PENDLETON, Ore., March 8, 2017 /PRNewswire/ -- Pendleton Bike Week organizers announced today that Harley-Davidson Motor Company is now the title sponsor of Pendleton Bike Week 2017, July 19-23 in Pendleton, Oregon. Harley-Davidson will have two factory demo trucks onsite so riders can experience the performance of the company's full line of motorcycles, including the new Milwaukee-Eight™ engine.
"Harley-Davidson is honored to be the title sponsor of Pendleton Bike Week," said Chris Kutsch, Project Manager of Harley Davidson Events. "We are looking forward to rolling out west to Pendleton, and think it will be a great event for riders and non riders alike."
"We are very proud to host Harley-Davidson and their factory demo team. Pendleton Bike Week is the fastest growing motorcycle rally on the West Coast, and Harley-Davidson brings a lot to the table," according to Eric Folkestad, one of the organizers of Pendleton Bike Week.
"Riders are passionate about great motorcycles, and Harley-Davidson is an iconic American brand. Having the opportunity to ride these new bikes and talk with factory reps is amazing," says Pat Beard, Event Recruiter for Travel Pendleton. "The city of Pendleton is buzzing with excitement for this year's event."
Located along Interstate 84 at the base of the scenic Blue Mountains, Pendleton, Oregon has become well-known as a hub for motorcycle touring.
Pendleton Bike Week takes place July 19-23, 2017 at the Pendleton Convention Center. Based on advance ticket sales, attendance is on track to double over the previous year's event.