Harley-Davidson X440T – 440cc Neo-Retro Roadster, 27 PS & 35 km/l
Harley-Davidson has just dropped the updated 2025 X440T variant in India, making the iconic American brand even more accessible! Priced aggressively from ₹2.59 lakh (ex-showroom), the new X440T gets premium spoke wheels, tubeless tyres, richer paint options, and more standard features while retaining the same punchy 440cc oil-cooled engine co-developed with Hero MotoCorp. With 27 PS power, 38 Nm torque, and a claimed mileage of up to 35 km/l, the X440T perfectly blends classic Harley styling with modern practicality — now ready to take on Royal Enfield Classic 350, Honda CB350, and Jawa 42, and even the Triumph Speed 400.
Key Highlights:
✅ 440cc single-cylinder oil/air-cooled engine – 27 PS @ 6,000 rpm, 38 Nm @ 4,000 rpm
✅ Mileage: ~35 km/l (claimed), 32–34 km/l real-world
✅ Top Speed: 135–140 km/h (tested)
✅ Dual-channel ABS standard on top variant
✅ Spoke wheels with tubeless tyres (new for 2025)
✅ Features: Full-LED lighting, Bluetooth TFT display, USB-C charging, glide-through-traffic mode
✅ Launch Price: ₹2.59 lakh – ₹2.99 lakh (ex-showroom India)
Design & Build Quality
The 2025 X440T gets classic roadster looks with round LED headlamp, teardrop 13.5-litre fuel tank, single-piece quilted seat, and new dual-tone paint schemes (Matte Black, Baja Orange, Grey), and now blacked-out spoke wheels with tubeless tyres for easier puncture repair. At 190.5 kg kerb weight, it feels planted yet manageable. Riding posture is relaxed with mid-set footpegs and wide handlebar — perfect for city cruising and weekend highway rides.
Engine & Performance
The 440cc long-stroke single-cylinder engine is super smooth thanks to a balancer shaft. Power delivery is strong from 2,000 rpm, making city riding effortless. 0–100 km/h comes up in around 9 seconds, and the engine loves cruising at 100–120 km/h in 6th gear all day. Gearbox is slick, heat management is excellent even in traffic, and the exhaust note has that signature Harley thump.
Mileage & Fuel Efficiency
Harley claims 35 km/l, real-world testers are getting 32–34 km/l in mixed conditions. With a 13.5-litre tank, you can easily achieve 400–450 km range — brilliant for a Harley!
Suspension, Brakes & Handling
- Front: 43 mm USD forks (gold finish on top variant)
- Rear: Twin gas-charged shocks with preload adjustment
- Brakes: 320 mm front + 240 mm rear disc, dual-channel ABS (standard on Denim & top variant)
- Tyres: MRF Nylorex 100/90-18 front, 140/70-17 rear
The bike handles potholes and broken roads confidently, leans beautifully into corners, and feels stable at triple-digit speeds.
Features & Technology
- 3.5-inch round TFT display with Bluetooth, turn-by-turn navigation, call/SMS alerts
- Full LED lighting
- USB Type-C charging port
- Three variants: Denim (base), Vivid variant has analogue + small LCD), S, and top-spec
Price & Variants (ex-showroom India)
- X440 Denim → ₹2.59 lakh
- X440 Vivid → ₹2.79 lakh
- X440 S (spoke wheels, dual-tone, TFT, dual-channel ABS) → ₹2.99 lakh
On-road price ranges from ₹2.95 lakh to ₹3.40 lakh depending on state.
Final Verdict
The 2025 Harley-Davidson X440T is now the best value Harley you can buy in India — proper American badge, relaxed cruiser vibe, modern reliability, excellent mileage, and now tubeless spoke wheels. It comfortably beats the Royal Enfield Classic 350 on refinement and features while matching the Jawa/Yezdi vibe at a similar price. If you want a head-turning neo-retro roadster with legendary branding and don’t want to spend ₹4–5 lakh on a bigger Harley, the X440T is an absolute no-brainer in 2025.