The Chennai-based bikemaker Royal Enfield is gearing up for the launch of a new and more affordable adventure motorcycle, the Himalayan 440. It is scheduled to launch on September 4th and just before the official launch, images have become viral online which show this motorcycle at a dealership depot. The new motorcycle will be based on the Scram 440 and will use the same LS440 engine.
The new Royal Enfield Himalayan 440 is all set to be launched in India on September 4, 2026. What’s interesting is that the launch of this motorcycle will coincide with the 10th anniversary of the original Himalayan 411. The motorcycle is expected to be unveiled at the Royal Enfield Himalayan Basecamp in Leh, Ladakh.
Now, just ahead of its official launch, the Himalayan 440 has already started reaching dealerships. The images shared online show the motorcycle at a showroom depot and also reveal some important details which include its rear design and instrument cluster. The new motorcycle is expected to be positioned below the Himalayan 450. And it will target buyers looking for a more affordable adventure motorcycle.
In terms of design, the Himalayan 440 is expected to look very similar to the older Himalayan 411. The latest images show a functional-looking rear section with a similar tail lamp, indicators, rear fender, circular ORVMs and an upswept exhaust design. The tall windscreen and functional switchgear are also expected to remain similar to the Himalayan 411.
The overall design theme of this motorcycle will be more focused on practicality rather than aggressive styling. This will also make the motorcycle more suitable for riders who regularly take their bikes on rough roads and trails. The Himalayan 440 is expected to get long-travel suspension and similar braking hardware. Meanwhile, the rider’s triangle will also be designed with touring and off-road riding in mind.
One of the biggest details revealed by the recently shared images of the Himalayan 440 is the new twin-pod instrument cluster. The first large circular pod houses an analogue speedometer along with an LCD screen. This screen is expected to display information such as fuel level, trip details, gear position, RPM and other riding data.
Meanwhile, there is a second pod which houses the Tripper Screen. It will provide features such as Bluetooth connectivity, smartphone/app connectivity and turn-by-turn navigation. This is different from the Himalayan 411, which had a four-pod instrument cluster as standard.
The 411 also had a five-pod setup when it was equipped with the optional Tripper Screen. The new twin-pod setup will give the Himalayan 440 a cleaner and more modern-looking cockpit. However, it will still retain the navigation functionality that is useful for long-distance touring.
It was reported earlier that the Himalayan 440 could get cross-spoke wheels. However, the unit that has now reached the dealership features regular wire-spoke wheels. The Himalayan 450 gets cross-spoke wheels that are compatible with tubeless tyres.
There is a possibility that the cross-spoke setup could be reserved for higher-spec variants of the Himalayan 440. However, Royal Enfield has not officially confirmed the variant-wise wheel specifications yet.
Coming to the main highlight of the Himalayan 440, this motorcycle is expected to use the same LS440 engine that is currently seen in the Scram 440. This is a 443cc, single-cylinder, SOHC, two-valve, air/oil-cooled engine.
It produces 25.4 bhp and 34 Nm of torque and comes paired with a 6-speed gearbox. The engine is known for its strong low-end torque and relaxed nature. And this should suit the Himalayan 440’s touring and off-road character.
Compared to the Himalayan 411, the additional torque will make the new motorcycle more capable when riding with luggage or tackling difficult terrain. The engine will also give it enough performance for highway touring while retaining the low-speed tractability required for off-road riding.
The Himalayan 440 is expected to use a steel frame with a telescopic front fork and monoshock at the rear. One of the major differences compared to the Scram 440 will be its larger 21-inch front wheel.
The larger front wheel will help the motorcycle tackle broken roads, muddy trails and rocky surfaces more easily. It will also be useful on long-distance rides through the Himalayas, where riders can encounter rough roads, stones and water crossings.
The current Himalayan 450 is priced between around Rs 3.08 lakh and Rs 3.40 lakh (ex-showroom). As for the upcoming Himalayan 440, it is expected to be considerably more affordable. Most likely, it will carry an expected price of around Rs 2.50 lakh (ex-showroom). This will position it between the Scram 440 and Himalayan 450 and could make it an attractive option for buyers who want an adventure motorcycle but do not want to spend over Rs 3 lakh.
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