Harley-Davidson X440 | First Ride Impressions | Part 1

[@HareKrsnaHareRama]

I grew up in Milwaukee where Harley company is located, now retired in India. After test ride at Sai Hero in Bangalore, booked and waiting. Best of both worlds USA design and India built, Hero has 5 yr warranty and awesome service (Xpulse owner) plus riding a Harley is the dream come true.

[@bigbearbangalore]

🙌 thanks for sharing.

[@AshwinAithal--Ashli]

What an amazingly hilarious take on a simple motorcycle review ! Unique but still managed to cover all the major points and that too without showing any unnecessary ride footage. Brilliant!! ❤

[@bigbearbangalore]

Glad you liked it! Many thanks. 🙏

[@abhishek3398]

I've noticed reviewers having their initial opinions changed and a big smile after riding this bike. They didn't have enough of it and ended up booking it. Hero must have done some cost cutting but they did keep the motorcycling experience as good as ever. You guys must've had a blast riding it as well. Can't wait to get my hands on it as well.

[@bigbearbangalore]

Yes. I was a bit skeptical and post the ride, a fan.

[@fieryspy6414]

Yeah the black paint hero seems to be using is really bad. They seem to have used the same paint on the trellis frame of the Karizma and the x440. Both look bad because of which the build quality also looks kinda iffy. Same with the welds on the frame. But at the end of the day when youre riding and youre gliding through the road, the motor is what speaks to you and Hero seems to have done a fantastic job of making an actual Royal Enfield competitor while still staying true to the Harely name in terms of the character of the engine.

[@bigbearbangalore]

@fieryspy6414 let's see if the finish improves with the next batch. And well said about the overall ride and engine.

[@renegade7565]

Got goosebumps when you were talking about a cruiser version. As an Avenger rider tired of waiting for Avenger 400, I'll go for that in a heartbeat!!

[@bigbearbangalore]

👍

[@sudhansuranjanmohapatra6429]

You guys make us feel good describing the attributes of the bikes you review ❤

[@bigbearbangalore]

🙏🙏🙏🙂

[@CowKora]

Lovely editing Bosky. One of the best reviews. Looking forward for much more.

[@bigbearbangalore]

Cheers!

[@user-bm2gb2pn6h]

Yes !! Was figuring out wat to watch while eating lunch, now i forgot what I ate 😂 !! This is exactly what the 500cc classic should have been. Perfect one bike " to (almost) rule them all " only gripe is the pricing ...crosses 3 lac !! (Of that KA RTO takes nearly 60k in road tax and cess.. ridiculous !!!)

[@bigbearbangalore]

😀 yes the 500cc J would have been something like this. And yes it’s a bit pricey.

[@somnathdey158]

Don't watch anything while eating eat slowly and chew thoroughly.

[@sibarshisdutta]

Saw it on the street once near Indiranagar. It sounds good but design wise, it looks like an unfinished engineering project that has a lot of potential but needs improvement.

[@bigbearbangalore]

Yes the design comes across a bit quirky in the beginning and it grew upon me after a while.

[@user-bm2gb2pn6h]

Haven't seen any of it, saw couple of Triumph 400 but no x440 !! Hope it does good numbers .

[@AhamedHanifa]

Fantastic and thorough review! For example, not a single reviewer has touched upon the stopper in the fuel tank in their reviews of this bike.

[@bigbearbangalore]

Happy to hear you enjoyed watching. Thanks.

[@vibhupande]

Nicely done, gentlemen! In Part 2, can you pls try cover the experience with pillion on bumpy roads (pls comment on the lack of a subframe too), plus the performance of those tires in muddy conditions.

[@bigbearbangalore]

Thanks. Will check on this possibility. Thanks for the suggestion. Regards.

[@nischals510]

I really think a well designed back rest will vastly improve the looks on the rear.

[@bigbearbangalore]

Yes and am sure there'll be a backrest as an accessory available soon.

[@meninodsouza6538]

Loved the format and the camaraderie, looking forward to part 2

[@bigbearbangalore]

Thanks. Cheers!

[@hormazdirani1431]

So happy to have your review, at last, also to have your validation for something I am interested for myself. Maybe this one is for keeps.

[@bigbearbangalore]

Hope you enjoy it!

[@Vikrum_]

This was fun, your videos are zen and so simple.

[@bigbearbangalore]

Thanks! 🙏

[@sarbjeet2684]

I love the way you guys describe this machine……

[@bigbearbangalore]

🙏👍

[@Vidya618]

Am planning tp buy one and just watching reciews before my test ride, but after watching your reviews, i think am at ease now , thank you. Rgds Arun

[@bigbearbangalore]

Best wishes.

[@twowheeledparadox]

The auto-headlight and console colour change from the light theme to the dark theme is better implemented in the 2017-2023 390 Duke (gen 2). As soon as you enter a dark area, it switches from the DRL mode to the main headlight and from light to dark mode. However, when you get back into a bright area like after exiting a tunnel or underpass, it does not immediately switch back. There is clearly a hysterisis programmed into this and it switches back only after several seconds. This way it does not flip flop all the time.

[@bigbearbangalore]

👍🙂

[@surendarmohan9878]

I'm glad you gave all the credit x440 needed.

[@bigbearbangalore]

👍🙏

[@jacobjp5799]

the side stand part mentioned is true it is delicate, i had ridden one which was dropped by previous riderr since he had lost his footing, (the previous rider story aside) what happened is motorcycle shut down(soft shut down ) and the display showed side stand down (in red), it required Harley sales rep to instruct over phone to me (which was easy for me to execute the process) awsome guy to get the motorcycle to start again a 'soft' sidestand kick on lumpy road also the side stand down error croped up too giving a soft engine off (almost like there is no fuel cutoff feel) The ride is awsome my shoulder is more open or free for me which is new awsome feel . other part is the rear shocks are very nice from OE (RE are too stiff from showroom M350) but it bounce me off the seat on lumpy road (yeah i was quick) ride is comfortable (on short test ride)which was surprising the seat is lengthy for a actual humans can sit behind (almost) various pot belly humans can sit without belly pressed behind my back gear shift are slick and with positive click/almost like a ratcheting wrench (70tooth type)

[@bigbearbangalore]

Thanks for sharing so much detail. Regards.

[@vinaysindhe]

Can we have a video on the background of Bosky and CK? how u guys met, what u do and so on ?

[@bigbearbangalore]

The two are just a couple goofy old foggies having a good time. No plan, no script, no agenda. Just a motorcycle and a mobile phone. 🙂

[@smax13]

Awesome review guys, hilarious and informative.

[@bigbearbangalore]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@MohitSingh-r7j8y]

I am truly a fan . Firstly a fan of Bosky and CK. This was the first vlog i have seen of yours and you guys are totally amazing. Now secondly i am also a fan of this Bike and already have booked it. Got the message today itself of deliveries happening after 15th Oct.

[@bigbearbangalore]

Thanks. And congrats on the impending purchase. Best wishes.

[@soumenpaul7544]

Would be nice to have a ADV with this engine. This and the ADV could well turn out to be the RE killer given RE's recent love for less vibes and high revs..

[@bigbearbangalore]

👍

[@raki123ish]

Was eagerly waiting for this

[@bigbearbangalore]

Hope you were entertained. 🙂🙏

[@vinaynaik6474]

Awesome review....u guys really jazz it ( better than rocking it )

[@bigbearbangalore]

Thanks.

[@prathamsoni90]

Where is our Part 2? waiting for it.

[@bigbearbangalore]

In the works. Later this month.

[@premswarooppaul1109]

Superb and unbiased review.

[@bigbearbangalore]

Glad you liked it!

[@kalyansankardawn5188]

You guys missed the servicing topic ... how easy it would be to service this vehicle, the Hero service centres would do it?

[@bigbearbangalore]

We'll pick up on that in Part 2 of the video.

[@jenishngl]

​@@bigbearbangaloreBTW when is the part 2 coming?

[@bigbearbangalore]

@jenishngl sometime next month perhaps.

[@taruns031]

I enjoyed your bike reviews ❤

[@bigbearbangalore]

👍🙏

[@sunilbalan4098]

On a serious note, if hero had to put this engine or the karizma engine into the xpulse would be fab na

[@bigbearbangalore]

This engine is a low revving thumper and may not suit the Xp. The Zmr engine may suit better.

[@ashvin25]

Lovely review! Harley made in India, Harley made for India! From where to where, awesome 👍🏽👍🏽

[@bigbearbangalore]

🙏👍

[@mostlysunny4u]

It is really good to see your balanced review and giving due to others as well. I have seen some folks whom I respected before but now feels like they are sponsored. Respect you 🫡

[@bigbearbangalore]

🙏

[@siddharthshekhawat5502]

U two are too good😂😂

[@bigbearbangalore]

😊🙏

[@ajaynadkarni4847]

You both are too good. Subscribed ❤💐

[@bigbearbangalore]

🙇‍♂️

[@shahminhajuddin]

Very interesting perspectives

[@bigbearbangalore]

Glad you think so!

[@rahul___k]

When is the part 2 coming?

[@bigbearbangalore]

Mid November

[@rahul___k]

@@bigbearbangalore still waiting for part 2

[@bigbearbangalore]

Delayed due to vehicle non-availability and I've been busy with my work last few weeks.

[@naveenbhat1930]

Good one, this bike basically fills the void created by the absence of RE 500cc ......RE should consider bringing it back in the J avatar.....

[@bigbearbangalore]

Exactly!!

[@MK1985-z7k]

Bosky actual name is ?

[@abhishekjmadan]

His real name is HELLLOOOOOO

[@bigbearbangalore]

😃

[@vishwasv9623]

Please make part 2 want to know more as I have booked this bike..

[@bigbearbangalore]

Yes, soon.

[@KK-sr5py]

Can you please make a review for Yezdi bikes

[@bigbearbangalore]

Will check on this possibility.

[@Jinx027]

Really confused between a new Harley and a friend's second hand Interceptor 650. Any recommendations?

[@bigbearbangalore]

The conundrum!! The Inty is a lot more fun on good roads. Not great in heavy traffic and commuting. The X440 is lighter and nimbler and not as powerful obviously. Great all rounder.

[@maanavdj3810]

*need your thoughts on the Apache rtr 310 sir!* 🙌 *love your content!*

[@bigbearbangalore]

Am sorry am not familiar with sport motorcycles. Thanks!

[@daprak84]

is part 2 available

[@bigbearbangalore]

Not yet

[@daprak84]

@@bigbearbangalore I have booked it and waiting for delivery so exploring !!!! found Himalayan bit to top heavy and not that easy to handle while not riding !!! was blown over by the ride on the Harley X440 test ride 🤩🤩🤩

[@sanatanisanjeevni]

Hi ,which color looks good matte black or glossy red/grey

[@bigbearbangalore]

The grey is top end variant. The red is mid variant and looks smashing.

[@aryadebmondal]

Excited to own this baby 🤩

[@bigbearbangalore]

Congrats!

[@mallikarjunhagargi7830]

So far hero or Harley have No information on below: Accessories kit RSA and HOG is optional or not Service costs after first 3 free service Sir any idea please share your thoughts in short video

[@bigbearbangalore]

Will do when I come to know. Thanks.

[@Vishnuvkammath]

Is this Scott cycling jersey? Is this value for money or over priced?

[@bigbearbangalore]

Scott motorcycle jersey. 'Value' of an item is a personal opinion.

[@kruzerblade4740]

my take: The Harley Davidson X440 is Harley Davidson's Americana tribute to the entire 500 cc lineup from Royal Enfield. It is effectively the Indo-Americanised version of the Bullet 500, Classic 500, and Thunderbird 500 combined.

[@bigbearbangalore]

👍🙏

[@intercepted661]

True. Perfect step up for someone not interested in investing in a re 350.

[@karthikeyan2433]

Sir whats your opinion about the honda cb300f vs 350rs which one is better for daily usage.

[@bigbearbangalore]

Depends on what type of posture and engine character you like. Ride and choose.

[@karthikeyan2433]

Okay sir

[@santosh8k-n5x]

I'm currently using Classic 350 2018 dual discbrake version, does it worth upgrading to 440x -Not a heavy rider -Need good pick up and comfort

[@bigbearbangalore]

Take a test ride and check.

[@ximin_sleepy]

Planning on either this or Hunter 350, the issue with looks of this bike is the rear open space looks hideous to me, is there a way to modify and cover that vacant space? also when will the bookings be resumed? Also could you please do a comparison video of riding comfort at various speeds, suspension and all that stuff!

[@bigbearbangalore]

This is about 1.2 lakh more than the Hunter. And once a rider is seated, that vacant space gets covered. And yes a Part 2 is planned to cover aspects we did not cover in this video. And we have no idea about booking schedules.

[@ximin_sleepy]

@@bigbearbangalore cool! other than that the bike looks sick🔥, they say it looks great in person than in picture, yes please make a part 2 focusing on riding comfort for long drives and if any back related pains experienced, also I'd like to see some after market modifications!! great video btw thanks😇😇

[@bigbearbangalore]

@wangpixu234 👍

[@AchariSivasai]

Is it Worth 3.6 L for x440 , or should it be good to go with 2.5 L around for the upcoming x210 model ?

[@bigbearbangalore]

Your choice. Your budget. Ride and buy the one you enjoy most. Different motorcycles they are.

[@AchariSivasai]

@@bigbearbangalore thank you sure will do it and back to you if any guidance impulse

[@Sourabh-di5vs]

wait for hero bike model based on the same engine which will be significantly cheaper but same quality. Mavrick 440

[@ENSREENATH]

Really nice...funny,cool... please go for some good visuals and editing with little music bgms can make it more enjoyable...

[@bigbearbangalore]

Thanks. And I've reached the limits of my tech skills so let's see how to improve. Thanks for thr suggestion.

[@uthkarshnaik6608]

@bigbearbangalore Love the video. Internet is filled with videos with stupid b roll instead and not talking any substance and opions. Yes bikers are opinionated as per their taste and IL like to hear them , most videos are oration of the brochure with b-roll, great job BBB, if you have a tier subscription I'd love to join.🎉

[@bigbearbangalore]

Thank you. 🙏

[@harismohapatra6274]

sir im wating this bike from past 2 months ,,,they said they will deliver me in November ...but now they were saying they will deliver me January ,,,,,.so i cancelled my bike and already purchased a BMW bike....and this nov i have my 1st service aslo

[@bigbearbangalore]

Ah ok. Congrats on the BMW.

[@nishantgurjar7232]

Waiting for Xpulse 210 . It will be 🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥

[@bigbearbangalore]

Hope so!

[@umarsyed7538]

How tall is it? Looks really tall compared to CB350 or RE

[@bigbearbangalore]

It's not tall. Easy flat foot for 5'4" too.

[@umarsyed7538]

Cool. Thanks. I'm a lot taller. Maybe the design makes it look taller in pictures. Need to see it in real. Happy weekend.

[@sumitshaw6786]

Why the top end model is always discussed... Wish you had the base variant also compared at same time...

[@bigbearbangalore]

Had access to this model only and yes your suggestion noted. Will check on this possibility. Thanks.

[@vaibhavm8539]

I’m in a dilemma between x440 and himalayan 450 which would be better and this would be my first bike

[@bigbearbangalore]

H450 if you like the ADV style. Ride and choose.

[@cryptosai534]

You got new subscriber guys 😅ur too good

[@bigbearbangalore]

🙏

[@sathishkumar-uh2kc]

They use the handgrips from 2003 karizma till date 😀

[@bigbearbangalore]

😃 cost control

[@ART-ii2vl]

Did we forget about the part 2 ?!

[@bigbearbangalore]

We? Hold on. Soon.

[@TEAKY88]

Triumph speed 400 or This one, please tell

[@bigbearbangalore]

Personal choice. What's your style?

[@dfarmer4201]

An adventure version stepping up the suspension a wee bit could sock the Himalayan to pulp.

[@bigbearbangalore]

May be.

[@Bikezop_official]

Do you guys think this one's a good candidate for a scrambler build?

[@bigbearbangalore]

Oh yeah!!!! The low end grunt will be awesome on the dirt.

[@bitey6709]

Unfortunately here in Australia, HD have decided that a Harley newbie is more likely to buy a gutless Chinese parallel twin than a torquey single. So we won't be getting the X 440.

[@bigbearbangalore]

Oops! Sorry to hear.

[@RKRaos63]

Loved the engine, if Hero provide this engine in xpulse 440 then I will buy it.

[@bigbearbangalore]

Let's see. Unlikely though.

[@sunilbalan4098]

You guys are fuckin hilarious and honest.. me being a tamilian based here in Gurgaon, you southies are very close to my heart.. hope to meet you folks when in blr next 😊

[@bigbearbangalore]

😃🫡

[@Satyanarayana-dy3ts]

Hero - Harley tied up that's ok , they want RE market okay. Harley is mostly known for cruiser in India. 1.bike seems to be a direct rival for bullet or classic 2. So are they cooking something competition for meteor 350 ? As I was expecting a proper cruiser I hear they registered a nightster 440 name will it be worth a wait. With X440 engine on nightster like design.

[@bigbearbangalore]

👍

[@santhoshkj]

Anna, ಇದು ಮೋಸ.... What stopped you from doing similar kind of Review for Triumph Speed 400.... the attention to detail for Speed 400 was too less, Remeber ನಿಮ್ಮ ಮಾತು ನಮಗೆ ದೇವವಾಕ್ಯ... on a one liner do you can you please help me choose between Harley 440x vs Triumph 400... Please Anna

[@bigbearbangalore]

We speak and shoot candidly and have no script foe any of our videos. Hence there is no set path or theme. May be we will do a part 2 for the Speed 400. And I cannot choose for you between the two. For me at my age and slow speed, I prefer the X440.

[@dfarmer4201]

Watching this video at 1.5 speed. 👌🏽

[@bigbearbangalore]

👍

[@MadaraUchiha-nk8tc]

Can a guy of weight 50-55 can ride this bike?

[@bigbearbangalore]

Why not? Skills can be learnt for sure. Don't be intimidated.

[@tejeswar]

Motocycle is not a jewelry, this is a machine, machine should work well and give peace of mind. It is the feeling what matters.

[@bigbearbangalore]

🫡

[@abhikachieverofdailygoals1621]

Triumph 400x or Harley x 440 which looks great in built ?? And which will be great for touring??

[@bigbearbangalore]

Speed 400 build quality is good. X440 is for easy touring and cruising and the S400 is for energetic, quick and fast travel. Different characteristics. It's a choice as tobwjat one wants.

[@abhikachieverofdailygoals1621]

@@bigbearbangalore sir I was talking about triumph scrambler 400x .. As posture is good though engine characters would be like s400 only

[@bigbearbangalore]

Ok. Same feedback at the moment. Let's see if the 400X is going to be so different to the 400S.

[@karpich1994]

You remind me of my jolly uncle ❤😂

[@bigbearbangalore]

🙏

[@drury2d8]

A backrest would make the bike look complete, looks a bit odd towards the rear. Seems like the designers gave up or something.

[@bigbearbangalore]

As an accessory it's available.

[@vishakr7194]

Please preserve the name Art of Unwinding 😅

[@bigbearbangalore]

Will always be. ❤️

[@SurajSinghTomarArya]

Honda should have made CB400, 450 or 500 instead of trying to modernize the 350cc Enfields which RE was already working on at the time. They should have tried to fill the vaccum created by discontinuation of Enfield 500. This bike did just that. Enfield will never launch 500cc single due to their 650s but there is still place for a CB500.

[@bigbearbangalore]

👍👍👍

[@harshith5293]

Help me decide !! Ninja 300 or Harley Davidson x440 I know one is a cruiser and one more is a tourer Took a test ride of both i liked both of them and now i am confused I am ok with price difference Looking for comfortable riding posture don't wanna hurt my back Ninja looks more value for money compared Looking for a commute in Bangalore and occasional highway

[@bigbearbangalore]

Commuting will be easier on the X440. And highway touring also good on the Harley.

[@nishantgurjar7232]

Theres that gap between tank and handle bars it looks wired ☹️☹️ . If only they can fix it, it will look better 😔😔. It's a bigger version of classic 350 😊😊😊

[@bigbearbangalore]

Yes the design is a bit quirky. It's a Classic on steroids!

[@reyanshmandal9248]

Sb thik hai delivery date kuch bolo baki choddo booking kiya time bahut ho gaya

[@bigbearbangalore]

Sorry, we have no idea on booking and delivery dates. That's for the dealership and Hero to update you on. Regards.

[@terryld9]

Hardly Davidson Anglo Indian Hybrid Splendour 😂 not blender 🤣

[@bigbearbangalore]

😅

[@vipul757]

You simply cant get to know the exhaust sound from here . Experience in real.

[@bigbearbangalore]

Agree

[@lxmn007]

Everything nice 😅but the amount of ads damn dude surely is minting money on this video

[@bigbearbangalore]

Show me the money!

[@lxmn007]

👍

[@md.farooqpeerzade2717]

The only draw back is weight.......205kg heavier then RE bikes also........

[@saaamaak]

You might wanna check that again. Somewhere I read it is 6 kgs lighter than the classic

[@bigbearbangalore]

All metal so yes it's on the heavier some.

[@sachinp7767]

Let the underarm cool 😂

[@bigbearbangalore]

😉

[@km00-v1j]

even ur shot angle is also marlyn munro 😆😆😆. built to a cost but not selling to a cost, could get an interceptor for 16k more.

[@bigbearbangalore]

Got carried away! 💃

[@pangkammarak9623]

Ameridian😂

[@bigbearbangalore]

😃

[@joydip29]

Jokers 🃏 mocking. It’s a paid review for sure ☑️.

[@bigbearbangalore]

🤡🎪 Apparently we don't share the same sense of humour. Cheers!

[@anuven4]

Harley Indian trying to create Potato potato music.

[@bigbearbangalore]

But turned to tomato tomato. 🙂

[@anuven4]

Ha ha ha that humor 😂

[@sayeretmatkaal]

A SINGLE-cylinder version of Harley is about as exciting as a lesbian version of Marilyn-Monroe 🙄🙄🙄

[@bigbearbangalore]

🫡

[@ugenbhutia1345]

what about JAWA'S bikes? your thoughts on boober 42 and ADV?

[@bigbearbangalore]

Am not that familiar with the Jawa or Yezdi.