Harley-Davidson has been working with Quianjiang on the down-low, creating machines for the Japanese Hemisphere – and judging by the latest approval given by the Chinese language authorities, we may see a little bit of versatility within the parallel-twin division.
In line with the report from Bennetts, the approval to fabricate bikes means H-D is dedicated to sustaining their reference to Zhejiang Qianjiang Bike Co., Ltd. “and launch[ing] associated merchandise in a well timed method.”
“Again in 2021, Harley and Qianjiang established a three way partnership firm known as Zhejiang Jisheng Motor Car Co., Ltd, with the precise intention of producing the small-capacity Harley fashions, however solely now has the brand new firm been awarded an official license to supply bikes,” explains the report.
Among the many hints within the pipeline are whispers of a brand new bike, joined by VIN submissions displaying related codings to Harley – figures like ‘1HD,’ the WMI for Harley-Davidson.
That very same set of papers confirmed the chance {that a} 353cc twin – taken from QJMotors – might be the engine of selection, although there’s nonetheless a chance that Harley’s 338cc can be included.
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Regardless, the 338R and 500R are actually able to being produced, because of China’s approval; query is, when and the way will these bikes be launched…and can or not it’s Zhejiang Jisheng Motor Car Co., Ltd to launch them?
Time will inform; keep tuned, drop a remark beneath letting us know what you assume, and as at all times – keep secure on the twisties.
