Harley-Davidson X440 review - Harley's answer to the Royal Enfield Classic 350 | Autocar India 

The people worrying about harleydavdison losing its exclusivity and prestige should also realise that harleydavdison is on the brink of bankruptcy and this bike is probably the one of the most sensible decisions they've ever made because through this they can continue existing

KTM Bajaj. Triumph Bajaj. BMW TVS. Hero Harley. It speaks volumes about India and its automotive progress. ❤

This is more like world’s costliest Hero rather than the world’s most affordable Harley and that’s not necessarily a bad thing.

Hero still didn't forget its signature - "that red spark plug cover"😂😂

Harley nailed it with the pricing, and so did Triumph. But one thing is for sure, RE is going to have some sleepless nights in the future.

I have been watching this bike's reviews since yesterday but no one explains the bike better than Rishaad Mody. You explain everything a buyer needs to know without extending the video above the required time. What an asset for Autocar India channel.

I am not into bikes at all as am more of a car person. But boy what a nice bike. It looks attractive. Looks like Harley has got their act together with local collaboration. Good review Rishaad.

The X440, Meteor 350 and CB350 all cater to different types of riders. Meteor is for the fuss-free, relaxed rider, X440 is for the tourer, and the Honda is for someone who wants a spirited retro experience.

Only matter now is the after market service. The bike is just stunning

We Indian too deserve to drive HD. Hero did a good collaboration with HD. I’m looking forward for this. I’m worried about high traffic and lack of good roads in the city.

I think RE will now finally feel the heat of competition...all this years they enjoyed near monopoly in this segment...now Triumph and Harley will take a good chunk of RE market...

Kudos to Hero and Bajaj for stepping up the game🇮🇳❤️

Erstwhile we had Hero with Honda, and presently the Honda moved on and here we have Hero Harley. Seems unbelievable but true. There are quite a few interesting and exciting lineups getting ready for the release ❤️

I do agree with Rishad that initially the Harley X440 has succeeded in making a successful impression (a good team effort by the Hero-Harley Davidson partnership.

Great bike ,I don't know why I have been seeing too much hate for this bike,it looks great and has a beautiful engine along with some great features ❤for just a price of 2.29 ex ,the one who hate are the one s who doesn't even own a goodbike .

It's actually a great bike.And honestly this is my top pick bike between Highness and Meteor.

It’s been over two decades since I last rode a bike but this review and the bike does pull a string in my heart to head over to the showroom buy one! Can’t wait!!

In India, Within 5 years, not only Harley Davidson will start launching more heavy duty bikes, but will also offer more, to its customers, in terms of price, quality and affordability too. This is a very good start. 👏👏👏.

Gone is Hero Honda, now it's Hero Harley

Hero lives up to its name. Feeling proud that Indian motorcycle companies are pulling off remarkable feats

Although i dont think the average indian rider would have knowledge of the legendary XR series of harleys from the past (hence the odd looking tail comments) Hero has nailed it with the pricing and this will be a good option in an already good sea of options like the great highness 350 or the Classic 350.

This honestly is so incredible, so excited for this and speed 400

great initiate by hero and HD. I wish the after sales service is provided with the expected quality so that they could bring the RE centric buyers to try new motorcycle. Also I hope this motorcycle gives the exact vibe of the actual harley davidson which was nearly a dream to most of the middleclass Indian youths. Happy business HERO HD ❤🎉

Congratulation and all the best Hero HD! Although this is not a head turning bike, still a nice bullet! We expect soon a bike to compete with Himalayan!

This bike is actually the Splendor of Harley davidson universe.....

I have watched couple of Reviews now and Every Rider is enjoying throwing this bike around the Corners… that’s the Fun part about motorcycling How much you enjoy after buying, The Cost to live with it… May be Rear Might look Disappointing but again u can Customise or make it Solo ride Machine…! Only time will tell

I think I have made my mind over RE to the X400, thank you Autocad.❤

Its performance is similar to the RE Classic 500 rather than the classic 350 e.g. Harley Davidson 440x makes 27hp and 38nm and RE Classic 500 made 27hp and 41nm so fairly similar performance kudos to Harley for killing RE man 😌🫡and it's Designnnnn mannn it's so hawttt 🥵🥵 i am quite liking this mini batmobile ✨✨🤩

This is best an Indian biker can ask for…. Harley, Triumph, ktm- all marching into India revving up the 300-400 cc segment ! It’s heating up for RE now… will I have to sell my recently bought Hunter 😢

Already became my dream bike 😍

Was waiting for this one😊

driving posture is commanding, i like it.

I like this exhaust more than those shiny ones. I like the shape also.

Bajaj and Triumph has nailed the pricing of the Speed 400 🥰

Nice Representation..! 👌 Well Done..! 👍🏻

In the last, the exhaust took me.... Fabulous... Surely want to have this beast...

Every time a big bike is launched in India: this is RE killer or RE is in trouble. Why we need it to compare against RE? You like it, buy it. Don't waste time debating, motorcycles are meant for riding.

Really a very nice bike from Hero + Harley a beautiful machine.

I'm looking forward to this... Osm motor bike

Great work sir .. Thanks for all the information . But I have one question like after purchase, who will be providing the service of the bike ? is it in Hero service centre ?

the factor of mileage will play a great role in the competition against its rivals

Even though HERO are launching good motorcycles, what they are currently lacking is giving a good service experience at their own service centre which is an issue that they really need to look after...

All badge difference aside... This is a pretty spectacular bike for the price its being offered on...

I was impressed by the helicopter sitting on the ramp.

Hero has done wonderful job in collaboration with Harley , this all started when Hero launched Xpulse the most affordable ADV in the world, and this is just beginning, many more bikes coming from Hero the Indias biggest two wheeler manufacturing company. Proud to be Indian 🇮🇳🇮🇳🇮🇳🇮🇳🇮🇳

They should start with cruiser... we love bober style from HD.. that's why RE became popular... if they release 450, 600 and 1000cc cruisers they will be huge hit.. it will become big competition for RE in India.. we will also have options to choose

Think Hero motors will use this engine in their upcoming xpulse 440. I hope so... and will certainly buy that as my 2nd bike

Kindly update on after sales service and will Hero take care for after sales Service ?

This looks like a good and capable bike for no matter where you live and ride.

In my opinion This Harley motorcycle is well-suited for the average Indian customer when compared to the Triumph 400. It addresses the demands typically expected by average Indian customers. These demands include a long, straight pillion seat that accommodates the posture in which Indian women often sit, good fuel efficiency, the ability to carry grocery bags on the sides(hooks in the back😂 and many in the handle too) , and long-distance comfort. This Harley motorcycle fulfills all these requirements. In my opinion, this bike is particularly suitable for individuals aged 30 and above who frequently travel/roam around with their family member or children seated at the back( another reasons why the Classic 350 has been incredibly successful). The Triumph motorcycle tend to cater more to the younger generation while this to a mid aged man as a powerful family bike/cruiser etc with widespread Hero Service network.

Waiting for comparison.

Your verbal skills...enhanced its review sir..... you got a nice grip on vocabulary....thats what made this video more charming....😊

I’m honestly happy that there are other options coming in the market than RE. I own a continental gt 650 and trust me it’s pathetic in terms of reliability. One and half year , 15k on the odometer and I’ve been more times to the service centre than on bike rides and mind it i did 15k in approximately 18 months. Gearbox broke at 11k kms Throttle assembly replaced Abs malfunction (still unresolved) Clutch plates replaced Fuel pump replaced Cone set replaced in 6 months of ownership Weird noises come from engine after it heats up at high rpms And lately the bike doesn’t go over 140kmph and when i got it checked at the re center they told me to chance clutch plates, it did make a difference but still bike is not able to do 140+ not that I would cruise at that speed but i need to get what i was promised. And there are literally so many other things with it. Engine lagging on high altitude and the mechanics dont know what’s wrong with the bike. Surely re fixes things under warranty but somehow still manages to charge customers for some parts. I’m tired of this pathetic experience and honestly won’t ever buy an re Maybe i got a manufacturing defect on my bike or maybe it wasn’t in the starts for me to enjoy a made in india 650 twin cylinder. Anyways I’ve met people who have similar issues like the gearbox and it is something re should recall the bikes for which they never did, it’s obviously dangerous gearbox getting stuck on highway might even lock the rear wheel. I was cruising and when i downshifted and rev matched on a curve that’s when the gearbox broke, it’s too risky. I have lost all respect for RE at this point their quality of parts is not consistent from what i have gathered online and talking to fellow twins owners. Wont ever buy an RE in this life. Launch super meteor make classic 650 but make sure to address the underlying problems that’s what I’ve got to say to them. I wasted my money on gt 650 should have bought the honda hness it would have been far more reliable and an enjoyable experience. Trust me guys if dig a little deeper you’ll see this dark side of the twins and RE. At the end u get what u pay for they are offering cheaper twin cylinders than the japs, at first i thought it was taxes now i feel it really is quality being compromised.

im hness owner, and i dont feel any hate on this bike,cuz Hness never makes me feel to get an upgrade so far🙏. cuz for 2.5lac on road,its just an amazing bike with most refined engine and 38-40kmpl,and bluetooth,traction and 140+ top speed. so the bike satisfy what it offers,and atmost itsHONDA💕

It will capture aisan markets as well... I love it🖤

This is a perfect review. Thank you so much!

Good bike,good pricing.Nice review.

Future xpulse 400cc. What a beautiful small Harley bike from Hero.

Feel good factor for any bike enthusiast is there is some vibration happening in market..! Triumph , harley , aprilia , ktm with 400cc’s … Waiting for RE to do wonders in pricing for new Himalayan

I'm an American that also lives in Mexico 🇲🇽 and would love this motorcycle to be here especially for the price. No knock to China but they only Imitate and India innovates.

Nice bike 🤔 The people hating on this bike must be Enfield and h'ness owners.

Thanks for your perspectives. Few quick questions (a) how is the engine heat compared to say a Classic 350 or meteor (b) gearing is short (classic) or tall (CB 350); and (c) Suspension quality ?

Specifications mentioned for this bike are very good, compare to the price they offer. In this price range if you are getting theses features on Harley bike, then go for it.

Perfect entry for indian markets.. built in india.

This bike is fabulous it has everything ❤❤. Now it will be in reliability and availability of parts

Is no one gonna talk about the love that Royal Enfield has received in foreign markets without needing to collaborate with any of these international brands…? That’s truly a testament to an Indian manufacturer’s commitment to quality, and how it has paved the way for other companies to do the same. ❤

I have rented out the X440 for a couple of days. What a fun bike, gets you access to all of its 27hp and 38 nm without complaints. Smooth as butter, just a hint of vibes beyond 5k rpm to let you know it is not meant to be revved out. Great suspension too and fun on winding roads. Had much more carefree fun compared to when I was on the CB350RS / G310GS and the Speed 400. Just wanted to leave this comment here if someone is thinking about how it is and could not judge from a showroom test ride. Try to rent it out if available in your city and have a ball. It sounds great too in the helmet.

Waiting for a drag race, modifying especially the exhaust!😎

The classic 500 had 27.5bhp and 41nm@4000rpm torque.... If RE brings the 500cc engine back, we'll have to say bye bye to Harley Davidson 👋🏻👋🏻

The fact that it’s being called the “most affordable harley” is what might hamper the sales. It’s primordially what went wrong with the nano, might be a similar case with this as well.

The seat height from 5'6'' guy was very helpful. Thanks a lot

Hero Harley nailed the usable power and torque with the long stroke engine that is the DNA of HD motorcycles. It's a daily bike people will love it in the long term. But Triumph speed 400 looks the same like Duke 390 and Dominar 400 that takes lot of difficulty in city rides, to be ridden in first or second gear only because of high RPM.

....@5:50 " Hero done a great job"....now to see for Bajaj.. Triumph, By heart always inclined towards British than American

Great review, thank you. I think the real competition in the RE Classic 500! They are so similarly specced. I would like to see the comparison and ready to offer my 500 for it! I would like to hear your comments.

Hi Rishaad.... happy to see you reviewing my favorite bike.... Regards.... Super Senior.....

The could have added an H as DTL like T in TVS Ronin. You can read both Harley as well as hero with that H

Mody ji really brings out the love, enthusiasm and attention to detail for bikes 👌

Hness is on another level with exhaust sound and Max speed also...

For me the front looks somewhat like a Husqvarna, that's definitely a plus in terms of front profile looks.

Is the riding position similar to Avenger? This would give a good idea on the posture of this bike

The xpulse 400 will have the same engine retuned of course with roughly same power figures.

Hero should make a fully faired sportsbike with this 440cc engine with around 140-145 kg weight

Your English is impeccable!

I am excited to see Harley vs RE Hunter

Looks sexy !! This is aspirational 😍😍 The brand matters and now it will sell like hot cakes😍

so glad for more bikes in the 250 to 400 cc segment. if not anything ktm will stop hiking prices as they please 😄

Awesome review....👍 So, crisp 💫

Only HD can match the engine heart beat of RE.. ❤ sounds amazing

Royal Enfield are the masters Hero is learning from Harley Davidson Bajaj is maturing with Triumph And I am loving it ❤❤❤ Good days ahead for Desi Motorcycle brands.. 😊

the exhaust comes really close to the ground while cornering.

It's a bit of an eye sore visually, the red spark plug cover gives it an obvious Hero bike design, loose cables everywhere, the exhaust finishing can be way better. Also the rear section "air gap" can be taken care of by installing panniers on either side and a big wind screen up front will make this bike look alot more relatable to a HD. For 2.5L INR this is definitely makes a very strong case.

Royal Enfield now got some real competition. Now they can sit back and enjoy. Real development in bike is must

Nice effort from HD

Amazing all. Bikes 🏍

Can it take a 160 section at the rear? If it cud the rear appearance is sorted

Hey is this bike good for absolute beginners?

Max torque kick in just 4k rpm. I guess while riding this machine this is the best thing to have in India.

Looks Impressive!

Trust me this is gonna be a hit in the Indian market coz future meteor and highness buyers would probably gonna consider this in top of them .Lets keep everything aside the looks the performance its just the brand name thats gonna be good enough to consider this people want something new in the market and the name is enough to hit the sales high....

It's looks amazing