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Rock Falls Harley shop grows into a roaring success

From a hobby to heading up their own Harley shop, Jane and Vern Workman’s love of motorcycles has led them from their basement to a successful business, Workman Harley-Davidson in Rock Falls. Vern and Jane (center) are shown here with their daughter, Jerri Wagenknecht, and son, Tom Workman, who both work at the shop. (Alex T)

From a hobby to heading up their own Harley shop, Jane and Vern Workman’s love of motorcycles has led them from their basement to a successful business, Workman Harley-Davidson in Rock Falls. Vern and Jane (center) are shown here with their daughter, Jerri Wagenknecht, and son, Tom Workman, who both work at the shop. (Alex T)

The iconic Harley-Davidson motorcycle. (Alex T)

“When we started we had one rack of T-shirts and about two jackets,” Jane said. Today the dealership boasts a wide variety of items – like a big box store for bikers, but with a hometown touch. (Alex T)

Along with motorcycles, Workman's has clothing, parts and everything else for Harley riders and fans. (Alex T)

The board at Workman Harley-Davidson displays photos of customers who've bought a bike at the shop, and who've become part of the business' extended family. (Alex T)