Hero MotoCorp recently showcased the new Hero Xpulse 450 for the first time at EICMA 2026. The brand is expected to launch the Xpulse 450 during the India Bike Week, scheduled to take place on December 4 and December 5, 2026.

Hero Xpulse 450: Engine Specs

As mentioned earlier, the Hero Xpulse 450 is powered by a 421cc liquid-cooled single-cylinder engine. Key engine specifications of the Xpulse 450 include:

Engine Capacity

421cc single-cylinder, liquid-cooled, 4-valve DOHC

Transmission

6-speed

Clutch

Assist & Slipper

Maximum Power

46 bhp at 9,100rpm

Maximum Torque

38 Nm at 7,500rpm

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Hero Xpulse 450: Expected Price

The Hero Xpulse 450 will rival the likes of the KTM Adventure 390 and Royal Enfield Himalayan 450 in the Indian market. The Himalayan 450 is priced between ₹3.08 lakh and ₹3.39 lakh.

The KTM AdventureR is priced between ₹3.86 lakh and ₹3.87 lakh, all prices ex-showroom. Given the pricing of its rivals, we expect the Hero Xpulse 450 to be priced between ₹3.10 lakh and ₹3.15 lakh in the Indian market.

Hero Xpulse 450: Hardware & Design

The Hero Xpulse 450 gets a vertically arranged LED headlamp with H-shaped LED DRLs. It also gets a large transparent windscreen. Additional hardware details include:

  • A gold-painted USD fork at the front
  • Handguards
  • Single disc at the front & rear
  • Cross-spoke wheels with gold wheel rims
  • Bronze engine casing
  • A rear luggage rack
  • An engine bash plate
  • Radiator guard
  • An upswept exhaust

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Hero Xpulse 450: Features

The Hero Xpulse 450 comes packed with a slew of advanced features. Some of the key features include:

  • Large landscape TFT instrument cluster
  • Android Auto & Apple CarPlay connectivity
  • Riding Modes
  • Traction Control
  • Dual-channel ABS
  • Throttle Mapping Settings

It is worth mentioning that while the bike has been revealed by the brand, its key specifications regarding the hardware and features remain hidden at the moment. More details are expected to be revealed as the launch nears.