Hero MotoCorp unveils Xpulse 450 adventure bike at EICMA 2026

Hero MotoCorp introduced the Xpulse 450 at the EICMA 2026 show, targeting the middleweight adventure motorcycle segment. The prototype is equipped with a liquid-cooled 421cc single-cylinder engine that delivers 45.5 bhp at 9,100 rpm and 38 Nm of torque at 7,500 rpm, coupled to a six-speed gearbox with an assist/slipper clutch.

The bike features a fully adjustable 43 mm USD front fork from KYB with 225 mm of travel, a 21-inch front wheel and 230 mm of ground clearance, while the seat sits at 848 mm. An integrated TFT display offers Android Auto and Apple CarPlay connectivity, a first for the category.

Hero MotoCorp said the model benefits from insights gained through its participation in international rally events, including the Dakar Rally, though specific technical transfers have not been detailed. Production of the Xpulse 450 is expected to begin in the second half of 2027, with the current unit remaining a prototype.