Royal Enfield has officially launched the Himalayan 440 in India, priced at Rs 2.29 lakh. This launch marks a decade since the first Himalayan bike hit the Indian market. The Himalayan 440 is positioned as a more affordable alternative to the Himalayan 450, with bookings opening on September 4, 2026.
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The Himalayan 440 is based on the Royal Enfield Himalayan 411's design, which was introduced around a decade ago. While the overall styling and features remain similar, the new motorcycle gets a newer engine. It uses the same J-series engine platform as the Royal Enfield Scram 440. The bike retains the rugged look of the original Himalayan but introduces several updates. It features a 443cc single-cylinder, air-cooled Sherpa engine, paired with a six-speed transmission, producing 25.4 bhp and 34 Nm of torque. The adventure focus is evident with a 21-inch front wheel, wire-spoke wheels with tubed tyres, and a suspension setup designed for rough roads. The chassis includes a half-duplex split cradle frame, with a 41mm telescopic front fork offering 200mm of suspension travel and a rear linkage-type monoshock with 180mm travel.
For Nepal buyers, the closest reference in the brand’s current line-up is the Scram 440, with variants priced as follows:
- Trail: Rs 6,89,900
- Scram 440: Rs 6,94,900
- Force: Rs 6,99,900
This places the Himalayan 440 as a likely step above the Scram 440 in positioning, while still sitting below larger adventure models if Royal Enfield eventually brings it here.
The Himalayan 440 also includes modern features like an LED headlight, a digital analog instrument cluster, a Tripper navigation pod, and a Type-C USB charging port. The braking system is equipped with dual-channel ABS, allowing the rear ABS to be switched off when necessary. The bike weighs 199 kg, has a seat height of 800 mm, and a fuel tank capacity of 15 liters. Additional accessories for long-distance travel include panniers, a top box, touring seat, handguards, and engine protection materials.
The motorcycle comes with round ORVMs, a tall windscreen, and is designed for touring. Royal Enfield has not announced Nepal pricing or a Nepal launch plan for this model yet, but the anticipation among adventure biking enthusiasts is high.
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