The Hero Mavrick 440 is new to India's sub-500cc bike category. It comes in three different variants: Base, Mid, and Top, which are priced at Rs 1.99 lakh, Rs 2.14 lakh, and Rs 2.24 lakh, respectively. In previous comparisons, we looked at how Hero's most recent naked street marvel stacked up against its primary competitors, the Harley-Davidson X440 (on which it is based) and the Triumph Speed 400. Now we're ready to compare the bike with another competitive label in the segment — the Bajaj Dominar 400. The Bajaj motorbike has a single variant and is priced at Rs 2.30 lakh (ex-showroom Delhi). So, without further ado, let’s see how these two motorcycles differ in multiple aspects.
Hero Mavrick 440 vs Bajaj Dominar 400: Engine
The Hero Mavrick has a 440cc, air-and-oil-cooled single-cylinder motor that also does duty on the Harley-Davidson X440. When compared to its American counterpart, the Hero model produces 2Nm less (36Nm). However, the power output stays unchanged at 27bhp. The Mavrick 440 includes a six-speed transmission and a slip-and-assist clutch.
On the other hand, the Dominar 400 is underpinned by a 373.3cc, single-cylinder, DOHC, liquid-cooled motor that produces 39.4bhp and 35Nm. Despite having a larger displacement capacity than the Bajaj Dominar, the Mavrick generates less power. However, the Hero bike makes up for the shortage with a considerably higher torque value.
Hero Mavrick 440 vs Bajaj Dominar 400: Styling
The Hero bike's striking characteristics include its streamlined tail section, sharp-looking shrouds, neo-retro LED headlights, and curved fuel tank. While the base model with spoke wheels gets a single Arctic White paint job, the mid-spec version with alloy wheels can be ordered in either Celestial Blue or Fearless Red colours. In contrast, the highest-spec model comes with diamond-cut alloy wheels and is available in Phantom Black or Enigma Black paint.
Coming to the Bajaj Dominar 400, the street bike comes in two paint options: Charcoal Black and Aurora green. It sports split seats, a double-barrel exhaust, a broad handlebar, and LED taillights. Furthermore, the Bajaj bike weighs 193 kg and has a 13-litres gasoline tank.
Hero Mavrick 440 vs Bajaj Dominar 400: Hardware
The Hero Mavrick 440's suspension consists of a front 43mm telescopic fork and dual shock absorbers in the rear. The braking setup, on the other hand, comprises a 320mm front disc and a 240mm rear disc.
In contrast, the Bajaj Dominar 400 suspension components feature an upside-down (USD) fork up front and a preload-adjustable Nitrox monoshock in the rear. The bike's braking system is formed of a 230mm rear disc and a 320mm front disc.
Hero Mavrick 440 vs Bajaj Dominar 400: Features
In terms of features, the Mavrick 440 sports an LCD screen with Bluetooth capability, call and message notifications, as well as turn-by-turn navigation. The display is divided into two sections: a rectangular one on the right that displays navigational data and alerts, and a circular one on the left that provides information on gear position, speed, and revolutions per minute. Full LED lighting, a USB-C charging connector, and dual-channel ABS are further highlights.
In comparison, the Bajaj bike comes with two digital displays. The first is the regular instrument screen, which shows fuel level, speed, rpm, average mileage, and a side indicator alert. Then there's another placed on the fuel tank that provides significant data like the trip meters, odometer, and gear position, among others. Other features of the two-wheeler include all-LED lighting, dual-channel ABS, a USB charger next to the handlebars as well as a phone mount point located above the instrument panel.
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