Hero MotoCorp is gearing up for the highly anticipated launch of the XPulse 421, its next-generation adventure motorcycle. Recently, the company filed a design patent for the bike, signaling its readiness for a debut, potentially at the Bharat Mobility Expo 2025. First teased at EICMA, the XPulse 421 is poised to redefine Hero’s presence in the adventure touring segment with its bigger 421 cc engine.
What We Know About the XPulse 421
Engine and Performance
At the heart of the Hero XPulse 421 will be a 421 cc liquid-cooled, single-cylinder engine, expected to deliver approximately 40 bhp of power and 45 Nm of torque. This makes it a serious contender in the mid-capacity adventure motorcycle market.
The bike will feature a 6-speed gearbox equipped with a slipper clutch, ensuring smooth shifts and added control during off-road adventures.
Rivalry in the Adventure Segment
The XPulse 421 will face stiff competition from the Royal Enfield Himalayan 450, which features a 450 cc single-cylinder engine producing 40 bhp and 40 Nm of torque. Both motorcycles come with liquid-cooled engines and 6-speed gearboxes, making them closely matched contenders in the adventure touring category.
Design and Features
While detailed visuals are yet to surface, the design patent hints at a rugged and purpose-built machine, likely to retain the DNA of its smaller sibling, the XPulse 200. Expect the 421 to offer advanced features such as long-travel suspension, a high ground clearance, and tech-forward elements like an updated digital console and navigation capabilities.
Launch Timeline
Hero MotoCorp has positioned the XPulse 421 as a 2025 launch for the Indian market, with global markets likely to follow. Its unveiling at the Bharat Mobility Expo 2025 seems increasingly probable, making it one of the most anticipated motorcycles of the year.