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C O M M U N I T Y M A G A Z I N E 5 6 S U M M E R 2 0 2 5 During his keynote, Brian referred to Harley-David- son's long-standing heritage, noting that the com- pany started in a woodshed in Milwaukee and has grown into one of the most recognizable motorcycle brands in the world. He walked his audience through the evolution of the company's electrical systems, explaining that for the first several decades, the elec- trical complexity of the bikes remained relatively limited, with connection counts ranging from just three to 16. It wasn't until later in the 20th century that Har- ley-Davidson began incorporating new features such as electric starters, additional lighting, radio systems, electronic ignition modules, and dashboard switches. Today, electrical integration has reached a new level, where models like the Street Glide and Pan America include eight electronic modules and use multiple communication protocols, including A2B, CAN, and LIN. These systems support features such as advanced braking, LED lighting, audio systems, heated grips, USB charging, and more, all designed to meet the expectations of today's rider while staying true to the Harley-Davidson experience. Brian frequently acknowledged the growing chal- lenges wire harness systems face: Wire harness instal- lation can account for up to 40% of the total vehicle assembly process, with hundreds of skilled workers doing manual work. This makes the process resistant to change and costly to alter. The hands-on nature