Three Reasons Not to Buy | Harley-Davidson X440 FAQ #3
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- เผยแพร่เมื่อ 31 ธ.ค. 2023
- Three reasons not to buy the Harley-Davidson X440. First, the styling is a bit of a hit or miss and the area from the side panel to the tail section looks ungainly, especially in the red colour. Also the quality of some of the materials, the welds, the levers and the finish on the exhaust isn’t as good as you'd expect at the price or in the face of its competition, the Triumph Speed 400. Second, if you expect a 440cc engine to automatically mean high top speeds, it’s not the case with this Harley. It’ll manage a 105kph cruise beautifully but anything beyond will start feeling less good.
Third, compared to competition like the Royal Enfield, Harley-Davison, at present, has far fewer dealers and even with the introduction of Hero’s premium dealership arm from where the X440s will also retail, its location might still be far away from where you live. You must consider this a factor that will influence your ownership experience over the course of time.
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First is partly why I opted out. One unexpected 4th flaw is the HD dealerships experience, the HD dealerships at Banjara hills Hyderabad is just below par on all measures - in shop experience to customer satisfaction to the expertise of the people who run the place. Not sure about the other dealers, but if this is the case elsewhere as well then HD just made an already tough battle even tougher for themselves, sadly!
Why was it below par? I have booked the bike from the same showroom?
@@kingpin167 first, 4 bikes kept in a tiny space doesn't look appealing. Second, if you go there and occupy one of the chairs, you may have to be in that chair for eternity before someone checks on you, third, I had to tell one of the salesman that the rear monoshock was preload adjustable and when I enquired about what would be the difference between on road prices if I kept my booking from October vs a new booking, they could not seem to realise what I was trying to ask... There are a few other small niggles but I hope this paints a picture. Oh, also, the side stand on one of the test bike was broken (quality issue?/ ill maintenance?/ both?... I am not sure)
My primary reason was essentially same as point 1 mentioned by Sumi, but I also wanted to point these things out as they matter too, especially when you are there to purchase a certain lifestyle product, not just a commuter.
Thanks for letting us know Rameswar!
It's the same with Capital Harley Gurgaon. Horrible delivery experience. The have been trained to open their pants infront of ultra rich customers or youtubers.
Tiger Harley Indore is pretty good though
Exactly the video i was looking for! Everyone only talks about the positives of this bike
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U ll forget this negatives when you test ride
Bhai tu negative video khoj rha tha kya🤣🤣
Bhai test ride toh karle ek baar fir batana
@@BABAYAGA_96 yesterday only I booked this bike bro.
My take: Go for this bike. The ride quality is excellent. The vivid red variant looks like a beast and is an eye catcher. Everyone stops to gaze down the bike. Red is the one.. black's road presence js very common like some normal street bike. Delivery expirence was bad. Dont buy from Capital Harley Gurugram!
Don't go for this bike Triumph speed 400 & scrambler is very much better then Harley x440
@@kelawalashehzad3801 i would rather get the ns 400
@@kelawalashehzad3801 bhai price difference
@@kelawalashehzad3801bro this is the cruiser segment bro. Triumph speed 400 is roadster and it's looks like cafe racer. And mileage you will get around 24 to 27kmpl in speed 400 but in HD x440 you will get around 33kmpl in city and in highway 36kmpl. Also HARELY davidson x440 is very very comfortable for both rider and pillion main advantage our parents feel comfortable in x440 because very comfortable In HD x440. But in speed 400 it's not comfortable for pillion.
I booked and canceled it at Bangalore. Because both Harley showroom and hero showroom demanded illegal charges included in registration like handling charges and they openly told as we need to pay charges to PDC, transportation of vehicle from yard to showroom
I wrote a mail and complained to Harley but they don’t bothered to take action against anyone
I own X440S, and i am very happy with my bike performance i dammn like it, everyday i go out with my bike somebody ask me which bike is this and cost❤❤
And people here online keep saying it's not value for money.. I think they should go for the bajaj discover for the best value for money 😂
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@@sebinsebastian5570 best answer 🤝🏼😂
@@HeadsxWillxRoll when asked you the coast of bike than she find the bike negativity 🤣
@@surajsharma5672 bhai tu pahle English sikh le, abhi ke liye hindi me type krle
Honestly people really need to consider our very own TVS. Superb machine. The 200 RTR is a beast in the sports mode. Only thing missing is the 6th gear. Amazing after sales service. Local service centers are kept in check by the parent company by calling the customer and checking how happy the customer is with the service. I own one for the past 3 years and completely satisfied.
Agree,TVS service is 10/10.
Bhai specs looks bhi to koi cheez hoti hai ab mujhe iss ka design cc and all pasand hai toh main kyun rtr loon bata 😅😂
@@kumard007 that's absolutely fine. I was only giving my observation. Enjoy your ride bro. Doesn't matter what you ride. Honestly speaking I have owned over 17 bikes in the last 25 years and practically all brands. So it's the years of experience which I like to share. No offence
It's Hardly-a-Davidson
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Imo design apart from build quality shouldn't be considered as a downside in any of the motorcycles as that depends on buyer's personal taste.
Finally, someone who understands that looks are subjective. Appreciate the thought brother
Cb350 is one of the best , with such a refined engine
But look wise 😢😢
Reason no:4
I'm broke👍🏼
All the 3 doesnt matter when you ride it and when you see it in person. This bike is not for photo. Its good one and nice design
Love these shorts - Crisp and spot on
Shumi - What brand shirts do you wear? Seems they are super comfy and made for biking
Jawa 42 2.1 dual tone review ?
As soon as we can!
Proud owner of x440 harley davidson, and this is way much better then Royal Enfield 450 or triumph. This has the smoothest engine and uts very very comfortable. Plz don't spread lies.
We're glad to hear that you're liking your motorcycle @IrfanShaikh-sq8xp. But this is one of our shorts covering the X440 and we have many more covering different aspects of the bike to provide a complete picture. We'd invite you to watch more of our content before making assumptions!
The fact that hero cant service the xpulse properly... Half of the time they do not know what they are doing...
The question is... Can you buy the x440 and trust hero's ability to service this bike...
Answer is NO.
Thanks for sharing your perspective!
Harley good bike. One should go for it. Worth every penny.
Thanks for letting us know @pagan-540.
I saw this today,it looks like it is from an english movie😻
It looks a lot better than the Royal Enfield Himalayan!!
Thanks for sharing your perspective!
Yes true, finish of x440 is more hero than harley. Triumph has better finish here
harley is known to have crap build quality.
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Harley Davidson on 3 lacs..
Aur kya chahiye 😂😂😂
bulky and bigger than classic and higher price tag than competition are two major disadvantages❤
I love look of Harley
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Shumi Sir if this bike can't handle speed of 120+ what is use of buying 440 CC bike with fuel efficiency is less than 30Kmpl
Hey Manoj! Everything isn't about speed or fuel efficiency 😊
Its an ugly bike, but purely blissful while riding. When I was riding it, I forgot if its Hero or Harley.
Thanks for sharing your perspective SB! That helps!
Which bike do you have??
What are you even saying bro
This is one of good looking bike how come you r saying this 😅😂
Cb350 modern engine smooth and refined also very reliable plus harley service is not upto mark 💯
What i can say is go for a product that is successful than new one
just wait and see how long is this gonna work in real Market
Fake reviews, faltu ka hai, sayad isane kabhi harkey X 440 chalyi hi nhi. X440 is best in its segment, thumpimg note comes directly in heart, its a best machine ever in single cylinder.
Aadhi story dekhi sir, aur pura comment likh Diya. Channel home par aaiye aur baaki ki story bhi dekh lijiye please.
@@motorinc apka shorts pura dekha, usi par comment likha hai, maine x440 owners se bhi puchha hai, isake reviews bahut badiya hain sir.
Total 16 videos hain sir. *16*
Cb350 gonna be 🔥
We doubt it though
Is there going to be a Motorinc View on this?
It's already there .
If you meant the long podcasts they do, then yes there's one already. It's part of the general discussion and opinion pieces they do, not under the first rides and impressions
Coming soon Indrajit!
Motorcycle sales figures are out for Nov/ Dec 2023 , u can chk that XD 440 is holding forte (Avg sales of 2200 per mnth) as compared to Triumph, Jawa, Honda, KTM....i blv this is enough to show that customer is trusting the X440 inspite of the negative publicity here. Infact XD440 is the only bike with growth from Nov to Dec , wherein all other bikes have degrowth ..i do agree that XD 440 is not perfect and so is the case with other bikes also!!
Awesome ❤❤
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I am seeing lot of tech issues, cluster not working , byke getting switched off etc
Keep it up MotorInc.
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I would preffer cb 350
The huge gap between the fuel tank and the headlight assembly makes this 440 look terrible.. More like a dislocated vertebral column.
Please do a Vedio on dominar 400
Hey Nehal! No plan to review the Dominar 400 unless Bajaj gives it a comprehensive update
"Ownership experience which will last upto 3-4 years.." * Ouch*
Can we have this in USA??
4th reason is Maveric
Shumi Sir! I admire your videos. I have booked Harleyx440 but I am now confused with x440 and KTM 390 adventure. Please suggest which one is better. The only downside I see with Harley about off road capabilities. What is your view. Thank you!
390 Adventure is more reliable and ktm service network is good.
Did you get a test ride on the 390A, Manish? It is not even _remotely_ similar to the X440
@@motorinc I didn’t test ride 390A, I have seen people are doing world tour on it, so I got fascinated towards that machine. I understand that x440 is cruiser however 390A is adv. what do you suggest for long distance touring and little bit of off road as well. Is X440 going to solve the purpose.
Get a test ride, Manish and let's discuss?
I did test ride KTM 390 adv and too much vibration on that. Didn’t like that at all. Thank you!
A karizma R with this engine with a better tune for a bit of top end?
Long stroke engine and top end in the same sentence 😂😂
The upcoming motorcycle based on 440 platform is going to be a naked roadster
No that would not work, VV. More top-end would need a new engine. But yes, we agree, the Karizma being a 210 is less attractive than a 450 coming out first, followed by the smaller XMR
@@Aditya_22e 440 has a strong cut off. So I meant as a shorter stroke so a bit more power band than what's right now. As mentioned in the vedio it has a high low end, which can be forgiven in case of bike like Karizma. That's all, apologies for my lack of knowledge
I never felt like the Karizma was ever a top end machine. Just a good power curve with a bit more low end for a good city one. So the way you described the 440 it could been that. Though I didn't test ride the 440 so this is just a wild dream from a teenager.
@@motorinc may be you are right, the pipe dream of OG Karizma stays a pipe dream thus such fantasies arise. A new engine derived from this atleast in the future and call it an actual Karizma R.
Yes you are right 👍
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I wonder what hero thinks of the word "premium"
How can I but this Harley from Mizoram?
I need it
Hey! You'll have to use the Harley-Davidson India website to try and book the bike - this shows a list of dealers close to you that can handle the delivery/service process for you.
Being a Harley I was expecting it to be a proper cruiser but we got a roadster instead...
It's just the first bike from the collaboration @kaverjordankharbteng2550. We don't know what's yet to come.
Dedicated episode for Appache RR310
Can do!
Single cylinder with skinny tires? That does not look like a Harley
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Go and test ride then you will realize the riding comfort
@@nirmal_kumar_ak still doesn't look like a harley
@@alesterpadua7884 which bike you having right now bro ?
@@nirmal_kumar_ak does it matter?
These are not even proper reason for us bikers....Harley means emotion ❤
Do see the rest of the X440 content on the channel, @gourabneogi2886 if you can. Especially the linked video!
My budget is around 3-3.5 lakh could you please suggest me a cruiser bike
You don't have to much choice SJ. X440, Meteor 350 and Super Meteor 650. Get a test ride on all and ping us?
@@motorinc Thank you it means a lot
Harley management: someone pls ask Boeing how they deal with whistleblowers.
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You have to ask yourself:
Is it really a harley if its not leaking oil?
Is it really a harley if doesn't take as much engine oil as my 528?
Is it really a harley if doesn't have separate transmission fluid?
My hardcore Harley freinds will develop a stroke if they ever have to ride this one.
Harley needs to start selling bikes like this in NA. 1200cc is not a new rider friendly bike.
We hope they will too!
Bro what are you even saying hd x440 is one of the best looking bike and it's specs it too good it feels smooth to ride no vibration and all 440cc is too good bro
Thanks for sharing your perspective! Do check out the other videos we have on the bike Kumar!
Is the Honda CB350 Highness still a good option in 2024 or should we be expecting more powerful bikes in that price range this year like this one/Triumph or from other brands?
More better than cb350 just took a test drive of both...
More bolts than the bhp, that's a Harley 😂😂😂
I'm afraid this looks like a hero honda Splendour for me...😂
Not a fan of the looks....but Splendor???????
You need to wash your eyes with Harpic atleast 5 times. I'm still sure some amount of crap will still stay in them. But hey, atleast it'll be lesser than the crap stacked at your brain.
Who use more than 2yrs
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Recommend one bike under 6 lakh
Keling ni cuma nk recommend bli Bajaj India aje..lain not recommended..
The design doesnt look harley davidson standard. Rather like beefed up splendour
Thanks for sharing your perspective!
But as a Ultra rich Chad I'm satisfied with my legendary XL 100 & Lord S-Presso😝
Kya Matlab BPL card lelo?😸
In this price harley is not worth , cb 350 is also a good now a days with affordable price Reliability is also a reason for buying cb 350
110 out of 440cc bike
Finishing issues from the only manufacturer 😢
I sold my Hero Xpulse within a year. Very poor engine, pathetic build quality and ridiculous service, good ride quality though. Very heavy for 200cc engine. I have a Splendour (2019) and it is a vibrator. Hero is manufacturing very cheap quality motorcycles and scooters.
Hey Yogesh! The inconsistency of quality and reliability is a problem these days. Sorry to hear about it.
My delivery experience with Capital Harley Gurgaon was horrible. I dont recommend anyone to purchase any bike from there. Highly unprofessional arrogant staffs.
Is there any other showroom in gurgaon other than capital?
Sorry to hear that. Could you share what happened?
does the engine heat?
No bro.
@@nirmal_kumar_ak thanks blud really appreciate it
@@aarushagrawal6378 yesterday I booked this bike bro
1. 6 feet above persons will not find it comfortable
2. Ugly gap between handle bar stem and fuel tank
3. Ugly silencer exhaust
4. No good paint theme
1. I’m just under 6 foot, very comfy, my 6’2 friend also found it very comfortable.
2. Agreed, but almost invisible
3. Looks quite similar for the other Harley’s as well. Never had a problem there?
4. Matte black is a favorite, and many people loved the colors of the lower variants.
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Thanks for letting us know! Can't agree with point 1 though. Shumi's in the footage, he's 6' and quite happy with the X440
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These reasons are not much of a big deal😂
Alright so now you know how you feel about the X440 @nishantborah8706. 😅
Go for cb 350
We can't agree.
@@motorinc same here
Service is not upto mark despite providing to Harley dealership
Oh? Please explain?
@@motorinc my cousin has issues with gear shifting i.e some abnormal noise while shifting from 4 to 5th and couldn’t be resolved by Harley service centre as well
Can you describe the noise please?
@@motorinc sure, will let you know by next week when I met him in person 🙂
@@motorinc Got to know from my cousin that the engine suddenly revs up when shifting from gear 4 to 5.
This is going to spoil Harley Image. Trust Honda
Cb350! Is the go to bike !!
Brand appeal goes beyond reasoning
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Looks are the biggest con of this bike
Indeed!
Seriously ? I mean, I love the look of this bike.
4. This is not a KTM 😂
You didn't see the other content we made on the X440, did you Jovin?
There's a running joke where they call you a 'KTM salesman' for having a soft corner for the KTMs .. so I was just making that joke 😅 I am not sure I have seen the other content on this .. but I will take a look.
Its hero with makeup
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110 kmph hmesa chlana mtlb yamraj ko dawat dena jaisa
If anyone want the thumps and feel of RE but more reliable engine, go for CB350.
People are using decades old RE motorcycles everywhere in India as well as outside. Show me one Honda motorcycle which have survived for more than 10 years (not talking about outside market).
@@Antony_Shamarjit_Lee My CBZ xtreme from 2010 is running smooth for 14 years without any engine problem. I mostly ride it above 7k rpm on highways and redline it if the road is empty. Still I have confidence that it will last for the coming years because the engine is still smooth and acceleration is top notch.
Also tell the reasons not to buy Triumph Speed 400.🙄
They're on the channel VT!
@@motorinc Most of the your vdo prompting the Triumph Speed 400. People expect the neutral and genuine vdo.😊
You should watch all our content or may be Triump content. Most like you haven’t.
First of all it's a Harley disappointing. After owning them for thirty years I'm leaving.
Matt Black paint job is Harley, that's the stereotype. Sad!!!
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Rebel is much better
But not available in India, where we are🤷🏽♂️
3rd reason is, it's not really a harley
What would it take for you classify this as a Harley, Sid?
@@motorinc well to not be manufactured by Hero.
So BMW 310s are TVS', KTMs and Triumphs are Bajajs too, then?
@motorinc I'd be inclined to say yes. I remember the early editions of duke 390 alloy wheels cracking, thus showing the quality of bajaj more than ktm
@@SidM7thank you sid. You really don't want affordable options from global manufacturers .
4th Reason : You're broke
😅 Well, at least you can change that. These three reasons though, there's nothing you and I can do about that.
I don't like bike designed heromotor's don't rechd Indian customers 😒
Thanks for sharing your perspective!
It is downright ugly!!!
in pics, yes. on the road, no.
On the road it is bro.
Every one has their own taste and i totally agree to it but it is hard to digest that design.
@@samridhsk1419 I'm assuming you dislike the rear seat and tail section. So do I. But otherwise, it's a masculine bike!
Thanks for sharing your perspective!
Honda new bike cb 350 best option.❤❤❤
Its better to go with honda cb350
I think honda cb 350 is far better in that price range
Lol
No use of 440. Quality and Smoothness @ Honda 350
I wish for they come with bobber rather than this.
Harley Davidson on 3 lacs..
Aur kya chahiye 😂😂😂