Harley Sends Bikes Over to Baghdad

The approaching holidays will be felt by the troops deployed in Iraq in full, if we are to judge by what the iconic bike maker called Harley-Davidson has prepared. The company, together with Bikes Over Baghdad (BOB) will be hosting a series of events at military bases throughout Iraq and Kuwait throughout November and December.

The events, designed to bring a bit of entertainment to some 50,000 military personnel, will include big names of the sports and entertainment worlds: Chad Kagy, Brian Kachinsky, Mike Escamilla, Anthony Napolitan, Drew Bezanson, Zack Yankush, Mykel Larrin, Ron Kimler and Nate Wessel.

"Harley-Davidson shares a deep sense of freedom and patriotism with the U.S. Armed Forces, and we are grateful for their many sacrifices, dedication and hard work," said Mike McCann, Harley-Davidson director of core customer marketing.

"We have a long-standing relationship with the U.S. Military, and teaming up with Bikes Over Baghdad is a great way to show our appreciation. We are honored and excited to be part of this tour."

For the entertainers, the Iraqi experience will be one to remember as well. Brian Kachinsky for instance, X Games bronze medalist, will get a taste of the usual life in a war zone, like flying in a Blackhawk helicopter, sleeping in Saddam Hussein's palace or detonating C4 explosives.

"The troops love the adrenaline and excitement of the Bikes Over Baghdad shows," said McCann. "It's an incredible feeling for us to get to participate in something that celebrates and shares the spirit of youthful adventure for which Harley-Davidson has long been known."