Harley-Davidson Factory Tour

Witness passion forged in steel. Riders call our motorcycles legendary. When you take the H-D factory tour, you’ll see just how legends are made.

Established as an assembly facility in 1973, Harley-Davidson Vehicle Operations in York, PA, assembles the Touring, Softail®, CVO™ and Trike models. They also perform a variety of manufacturing operations – making parts like frames, fuel tanks, and fenders.

At the Vaughn L. Beals Tour Center, you'll explore exhibits that detail the manufacturing and assembly processes of the factory. You'll also have the chance to sit on current production motorcycles and visit the gift shop for tour-related souvenirs. The Kids Corner, a specially designed area for visitors under the age of 12, makes the York facility an ideal family destination.

Your factory tour begins with an introductory video and continues on the factory floor where you'll get a behind-the-scenes look at the people, processes, and products of Vehicle Operations. You'll be guided through the manufacturing of key components and the assembly of Softail, Touring, CVO, and Trike motorcycles. Then it’s on to the end of the line, where every motorcycle is roll-tested prior to shipping.

Over the years, thousands of Harley-Davidson enthusiasts have made the journey to York, Pennsylvania, to witness passion forged in steel.

The free factory tour offers a limited view of the assembly line and designated fabrication areas. Tours last approximately one hour. Free tours begin at regular intervals between the hours of 9am – 2pm Monday through Friday. Tickets are distributed on a first-come, first-served basis for each day’s available tours. It is recommended that you arrive early in the day. Tours are not offered on weekends, major holidays, or during production changes and year-end maintenance. Tour schedule and route are subject to change. Reservations for 10 or more are required.

The Steel Toe Tour gives you a chance to experience Harley-Davidson history and get up close and personal with the Softail,® Touring, Trike, and CVO™ model families. The tour route has been expanded for smaller groups to provide a more personalized tour experience. The Steel Toe Tour takes you through the manufacturing of fuel tanks, frames, and fenders, as well as many employee-only areas in paint and polish. 

The Steel Toe Tour goes behind-the-scenes through areas previously unseen by the public. You will be required to wear a safety vest, safety glasses, and steel toe protection, all of which are provided.

Steel Toe Tour Admission Includes:

- One tour ticket

- Commemorative pin

- Group photo

- Safety vest

- One $5 coupon, redeemable in our Gift Shop

Two sessions are offered daily Monday through Friday at 9:30am and noon. Other sessions are added to accommodate peak times. Duration for each tour is approximately two hours. Tour schedule and route are subject to change. Tours sell out quickly. Call 877-883-1450 to reserve your tour. All ticket sales are final and non-refundable.

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