Harley-Davidson’s Upcoming 350cc Parallel-Twin: Details And Expected Price

American two-wheeler manufacturer, Harley-Davidson, has been working on a smaller capacity motorcycle that will be licenced to China based Qianjiang Motorcycle Co, also known as QJ Motors, for production.

Harley-Davidson’s Upcoming 350cc Parallel-Twin: Details And Expected Price

Details about the motorcycle are scarce at the moment, however Harley has released a rendering of the final product. According to GaadiWaadi, the soon-to-be-launched Harley will feature a parallel-twin engine, and an under-belly exhaust - a design that breaks away from traditional Harley V-Twins.

Harley-Davidson’s Upcoming 350cc Parallel-Twin: Details And Expected Price

While Harley's new small capacity motorcycle will borrow its frame, swingarm, disc brake rotors, and its suspension set up from the Benelli TNT 300, it will feature an updated engine.

Harley-Davidson’s Upcoming 350cc Parallel-Twin: Details And Expected Price

Speculation is that the motorcycle will feature a BS6 compliant 353cc parallel-twin engine. According to type-approval documents filed by QJ Motors, the QJ350-13/ TNT 300 (2021 model) features a 353cc parallel-twin engine that produces 35.5bhp.

Harley-Davidson’s Upcoming 350cc Parallel-Twin: Details And Expected Price

However, the new Harley Davidson will feature an updated motor with a larger displacement. It is already being said that the upcoming motorcycle will be powered by a 353cc parallel-twin motor.

Harley-Davidson’s Upcoming 350cc Parallel-Twin: Details And Expected Price

Chances are that the upcoming Harley will share its engine and other hardware with the QJ350-13, but will borrow its design from flat track styled models.

Harley-Davidson’s Upcoming 350cc Parallel-Twin: Details And Expected Price

Speculation is that Harley-Davidson will launch the motorcycle as scheduled (closer to Christmas 2021), and that it will be priced somewhere between the Rs 3 lakh and the Rs 3.5 lakh mark. Prices mentioned are ex-showroom.

Harley-Davidson’s Upcoming 350cc Parallel-Twin: Details And Expected Price

The motorcycle will compete with the BMW G 310 R, and the Benelli TNT 300 at launch.

Harley-Davidson’s Upcoming 350cc Parallel-Twin: Details And Expected Price

In Harley related news, the brand recently hiked prices for its 1200 Custom model. The 1,202cc motorcycle is now available starting at Rs 10.89 lakh ex-showroom - more expensive by Rs 12,000. To know more, click here.

Harley-Davidson’s Upcoming 350cc Parallel-Twin: Details And Expected Price

Thoughts About The Upcoming Harley-Davidson 350cc Motorcycle

We're not entirely sure about this one. Harley-Davidson is known for its V-Twins and thunderous exhaust notes, not parallel-twins with an under-belly exhaust. We think that most folk want a traditionally designed Harley that is more affordable, and not one that is held together with borrowed parts. Unlike the rest of the country, we hope the brand knows what it's doing.

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Article Published On: Monday, June 29, 2020, 13:03 [IST]
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