Harley-Davidson Travels to Bhutan for 3rd International HOG Ride

By Sameer Contractor

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Published on May 20, 2016

Highlights

The ride was organized by Bengal Chapter of Harley Owners Group
The 3rd International HOG ride was conducted between May 4-10, 2016
The ride commenced Phuntsholing moving to Thimpu and ended at Tsirang

Harley-Davidson riders got the opportunity to tick off yet another item of their bucket list as the third international HOG ride returned to Bhutan, one of the most sought after riding destinations on this side of the globe. The week long ride scheduled between May 4-10, 2016 was organized by the Bengal Chapter and was accompanied by riders from the Harley-Davidson Bhutan brotherhood. Harley owners commenced their journey by gathering at a small border town Phuntsholing in southern Bhutan, moving onward to Thimpu, Paro, Punakha and Tsirang in the Land of the Thunder Dragon. Covering thousands of kilometres on their cruisers, the riders witnessed some of the most breathtaking sceneries in the world's only carbon-negative country at high altitudes meandering through quaint villages. The ride commenced at Phuntsholing moving onward to Thimpu, Paro, Punakha and Tsirang Commenting on the journey, Adarsh Tulshan, Dealer Principal, Bengal Harley-Davidson said, “Riding through the scenic roads of Bhutan has always been a rider’s delight as the ride offers dynamic landscapes making it highly desirable for riders. It’s always great to ride with a fellow H.O.G. brother and over the last three years we have seen more and more rider join us for the 3rd International H.O.G. Ride making it an annual affair we love coming back to.” Sangay Wangchuk, a passionate Harley owner from Bhutan said “Riding alongside our brothers from India, I marveled at the passion and emotion that Harley-Davidson evokes and binds diverse people with. These were all proud Harley-Davidson motorcycle owners, each with a unique story to tell. We take great pride in showing riders our country and helping them navigate through Bhutan's amazing terrain and landscape. I look forward to welcoming Harley owners to a number of unforgettable rides in Bhutan in years to come.” The Indian riders were joined by the Harley-Davidson Bhutan brotherhood Bringing its customers together, Harley-Davidson organizes the H.O.G. chapters in India in a bid to celebrate their love for motorcycling. The American bike maker commenced its Indian operations in 2009 and has been one of the most successful premium motorcycle manufacturers in the country. Furthermore, the bike maker's most affordable offering in India - the Street 750 has helped the brand catapult its volumes.