From a press release issued by Harley-Davidson:

HARLEY-DAVIDSON RACING PROGRAMS TO BE RUN BY P&A DIVISION

H-D Factory Dirt Track and Drag Racing Programs Will Fly Screamin’ Eagle Colors

MILWAUKEE, WIS. – (August 1, 2003) Harley-Davidson recently announced that its factory drag racing and factory dirt track racing programs will be consolidated and managed within the Harley-Davidson Parts & Accessories Division and promoted under the Screamin’ Eagle brand.

Mike Kennedy, Director of Marketing for Parts & Accessories, becomes responsible for Harley-Davidson’s racing strategy, plans and programs under this new alignment. In a related move, Anne Paluso is named to the newly created position of Racing Manager.

“Harley-Davidson has a long and proud history of motorcycle racing. This move will tie our racing efforts directly to our line of Screamin’ Eagle performance parts, which will be beneficial in the development and expansion of our products,” said Ron Hutchinson, Vice President Parts & Accessories.

Screamin’ Eagle Performance Parts are inspired by and built in the spirit of the raw adrenaline and power of motorcycle racing, offering both racing-grade and street-legal performance options for the Harley-Davidson motorcycle owner. Visit www.harley-davidson.com for more information.