Harley-Davidson launches Softail Deluxe, Low Rider in India

NEW DELHI: Harley-Davidson Motorcycles on Wednesday launched its Softail Deluxe and Low Rider in India at Rs 17.99 lakh and Rs 12.99 lakh (ex-showroom) respectively. While both these Softail cruisers have been launched in India for the first time, the company has also introduced a special Anniversary edition of the existing Fat Boy with a price tag of Rs 19.79 lakh (ex-showroom).
The new bikes have been introduced in addition to the four Softail models – the 2018 Fat Boy, Fat Bob, Street Bob and the Heritage Classic – which were launched in October last year.The company claims that new Softail motorcycles feature a stiffer and significantly lighter frame which is built to harness the high torque output of the new dual-counterbalanced Milwaukee-Eight 107 engine.
The company says that the dual-bending valve front suspension and an easily adjustable hidden rear monoshock provide the 2018 Softail models with better handling than before.
The Harley-Davidson Low Rider is inspired by ‘70s custom choppers, having a very low and mean stance. The bike features 19-inch front and 16-inch rear wheels along with throwback-style dual tank mount speedo.
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The Softail Deluxe is a retro-modern cruiser that offers a classic styling with new level of finishes. The bike features LED headlamps, signature pullback handlebar, Tombstone tail light and blade-like turn signals.
Both the bikes get Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) as a standard feature.
The new Milwaukee-Eight 107 that powers the 2018 Harley-Davidson Softail range has been claimed to deliver 10 per cent quicker acceleration than the High Output Twin Cam 103 in doing a 0-100kmph sprint. On the other hand, reaching from 100kmph to 130kmph is 16 per cent faster.
Commenting at the launch, Peter MacKenzie, Managing Director, Harley-Davidson India and China said, “The Indian market has evolved and customers look forward to innovation in technology and comfort. This is evident from the growth in the leisure riding segment for premium motorcycles. We have received an excellent response to the MY18 Softail® lineup so far and we are excited to introduce these two new models that demonstrate our focus on reinventing products for motorcycle enthusiasts and aspiring riders in the country.”
The Harley-Davidson Fat Boy Anniversary Edition – which has been launched in addition to the standard model – gets special paint scheme along with a bigger and more powerful Milwaukee-Eight 114 V-twin.
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