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Harley-Davidson: Is Your Own Harley Finally Within Reach? Growing Hope for Zero Duty on Iconic American Bikes Excites Indian Enthusiasts

Harley Davidson pricing in India: The aspiration of Indian Harley-Davidson enthusiasts to ride proudly on a large American motorcycle may have gained significant momentum, based on reports suggesting impending substantial duty reductions. According to a report by The Times of India on April 25, the government is contemplating the extension of duty-free import options for certain vehicles from the U.S., which includes motorcycles boasting engine capacities greater than 1,600cc, depending on the establishment of a favorable agreement in critical interest areas. It is worth noting that some of the benefits being negotiated may be limited by quotas, meaning that the reductions in duty could pertain only to a specific number of units imported under the envisioned bilateral trade deal, as indicated in the report.

It’s important to highlight that the United States has been exerting considerable pressure on India to lower tariffs on several goods, such as vehicles, whiskey, and agricultural products, claiming that the high import duties hinder American exports.

While India did lower customs duties on certain products like premium motorcycles and bourbon in February, the Trump administration has remained unsatisfied, pushing for further cuts. Harley Davidson motorcycles and Tesla vehicles have become a priority for Trump, especially given Elon Musk’s close ties with the U.S. President.

Musk has been actively lobbying for lower import tariffs during his discussions with Indian officials, a request previously declined by the government. Nevertheless, India introduced a new policy last year that implemented a temporary 15% tariff rate, with the condition that participating companies establish manufacturing facilities in the country.

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Detailed guidelines regarding these tariffs are expected to be unveiled shortly, as inter-ministerial discussions are underway. A significant reduction in tariffs could potentially reshape investment decisions. With the threat of retaliatory tariffs looming, the commerce department, leading negotiations for a bilateral trade agreement, is collaborating with various government departments and ministries. These entities are actively consulting industry representatives and other relevant stakeholders. While formal negotiations on specific sectors have yet to commence, a delegation headed by India’s chief negotiator, Rajesh Agrawal, is currently in Washington to tackle outstanding issues and explore the possibility of an “early tranche” of agreements.

Initially, discussions between Trump and Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi aimed to finalize the first tranche by fall (September-October), which would include import duties on goods, non-tariff barriers, and strategies to optimize the supply chain.

India remains hopeful that, in exchange for concessions offered, the Trump administration will abstain from imposing the 26% reciprocal tariffs that are presently on hold for 90 days, while also considering reductions on duties related to labor-intensive exports such as textiles and leather goods from India.

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Government Reduces Duty on Bourbon and Certain Wines in Response to US Threat | India News

Government Reduces Duty on Bourbon and Certain Wines in Response to US Threat | India News

NEW DELHI: In response to pressure from the United States, the government has reduced the import duty on bourbon whiskey from 150% to 100% and has also lowered tariffs on various wines.
The duty on wines made from fresh grapes, vermouth, and other fermented drinks as well as unadulterated ethyl alcohol with an alcohol content of 80% has been set to 100%. Together, the import of these items totaled approximately $1 billion in the last fiscal year.
For bourbon, the basic customs duty is now established at 50%, with an additional agricultural cess of 50%. Last year, imports for the two categories related to bourbon were estimated at $2.6 million, with $0.8 million coming from the US.
The duty reductions were announced on Thursday, just hours prior to Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s meeting with US President Donald Trump, during which tariffs were a key topic of discussion. Trump reaffirmed his intention to implement what he described as reciprocal tariffs to support American industries. Before meeting Modi, he highlighted that India has some of the highest tariffs globally.
India’s tariffs on whiskey and other alcoholic beverages have raised concerns among various countries, including Australia, the UK, the European Union, Switzerland, and the US. Although India has reduced tariffs on Australian wine under a trade agreement, the UK has been pressing for lower levies on Scotch whisky as part of trade negotiations, while the EU has been advocating for cuts on wines produced within the bloc.
In the Budget presented on February 1, the government had already decreased import duties on a range of products, including premium motorcycles like the iconic Harley Davidson, in an effort to ease tariff pressures. However, this move has not prevented Trump from voicing concerns about duties in India, using Harley Davidson as an example during media interactions.

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India Reduces Import Duty on High-Capacity Motorcycles: A Boost for Harley Davidson and Other US Brands

India Reduces Import Duty on High-Capacity Motorcycles: A Boost for Harley Davidson and Other US Brands

In a promising move for the new US administration under President Donald Trump, India has reduced the import duty on high-capacity motorcycles in the Union Budget 2025-26, providing a significant advantage for the American brand Harley-Davidson.

Motorcycles with an engine capacity of up to 1,600 cc, imported as completely built-up (CBU) units, will now incur a 40% import duty, down from the previous 50%, as outlined in the Budget documentation.

The import duty on semi-knocked down (SKD) kits has been lowered to 20%, from 25% previously.

For completely knocked down (CKD) units, the tax rate will be set at 10%, reduced from 15% earlier.

The government’s objective is to encourage domestic manufacturing.

Reports also indicate that India is considering a reduction in customs duty on approximately seven to eight high-end products, including specialized steel, luxury motorcycles, and electronic goods.

Currently, the Harley-Davidson 440X – the smallest model in the brand’s lineup – is co-manufactured and sold in India by Hero MotoCorp.

Additionally, the Budget specified that high-end cars priced over $40,000 will now face a tariff of 70%, down from 125%, reflecting the increasing demand for luxury vehicles in the country.

Hero MotoCorp, which produces the Harley-Davidson X440 and the X440-based Hero Mavrick 440, reported sales of 12,188 units for these two models during the April-December 2024 timeframe.

This marks a year-on-year growth of 77%, giving Hero MotoCorp a 13% share of this market segment.

The Made-in-India Harley-Davidson is manufactured at Hero’s Garden Factory in Neemrana, Rajasthan.

It is available in three variants – Denim (₹2.40 lakh), Vivid (₹2.60 lakh), and S (₹2.80 lakh) – with 8,974 units sold between April and December 2024, representing a 31% increase according to industry data.

(This content was sourced from a syndicated feed and only edited for style by the Gujarat Samachar Digital team)

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Budget 2025: Reduced Import Duty on 1600cc Motorcycles Could Lower Harley-Davidson Prices

American motorcycle brands, including Harley-Davidson, could see a price drop in India following the Budget 2025 announcement by Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman on February 1, 2025. The budget has reduced import duties on high-capacity motorcycles.

Budget 2025: Reduced Import Duty on 1600cc Motorcycles Could Lower Harley-Davidson Prices
A Harley-Davidson bike is seen.(Reuters)

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The import duty for motorcycles with engine capacities up to 1,600 cc, which are imported as completely built-up (CBU) units, has been decreased from 50 percent to 40 percent.

Harley Davidson is renowned for its high-capacity motorcycles.

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Moreover, the import duty on semi-knocked down (SKD) kits has been lowered from 25 percent to 20 percent, while completely knocked down (CKD) units now incur a tax of 10 percent, reduced from the previous 15 percent.

This tariff reduction is a response to threats from US President Donald Trump regarding reciprocal taxes on nations imposing high tariffs on American goods.

In December, Trump remarked that India’s taxes are excessive, asserting, “If they tax us, we tax them the same amount.”

According to the Ministry of Commerce, India emerged as the largest trading partner of the US last financial year.

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Additionally, the tariff on Harley-Davidson bikes has been a contentious issue between India and the US for years, with Trump advocating for its reduction.

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