Let the games begin: Royal Enfield Scram 440 vs Hero Mavrick 440 

Royal Enfield has given the Scram a major upgrade with a bigger, more powerful engine, along with new features and hardware. While it doesn’t inherit the Himalayan’s 450cc liquid-cooled engine, it still packs quite a punch. In this showdown, the Scram 440 takes on Hero MotoCorp’s flagship, the Maverick 440. We’re throwing the gloves off to see which bike lands the knockout punch in this epic battle. 

Royal Enfield Scram 440 vs Hero Mavrick 440: Engine Specifications

The Royal Enfield Scram 440 now boasts a 443cc air-cooled, single-cylinder engine that delivers 25.4 bhp at 6,250 rpm and 34 Nm of torque at 4,000 rpm. Royal Enfield claims this results in a 4.5 per cent increase in power and a 6.5 per cent boost in peak torque compared to the Scram 411. The 3mm increase in bore size enhances low-end torque, offering a more responsive initial acceleration. Additionally, the Scram 440 now comes equipped with a new 6-speed gearbox, replacing the previous 5-speed unit, and features a lighter clutch for improved performance.

The Hero Maverick 440 also gets a 440cc air-cooled single-cylinder engine, but it delivers an output of 27 bhp at 6,000 rpm and 36 Nm of torque at 4,000 rpm. It is paired with a 6-speed gearbox featuring an assist and slipper clutch.

Royal Enfield Scram 440 vs Hero Mavrick 440: Hardware

The Scram 440 is based on a half-duplex split cradle frame with 41 mm front forks with 190 mm wheel travel with a rear mono-shock suspension with 180 mm travel. The Scram 440 rides on 19-inch front wheels and 17-inch rear with dual-purpose tyres. The brake system consists of a 300 mm front disc and a 240 mm rear disc.

The Hero Mavrick 440 is based on a trellis frame with 43 mm front forks and a 7-step twin shock. Both the front and the rear suspension set-up have 130 mm of wheel travel.  The Mavrick has 17-inch tyres — front and rear with 320 mm front disc and 240 mm rear disc.

Royal Enfield Scram 440 vs Hero Mavrick 440: Features 

The Scram 440 now comes with an LED headlight and LED taillight, though it continues to use bulb indicators. The semi-digital instrument cluster features an analogue speedometer, a USB Type-A charger, and offers an optional Tripper turn-by-turn navigation system for added convenience.

On the other hand, the Maverick 440 goes all-in with LED lighting, including indicators, position lamps, and DRLs. Its digital instrument cluster can be paired with a smartphone, displaying phone battery status, missed calls, and message notifications. It also shows incoming call alerts, turn-by-turn navigation, low fuel indicator, distance-to-empty, real-time mileage tracking, and gear position.

In terms of safety, both the Scram 440 and Maverick 440 are equipped with dual-channel ABS and feature switchable rear ABS, ensuring better control and safety on the road.

Royal Enfield Scram 440 vs Hero Mavrick 440: Price