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The stock of flag making companies must have
risen drastically just before the Harley 100th took place. |
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Out for a spin, these very conservative, conventional,
and relaxed looking riders are just here to have a good time. |
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A bit of a traffic jam here, which happens
from time to time. When the crowds further down Wisconsin Avenue get a bit
too affectionate, everything grinds to a halt. |
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On the move, once more, these enthusiasts roar
by, enjoying the parade, but hoping to get to the lake sometime soon. |
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Exuberant, and a bit intoxicated by miles of
cheering fans, the riders raise arms, wave hands, and seem to ride
several inches above the ground. |
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A look east, down Wisconsin Avenue, Milwaukee's
main street. We are looking east towards Lake Michigan. The lake itself, along
with the festival grounds are a couple of miles down the street. Traffic
has stopped once again. |
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Where's the fire? |
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Harley VonDavidson. I can't determine the exact
make of this bike, but it could very well be a Harley. They did offer two
stroke and even off road bikes for a number of years. In past wars, they
even made special bikes for the military, including a flat twin with a drive
shaft for desert use. |
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More visitors from New Zealand, showing their
nations flag and their passion's flag. |
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It's a stretch, but they made it. Lots of hands
being slapped today. |
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The twins propelled down the street by the
V-Twin. |
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Stopped again, but no one seems to mind. The
bikers are bunched up for blocks waiting for traffic to move. |
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Moving again, the parade riders wave, smile,
and stare at the crowds awaiting them. |
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Dad has the kids today, and has decided to
take them for a little spin. I wonder where mom is, and if she knows where
they are? |
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This rider is using his camera phone to send
pictures back to his friends. |
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The cell phone user seems to be eating his
words here. A buffalo rider sits behind. |
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Indian stopped producing motorcycles years
ago (though the company name has been resurrected). Even so, the chief here
seems to be wearing an indian head dress. |
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I waved to your mom, but she didn't wave back.
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Having a great time, wish the kids could be
here to see it. |
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Here, helmets display allegiance, One with the
red white and blue, one with the green and gold. |
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Things are at a bit of a standstill, because
of the crowds. More HOG banners can be seen in the background. |
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Nearly done with the parade route, and just
heading into downtown. This is where the heaviest crowds were gathered. |
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And still they come. The HOG chapters have
passed, but thousands of unaffiliated riders continue down the street. |
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People move off of the sidewalks and out into
the streets, wanting to get closer to the bikers. |
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The spectators have signs and banners of their
own. Most say welcome, or come back soon. |