Hero MotoCorp to sell, service Harley-Davidson bikes in India

Hero MotoCorp will also develop a range of premium bikes under the Harley-Davidson brand.

Harley-Davidson and Hero MotoCorp have signed a distribution agreement, according to which, the latter will sell and service Harley-Davidson bikes in India.

Hero MotoCorp will also sell Harley-Davidson parts, accessories as well as general merchandise, riding gear and apparel through a network of brand-exclusive Harley-Davidson dealers and Hero's existing dealership network.

As part of a licensing agreement, Hero MotoCorp will develop and sell a range of premium motorcycles under the Harley-Davidson brand name.

Earlier this year, Harley-Davidson had announced that it was shutting down its operations in India as part of a global restructuring plan. The bike maker has also closed down its manufacturing facility in Bawal, Haryana.