Hero MotoCorp and Harley-Davidson launched their co-developed the X440 in India. The Harley-Davidson X440 becomes the first premium motorcycle to be introduced under the licensing agreement between the two brands. The Harley-Davidson X440 marks Hero MotoCorp and Harley-Davidson’s foray into the 440cc segment for the first time in India. Co-developed by Hero MotoCorp and Harley-Davidson at the Hero CIT, the Harley-Davidson X440 will be manufactured at the company’s Garden Factory at Neemrana, in the northern Indian state of Rajasthan.
The Harley-Davidson X440 has an all-metal body and will be available in three variants – Denim, Vivid and S at Harley-Davidson dealer network across the country at an attractive price point of INR 2,29,000/- (Denim), INR 2,49,000/- (Vivid) and INR 2,69,000 (S) respectively.
The Harley-Davidson X440 is a true performer, delivering best-in-class value and performance. At the heart of the Harley-Davidson X440 is the all-new 440cc oil-cooled, long-stroke BSVI (OBD II) and E20 compliant engine, a first for Hero MotoCorp. he engine has best-in-class power output of 27 bhp as well as the best-in-class maximum torque of 38 NM, period. The motorcycle offers extremely flat torque curve, generating~90% of its peak torque from as low as 2000rpm. The engine comes with an assist and slipper clutch to offer precise control and instills confidence in the rider. The 6-speed transmission with optimized gearing allows for highway cruising and relaxed city commuting.
The Harley-Davidson X440 gets 320 mm front disc and 240 mm rear disc brakes. The Dual Channel ABS ensures braking stability and precise deceleration in varied surfaces. A combination of 18” front and 17” rear wheels, wide tyres (100/90 front and 140/70 rear) are on offer. The unique Zig-Zag center groove design provides effective water channeling. Designed for modern classic motorcycles, the tyres offer performance and feedback on both dry and wet surfaces and come with a shoulder profile that offers enhanced cornering grip.
Retaining the premium genes of the brand, the Harley-Davidson X440 comes with an advance lighting package to offer better road visibility and low power consumption.
Head Lamp: classic retro shape Class-D headlamp comes with integrated signature DRLs, first-in-segment LED projector and reflector technology with high intensity light, and sensor operated automatic headlamp.
Tail Lamp: classic retro shape design with full LED tail lamp design with diffuse lighting technology offering uniform illumination
Turn Signals: classic retro shape design of LED turn signals with collimator technology for consistent ring illumination
Accessories like a comfortable touring seat, back rest, bar end mirrors, bash plate, fog lamps, windscreen, saddle bags add to the character of the motorcycle and enable the owner to customize the bike. The 3.5” speedometer carries classic design language with a TFT digital display. The screen comes with two display modes – Day and Night in addition to the ‘Connect 2.0’ feature (available on S variant) which enriches the riding experience with more than 25 notifications on the display as well as the mobile application.
Safety: ignition alert, panic alert, crash alert, topple alert and low fuel Alert
Security: theft alert, battery removal alert, geofence alert and remote immobilization
Vehicle Health: vehicle diagnostics, malfunction alert, service booking and history
Driving Report: driving alerts – over-speeding, trip analysis driving score
Bluetooth-enabled: turn-by-turn navigation, call alerts, and find my vehicle
Generic and Convenience: fuel indicator, roadside assistance, dealer location etc.
The Denim edition comes in a Mustard paint colour option with spoke wheels whereas the Vivid edition offers two striking dual tone schemes of Metallic Thick Red and Metallic Dark Silver and comes with alloy wheels. The S variant gets a Denim Black color tone with 3D branding and premium finishes, plus machined alloy wheels, Gold engine and body parts, machined engine fins and the ‘Connect 2.0’ package.
