Hero MotoCorp appoints Ravi Avalur to lead Harley-Davidson vertical in India
3 years, 10 months ago

Hero MotoCorp appoints Ravi Avalur to lead Harley-Davidson vertical in India

Firstpost  

In what will come as welcome news to existing customers and fans of the brand, Hero MotoCorp has set up a separate vertical for American biking giant Harley-Davidson’s India operations, and provided a glimpse of what is to come from the house of H-D going forward. Harley-Davidson’s India plans previewed As part of its agreement with one of the most iconic motorcycle brands in the world, Hero MotoCorp had previously said it would help Harley-Davidson continue its journey in India, after the bikemaker announced its decision to exit the Indian market as it continued to face declining sales in global markets year after year. Hero has also hired Vijay Thomas - who was the head of marketing at Harley-Davidson India – as its Lead Marketing, Premium Segment, along with three other former Harley-Davidson India executives. Left: Ravi Avalur, former managing director at Ducati India; Right: Harley-Davidson Heritage Classic Additionally, Hero MotoCorp has brought on board 11 dealers who were originally part of Harley-Davidson’s network in India.

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Hero beefs up premium space with new Mavrick 440, Xtreme 125R
11 months ago

Hero beefs up premium space with new Mavrick 440, Xtreme 125R

Deccan Chronicle  

: Hero MotoCorp, India’s biggest motorcycle maker, on Tuesday strengthened its mid-size and premium portfolio by launching two new products called the Maverick 440, its flagship motorcycle and the Xtreme 125R.While the automaker did not announce the price of the Mavrick 440, the Xtreme 125R starts at Rs 95,000 at the Delhi showroom.The company also announced that it intends to …

Commuter motorcycles to premium rides: Global brands lead the way
1 year, 3 months ago

Commuter motorcycles to premium rides: Global brands lead the way

Live Mint  

Mid-sized premium motorcycle sales are poised to grow fivefold within three-four years, as India’s motorcycle market, traditionally dominated by commuter bikes for daily transportation, shifts toward high-performance models with advanced styling and features, Diego Graffi, chairman and managing director of Piaggio India, said in an interview. To illustrate this trend, Graffi said international brands such as KTM, BMW, Triumph and …

Hero to launch eight premium bikes
1 year, 3 months ago

Hero to launch eight premium bikes

Deccan Chronicle  

NEW DELHI: Hero MotoCorp, India’s biggest motorcycle maker, is focusing on strengthening its premium bike segment, which is a growing and lucrative market in the country. In fact, it plans to launch eight new premium motorcycles over the next eight quarters to grow volumes to capture this growing market. “We are strengthening our premium bike portfolio to drive sales and …

Harley-Davidson's India model pre-orders 'exceeding expectations', says CEO
1 year, 4 months ago

Harley-Davidson's India model pre-orders 'exceeding expectations', says CEO

Hindustan Times  

Harley-Davidson said on Thursday that pre-orders were "exceeding expectations" for a new model the U.S. big-bike maker launched this month in India in partnership with a local manufacturer. Harley Davidson, however, will have to reckon with India's 100-plus-year-old brand Royal Enfield, which has an entrenched fan base with a large number of showrooms Harley and British rival Triumph have unveiled …

Clash of Titans: Can Bajaj-Triumph and Hero-Harley rival Royal Enfield’s dominance?
1 year, 5 months ago

Clash of Titans: Can Bajaj-Triumph and Hero-Harley rival Royal Enfield’s dominance?

Live Mint  

India is currently the youngest nation in the world, with more than 55% of the country's population falling within the vibrant age group of 25–35. Currently, the premium bike market is largely dominated by Eicher Motors' Royal Enfield, which holds more than 90% of the market share in motorcycles with engine capacities greater than 250. All three models, Triumph Speed …

Hero MotoCorp shares zoom to 52-week high riding Harley Davidson X440 launch
1 year, 5 months ago

Hero MotoCorp shares zoom to 52-week high riding Harley Davidson X440 launch

Live Mint  

Hero MotoCorp share price witnessed a sharp rally driven by the launch of X440 in India, a premium motorcycle co-developed by the world’s largest two-wheeler manufacturer and iconic American brand Harley-Davidson. The X440, which marks Hero MotoCorp and Harley-Davidson’s foray into the 440cc segment for the first time in India, is expected to drive market share gains of the Indian …

Harley-Davidson X440 Bookings Start From Today at Rs 5,000; Deliveries in Oct 2023
1 year, 5 months ago

Harley-Davidson X440 Bookings Start From Today at Rs 5,000; Deliveries in Oct 2023

News 18  

Harley-Davidson X440, co-developed with Hero MotoCorp, bookings start from today 4:40pm onwards across India. It can be booked online at a token payment of Rs 5000 while customers can also reserve the Harley-Davidson X440 at all Harley-Davidson dealerships and select Hero MotoCorp outlets across the country. Last but not the least, the range-topping S grade is offered in Denim Black …

Hero MotoCorp in fast lane as Harley partnership hits high gear
1 year, 5 months ago

Hero MotoCorp in fast lane as Harley partnership hits high gear

Live Mint  

Shares of Indian motorcycle major Hero MotoCorp Ltd accelerated 3% on the National Stock Exchange in Tuesday's trade, fueled by the company's foray into the premium bike segment. “We await the India launch of Bajaj-Triumph bikes on 5 July, but the pricing of Harley may make Triumph also consider aggressive pricing," said the Nomura report. While it may take time …

Made-in-India Harley-Davidson X440 debuts in India starting ₹2.29 lakh
1 year, 5 months ago

Made-in-India Harley-Davidson X440 debuts in India starting ₹2.29 lakh

The Hindu  

India’s Hero MotoCorp, and American motorcycle-maker Harley-Davidson have introduced their co-developed premium motorcycle--the Harley-Davidson X440 in India at price starting ₹2,29,000. Co-developed by Hero MotoCorp and Harley-Davidson at the Hero CIT, the Harley-Davidson X440 will be manufactured at the company’s Garden Factory at Neemrana, Rajasthan. “The launch of the Harley-Davidson X440 is a significant milestone in our premium journey and …

Harley-Davidson X440 Launched in India, Price Starts at Rs 2.29 Lakh
1 year, 5 months ago

Harley-Davidson X440 Launched in India, Price Starts at Rs 2.29 Lakh

News 18  

Harley-Davidson X440 has finally been launched at a starting price of Rs 2.29 lakh in the Indian market. The HDX 440 debuted at Hero Center for Innovation and Technology in Jaipur in the presence of Dr. Pawan Munjal – Executive Chairman of Hero MotoCorp and Mr. Jochen Zeitz – Chairman, President & Chief Executive Officer of Harley-Davidson. The X440 will …

Bajaj-Triumph and Hero-Harley take aim at Royal Enfield
1 year, 5 months ago

Bajaj-Triumph and Hero-Harley take aim at Royal Enfield

Live Mint  

Hero MotoCorp Ltd and Bajaj Auto Ltd are set to launch the first locally-made Harley-Davidson and Triumph motorcycles in July in an ambitious attempt to challenge the dominance of Royal Enfield Motors in the growing market for premium lifestyle motorcycles. The new motorcycles will let Bajaj Auto and Hero MotoCorp, two of India’s biggest motorcycle makers, intensify their competition with …

Hero MotoCorp Plans to Expand its Electric Two-Wheeler Range
1 year, 6 months ago

Hero MotoCorp Plans to Expand its Electric Two-Wheeler Range

News 18  

VidaHero MotoCorp is gearing up to expand its electric two-wheeler range while upgrading its existing sales infrastructure to enhance premium play as part of its future growth plans, according to its newly appointed CEO Niranjan Gupta. Outlining the company’s three priorities in the mid-term, he noted that it would focus on bolstering its presence in the premium segment, expanding the …

Hero MotoCorp to introduce highest-ever number of products in 2023: CEO
1 year, 7 months ago

Hero MotoCorp to introduce highest-ever number of products in 2023: CEO

Live Mint  

Hero MotoCorp CEO Niranjan Gupta said the company is gearing up for highest ever model introductions this fiscal as it looks to consolidate market share especially in the premium bike segment. Probably this fiscal, we'll see the maximum number of launches ever seen in the company's history," Gupta said in an analyst call. As per a report by PTI, the …

Hero MotoCorp to collaborate with Zero Motorcycles for new EV offerings
1 year, 9 months ago

Hero MotoCorp to collaborate with Zero Motorcycles for new EV offerings

Live Mint  

Two-Wheeler maker Hero MotoCorp on Monday announced that it has signed agreement with US-based Zero Motorcycles to collaborate on premium electric motorcycles. With Zero as our partner, we look forward to accelerate the transition of electric mobility in India and across our global markets," said Pawan Munjal, Chairman & CEO, Hero MotoCorp. With these shared passions, we look forward to …

Hero MotoCorp's first electric scooter unveiled, costs less than ₹1.50 lakh
2 years, 2 months ago

Hero MotoCorp's first electric scooter unveiled, costs less than ₹1.50 lakh

Hindustan Times  

Motorcycle maker Hero MotoCorp launched its first electric scooter worldwide on Friday as it looks to catch up with newer businesses that have taken the lead in the country's clean mobility push. Like many legacy automakers in India, Hero Motocorp has been a laggard in electric two-wheelers, where start-ups such as Ather Energy and Softbank Group-backed Ola Electric have gained …

Honda races ahead of Hero MotoCorp in retail sales in September
2 years, 2 months ago

Honda races ahead of Hero MotoCorp in retail sales in September

India Today  

Honda Motorcycle and Scooter India has for the first time gone past Hero MotoCorp in terms of monthly retail sales. The Hero MotoCorp dealerships India Today spoke with said that the drop in the company's share can be attributed to the headwinds in the entry-level two-wheeler segment. The relatively higher ownership costs owing to high fuel costs and multiple price …

HeroMoto picks Ram Charan as brand ambassador
2 years, 2 months ago

HeroMoto picks Ram Charan as brand ambassador

Deccan Chronicle  

HYDERABAD: Hero MotoCorp, the world’s largest manufacturer of motorcycles and scooters, on Friday announced the appointment of actor Ram Charan as its new brand ambassador. The high-decibel campaign of Glamour XTEC features Ram Charan riding stunning Glamour in Nexus Blue colour. Commenting on the development, Ranjivjit Singh, Chief Growth Officer, Hero MotoCorp, said, “The association with the celebrated Indian actor, …

Hero MotoCorp, Harley-Davidson launch Nightster in India: 5 key points about the bike
2 years, 4 months ago

Hero MotoCorp, Harley-Davidson launch Nightster in India: 5 key points about the bike

Hindustan Times  

Hero MotoCorp and Harley-Davidson, who joined hands in India in October 2020, have rolled out in the country their new ‘Nightster’ bike, reported car&bike.com. According to the report, Harley-Davidson has placed the Nightster under the brand's ‘sports’ category. Here are 5 things to know about the newly-launched sports bike: Nightster is powered by the company's new Revolution Max975 v-twin engine …

Hero MotoCorp to unveil its first EV in March, domestic sales down to 374,485 units
2 years, 11 months ago

Hero MotoCorp to unveil its first EV in March, domestic sales down to 374,485 units

Live Mint  

Hero MotoCorp, the world’s largest manufacturer of motorcycles and scooters, has today reported its highest-ever sales in global markets outside of India in any calendar year. The company sold 2.89 lakh units of motorcycles and scooters in its markets spread across Asia, Africa South and Central America and the Caribbean in calendar year 2021, clocking a growth of 71 per …

Why Hero MotoCorp will not make an electric motorcycle anytime soon, and will instead focus on e-scooters
3 years ago

Why Hero MotoCorp will not make an electric motorcycle anytime soon, and will instead focus on e-scooters

Firstpost  

Hero MotoCorp’s electrification journey begins in 2022, with the world’s biggest two-wheeler player set to launch its first electric scooter by March. While the e-scooter space is witnessing spectacular growth, Hero MotoCorp’s core business still lies in the motorcycle segment, and given the dearth of e-motorcycles in the country at present, it’s a valid question to ask – will Hero …

Hero MotoCorp commences retail operations in Mexico
3 years, 4 months ago

Hero MotoCorp commences retail operations in Mexico

Live Mint  

Indian two-wheeler major Hero MotoCorp informed that it has commenced retail sales in Mexico. Hero Motocorp will market models including the Xpulse 200, Xpulse 200T, Hunk 190, Hunk 160R, Hunk 150, Eco 150 TR, Eco 150 Cargo, and Ignitor 125, and the Dash 125 scooter in the South American country. The range of products that we have introduced here should …

Top 5 best-selling motorcycles in March 2021: Splendor, HF Deluxe, Shine, Platina, Pulsar 125
3 years, 8 months ago

Top 5 best-selling motorcycles in March 2021: Splendor, HF Deluxe, Shine, Platina, Pulsar 125

India Today  

The Hero Splendor was the largest-selling motorcycle in India in March 2021. Hero Splendor -- 2,39,702 units As is the case every month, the Hero Splendor was the best-selling motorcycle in India in March 2021 also with total sales of 2,39,702 units. Hero HF Deluxe -- 1,44,505 units Following the Hero Splendor was the Hero HF Deluxe with total sales …

Hero Motocorp to increase two-wheeler prices by up to Rs 2,500 from April 1
3 years, 9 months ago

Hero Motocorp to increase two-wheeler prices by up to Rs 2,500 from April 1

India Today  

Hero MotoCorp has announced that it will increase the prices of its two-wheelers by up to Rs 2,500 from April 1, 2021. According to Hero MotoCorp, the price increase will vary depending on the model and specific market. The Hero Splendor+, Hero Splendor+ Black and Accent, Hero HF Deluxe, Hero Passion Pro, Hero Splendor iSmart, Hero Glamour, Hero Super Splendor, …

Hero MotoCorp constitutes separate vertical for Harley-Davidson business in India
3 years, 10 months ago

Hero MotoCorp constitutes separate vertical for Harley-Davidson business in India

India Today  

Hero MotoCorp today announced that it has constituted a separate vertical to take forward the Harley-Davidson business in India. The two-wheeler manufacturer has appointed Ravi Avalur as the Business Unit Head of the new vertical and he will report to Hero MotoCorp Chairman and Cheif Executive Officer Dr Pawan Munjal. "The team in the new business unit also includes four …

Hero MotoCorp's total wholesales fall 3 per cent in January 2021
3 years, 10 months ago

Hero MotoCorp's total wholesales fall 3 per cent in January 2021

India Today  

Hero MotoCorp has reported a decline of 3.14 per cent in total wholesales to 4,85,889 units in January 2021. Motorcycle and scooter sales The motorcycle sales of Hero MotoCorp fell 9.18 per cent to 4,49,037 units in January 2021 from 4,94,432 units in the year-ago month. However, the scooter sales of the two-wheeler manufacturer rose a massive 412.54 per cent …

From Hero Motocorp to Godrej Industries: Stocks to Watch on December 2
4 years ago

From Hero Motocorp to Godrej Industries: Stocks to Watch on December 2

News 18  

On December 2, the trade market in India is expected to open on a subdued note. Here are some of the top stocks for the investors to watch today: Hero Motocorp: Reportedly, there is a possibility that the company will bring on board 11-13 dealers of Harley Davidson. Dr Reddy’s Laboratories: Along with Russian Direct Investment Fund, this company has …

Hero MotoCorp will now develop and sell Harley-Davidson motorcycles in India
4 years, 1 month ago

Hero MotoCorp will now develop and sell Harley-Davidson motorcycles in India

Firstpost  

Putting a rest to all the speculations on the Harley-Davidson Hero MotoCorp partnership in the country, both the two-wheeler brands announced a joint statement, stating that Hero MotoCorp will be offering sales and service support for Harley-Davidson motorcycles in India. Additionally, the release also mentioned, as part of a Licensing agreement, Hero MotoCorp will develop and sell a range of …

Hero Motocorp to manufacture, market Harley-Davidson bikes in India
4 years, 1 month ago

Hero Motocorp to manufacture, market Harley-Davidson bikes in India

India TV News  

Harley-Davidson Inc and Hero MotoCorp, the world's largest maker of motorcycles and scooters in terms of unit volumes, on Tuesday announced that the two will ride together in India. As per a distribution agreement, Hero MotoCorp will sell and service Harley-Davidson motorcycles, and sell parts and accessories and general merchandise riding gear and apparel through a network of brand-exclusive Harley-Davidson …

Hero MotoCorp and Harley Davidson to partner for Indian market
4 years, 1 month ago

Hero MotoCorp and Harley Davidson to partner for Indian market

The Hindu  

Hero MotoCorp on Tuesday said that it has entered into a distribution and licensing agreement with American motorcycle maker Harley Davidson to develop and sell a range of premium motorcycles under the Harley Davidson brand name. “As per a distribution agreement, Hero MotoCorp will sell and service Harley-Davidson motorcycles, and sell parts & accessories and general merchandise riding gear and …

Harley-Davidson-Hero deal: Hero MotoCorp to sell and service Harley-Davidson motorcycles
4 years, 1 month ago

Harley-Davidson-Hero deal: Hero MotoCorp to sell and service Harley-Davidson motorcycles

India Today  

Harley-Davidson and Hero MotoCorp have signed an agreement under which the latter will sell and service Harley-Davidson motorcycles in India. The Harley-Davidson-Hero MotorCorp deal will As per a licensing agreement, Hero MotoCorp will also develop and sell a range of premium motorcycles under the Harley-Davidson brand name. In a joint statement, Harley-Davidson and Hero MotoCorp said that the arrangement is …

Honda Motorcycle launches Hornet 2.0 to boost market share in premium segment
4 years, 3 months ago

Honda Motorcycle launches Hornet 2.0 to boost market share in premium segment

Live Mint  

NEW DELHI: Honda Motorcycle and Scooter India Ltd, the country’s second largest two-wheeler manufacturer, on Thursday announced its entry in the 180cc-200cc segment of premium motorcycles with the launch if its new product Hornet 2.0. Honda’s former joint venture partner, Hero MotoCorp Ltd, has also been eyeing a pie in the premium segment over the last one year, with a …

Harley-Davidson to Soon Wrap up Operations in India As Part of Global Restructuring: Report
4 years, 4 months ago

Harley-Davidson to Soon Wrap up Operations in India As Part of Global Restructuring: Report

News 18  

After a decade in the Indian market, American motorcycle manufacturer Harley-Davidson seems to be planning to depart from the Indian soil. Sources at ET Auto suggests that Managing Director, Asia Emerging Markets and India, Sajeev Rajasekharan was being transferred to Singapore as a part of the global restructuring. Harley-Davidson's global portal suggests that the latest set of actions are a …

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