Remember when HD dumped Buell so they could focus on their core business of chrome couches? Or when HD bought MV Agusta, sunk a bunch of money into their infrastructure, then sold the brand at a huge loss?
Buell insiders claimed they had a dirt capable bike that was just starting production at the time when Buell was shuttered.
Anyone remember the Buell Barracuda that was killed off?
https://rideapart.com/articles/buell-barracuda-2-what-could-have-been
What are the chances that these HD bikes are going to be any better than MVs or the Buells concepts? They'll almost certainly be heavier and slower.
....and HD dealers have no ideal how to sell anything other than cruisers. They only stock HD brander gear. And only stock OEM tires. Not a recipe for success in the ADV or sporty markets.
Harley seems a bit confused on their strategy.