Harley-Davidson Dealership Opens in Kolkata

Harley-Davidson India today announced the opening of a new dealership in Kolkata marking the motor company’s entry into eastern India as part of its strategic dealership expansion drive across the country. This is Harley's eighth dealership in India. ‘Bengal Harley-Davidson’, the eighth Harley-Davidson dealership in India, is situated near Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose International Airport in Kolkata. “At Harley-Davidson, we are proud to lead the way in developing a strong leisure riding culture in the country. The passion, enthusiasm and respect the brand has received from customers and enthusiasts in India have been truly amazing.

Across the world, Harley-Davidson dealerships are havens for all who seek to experience and share the camaraderie and joy of leisure riding. With the launch of our first dealership in Kolkata and the eighth across India, we will now open doors to a new market. With Adarsh Tulshan at the helm of Bengal Harley-Davidson, we look forward to steering a new era of motorcycling in eastern India.” said Anoop Prakash, Managing Director, Harley-Davidson India. Adarsh Tulshan, the principal owner of Bengal Harley-Davidson, is an automobile enthusiast and an experienced dealer operator. His passion for the brand and its unique motorcycle riding culture will ensure that a true Harley- Davidson experience is delivered to enthusiasts in the City of Joy.

“I am delighted to bring the Harley-Davidson brand and culture to Kolkata. Harley-Davidson provides a premium lifestyle experience that allows owners and enthusiasts to pursue freedom of thought, adventure and self-expression. The launch of Bengal Harley-Davidson marks an important milestone in the brand’s journey in the country. My team and I welcome everyone to experience the world of Harley-Davidson.” said Adarsh Tulshan.

To celebrate the launch of Bengal Harley-Davidson in Kolkata, existing Harley-Davidson owners from across the eastern region rolled through city in unison with the motor company’s top management, on the morning of Sunday, May 13. Leading the riders was the Managing Director of Harley-Davidson India, Anoop Prakash. With this, the company brought to the fore the true spirit of camaraderie and brotherhood between its riders to define a motorcycling experience that Harley-Davidson is renowned for the world-over.

Bengal Harley-Davidson joins seven other Harley-Davidson dealerships in India including: Seven Islands Harley-Davidson in Mumbai, Capital Harley-Davidson in New Delhi, Himalayan Harley-Davidson in Chandigarh, Banjara Harley-Davidson in Hyderabad, Tusker Harley-Davidson in Bangalore, Nine Bridges Harley-Davidson In Ahmedabad and Coromandel Harley-Davidson in Chennai.

The newest dealership will offer the entire Harley-Davidson India line-up of 15 motorcycle models, in addition to authentic Harley-Davidson riding gear, apparel, and merchandise. Harley owners will also be able to choose from a wide range of parts and accessories to customize their bikes. Harley-Davidson India commenced operations in August 2009 and appointed the first dealership in July 2010. The company currently offers 15 models, like Harley Davidson Dyna, Harley Davidson Sportster, in its line-up in India, available through its authorized dealerships.