Harley-Davidson Street Glide launched at Rs 29 lakh

Harley-Davidson expanded its Indian portfolio as it launched the Street Glide for the Indian market. The new offering is the first motorcycle to be launched under the company’s Project Rushmore - a global customer-driven initiative by Harley-Davidson. The new bike has been updated with features, which include revised styling including a new batwing fairing, ABS, dual halogen headlamp and improved suspension set-up.

The Street Glide boasts a new 4.5 inch colour-screen infotainment systems, Bluetooth connectivity, voice recognition, text-to-speech technology, GPS navigation, plus support for intercom and CB communications in a single module. To keep the rider entertained, the new Jukebox compartment on the fairing dash features a USB port for charging and playing electronic devices, including Apple iPod/iPhone and other MP3 sources, an SD card, and mobile phones with 5.25 inch  speakers. The new Jukebox compartment on the fairing dash features a USB port for charging and playing electronic devices, including Apple iPod/iPhone and other MP3 sources, an SD card, and mobile phones. Apple iPod and iPhone functions are available through the hand controls. The Jukebox compartment features a cushioned bottom and water-resistant foam seal around the one-touch door.

Speaking on the launch,  Anoop Prakash, Managing Director, Harley-Davidson India said “Project Rushmore is an epic, customer-focused journey by Harley-Davidson to fundamentally improve the riding experience for owners of touring models. It not only showcases our commitment to our core customers but also represents a new direction in product development at Harley-Davidson. The new Street Glide is our premier offering for the Indian market and offers the perfect balance between custom touring style and long haul functionality. With its stunning design and rider focused engineering, I am confident that it will rouse a sense and feeling of freedom like never before.”

Powering the beast is a Twin Cam 103 engine producing 142Nm and mated to a six speed cruise drive transmission so one doesn’t feel the lack of power while blasting down the freeway. Harley has brought in the Street Glide via the CBU route and has priced it at Rs 29 lakh (ex-showroom Delhi). The bike would be on sale at all the 11 Harley-Davidson dealerships across the country.