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Harley-Davidson Withdraws Guidance Amid Tariffs, Weak Demand, and Leadership Transition

by Team Lumida
May 2, 2025
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  • Harley-Davidson withdrew its 2025 sales and profit guidance, citing economic uncertainty, high tariffs, and weak consumer demand.
  • Global motorcycle shipments fell 33% in Q1, while retail sales declined 21%, driven by high interest rates and low consumer confidence.
  • Q1 revenue from bikes and accessories dropped 27% to $1.08 billion, missing analyst expectations of $1.11 billion. Net income fell to $133 million ($1.07 per share) from $235 million ($1.72 per share) a year earlier but exceeded Wall Street’s projection of 78 cents per share.
  • The company faces pressure from activist investor H Partners, which is pushing for board changes and criticizing Harley’s lack of entry-level options and its money-losing electric motorcycle spinoff, LiveWire.
  • Harley estimated its tariff costs could reach $175 million in 2025, with European trade barriers further impacting overseas sales.

What Happened?

Harley-Davidson reported a challenging Q1, with global motorcycle shipments down 33% and retail sales falling 21% year-over-year. The company attributed the decline to high interest rates, low consumer confidence, and the impact of tariffs, particularly the 145% rate on components sourced from China.

Despite the revenue drop, Harley’s earnings of $1.07 per share exceeded analyst expectations, and shares rose 2.8% in after-hours trading. However, the company withdrew its full-year guidance, citing an uncertain business environment.

Harley is also navigating internal challenges, including the search for a new CEO following Jochen Zeitz’s planned retirement and a proxy fight with activist investor H Partners, which is pushing for board changes and criticizing the company’s strategy.


Why It Matters?

Harley-Davidson’s struggles highlight the challenges facing legacy brands in adapting to shifting consumer preferences and economic headwinds. The company’s declining sales underscore its difficulty in resonating with younger riders, while high tariffs and global trade barriers add to its financial pressures.

The leadership transition and boardroom tensions with H Partners further complicate Harley’s path forward. The activist investor’s criticism of Harley’s lack of affordable entry-level options and its electric motorcycle spinoff, LiveWire, reflects broader concerns about the company’s ability to innovate and attract new customers.

For investors, Harley’s decision to withdraw guidance signals uncertainty about its near-term outlook, even as it works to mitigate supply chain issues and reduce dealer inventory.


What’s Next?

Harley plans to introduce a smaller-engine, affordable motorcycle next year, which it hopes will attract younger riders and boost sales. The company is also exploring outside investment in its financing arm but ruled out a sale of the segment.

The upcoming annual shareholder meeting in mid-May will be a key moment, as H Partners seeks to shake up Harley’s board and influence the CEO selection process.

In the meantime, Harley must navigate the dual challenges of economic uncertainty and internal restructuring while addressing the long-term need to modernize its brand and product offerings.

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