India is considering removal of import columns, including Harley-Davidson, including Harley-Davidson, part of a strategic posture to submit a wide trade agreement with the US.
According to a bleomberg report, the zero fee resolution is still under discussion but signals significant changes in India's tradefall.
Bt could not authenticate the report independently.
New Delhi has already pruned the duties on premium motorbikes this year. A 50% to 30% of engines over 1,600CC, 50% to 30% and relief was given. Now India offers to continue at a bold step: Import duties are completely scratched on luxury motorbikes.
If the implementation, the effect may be instant and significant. Harley-Davidton, 30-40% of the prices and tariffs of Hurley-Davidton motorcycles, prices and tariffs were 25-40% of the tariffs.
This is a play character for a brand that is struggling to grow in India once heavy costs.
In 2020, Harley-Davidson, who exposed the direct operations of India in India, be sold via Hiro morto motecop, this opportunity can be used to return strong. The lower tariffs, expanding its dealer footprints and revitalize the brand of Indian arrivals.
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However, it is not an open road in front of it. Others like GST still apply, and the last price will fall. Harley must also offer the services and support of the vast and support market in India.