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Touring the Ocean State Harley-Davidson Shop

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Sam Leash
May 26, 2021

TL;DR Explore Ocean State Harley-Davidson Shop, a unique Harvest Hosts location. Discover its history, current offerings, and joining of the program.

Touring the Ocean State Harley-Davidson Shop

Harvest Hosts is an incredibly unique RV membership program. Through this program, members are granted access to 5295 host locations across North America for overnight accommodations with no camping fees. To support each of these businesses, members typically make a small purchase of wine or produce or whatever it is that the business is selling or offering. Locations include establishments such as farms, wineries, breweries, museums, restaurants, attractions, and more. Ocean State Harley-Davidson Shop is a prime example of one of our awesome hosts. Located in Exeter, Rhode Island, this shop sells a variety of Harley-Davidson-themed gifts, cleaning supplies, clothing, and more. Continue on to learn all about the shop, its history, the business today, and its joining of the Harvest Hosts program.The Ocean State Harley-Davidson Shop is an awesome Rhode Island Harvest Hosts location.

The History

After pondering the idea of opening his own business for quite awhile, Russ and Barbara Hampton, along with the help of their daughter Amy, opened the Ocean State Harley-Davidson in Warwick, Rhode Island, in 1988. It quickly became popular, expanding to include sales, service, and a parts department. Fifteen years later, they opened a second shop in Exeter, Rhode Island, giving customers an alternative to traveling into Warwick. Today, the business in Exeter continues to thrive, with a sales team, service department, shop, and more. Russ and Barbara Hampton opened the Harley-Davidson Shop in 1988.

The Business Today

With over thirty years in business in Rhode Island and seventeen years at their Exeter location, the business also continues to function as a popular meeting area for group rides, runs, and rallies for the New England motorcycle community. Their sales department features a massive inventory, and they are always expanding to add new stock. In addition, they sell various goods and gifts, as well as clothing and Harley-Davidson themed gear. Their service department performs regular maintenance and repairs, in addition to selling motorcycle parts for those who do their own work. They also host regular events throughout the year and feature a rotating museum of vintage gear and bikes, switching up the displays every few months.The Ocean State Harley-Davidson Shop is an awesome Rhode Island Harvest Hosts location.

Joining Harvest Hosts

Ocean State Harley-Davidson Shop joined the Harvest Hosts program in late 2020. They offer potable water and a 15-amp hookup for guests, and they give parking directions upon arrival. Shop guests can patron them by purchasing something from their shop, which includes gear, cleaning supplies, and more.This Harvest Hosts location offers water and electrical hookups.I personally visited this Harvest Hosts location on a road trip through New England in April 2021. The shop is not formally open until May 5, 2021, but I was permitted to park in the parking lot. It was quiet and safe, and I plan to return at a later date to actually check out the facilities. Check in was also easy, and they were very friendly and accommodating.This Harvest Hosts location offers water and electrical hookups.Ocean State Harley-Davidson Shop is an incredible Rhode Island Harvest Hosts location, perfect for motorcycle enthusiasts or anyone with an interest in owning a bike. Be sure to stop by on your next trip through central Rhode Island.Ocean State Harley-Davidson Shop - coverLooking for more RV camping locations in Rhode Island? Check out this list of recommendations for RV Camping in Rhode Island.

About Harvest Hosts
Harvest Hosts is a unique RV camping membership that offers self-contained RVers unlimited overnight stays at over 5,688 small businesses across North America with no camping fees. Boondock at farms, wineries, breweries, attractions, and other one-of-a-kind destinations throughout North America, and you’ll get peace of mind knowing that a safe place to stay is always nearby!
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Sam Leash
Sam is a seasoned traveler and RVer of 4+ years. She loves adventures of all kinds and spends as much time on the road as she can. When not exploring in her RV or writing about her travels, you can find her reading a good book, cooking a delicious meal, caring for her plants, or hiking with her dogs.