind the Davidson's home. But competition is fierce, and Walter has to put their fledgling business on the map by risking his life in racing competitions to beat the industry powerhouse, Indian Motorcycles. The rivalry between the two companies escalates with deadly consequences.
Episode 2
Race to the Top
Tue, Sep 6, 2016 82 mins
Walter and Bill convince Arthur that Harley-Davidson must rejoin the racing community if their business is to survive. Distracted by their race to the top, the founders of Harley-Davidson leave themselves vulnerable to a devastating and unforeseen threat to the survival of their company.
Episode 3
Legacy
Wed, Sep 7, 2016 76 mins
The Great Depression ravages America and cripples the motorcycle industry. With their company on the brink of ruin, Walter, Arthur, and Bill flout conventional wisdom by embarking on their most ambitious and expensive design yet.