2014 would be an epic year for the two-wheeler segment in the auto industry. We were blessed with market oriented Auto Expo first and then we have already seen a marvel in the bookings of the Maruti Suzuki Celerio. The bike segment also is expecting some boost with new tailor made models for India hitting the streets, starting with Hyosung Aquila 250. Now it’s the turn of the baby Harley making the headlines. The bookings for the Harley-Davidson Street 750 are now ‘OPEN’.
The dream of owning a Harley will come true for several thousands of enthusiasts who have been patient enough to wait for the announcement. Harley Davidson’s strategies made sure that Street 750 would penetrate deep into the market and it looks like they have studied the subcontinent population well.
Low Take Away Amount – All you need is just Rs 30,000/- to book one on your name. The rest amount can be paid through EMIs; though EMIs are equivalent to that of hatchback cars we expect the sales to be undisturbed by that. This scheme is available through ICICI and HDFC banks.
Accessories – Everyone wants their bike to be unique. Harley made sure that its customers are satisfied in all possible angles and that is the reason it has launched more than 50 accessories for the Street 750; so one has a very good probability to make his/her bike look distinct. It gives more freedom to the rider to tune up the aesthetics according to his/her liking and purpose. One can buy accessories through the above mentioned EMI scheme as well.
Price – The most important of all. Harley-Davidson has kept the promise of keeping the on-road price under Rs. 5 lakhs. Thanks to the plan of manufacturing in India; the reason for the price being very competitive.
Harley-Davidson Street 750 Prices (on-road) –
- Chandigarh – Rs 4.42 lakhs
- Delhi – Rs 4.57 lakhs
- Jaipur – Rs 4.57 lakhs
- Kerala – Rs 4.59 lakhs
- Indore – Rs 4.66 lakhs
- Pune – Rs 4.66 lakhs
- Ahmedabad – Rs 4.69 lakhs
- Chennai – 4.7 lakhs
- Goa – Rs 4.8 lakhs
- Kolkata – Rs 4.82 lakhs
- Mumbai – Rs 4.92 lakhs
- Bangalore – Rs 4.99 lakhs
Chandigarh being a Union Territory has the tax advantage and that’s the reason the mini Harley costs Rs. 47,000/- less than that of Karnataka. On a lighter side, if you are residing in Bangalore or anywhere in Karnataka and you want to fall in love on the very first ride, then we would suggest you to buy one in Chandigarh and ride it back to your place; saves some money as well as you would get some time to spend with the new partner.
It’s time to roll up your sleeves and ride the new Revolution X powered Harley. The deliveries are scheduled to commence from June this year. The youngest new generation Harley–Davidson Street 500 would be hitting the showrooms sometime next year.
