Hero MotoCorp Enters France, Its 52nd Global Market, with New Partnership and Hunk 440 Launch
Hero MotoCorp officially entered France, its 52nd international market, partnering with GD France. It launched its Euro 5+ range, including the Hunk 440, expanding its European footprint.
The entry into a new European market and the launch of a new product line are positive for the company's long-term growth and global presence. While France is a new market, the immediate financial impact might be gradual as the distribution network is built out over several years.
The announcement signifies a significant international market expansion for Hero MotoCorp into France, a new strategic partnership, and the launch of a new product range, indicating business growth and increased global footprint.
Hero MotoCorp, the world's largest manufacturer of motorcycles and scooters, announced its official entry into France on October 29, 2025. This expansion marks its 52nd international market and deepens its European presence, following successful ventures in Italy, Spain, and the UK. * The company has partnered with GD France for distribution. * Hero MotoCorp launched its Euro 5+ range, spearheaded by the Hunk 440, at the UTAC Mortefontaine proving ground near Paris. * Mr. Sanjay Bhan, Executive Vice President, Hero MotoCorp, stated that the entry into France and partnership with GD France strengthens its European footprint. He highlighted the Hunk 440's reliability, quality, and performance, designed to meet French riders' expectations. * Initially, GD France will establish a network of 30+ official sales and service outlets across major French cities, with plans to expand to 50+ dealers by 2026 and achieve full network deployment by 2028. * The Hunk 440, an E5+ and EU-compliant model, enters the A2 performance category. It delivers 36.0 Nm of low-end torque at 4000 rpm and a peak power of 27 bhp at 6,000rpm. * Key features of the Hunk 440 include a high tensile steel trellis frame, dual-channel ABS with 320mm front and 240mm rear discs, USD Cartridge Forks by KYB, a full-digital and connected TFT display, turn-by-turn navigation, all-LED lighting, and wide 150/60 ZR17 radial tyres. * The Hunk 440 is priced starting at €3,599 including VAT, available in Twilight Blue and Phantom Black. * Hero MotoCorp offers a standard 3-year warranty, extended by an additional 2 years as a special launch offer, totaling up to 5 years of warranty.
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