Harley Quinn Coloring Book

Harley-Davidson is an American motorcycle company, one of the most iconic brands in the motorcycle industry. Founded in 1903 in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, by William S. Harley, Arthur Davidson, Walter Davidson and William A. Davidson. The company is known for its distinctive motorcycles, motorcycle culture and dedication to the lifestyle and spirit of freedom.

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1. History: Harley-Davidson was founded in a small garage in Milwaukee by four founders. Their first motorcycle was built in 1903, and the company officially registered in 1907.
2. Model 1903: The first Harley-Davidson motorcycle was powered by a 116cc engine, reached a top speed of about 45 mph and had two speeds. It was the beginning of a legend.
3. V-Twin engines: A distinctive Harley-Davidson hallmark is the V-Twin (V-shaped) engine layout with two cylinders, which gives the motorcycles their characteristic sound and power.
4. Police motorcycles: In the 1920s, Harley-Davidson began supplying motorcycles to police forces, which over time helped build their reputation as police motorcycles.
5. Motorcycle culture: Harley-Davidson has become a symbol of motorcycle culture, often associated with a spirit of independence, adventure and a rebellious lifestyle.
6. Motorcycle rallies: The annual motorcycle convention in Sturgis, South Dakota, is one of the largest and best-known Harley-Davidson events. Thousands of motorcyclists gather there to celebrate their love of riding on two wheels.
7. Harley Owners Group (H.O.G.): It is a club of Harley-Davidson motorcycle owners, which was founded in 1983. H.O.G. organizes parties, events and meetings for lovers of the brand.
8. Iconic models: Over the decades, Harley-Davidson has introduced many iconic models, such as the "Sportster," "Softail," "Touring," "Dyna" and many others.
9. Pop culture impact: Harley-Davidson has become a pop culture icon, often appearing in movies, TV series, music videos and other media.
10. New technologies: Today's Harley-Davidson models are equipped with advanced technologies such as ABS, traction control and navigation systems.

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1. Originally from the animated series: Harley Quinn made her debut in the animated series "Batman: The Animated Series" in 1992. She was created as an episodic character, but gained immense popularity and became one of the iconic characters of the DC Comics universe.
2. Inspired by the actress: The character of Harley Quinn was inspired by actress Arleen Sorkin, who played the role of a comedienne dressed as a harlequin in an episode of "Days of Our Lives." The creators of the animated series noted that this character would have potential as an opponent of the Joker.
3. Initial outfit: Harley Quinn's first outfit in the animated series was a red-and-black harlequin costume. Later, different variations of her costume appeared, but the red-and-black theme remained distinctive.
4. Relationship with the Joker: Harley Quinn is best known as the Joker's associate and partner. Their relationship is toxic and violent, but also rife with quirks and humor.
5. Unexpected popularity: Harley Quinn was originally intended to be only a supporting character, but her distinctive appearance, personality and relationship with the Joker attracted huge fan interest, leading to her larger role in comic books and other media.
6. Harlequin Caricature: The character was also inspired by a caricature of Harlequin, who is a character from the comedy dell'arte, a popular theatrical form from the 16th century. Hence the origin of the name "Harley Quinn."
7. Standalone figure: As her popularity grew, Harley Quinn became a stand-alone character in comic books and other media. She has earned her own comic book series and appears in many other productions related to the DC universe.
8. Different interpretations: In various adaptations, Harley Quinn was portrayed in different contexts. She has been a heroine, an anti-heroine and even an antagonist depending on the specific work.
9. Own team: Harley Quinn became the leader of a superhero team called "Gotham City Sirens," which brought together female characters associated with Batman, such as Catwoman and Poison Ivy.
10. Movie and animated series: Harley Quinn lived to see her own animated series titled "Harley Quinn," which shows her as a standalone character trying to find her place in the world of superheroes and villainous super-villains. A film production of "Birds of Prey (And the Fantabulous Emancipation of One Harley Quinn)" also premiered in 2020, with Margot Robbie playing the role of Harley Quinn.