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As reported by us in the past, the Harley Davidson bike Prices are going to be in the range of Rs. 7 Lakh to Rs. 35 Lakh.
“The bikes will be imported as completely built units (CBU). 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 Anoop Prakash, MD Harley Davidson, India.
I've hosted the occasional garage party in my time. The kind where there are a couple of Coca-Colas in the ice box, some Munchie Mix in aluminum trays, and a few guys standing around kicking the tires of my various motorcycle projects.
But when Harley-Davidson says they're holding a garage party, they mean they're hosting a (trademarked) Garage Party.
And according to Diane Wild, general manager of Calgary Harley-Davidson, the whole idea behind the Garage Party is to introduce women to the machines.
"The Garage Party is meant to familiarize women with the sport of motorcycle riding," Wild says. "We explain how to get a licence, and many other aspects of the sport."
During the month of March Deeley Harley-Davidson Canada is promoting a series of Garage Party events across Canada ( www.garageparty.ca).
Calgary Harley-Davidson held one last Sunday, and Kane's Harley-Davidson hosted one on Wednesday night.
Wild says they presented three information stations. There was one on motor clothes, where the fit and function of protective gear was discussed. Another focused on the various "families" of Harley-Davidson motorcycle products, and how a model equipped with forward controls differed from one with mid controls, for example. The last station demonstrated how to safely lift or pick up a motorcycle if it has fallen on its side.
"We want to show that it's not difficult to lift up a bike," Wild says.
For decades, women have chosen to ride motorcycles -- in 1916 sisters Augusta and Adeline Van Buren rode 1,000cc Indian Power Plus machines from New York to Los Angeles, and were the first women motorcyclists to cross the U.S. Countless others have swung their leg over the saddle of a motorcycle. But it's really only been in the past few years that manufacturers have taken notice of an untapped market, and some makers are designing machines that are more comfortable for the female rider.
"There are a lot of women who've been passengers and it seems they're deciding it's time for them to get their own bikes," says Jo-Anne Farquhar, manager of communications for the Motorcycle and Moped Industry Council of Canada. "They've decided it's time for them to control the ride."
Nancy Klensch is just such a woman. The 38-year old Calgarian owns and operates Summit Kids, a new out-of-school care program with a facility near the University of Calgary. She attended the Garage Party at Calgary Harley-Davidson.
Myrtle Beach Harley Davidson Bike Week is BACK this May 8 - 17 and the central hub of all bike week activities has a new home, just a couple minuites outside our door. Myrtle Beach Harley Davdison recently announced that Myrtle Beach Mall (formerly Colonial Mall) is going to be their new home for all of the week's festivities. Located on Hwy 17 just north of the Hwy 22 exit, the Myrtle Beach Mall is located less than two miles from our property. The Mall has long had a variety of venders located around its property during bike week, but this will be the first year that Myrtle Beach Harley Davidson calls the Mall its home for bike week.
The Harley Owners Group will hold its official Pin Stop there, an event that was held last year at Hard Rock Park and Harley-Davidson will primarily offer demo rides between May 13 and 16.
PATTAYA BIKE WEEK 2009 FEB 13-15TH
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PATTAYA FREIGHT, AIR & SEASHIPPING,TRANSPORT TO PACKING FOR BIKE EXPORTS & IMPORTS
The above bike belongs to Larry a USA proud owner built in Thailand. This Harley SS BIG MOTHER has the largest SS big block motor available & the motorc was imported from USA for this special project by an oilman & we shipped this amazing Harley to New Orleans for its owner. Check more on http://newrelizingbikes.blogspot.com/
February 13th -15th 2009 Pattaya Bike Week
Tattoo Rock Cafe (aka Bang Up / Martin Tattoo) is open invite to all.07 Feb party (2 birthdays) all Welcome Party started on the night of Thursday 12 February at Jomtien. Friday 13th. and saturday 14th. at Soi Chayapruk 2 see the map and its 2 kms down over the rail crossing on the right. You will see the stadium. Sunday it will be a party at Easy rider Pattaya Nua15 Feb party night - end of Pattaya Bike Week. Camping available, full food stalls from BBQs to pigs on the spit. We have the largest coverage of pics and photos for this event so stay tuned with us.
The Pattaya Bike week was a success with cars and bikes still coming into the grounds at midnight Saturday night for the Burapa Pattaya Bike week.There bands, wheelies, with around 6 stages for car racing to bike racing to demos by bike stalls to burnouts. Yes by nightfall there were well over 5000 bikes there. The ride into Pattaya Beach town was conducted with more bikes covering a 2km stretch late Saturday afternoon.Local heavy rock sensation Lam Morrisson played late that night and the bands played continuous all night. The only trouble was Friday night a small altercation between Thais and the Warriers MC- Thailand. Perhaps these bike weeks are getting too big as more and more want to buy a Harley or chopper & the place was full of people--indeed the biggest venue in Pattaya for real. Beers were 40baht & of course the Thai foods 30baht with genuine German Susages etc 60 baht, burgers 50 baht & no entry fee. Lots of local and overseas MC Clubs attended.
Amazing thing about this bike is that despite the fact that it was founded in 1903, despite the changing the styles and fashions, this fashion symbol has remained constant throughout the ages. It has managed to defeat both time and fashion. What was trendy over a hundred years ago is very distinct to what is trendy now. With only certain modifications, the bike has remained the same, such that it is instantly recognizable on the roads. Harley-Davidson too survived a media-accelerated negative image of motorcyclists.
The Harley-Davidson Motor Company is based in Milwaukee in the state of Wisconsin. The bike is usually known as a Harley and all the bikes under these line are heavy bikes with engine power starting from 750cc.
Thus the Harleys are ideal for fast rides on the highway, on fast rides. The Harley-Davidson motorcycles have a very unique design and structure and this distinctiveness of design make it possible for these bikes to be modified, using customized features and parts. This has led to the rise of the chopper bike, which is a highly customized bike and is usually meant for sports biking.
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It sustains a loyal brand community which keeps active through events, clubs and a museum.
Harley-Davidson Motor Company, the U.S based motorcycle manufacturer, produces heavyweight motorcycles, a complete line of motorcycle parts, accessories. Harley’s tourers will make you smile, Whether the bike of your dreams is labelled FLHR (Road King), FLHTCU (Ultra Classic Electra Glide) or FLHX (Street Glide) to pick out but the presence of those twin initial letters tells you that it’s designed to cover distances in comfort.
In fact, “luxury” is closer to the mark but Habitat never made anything as sumptuous. To riders of modern European and Japanese touring machines, Harleys resemble furniture trucks, similar levels of agility and threaten.
So, we hope you are also waiting for your dream bike to come in India as soon as possible.
Harley-Davidson Motor Company and the National Hot Rod Association have formally announced that Harley-Davidson has extended both its Official Motorcycle program with NHRA and its title sponsorship of the NHRA Harley-Davidson Sportsman Motorcycle Series through the 2012 season. Harley-Davidson’s interactive display at NHRA Full Throttle Drag Racing Series events is a featured attraction for fans of all ages. Harley-Davidson and the NHRA will continue to partner in giving away a Harley-Davidson motorcycle at select events on the NHRA Full Throttle Drag Racing Series tour.
Donate to NFFF to Win a Harley-Davidson Fat Boy
Harley-Davidson Motor Company and Pierce Manufacturing Inc., an Oshkosh Corporation company, launched an expanded, nationwide campaign to assist the National Fallen Firefighters Foundation (NFFF). The announcement marks the kick-off of the second program that Pierce and Harley-Davidson have teamed up with their NFFF “Full Throttle Support” campaign to assist the families of fallen firefighters who die in the line of duty.
“Pierce has once again teamed up with Harley-Davidson to form a powerful partnership to give back to firefighters who make the ultimate sacrifice,” said Wilson Jones, Oshkosh Corporation Executive Vice President and President Fire & Emergency. “Together with Harley-Davidson, we are proud to be supporting an extraordinary organization, the NFFF.”
Sweepstakes information: Through March 31, 2010 participants can visit NFFF.FullThrottleSupport .com to make a donation to the NFFF. When they do, they will automatically be entered in the NFFF Full Throttle Support Sweepstakes for the chance to win a 2010 custom, one-of-a-kind Harley-Davidson Fat Boy motorcycle. Employees, their families and anyone affiliated with Harley-Davidson Motor Company are eligible to participate in the sweepstakes.
Harley-Davidson at the IMS
The Cycle World International Motorcycle Shows (IMS) kicks off its 29th season in Dallas. Harley-Davidson will have a presence at each show and will have product communication staff to assist media at both the Long Beach and New York City shows.
International Motorcycle Show Schedule
Location – Dates
Dallas, Texas – Nov. 13 – 15, 2009
San Mateo, Calif. – Nov. 20 – 22, 2009
Long Beach, Calif. – Dec. 4 – 6, 2009
Seattle, Wash. – Dec. 11 – 13, 2009
Novi, Mich. Jan. 1 – 3, 2010
Greenville, S.C. – Jan. 8 – 10, 2010
Washington, D.C. – Jan. 15 – 17, 2010
New York, N.Y. – Jan. 22 – 24, 2010
Cleveland, Ohio – Jan. 29 – 31, 2010
Minneapolis, Minn. – Feb. 5 – 7, 2010
Chicago, Ill. – Feb. 19 – 21, 2010
The Cycle World International Motorcycle Shows Web site features a wealth of information including news, product information, interactive video clips and in depth coverage of the shows across the country. For more information on any of the IMS shows, visit www.motorcycleshows.com.
The 2010 Harley-Davidson® models introduced across Harley-Davidson’s five motorcycle families in India include:
Sportster:
XL 883L SPORTSTER
XL 1200N NIGHTSTER®
XL 883R ROADSTER®
XR 1200X
Dyna:
FXDB STREET BOB®
FXDC SUPER GLIDE® CUSTOM
VRSC:
VRSCDX NIGHT ROD® SPECIAL
Softail:
FLSTF FAT BOY®
FLSTC HERITAGE® SOFTAIL CLASSIC
Touring:
FLHR ROAD KING®
FLHX STREET GLIDE®
FLHTCUSE ULTRA CLASSIC ELECTRA GLIDE® ( CVO )
Featured at the Auto Expo is a custom-painted Harley-Davidson Fat Boy in Indian color accents that will be the first motorcycle sold by Harley-Davidson in India.
The Harley-Davidson motorcycles are being imported into India as completely built units and will be priced between Rs. 6,95,000 and Rs. 34,95,000 ex-showroom (New Delhi).
“We have worked hard to give every enthusiast an opportunity to realize their dream of joining the global Harley-Davidson family,” said Anoop Prakash. “Our aim is to provide our riders with a world-class ownership experience comparable to the best in the world. We will have available genuine parts and accessories and a broad selection of riding apparel and merchandise through our dealer network in India.”
Bookings for Harley-Davidson motorcycles will be open from April 2010 at dealerships to be announced in New Delhi, Mumbai, Bangalore, Hyderabad and Chandigarh. Delivery of motorcycles will commence from June 2010.
The Harley-Davidson Boot Camps and Founders Rides held in Mumbai, New Delhi and Bangalore gave over 300 riding enthusiasts the opportunity to learn about the motorcycles and the model families and provide their input on the model lineup. In 2010, Harley-Davidson India will conduct more such experiential opportunities in India for passionate motorcyclists to experience the unique look, sound and feel of Harley-Davidson.
Harley-Davidson is the global leader in cruising and touring motorcycles and ranks as one of the strongest brands in the world, with motorcycle sales now in more than 70 countries.
Harley-Davidson Motor Company produces heavyweight motorcycles and a complete line of motorcycle parts, accessories and general merchandise. For more information, visit Harley-Davidson India’s web site at www.harley-davidson.in.
Riding low with a slammed suspension and featuring the classic 2.1-gallon “peanut” fuel tank, the Forty-Eight backs up its bulldog appearance with the performance of its blacked out and polished rubber-mounted Evolution® 1200 cc V-Twin engine. The low solo seat, under-mounted mirrors, side mount license plate, clean rear fender and tall and fat front tire emphasize the Forty Eight’s focus on chiseled customization.
And while the Forty-Eight model may break bad when it comes to radical attitude and straight-on style, it won’t break the bank starting at just $10,499 MSRP in Vivid Black.
“With its classic bulldog shoulders stance, the Forty-Eight strikes a distinctive look and low profile that could only come from Harley-Davidson,” said Ray Drea, Harley-Davidson Senior Director of Styling. “The Forty-Eight model has a collective past life experience and broken-in look that is raw and authentic.”
As a Harley-Davidson Dark Custom motorcycle, the Forty-Eight is ready to ride as a radical custom and also primed to take on its rider’s character and personality. Dark Custom accomplices of the Forty-Eight include the Nightster®, Iron 883™, Cross Bones®, Fat Bob® and Street Bob®. Check out more on Dark Custom motorcycles at www.harley-davidson.com/darkcustom [2].
Harley-Davidson Sportster models like the Forty-Eight have retained an aura of rebellion since their introduction in 1957, when the foundation of custom culture was being formed by hot rod gear heads hanging out on city street corners, in gritty garages or at dusty dragstrips. Sportster motorcycles became an iron canvas for many legendary choppers of that hot rod era and beyond.
Lying low from tire-to-tire, the Forty-Eight model showcases more of its black 1200 Evolution V-Twin engine with polished accents and other components with a clean look highlighted by the traditional peanut fuel tank, small solo seat and lightening holes in the backbone mounting bracket. The Forty-Eight has more than just custom cool styling with the smooth ride on new front fork sliders, a tall and fat front tire and slammed rear suspension.
With Electronic Sequential Port Fuel Injection (ESPFI) and performance tuning with a broad torque curve, the Forty-Eight motorcycle delivers a powerfully responsive ride with smooth clutch effort. The pipes on the chrome, shorty dual exhaust pound out the distinctive Harley-Davidson American V-Twin sound.
The Forty-Eight embraces the street up front with forward foot controls, low profile custom handlebar, under-mounted mirrors, fork-mounted turn signals, slammed speedometer mounting bracket and fork brace with lightening holes. A unique dual texture solo seat with a height of 26 inches fits the lone rider, while a passenger pillion, footpegs and backrest are some of the many accessories that can be added.
The black chopped rear fender with combination stop/turn/tail lights and a side mounted license plate help show-off the 150 mm rear tire and 16-inch Black Steel Laced wheels. The front tire also rides on a wide black wheel.
The Forty-Eight model comes in Vivid Black, Brilliant Silver and Mirage Orange Pearl colors and will be available soon at Harley-Davidson dealers.
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