This upcoming Hero machine will loosely share its mechanicals with the Harley X440 but will have very different styling and features.
The Harley-Davidson X440 has finally been launched in India and Hero is now developing its own product which will be loosely based on the same platform. The Harley X440 was developed right here in India by Hero MotoCorp, with inputs from the Milwaukee-based marque.
- Engine will be shared between the two, but in a different state of tune
- Hero 440 will be more sporty, might be a naked streetfighter
We can estimate that base engine and chassis may be similar but the Hero might have a more sporty focus with 17 inch wheels, more edgy styling and more involving ergonomics. Our sources have also indicated that the Hero 440 will have its own distinct sound which will be different to the H-D X440. Considering that the Hero 440 will target a much younger audience than it’s H-D cousin, it could offer even more features than seen on the X440.
Speaking of the X440, bookings have already commenced through the nationwide Harley network as well as select Hero dealers, where the X440 will be positioned as the most premium model in the showroom.
A few weeks ago, we broke the news of Hero working on multiple premium machines, including the X440, and in that same document there was a silhouette of a naked bike next to the small Harley. This furhter bolsters the idea that the Hero 440cc dervative could follow the form factor of a naked bike. The launch of this upcoming Hero 440 is slated to take place by March 2024.
With inputs from Ketan Thakkar.
Also See:
Harley-Davidson X 440 walkaround video
Harley-Davidson X 440 image gallery