Hero MotoCorp unveils Xpulse 450 and leaks Xpulse 150 at EICMA 2026
The company has introduced its most powerful Xpulse model to date while images of a new 150cc dual sport motorcycle have surfaced.
Hero MotoCorp has unveiled the Xpulse 450 at the EICMA 2026 event, marking the largest and most powerful motorcycle in the Xpulse lineup. According to Times Now, the new machine features a 421cc liquid-cooled, four-valve DOHC engine that produces 46hp at 9,100rpm and 38Nm of torque at 7,500rpm.
The Xpulse 450 is equipped with a six-speed gearbox, an assist and slipper clutch, and a TFT instrument console with Android Auto and Apple CarPlay integration. It offers multiple riding modes, including Rain, Road, Trail, and Off-road, and features a 43mm KYB USD fork with 225mm of travel.
While the brand has not confirmed an Indian launch timeline, the motorcycle is expected to arrive in international markets first, potentially reaching India early next year. The model is expected to compete with the Royal Enfield Himalayan 450 and KTM 390 Adventure S.
Separately, images leaked by a Reddit user have revealed a new Hero Xpulse 150. As reported by RushLane, the motorcycle is being advertised as a dual sport model and features a 150cc air-cooled engine producing 12.2 bhp at 6500 RPM and 12.8 Nm of torque at 5500 RPM.
The Xpulse 150 includes a 5-speed gearbox, a single-piece seat, and a rear luggage rack. The leaked version shows a carburettor with a fuel flow control dial, suggesting it may be intended for global markets such as Africa and South America.