Does Harley-Davidson, Inc. pay their employees well?

According to anonymously submitted Glassdoor reviews, Harley-Davidson, Inc. employees rate their compensation and benefits as 3.1 out of 5. Find out more about salaries and benefits at Harley-Davidson, Inc.. This rating has decreased by 4% over the last 12 months.

How satisfied are employees working at Harley-Davidson, Inc.?

42% of Harley-Davidson, Inc. employees would recommend working there to a friend based on Glassdoor reviews . Employees also rated Harley-Davidson, Inc. 3.4 out of 5 for work life balance, 3.3 for culture and values and 2.7 for career opportunities.

What are the top reviewed jobs at Harley-Davidson, Inc.?

Sales Associate (37) , Manager (30) , Engineer (23) , Project Manager (22) , Production Technician (20) , Sales (20) , Manufacturing Engineer (17) , Manufacturing Engineer Co-Op (13) , Analyst (12) , Design Engineer (12) , Assembly Line Worker (11) , Director (11) , Mechanic (11) , Technician (11) , Business Analyst (10)

What are the pros of working at Harley-Davidson, Inc. according to real employee reviews?

"They have an exciting product and some great people." ((in 147 reviews)); "Its a Union Job! IF you make a full time job the pay is good." ((in 119 reviews)); "benefits are good" ((in 90 reviews)); "Great culture and brand to be a part of" ((in 75 reviews)); "Great work environment." ((in 28 reviews))

What are the cons of working at Harley-Davidson, Inc. according to real employee reviews?

"Management of other departments was poor." ((in 73 reviews)); "Poor leadership and HR support" ((in 58 reviews)); "Frequent restructuring and layoffs." ((in 33 reviews)); "No work life balance" ((in 32 reviews)); "Poor management upper management has no idea how to run the company" ((in 29 reviews))

What are employees saying about Harley-Davidson, Inc. layoffs in 2026?

Explore Glassdoor’s employee reviews to understand what current and former employees are saying about Harley-Davidson, Inc. layoffs and their outlook for job security at Harley-Davidson, Inc. in 2026.

What are the top reviewed Harley-Davidson, Inc. locations?

Milwaukee , York , Kansas City , Wauwatosa , Menomonee Falls , Tomahawk , Plano , Chicago , Carson City , Dallas , Allen , Miami , Saint Louis , Waukesha , Fort Worth , San Antonio , Indianapolis , Los Angeles , San Diego , Mountain View , Manchester , Tampa , Valley View , Bristol , Winchester , Columbia , Fort Ann , Franklin , Yucca , Raleigh

Harley-Davidson, Inc. reviews

3.2

42% would recommend to a friend

(1,445 total reviews)

Artie Starrs

45% approve of CEO

29% positive business outlook

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Ratings trend for the last 6 months (1,445 reviews)

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Harley-Davidson, Inc. has an employee rating of 3.2 out of 5 stars, based on 1,445 company reviews on Glassdoor which indicates that most employees have a good working experience there. The Harley-Davidson, Inc. employee rating is in line with the average (within 1 standard deviation) for employers within the Manufacturing industry (3.5 stars).

Reviews by job title

1K reviews

2.0

Nov 11, 2025

The Math does not Math

Marketing

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

Motorcycle discount. Cool brand name. Great history. Huge Potential.

Cons

Limited Potential due to greed, lack of originality, resting on a fading fan base, and lack of vision.

4.0

Nov 7, 2025

Fun position but stressful due to poor leadership

Purchasing analyst

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

Great working environment, good colleagues

Cons

Constant movement at the c-suite level, lack of transparency from leadership on why decisions are made

4.0

Nov 4, 2025

GOOD AND BAD

Data engineer

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

Job Security & Stability Reputed companies usually have strong financial backing and consistent business, reducing the risk of sudden layoffs. Good Salary & Perks Competitive pay, bonuses, health insurance, retirement benefits, and paid leaves are common. Learning & Growth Opportunities You get exposure to industry best practices, new technologies, and structured training programs. Professional Work Culture Standard processes, ethical practices, teamwork, and discipline — all help you grow professionally. Strong Resume Value Working in a well-known company adds weight to your CV and increases future job opportunities

Cons

High Competition & Pressure Expectations are high, targets are strict, and performance is continuously monitored. Limited Creativity/Freedom Strict processes and hierarchies can limit innovation or your ability to try new ideas freely. Slow Promotions Large organizations may have fixed hierarchies — promotions and recognition can take time. Less Visibility In big companies, your individual contribution may not always be noticed.

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