Auto Expo 2010: Harley Davidson Rides Into India With 12 Models

Harley Davidson Softail Painted in Indian Tri Color

There are two kinds of people in this world – those who love Harley Davidson and the one’s who don’t and then there are people who have Harley’s and the one’s who wished they had! The wait is finally over for Harley Davidson enthusiasts in the country as beginning April you would be able to book your very own Harley Davidson.

Any resemblance to your car's dashboard is purely co-incidental!

The cult US motorcycling brand has entered India with their full range of five motorcycling families – the Dyna, the VRSC, the Sportster, the Softail and the top of the range Touring series. The bikes have been priced from starting from Rs 6.95 Lakhs to Rs 34.95 Lakhs Ex-Showroom, Delhi offering the widest choice to buyers.

Harley Davidson Night Rod which has a Porsche developed 1100cc V twin!

Speaking at the occasion, Mr. Anoop Prakash, Managing Director Harley-Davidson India said, “For over a century, Harley-Davidson has inspired motorcycles across the world to celebrate their passion for riding. Our experience in leading the leisure motorcycle market worldwide makes us naturally suited to help lead and define leisure riding in India. We entered India with a promise to bring riders the pure Harley-Davidson experience with bikes from every family. Over the past year, we have listened to riders across India at our many events, and we have produced a line-up to stir their soul.”

Harley Davidson Flagship Road King

The company will announce five dealerships in Delhi, Mumbai, Bangalore, Hyderabad and Chandigarh in the due course with the aim of increasing the total count to more than 20 within the next 5 years.

“The bikes will be imported as completely built units (CBUs). That’s why there is 100 per cent import duty. However, we will see how the market matures and we are open to manufacturing in India if it is viable. We are here to create a new culture of leisure riding,” said Mr Prakash.

Jump over for images of Harley Davidson’s whole range for India.

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