The Harley Davidson X440 has sent the Indian bike market into a complete frenzy. Developed with the help of India’s Hero MotoCorp, this bike is for the rider that wants the hallowed Harley-Davidson name at a relativeley budget-friendly price. Featuring a 440cc engine with plenty of power, a cruiser-style stance and all the latest independent technology, the X440 is one of the most exciting mid-sized motorcycles!
Bold and Muscular Design
The Harley Davidson X440 rocks muscular and aggressive looks that’s classic HD for you. It has a hip, retro-modern look that attracts both the under-40 set and Harley faithful. Its round LED headlamp with DRLs, a broad tank and cut side panels lend the Glamour a road presence that’s hard to miss.
The bike is also comfortable for cruising down the highway all day long, with its straight-up riding posture, flat handlebar and wide seat. Designed around classics Harley’s DNA and infused with new features, it is sure to turn heads wherever it goes.
Engine and Performance
Powering the Harley Davidson X440 is a 440cc single-cylinder oil-cooled engine. This engine churns out 27bhp of power and 38 Nm of torque, which makes it one of the most powerful motorbikes in its segment.
The motorcycle comes mated to The motor makes good low down torque which is perfect for city riding for even on open roads touring. The bike is likely to return 30–35km/l of mileage which is acceptable for a bike in this range.
Features and Technology
No longer is the X440 the stripped down and simple bike of Harley’s youth, the new machine full of modern amenities that appeal to today’s rider. Some key highlights include:
- Full-LED lights panel (head-lamp, tail-lamp, indicators)
- Bluetooth digital TFT display
- Turn-by-turn navigation support
- Call and SMS alerts
- Hazard light function
These aspects contribute into making F77 not just a stylish motorcycle but the one which features sensible technology for everyday use.
Comfort and Ride Quality
Harley Davidson has concentrated on making the X440 a very comfortable bike to ride. The bike is equipped with USD front forks and dual rear shock absorbers able to cater to the Indian roads. The suspension soaks up bumps, and the ride is well-sorted.
The small and cushioned seat offers comfortable rider and pillion siting and the straight handle bar is good to provide less stress on the wrist. Given its 1370 mm wheelbase and kerb weight of 170 kg, the bike is easy to maneuver in the city while feeling planted enough on the highway.
Braking and Safety
In the X440, safety has not been sacrificed. The motorcycle gets disc brakes on either end and dual-channel ABS is offered as standard. This lateral support guarantees powerful braking also at high speed.
The X440 enjoys extra grip and handling thanks to its wide tyres and alloy wheels and so the bike is dependable covering various surfaces.
Variants and Price
The point-of-purchase aisle display must reflect the product’s signature style, so we created several different treatment options based on whether the X440 is painted or a denim finish.
The price ranges from ₹2.39 lakh (ex-showroom) for the base variant to ₹2.79 lakh (ex-showroom) for the top model. The X440 enters India as one of the most affordable Harley Davidson bikes ever introduced in the Indian market.
Final Verdict
It puts the legendary experience of a Harley-Davidson and the message of freedom in the hands of easy riders around the world. It is based on a retro design but gets a powerful engine along with contemporary features and we can easily expect it to compete against the Royal Enfield Classic 350, Honda CB350, and Jawa 42.