Royal Enfield Scram 440 at autoX Awards: Best Bikes of 2025 Ranked

The Royal Enfield Scram 440 was one of those motorcycles that sparked quite a debate among the jury at this year’s track day. On the one hand, it’s undeniably more refined and enjoyable than before. It’s a motorcycle that’s easy to like both on and off the tarmac. On the other hand, it still feels like a model that’s not quite finished. The ingredients are all there, but the recipe could use a bit more flavour. The Scram 440 uses the same re-bored LS 411 engine that powered the older Himalayan, paired with a new 6-speed gearbox. Its power and torque figures have increased slightly by 1bhp and 2Nm, respectively, compared to those of the older 411cc engine. It’s not blisteringly quick, but it’s definitely more polished.

On the track, however, the Scram 440’s limitations were quite apparent. The soft suspension setup and 19-inch front wheel result in slightly lazy handling, especially around fast corners.

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The front end feels a bit disconnected at high speeds – a stark reminder that this bike was not designed for apex-hunting. Its natural playground lies elsewhere – take it on real-world roads, and the Scram 440 redeems itself admirably. It soaks up bumps and potholes with ease, thanks to 190mm of suspension travel at the front and 180mm at the rear. Given its 200mm ground clearance, it can also tackle mild trails and rough backroads with ease. It’s not an all-out off-roader, but it carries just enough dual-sport DNA to keep things interesting.

It now comes with a new LED headlight and fresh colour schemes. On higher trims, it also gets alloy wheels with tubeless tyres – a step up in terms of practicality. Lower variants, however, still come with traditional wire-spoke wheels with tubes. The riding position is upright and relaxed, with a 795mm seat height and neutral footpeg placement, making it accessible and comfortable for most riders.

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At ₹2.23 - 2.31 lakh (ex-showroom), the Scram 440 occupies an interesting middle ground. It’s more refined and feature-rich than before. In short, the Scram 440 certainly is a step forward – just not a giant one.