Harley-Davidson X440 review - Harley's answer to the Royal Enfield Classic 350 | Autocar India
HTML-код
- Опубликовано: 28 авг 2024
- With a starting price of Rs 2.29 lakh, the Harley-Davidson X440 is a mouth watering proposition. A quick ride at Hero MotoCorp’s test track reveals that the X440 offers a significantly enhanced version of the much loved RE riding experience. Rishaad Mody shares the experience.
Cameraperson: Pradeep Bhondave
Editor: Siddhesh Kadam
SUBSCRIBE to Autocar India for the hottest automotive news and the most comprehensive reviews ► bit.ly/AutocarInd
Autocar India is your one-stop source for test drive reviews & comparison tests of every new car and motorcycle launched in India. We also offer a great mix of other automotive content, including weekly news, motor show reports, travelogues and other special features.
Website: www.autocarindi...
Facebook: / autocarindiamag
Instagram: / autocar_india
Twitter: / autocarindiamag
New car reviews ►bit.ly/ACI-NewC...
Comparison tests ►bit.ly/ACI-Comp...
New bike reviews ►bit.ly/ACI-Bike...
Features ►bit.ly/ACI-Feat...
#autocarindia #carreview #harleydavidson
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
This is how KTM were saved too.
But, is it a case of much too little much too late
True that's why ALL brands like BMW, Triumph are producing smaller bikes in India.
Actually this is not HD's first low cost Joint venture. They collaborated with a Chinese motor company for sub500cc HD.
It's good that hero's HD doesn't looks and feel similar to that one..
@@SurajSinghTomarAryaI think Triumph Speed 400 is more Europe centric than India Centric.
KTM Bajaj. Triumph Bajaj. BMW TVS. Hero Harley.
It speaks volumes about India and its automotive progress. ❤
Yes . Watershed moment
It would speak volumes, if it had been just Bajaj, TVS and Hero instead of the names that they added IN FRONT to their own.
TVS released the same bike under their name. Apache RR310 and the BME G310RR are the same bike different brands.
Import duty left the chat
All competing 1 company. You know who
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 will make Harleys reliable! :);)
Royal Enfield fan detected 😂
@@subhadeeppodderBrand loyalty is for losers amirite
@@M4NA5There should not be any brand loyalty when giving an opinion about other brands.
Neutral opinions are well received.
And that's all you had to say right
Hero still didn't forget its signature - "that red spark plug cover"😂😂
Nice observation
Good one... 😅😅
👌😅 पार की नजर
😂👍
Some identity toh ham bhi daalenge...🤣🤣
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.
Very true 😂
Riyal😂
bro people who loves RE wil always go for it;RE is just love
You might be right. RE's had a good few years with no significant rivals in their segment. Competition is necessary to keep them on their toes. In the end, we the consumer win :D
RE needs a good rival to make them competitive, And I believe these 2 bikes will give them that. Eicher motors share price says it well
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.
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.
You'll deserve to ride a Harley given you have money to buy it. With Hero, you ride a Hero.
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.
There is nothing retro about hness except for the looks. For retro "feel" only Enfield gave authentic experience. Honda's mistake was to launch in 350cc and not at least 400cc. As this bike will be available at all Hero showrooms unlike hness this eat Honda's sales. Many people feel 350cc to underpowered and bikes like this are filling the vaccum of Classic 500.
👍 agreed!
Meteor is definitely not a fuss free bike. Too many quality and maintenance issues.
RE service centers are also looting customer.
@@ParthMaru11 agree on the last sentence
Honda engines are much more refined than RE, these new bikes looks like sprots check the rear sections, classic and cb350 has its own Retro design charm
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...
Only time will tell as the looks are not retro and those who want to enjoy feel of retro will go for RE
@@unnikundal4883 yeah...but I think Indian market is not like Europe or US to buy bike based on vintage looks only..you know jawa they tried the same but not much sucess they had in this.. one thing RE always enjoyed is their cult following..and triumph an Harley also a legendary names as RE in motorcycle market....RE never invested that much R&D in the the past..last 10 years they are investing in R&D due to market demand and competition..but in opposite Triumph or Harley had years and years of experience in design bikes and engines for different capacities...just watch the confidence of triumph in speed 400 having service interval of 16000 km....
@@hemanthjayaramareddy1100 the technology is good but more technology comes in it's likely to increase chances of increase in cost of maintenance moreover RE offers complete metal package which is rarely offered by other brands
Whenever any bike comes, people say RE is in Danger but later those bikes disappear. It doesn't mean those are worse bikes than RE. The main reason for this kind of sale of RE bikes is the availability of service and outlets in every part of India.
@@bikalparanjansahoo8814 agreed there are companies which provide better technology but RE is something which is very close to Indian hearts as it's even used by Indian army and in republic day parades where nearly 15 to 20 person perform on single bike which we cannot imagine on other bikes
Only matter now is the after market service. The bike is just stunning
Thats not a question. Hero's handling that.
Man then it would be gr8
Hero & Harley will kill RE monopoly market 🌝🌝🌝🌝😁😁😁
With Hero, Bike gets 1 year older automatically on every service.
Kudos to Hero and Bajaj for stepping up the game🇮🇳❤️
Yep both done amazing deals to uplift the Indian bike market
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.
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. 👏👏👏.
Yeppp 💯
Lekin harley toh india se chali gayi thi na
they just left india due to corrpution and impossible lbour laws, in case you dont remember they had a plant near manesar which they just got up and left one fine day.
@@KamleshDesai dude get your facts correct. Harley Davidson didn't leave India, due to corruption. But because of low sales and high price of their bikes. That's why, collaborating with Hero, now they are making affordable bikes, to compete with Royal Enfield. This bike is the result of this effort.
Funny man. Sales were global from India not just Mumbai and Chennai. My reasons are solid and I wonder what they are manufacturing in Thailand? Balloons?
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 ❤️
Hero lives up to its name. Feeling proud that Indian motorcycle companies are pulling off remarkable feats
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 .
Gonna cruise the segment ❤
People calling it for what it is ain’t hating, dude. It’s a Hero at the end of the day. Decent bike nonetheless but it needs to prove itseld against RE and Honda. Also the after sales service is still a big question mark.
@@M4NA5prove against royal Enfield 😂😂😂. RE is a unreliable brand
Yes, the keyboard riders always hate. they talk about spec while owning activa or a splender.
@@M4NA5prove against royal Enfield 😂😂😂. RE is a unreliable brand
This bike is actually the Splendor of Harley davidson universe.....
It's actually a great bike.And honestly this is my top pick bike between Highness and Meteor.
Nah. It's not worthy
@@Gamexooziwhy would you say that
@@soumyabrotokarmakar9887Even I'm waiting for his explanation.
TBH till now what i have heard on different review videos... this looks good. The performance is the good part only thing is people might re-think when it comes to the looks. Again looks are subjective so it depends on user to user. I am an RE fan but this looks good to me only thing i didnt like is the looks.
Engine is way better than vibrator and highness.
Gone is Hero Honda, now it's Hero Harley
He Ha
No more He Ho
Friendship ended with Honda, now Harley is my best friend
Lol
Hero Davidson
I like this exhaust more than those shiny ones. I like the shape also.
Yeah exactly bro i too can't figure out what's wrong with the design of this exhaust 😵💫
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!!
Bajaj and Triumph has nailed the pricing of the Speed 400 🥰
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.
💯
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 😢
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
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.
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!
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.
Well said
I turned 30 last week and surprisingly I am inclined to conclude the same as you. A year ago, I would have gone with the 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 ❤🎉
Perfect entry for indian markets.. built in india.
I think I have made my mind over RE to the X400, thank you Autocad.❤
All badge difference aside... This is a pretty spectacular bike for the price its being offered on...
the factor of mileage will play a great role in the competition against its rivals
No it wont splendorson
35. Kmpl is not vad
@@kunjithapatham524Get RE son😂
As long as it's around 30 people would be happy imo
Can't forget it's a 440cc engine. Anything above 25 kmpl is an achievement.
Royal Enfield now got some real competition. Now they can sit back and enjoy. Real development in bike is must
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. ❤
RE is British by birth...😂...just that it got acquired by an Indian company.....shifted their base to India..and got Indian citizenship 😂
Design, tech and upgrades over the years are all Indian!
I was impressed by the helicopter sitting on the ramp.
Which part of the video?
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 🇮🇳🇮🇳🇮🇳🇮🇳🇮🇳
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 ✨✨🤩
It will capture aisan markets as well... I love it🖤
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💕
That bike is a practical delight
Why to hate this bike?
@@sky.1505check the whole comment section you will understand
You need to go on lower gear in hard city traffic, whereas no much gear change on re classic.
@@aelredsaizar7976 yes even on higher speed rev too you don't have to change gear in RE,cuz there's nothing like higher speed in RE.
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...
This bike is fabulous it has everything ❤❤. Now it will be in reliability and availability of parts
Hero is managing it so Don't worry 😎😎😎😎
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.
This looks like a good and capable bike for no matter where you live and ride.
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
Nope
They already tried that once and left India
Your verbal skills...enhanced its review sir..... you got a nice grip on vocabulary....thats what made this video more charming....😊
Really a very nice bike from Hero + Harley a beautiful machine.
Already became my dream bike 😍
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.
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.
Finally Royal Enfield Aaya market me and Harley Davidson AA Gaya Apne aukad me
Love u RE
Nice bike 🤔 The people hating on this bike must be Enfield and h'ness owners.
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💕
@@LoofusHubThat's good bro, I think one can appreciate a good product even they own another product. This Harley is very good and so is Hness and Enfield.
I am a meteor 350 owner and I too like this bike. I still prefer meteors look and the low riding position of it, but I really like the engine of this bike. Anyways, overall, I will prefer RE only because of serviceability and easy availability of parts.
@@SurajSinghTomarArya i accept and love most brands,but I'm not into RE. I never felt a refinement from it's engine so far and the 350cc engine never reflects on it's performance and even meteor gives vibration once it cross 80. RE have to work more on there engine ig in future they will do it. Still Japanese engines are way better compared to Indian builds,like Suzuki and Honda😑
This honestly is so incredible, so excited for this and speed 400
Max torque kick in just 4k rpm. I guess while riding this machine this is the best thing to have in India.
Waiting for a drag race, modifying especially the exhaust!😎
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.
Harley is on the edge of bankruptcy because their customers are old people. They need this money with affordable bikes to attract youth
loyalists will never stray.
But India is different,
I am confused to buy this or Triumph Speed or a used/New Car like Kwid/Readygo😂😂... We exist.. I couldn't even buy Nano... There's always us..
So yeah, People like Me will be so happy to not spend 7L for the cheapest HD anymore 😅
Future xpulse 400cc.
What a beautiful small Harley bike from Hero.
Your English is impeccable!
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 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 👋🏻👋🏻
Seems impossible though
RE now focused on 650cc engines...So 500 cc days are over
Even the bring back 500 the price would be 3 lakh as the wouldn’t like classic 350 price close to 500. HD played the same game as RE give old technology with cheap price. Hero is even better in cost cutting than RE. Now waiting for bajaj tieup with triumph.
😂😂😂😂
Have you lost your brains 😂
Even with big numbers that engine barely reached 120
And the time from 80-120 was like 7-8 seconds 😂
That UC just felt like it was going to shatter anytime soon!
Let’s bring that Hathi and race it with this beast!
Trst me u will be shocked n at the same time ashamed to what u speak about 500 😂
Lol 350 cost same as Harley 😂😂19 bhp
Kindly update on after sales service and will Hero take care for after sales Service ?
1. It should have central stand -- it's needed to work on Chains and also to wash or wipe it well at home
2. Back Rest & Windshield is a must
3. Seat needs to be reworked with more cushioning & comfort.
4. It's a must to have a Digital Dashboard with maps displayed from Mobile
Hness is on another level with exhaust sound and Max speed also...
....@5:50 " Hero done a great job"....now to see for Bajaj.. Triumph,
By heart always inclined towards British than American
Lol😂
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.
Nice Representation..! 👌
Well Done..! 👍🏻
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 ?
Rode very early in the morning to be able to tell anything about heat. Gearing is nicely spaced out. Sixth is a tall cruising gear
Engine heat is definitely much lesser than the classic 350 after a ride of 30 min( both). Working in hero R&D...
Mody ji really brings out the love, enthusiasm and attention to detail for bikes 👌
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
Only HD can match the engine heart beat of RE.. ❤ sounds amazing
The xpulse 400 will have the same engine retuned of course with roughly same power figures.
Not really... 400cc and 440cc... Big difference. Btw both the bikes have different engine
@@shubhamsaha4057 either way we'll be getting an xpulse 400 which is awesome news for our Indian motorcycle community.
@@ascaniomarak1561 indeed
Hero should make a fully faired sportsbike with this 440cc engine with around 140-145 kg weight
Already in the pipeline 😉 will be launched by the end of this year
But if u r making a 440cc bike, u can't have less kerb weight!!! Especially between 140-150kgs. At top speed the machine will fly 😂 it has to be made a little heavier
Harley,Triumph are aspirational and hence special. Lets see how these affordable ones turn out.
Why isnt anyone comparing this to Hunter 350. It's a clear market rival in terms of looks and specs. Are they afraid that sparking such a debate will only ruin their reputation?
Good bike,good pricing.Nice review.
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.
Seriously? I too own tbts500 and this one looks quite amazing though
driving posture is commanding, i like it.
In the last, the exhaust took me.... Fabulous... Surely want to have this beast...
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.. 😊
so glad for more bikes in the 250 to 400 cc segment. if not anything ktm will stop hiking prices as they please 😄
Customer of KTM is mostly young population (biggest market) that's why.
Waiting for comparison.
A rebatched Hero .... Proud to be Made in India product
Looks sexy !! This is aspirational 😍😍 The brand matters and now it will sell like hot cakes😍
Hi Rishaad.... happy to see you reviewing my favorite bike.... Regards.... Super Senior.....
Hey Rahul. Good ol JGI days
need most for lights to add a top box. move the light down to the rear wheel holder as does xsr, HD sportster etc.
Watching this in my 6 years old broken Redmi phone. Nice bike. Kidney touching bike. 💔💔
the exhaust comes really close to the ground while cornering.
Compairing each and every point with classic is the proof of supremacy of royal enfield
Another attempt by Harley in a challenging market! Let's wait and see how things will unfold
The seat height from 5'6'' guy was very helpful. Thanks a lot
Hey is this bike good for absolute beginners?
What could be the mileage?? Plz reply
For me the front looks somewhat like a Husqvarna, that's definitely a plus in terms of front profile looks.
Every one has bike choice's Which they are Comfortable with , But Made In India Bikes Collaborate With Overseas brands Makes Us Proud to Ride with which every bike brand is it's about rivalry in Bike Segment and Brands but can differ in price for Reliability and Comfort for Indians.
These overseas brands need to trap Indian market that's why tie up, so they have only R&D, they won't afford to risk money & produce, all this can be sorted out by Indian cos without wasting time.
My initial feeling is that Indian do not like high revving engines, they like clam and stress free engine. And I feel Harley has understood it. Triumph is high revving bike, may not be liked by all. And after all Indian are obsessed with classic bikes. Harley might actually outsell triumph even after being expensive
Royal Enfield has now got some competition. However, Harley's maintenance will be a big question.
Think Hero motors will use this engine in their upcoming xpulse 440. I hope so... and will certainly buy that as my 2nd bike
Maintenance cost ? Service experience?