There's a rich history behind Willie G, the Harley-Davidson skull that's now embedded in the lore (and merchandising) of the iconic American motorcycle brand.

Pre-1900 – Leather is the standard. Simple and effective at the time. Early 1900’s: Competition Demands Better – A Racing Start. Picture if you will the scene of men tearing around rudimentary dirt ...

As Smithsonian Mag notes, “in the early 1900s, soft leather skull caps appeared as optional headgear worn by few players. By the 1920s, hardened leather helmets were first worn, slightly ...