 Harley-Davidson bought the production rights to the MT-500 in 1987 when NATO chose the machine, and created a 350 cc version that reduced weight, added an electric start, and upgrading pollution standards, which was named the Harley-Davidson MT350E.The CCM company was acquired by the Robson family in 1998 who procured Suzuki DR-Z400 engines.In 2004, the company ceased operations and its assets were bought back by the original owner, Alan Clews.