July 25 (Reuters) - Harley-Davidson ( HOG ) reported a
23% rise in quarterly profit on Thursday as demand held up for
its pricier bikes during the summer riding season against the
backdrop of higher interest rates and inflationary pressures.
The company's net profit rose to $218 million, or $1.63 per
share, in the second quarter, from $178 million, or $1.22 per
share, a year earlier.