It's True! X350 and X500 for Australia

This badly-kept-secret involves cooperation with Chinese manufacturer, Qianjiang (QJ) Motor and has long been anticipated, but and is now official. QJ also own the Italian Benelli brand and industry observers have drawn parallels to the existing TNT300 model.

Initially for the Chinese market only, the spritely, flat-track-inspired roadster will now be available in wider markets in Asia and, as revealed today, Australia and New Zealand.

“For the brand's 120th year, and with this ethos in mind, Harley-Davidson is excited to announce the Australian and New Zealand launch of its latest marvels, the X™350 and X™500 motorcycles,” the excited media statement read..

“The X™350 and X™500 are the first LAMS-approved Harley-Davidson motorcycles introduced in Australia since the Street 500. Taking design cues from Harley’s illustrious flat tracker heritage, these two models represent an opportunity for new riders to immerse themselves in the Harley-Davidson brand and lifestyle like never before.”

Key model features:

Harley-Davidson X™350: The Essence of Freedom

• 353cc DOHC 4-valve liquid-cooled parallel twin engine, designed to deliver potent mid-range torque
• Seamlessly responsive six-speed transmission
• Cable-actuated wet-plate clutch and chain final drive, enhancing control and power delivery
• 17-inch front and rear wheels delivering nimble performance.
• Pirelli Angel GT radial tires, sized 120/70 ZR17 in the front and 160/60-ZR17 in the rear

Harley-Davidson X™500: The Power of Exploration

• 500cc DOHC 4-valve liquid-cooled parallel twin engine, calibrated for a quick-to-respond mid-range torque
• Versatile six-speed transmission
• Cable-actuated wet-plate clutch and chain final drive, offering precise control
• 17-inch front and rear wheels providing exceptional manoeuvrability
• Maxxis Supermaxx ST tires, sized 120/70-ZR17 in the front and 160/60-ZR17 in the rear.

The Harley-Davidson X™350, X™500, and associated apparel will be available at Harley-Heaven dealerships across Australia from December 2023.

The Harley-Davidson XTM350 will be available at Harley-Heaven dealerships with an Australian Ride Away Price of $8,495 AUD in Dramatic Black, Dynamic Orange, Supersonic Silver, and Pearl White, while the Harley-Davidson XTM500 will be available with an Australian Ride Away Price of $11,495 AUD in Dramatic Black, Dynamic Orange, Supersonic Silver, and Pearl White.