We have seen the Himalayan 440 testing on Indian roads, along with several images and reports about the motorcycle. Now, after all the waiting, the motorcycle is finally here. Royal Enfield has launched the Himalayan 440 in India at Rs 2.29 lakh (ex-showroom).
The Himalayan name has been around for a decade. The first Himalayan 411 became popular with riders who wanted a simple motorcycle for long trips, bad roads and some off-road riding. The new 440 follows that basic recipe but gets a bigger engine and some useful updates.
A familiar adventure bike
The first thing we noticed during the walkaround is the size and shape of the motorcycle. It has a tall stance, a large front wheel and a simple body design. The main design bits include:
- Round LED headlamp
- High-mounted front mudguard
- Long fuel tank
- Spoke wheels
- Upswept exhaust
- Large rear carrier
- Adventure-style body panels
There are three colour options: Sela Black, Mustang Brown and Nelong White. The first batch also gets a special 10th anniversary badge on the fuel tank.
Engine and gearbox
The biggest mechanical change is the 443cc single-cylinder engine. It makes 26 PS at 6,250rpm and 34 Nm at 4,000rpm.
The engine is paired with a six-speed gearbox. Royal Enfield has also worked on the gearbox ratios to make low-speed riding easier and highway cruising more relaxed.
Engine details –
| Specification | Himalayan 440 |
|---|---|
| Engine | 443cc, single-cylinder |
| Power | 26 PS |
| Torque | 34 Nm |
| Gearbox | 6-speed |
| Bore x Stroke | 81mm x 86mm |
| Fuel system | Electronic fuel injection |
| Clutch | Wet multi-plate |
The engine uses a long-stroke setup and Royal Enfield says NVH levels have also been improved.
Built for rough roads
The Himalayan 440 gets a 21-inch front wheel and a 17-inch rear wheel. This setup is useful on broken roads and trails.
The suspension hardware includes 41mm telescopic front forks with 200mm travel. At the rear, there is a linkage-type monoshock with 180mm travel. Ground clearance stands at 220mm, while the seat height is 800mm.
The motorcycle also gets:
- 300mm front disc with a two-piston calliper
- 240mm rear disc
- Dual-channel ABS
- Switchable rear ABS
- 15-litre fuel tank
- 199kg kerb weight
- 1,460mm wheelbase
The spoke wheels use tube-type tyres, with a 90/90-21 tyre at the front and a 120/90-17 tyre at the rear.
Simple cockpit
The cockpit has a different feel from the Himalayan 450. There is no large TFT screen here. Instead, the Himalayan 440 uses an analogue-digital instrument cluster with a separate Tripper navigation unit. There is also a USB Type-C charging port.
This makes the console easy to read without adding too much visual clutter.
Touring equipment
Royal Enfield is also offering several accessories for riders who plan to use the bike for longer trips. These include:
- Hard panniers
- Top box
- Touring seat
- Adventure handguards
- Engine guards
- Oil-cooler guard
- Luggage mounts
The motorcycle also gets a top box mount that can carry up to 7kg.
Price and warranty
The Royal Enfield Himalayan 440 costs Rs 2.29 lakh ex-showroom. Bookings opened on September 4, 2026, through dealerships and Royal Enfield’s online platform.
There is also a seven-year extended warranty package. It adds four years or 40,000km over the standard warranty, whichever comes first.
Verdict
After seeing the bike up close, the Himalayan 440 makes a strong case for riders who want a straightforward adventure motorcycle. It has useful hardware, a larger 443cc engine and a simple cockpit without going too far into electronics.
The price also puts it below the Himalayan 450, making the 440 an interesting option for riders who prefer the older Himalayan character with some modern updates.