To Spite Harley, Trump May Have to Turn to Foreign Bike Foes
President claims he’ll lure other motorcycle makers into U.S.
Honda, BMW haven’t been in contact with the administration
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Sarah Gardner, John Lippert and Gabrielle Coppola
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President Donald Trump added fuel to his feud with Harley-Davidson Inc. by claiming he’s working with other motorcycle makers to offset the production it’s shifting overseas.
He’d almost certainly have to work with Harley’s foreign foes to fill the void, and none has stepped forward to announce any such negotiations.