The new Harley-Davidson X440 combines classic Harley-Davidson styling with cutting-edge technology and performance. This Harley-Davidson India-Hero MotoCorp cooperation is India’s most cheap Harley-Davidson bike. The X440, a budget-friendly neo-retro roadster inspired by the Harley-Davidson XR1200, offers an exciting ride. This essay examines the new Harley Davidson X440 mileage, Engine, Performance, features, price, and variants.
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Harley Davidson X440 Engine and Performance
The X440 is powered by an all-new 440cc, 2-valve, air-oil-cooled single-cylinder engine that produces 27.37 PS of power at 6000 rpm and 38 Nm of torque at 4000 rpm. The company claims that 90 percent of the torque is available from as low as 2000 rpm, which means that the bike has a strong low-end and mid-range performance. The engine gets a six-speed gearbox with a slipper clutch for smooth and easy gear shifts. The bike also comes with traction control and dual-channel ABS as standard rider aids, which enhance the safety and stability of the bike.
New Harley Davidson X440 Mileage
The Mileage of the New Harley Davidson X440 is claim to be 35 km/l, which is quite impressive for a bike of this size and power. This means that the bike can offer a decent range of around 350 km on a full tank of fuel. The fuel tank capacity of the X440 is 10 litres.
Design and Features
The X440 features a strong neo-retro stance and borrows some of its styling cues from the iconic Harley-Davidson XR1200. It gets a retro-styled round LED headlight with a cool modern-looking LED DRL strip with ‘Harley-Davidson’ etched on it. The bike also gets an all-LED tail light and turn indicators. The instrument cluster is a digital unit that displays speed, rpm, fuel level, odometer, trip meter, clock, gear position indicator and traction control status. The top-spec ‘S’ variant also gets Bluetooth connectivity for smartphone pairing and navigation.
The bike has a muscular fuel tank with knee recesses and a flat single-piece seat that offers a comfortable riding posture. The handlebar is wide and upright, while the footpegs are slightly rear-set. The bike has a trellis frame that is suspended on an upside-down fork at the front and gas-charged dual shocks at the rear. The suspension setup is tuned for a balance between comfort and handling. The bike runs on 18-inch front and 17-inch rear alloy wheels (spoke wheels in base variant) shod with new MRF Zapper Hyke tyres that offer good grip and durability. The braking system consists of a 320 mm disc with an axially-mounted ByBre caliper at the front and a 240 mm disc at the rear.
The X440 has a kerb weight of 190.5 kg, which is not too heavy for a bike of this segment. The seat height is 805 mm, which should be accessible for most riders. The ground clearance is 170 mm, which is decent for Indian road conditions.
X440 Price and Variants
The X440 is available in three variants – ‘Denim’, ‘Vivid’ and ‘S’. Much like the Royal Enfield Hunter 350 variant segmentation, the ‘Denim’ gets a basic yellow colour scheme. And blacked-out engine fins and spoke wheels. The mid-level ‘Vivid’ has alloy wheels, blacked-out fins, and dual-tone colors. The top-spec ‘S’ has premium colors, machined engine fins, machined alloy wheels, and Bluetooth.
The expected price of the X440 ranges from Rs. 2.29 lakh to Rs. 2.70 lakh (ex-showroom Delhi). The bike is expected to be launched in India on July 3rd, 2023.
Conclusion
The new Harley-Davidson X440 is a bike that aims to offer the HD experience on a budget. It has a powerful and refined engine, a stylish and modern design. Also a comfortable and agile ride quality and some useful features. It also has an impressive mileage of 35 km/l, which makes it an economical choice for long rides. The X440 is a bike that can appeal to both Harley-Davidson fans and new riders who want to experience the thrill of riding an American cruiser.