Remember the Hero Mavrick 440, the neo-retro roadster motorcycle from Hero MotoCorp, which was discontinued in early 2025? Recently a Reddit user, xtremeAnkit, shared an image of the same motorcycle, which has USD front forks instead of conventional telescopic forks and a TFT instrument cluster in place of the LCD cluster. It hints towards the comeback of this motorcycle in India; however, there’s no official confirmation regarding it.
The image shared online shows round-shaped LED headlamps integrating daylight running light into the retro-modern touch. It gets side halogen indicators on either side of the headlights setup. Features a single-speed seat with a grab rail behind the pillion’s seating area. Its fuel tank has Mavrick 440 lettering, which further strengthens the anticipation of its relaunch in India, because if this was an export version, then Hunk 440 would have been written.
Will Hero Motocorp really relaunch the Mavrick 440?
The image shared online with two major upgrades and nameplate branding on the fuel tank are the strongest hints that Hero Motocorp may re-launch the Mavrick 440. As of now, it is tough to say anything about its launch date. We are anticipating that they may launch it by Diwali 2026. The major upgrades that we get to know from the image are most likely to be offered with the base variant with a little costlier price than the one that has already been delisted from the brand’s official website.
Are any other changes also expected for the Hero Mavrick 440?
Apart from the visible front suspension and instrument cluster upgrades, this motorcycle is highly anticipated to come with traction control, multiple ride modes, a ride-by-wire throttle, and smartphone connectivity for turn-by-turn navigation. New color options with copper-finished engine covers are also anticipated. Reports suggest availability for some exclusive color options of top trim; however, we will get to know only after the launch how different the new one is from the discontinued version.
Dimensions, powertrain, and rest will remain the same.
If the Hero Mavrick 440 is re-launched for the Indian market, besides the above-mentioned confirmed and anticipated upgrades, the motorcycle will remain the same. The length, width, and height are set to be 2,100 mm, 868 mm, and 1,112 mm, respectively, with the wheelbase of 1,388 mm and ground clearance of 175 mm. It will have an 803 mm taller seat, giving the most comfortable riding position for individuals of 5 ft 5 in (165 cm) and above.
The kerb weight is anticipated to be slightly higher than 187 kg because of the change and other upgrades on the bike, but the fuel tank will remain 13.5 liters. It is set to be powered by a 440 cc, air- and oil-cooled, single-cylinder internal combustion engine that will deliver the power of 27 hp at 6,000 rpm and a torque of 36 Nm at 4,000 rpm. The ICE will remain mated with the six-speed manual transmission in pattern of one down and five ups.
The assist and slipper clutch and chain drive final drive are certain to be retained. The top speed may remain 150 kmph, and the acceleration timing for 0 to 100 kmph is anticipated to be 10 seconds as earlier. As there are no changes in the powertrain, the fuel efficiency may also remain 32 kmpl for highway cruising. With a 13.5-liter fuel tank and an average mileage of 30 kmph, it is most likely to run up to 405 km without any refueling stop.