Hero Xpulse 421 spotted in Ladakh! Big ADV is nearing launch
Hero MotoCorp’s upcoming motorcycle has also been spotted on public roads. A recent trial mule was spotted in Ladakh. The motorcycle, which is expected to be called the Xpulse 421, was spotted being tested at a high altitude in the Himalayan region.Although the motorcycle remains largely hidden, a few key points stand out. The rear end has a stylish look with a long upper grille and an integrated LED headlamp with a sleek design. The fuel tank and seat design also reflect its sustainable intent. Compared to the bulky front part, the back half looks smaller.Suspension duties can be handled by USD remote front forks and a rear monoshock setup. Although the exact specifications remain under wraps, some changes to the suspension are expected, possibly including compression and reconfiguration of the front and reconfiguration of the front and rear.The test bike appears to be riding on a 21-inch front wheel and an 18-inch rear wheel wrapped in two-piece tires. Whether Hero opts for tubeless tires or conventional tubeless units remains to be seen. Braking is expected to come from a front disc with high-performance calipers and a rear disc, supported by two-way ABS.Powering the upcoming motorcycle will be a liquid-cooled, single-cylinder 421cc engine. Hero MotoCorp hasn’t revealed official figures, but the engine is expected to produce around 40 hp, putting it in direct competition with the Royal Enfield Himalayan 450 and KTM 390 Adventure. The engine should be mated to a six-speed gearbox.The latest image also shows a digital instrument cluster, which could be a TFT display connected to a smartphone. Other features like roaming, calls and SMS are expected. Hero is also expected to equip the motorcycle with a host of electronic riding aids including ride height, traction control, cruise control and switchable ABS. Although the company hasn’t announced a launch date, ongoing testing shows that the motorcycle is getting very close to production. We can expect a global debut at EICMA later this year, followed by an India launch in 2027.
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