Archive · 5 Sep 2026
Royal Enfield Launches Himalayan 440 With 443cc Engine
Royal Enfield has launched a new adventure motorcycle called the Himalayan 440 in India.
It costs ₹2.29 lakh before taxes and registration.
Its 443cc engine makes 25.4 bhp and 34 Nm of torque.
The bike has six gears, with the sixth gear intended to make highway riding smoother.
Its shape and riding position are similar to the older Himalayan 411.
Large wheels and high ground clearance are designed for rough roads and touring.
It also has LED lighting, navigation, a USB Type-C port and switchable two-channel ABS.
Buyers can choose from three colours and add equipment such as panniers, a top box and engine guards.
Royal Enfield launched the Himalayan 440 in India at an introductory ex-showroom price of ₹2.29 lakh.
The motorcycle uses a 443cc single-cylinder engine producing 25.4 bhp and 34 Nm, paired with a six-speed gearbox.
It retains the Himalayan 411’s adventure-bike design and 800mm seat height, while receiving updated chassis, suspension and braking components.
Features include 21-inch front and 17-inch rear spoke wheels, 220mm ground clearance, switchable dual-channel ABS and Tripper navigation.
Bookings opened on September 4, with three colours, touring accessories, a 10-year anniversary badge on initial units and an optional extended seven-year warranty package.
- Who
- Royal Enfield launched the Himalayan 440, with B. Govindarajan commenting on the launch.
- What
- A new adventure motorcycle with a 443cc engine, six-speed gearbox and updated suspension and braking hardware was introduced.
- When
- The launch and booking opening were stated as Friday, September 4; the year was not specified.
- Where
- The motorcycle was launched at the Himalayan Basecamp in Ladakh and will be sold through Royal Enfield dealerships and the company website in India.
- Why
- Royal Enfield said the motorcycle was shaped by rider feedback and intended to be a simple, accessible and uncomplicated adventure tourer.
- Launch price
- ₹2.29 lakh introductory ex-showroom price
- Engine
- 443cc single-cylinder long-stroke engine
- Engine output
- 25.4 bhp at 6,250 rpm and 34 Nm at 4,000 rpm
- Transmission
- Six-speed gearbox with revised ratios for low-speed riding and highway cruising
- Suspension
- 41mm telescopic front forks with 200mm travel and a linkage-type rear monoshock with 180mm travel
- Dimensions
- 220mm ground clearance, 800mm seat height and 15-litre fuel tank
- Warranty
- Standard three-year or 30,000km warranty, with an extended package adding four years or 40,000km, whichever comes first
Sources
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