Harley-Davidson bikes are popular worldwide for two reasons: Harley-Davidson is one of the most iconic brands of all time, and these two-wheelers are regarded as status symbols. The company was established in 1903 and survived the Great Depression in the late 1920s, going on to become one of the largest motorcycle manufacturers in the world. Harley-Davidson is also an iconic brand with a loyal consumer base, and one of its most popular motorcycles is the Chopper. Harley-Davidson bikes are also renowned for their heavy build and engine displacements of over 700cc.
Besides manufacturing cruisers, Harley-Davidson has designed motorcycles to cater to various other segments. For example, you can now find the Street 750, which is an entry-level bike, while the Street Glide comes equipped with an incredible 1,700cc engine displacement. You will also find motorcycles from the Sportster series, Touring series, V-Road, Softail series, and Dyna bikes, each catering to different purposes and tastes. The company was also one of the very first premium bike brands to enter the country and began its operations in India in 2009.
Recently, the brand designed its first fully electric cruiser motorcycle, the LiveWire. If you are considering buying a new Harley-Davidson bike, here are some of its best-sellers.
Harley-Davidson X440
This Roadster from the company runs on a powerful 440cc, 2-valve, air/oil-cooled, single-pot motor that generates a power of 28 PS and a torque of 38 Nm. This engine is paired with a 6-speed gearbox and comes with a slip-and-assist clutch. The Harley-Davidson bike also comes with traction control and dual-channel ABS to ensure safe ride. This two-wheeler comes in three variants, and its styling cues include a retro-styled round LED headlight and an LED DRL strip with ‘Harley-Davidson’ engraved on it.
In terms of features, the top-spec model gets a Bluetooth-enabled TFT console with turn-by-turn navigation and calls and SMS alerts. To ensure proper braking, the bike uses front and rear disc brakes with dual-channel ABS as standard. The suspension duties are handled by an upside-down (USD) front fork and preload-adjustable rear dual shocks.
Harley-Davidson Sportster S
If you want raw power, you can select the Sportster S, which comes in a single variant and three colour options. This Harley-Davidson bike weighs a mighty 228 kg and has a fuel tank capacity of 11.8 litres. It is also the most expensive model in the brand’s Sportster range, and for a good reason. This sporty motorcycle’s design was inspired by flat-track bikes, as it flaunts a sharp tail section and upswept exhausts.
The motorcycle houses a 1,252cc liquid-cooled, V-twin Revolution Max 1250T engine that produces a power of 122.3 PS and a torque of 125 Nm. This motor is mated to a 6-speed transmission with a slipper clutch. You also get four riding modes, a three-level cornering traction control system, and cornering ABS for enhanced performance and improved handling dynamics. In terms of braking performance, the motorcycle uses front and rear disc brakes with dual-channel ABS, which offers excellent braking.
Harley-Davidson Fat Boy 114
Yet another popular Harley-Davidson bike is the Fat Boy 114, which is also the latest bike to be introduced by the brand. It comes with an LED headlight, along with other LED lighting systems. You also get a semi-digital instrument cluster that houses an analogue speedometer. The two-wheeler is powered by a 1,868cc BS6-compliant engine that churns out a power of 93.8 PS and a torque of 155 Nm. This motor is mated to a 6-speed transmission, and the bike can clock speeds of up to 177 kmph on city highways.
Handling the braking duties are front and rear disc brakes with dual-channel ABS acting as the safety net. Coming to the suspension setup, the motorcycle employs telescopic front forks and preload-adjustable mono-shock at the back.
Some of the other popular Harley-Davidson bikes include the Harley-Davidson Pan America 1250, Harley-Davidson Fat Bob, and Harley-Davidson Nightster. However, these motorcycles are some of the most expensive two-wheelers on the market. To own one of these mean machines, you can book you bike online on Bajaj Mall with the help of a Bajaj Finserv Two-wheeler Loan. The two-wheeler loan provides up to 100% financing of the motorcycle’s on-road price, as you can avail up to Rs. 21 lakh as the loan amount. With quick approval and flexible repayment periods, you can pay nominal EMIs and own a powerful Harley-Davidson bike.
