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Royal Enfield Himalayan 750 Alloy Variant with Adjustable Suspension Royal Enfield has been in the news lately as the brand is getting ready to launch a new flagship range of motorcycles with a larger 750cc engine. There have been multiple 750cc test mules from Royal Enfield spied to date. One of the most anticipated and […] More
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RE Electric Himalayan Spied Getting ChargedOne of the world’s leading classic motorcycle manufacturers, Royal Enfield, is going out on its limb to enter the lucrative electric 2W segment. While the Flying Flea brand is gaining traction, all eyes seem to be on Electric Himalayan project.
Test mules of Electric Himalayan have been spied multiple times. Royal Enfield has officially teased Electric Himalayan test beds off-roading in Leh Ladakh region. Recent spy shots show Royal Enfield Electric Himalayan test mules getting charged via charging stations and mobile chargers on wheels running on ICE generators. Let’s take a closer look.
RE Electric Himalayan Spied Getting Charged
Electric Himalayan Spied Getting Charged
Royal Enfield Himalayan is one of the company’s most celebrated models. It aims to be a hardcore off-roader and then a versatile tourer. The company has flexed its engineering prowess with Himalayan as it was their first ever ADV. Now, the company is porting over its expertise into electric 2W segment and Himalayan is a candidate.
RE Electric Himalayan
Electric Himalayan has been recently spied testing enroute Ladakh for testing. Being an electric motorcycle, it needs recharging especially while range usually drops while tackling inclines in mountain terrains. These test mules seen in recent spy shots were connected to fixed charging stations and then mobile chargers.
RE Electric Himalayan
These mobile chargers are likely to be working on diesel generators. In this case, the generator was housed inside a Force Traveller van. Royal Enfield seems to be operating a large number of test mules and that is why existing chargers were not enough to charge them all at once, necessitating the need for mobile chargers.
RE Electric Himalayan
However, this reflects the fact that India’s electric charging infrastructure is still in its nascent stage and is yet to evolve further. If a group of 10 friends took a ride like this, all on electric 2W or cars, there are just not enough charging stations to accommodate them all at once.
RE Electric Himalayan Twin Battery Setup
What to expect from Electric Himalayan?
As seen in the video by er.janakbhardwaj on Instagram, Royal Enfield Electric Himalayan comes equipped with two separate battery packs. These could be removable allowing users to carry these battery packs to their apartments to charge. Also, this design might help users to carry battery packs to nearest domestic plug when fully depleted rather than pushing the entire motorcycle. Think jerrycans, but for electric 2W vehicles.
RE Electric Himalayan
Overall ethos of Himalayan ICE motorcycle have been carried over. In this sense, Electric Himalayan is still an off-roader as it gets large wire-spoke wheels with off-road tyres, high ground clearance and suspension travel, a tall windscreen for wind protection and more. It has to be noted that the units spied are still test beds and they get a lot of premium components.
RE Electric Himalayan
Most of these might not make it to final production model when launched. The company has not revealed a launch timeline, but Electric Himalayan is going to be a global product. Where performance is concerned, Electric Himalayan packs a mid-mounted motor from Spanish EV brand Stark Future SL, which could pack enough oomph to match Himalayan 450’s performance.
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Himalayan 750 Touring ModelIt is expected that Himalayan 750 could be unveiled at 2025 EICMA and later launched at Royal Enfield Motoverse 2025
As part of its multi-dimensional expansion strategy, Royal Enfield is working on several new models including electric bikes. Also under development is a new range of 750 cc bikes. First to launch among these could be the Himalayan 750, spotted multiple times on road tests. Latest spy shots reveal a tourer version of the Himalayan 750. Let’s check out the details.
Himalayan 750 tourer – Styling and features
As compared to earlier test mules that had wire-spoke wheels, this tourer version can be seen with alloy wheels. One can also notice a circular digital cluster, similar to that of Himalayan 450, Super Meteor 650 and other Royal Enfield bikes. Earlier this year in April, a Himalayan 750 test mule spotted in Europe was seen with a rectangular digital console.
Himalayan 750 Touring Model
Royal Enfield 750cc bikes will aggressively target overseas markets including Europe and North America. There are likely to be some differences in equipment list, as compared to India-spec models. Features common across all test mule sightings include the round headlamp, a large windscreen, sculpted fuel tank and prominent tank extensions.
Himalayan 750 has two-into-one exhaust pipes with a high-mounted side canister, split seats and robust grab rails. Pannier mounts are available and there’s a top box rack as well. Riding stance is upright and comfortable, made possible with the centrally positioned footpegs and a wide handlebar. This relaxed rider triangle seems apt for long distance touring, as rider comfort can be optimized. Spy shot video below credit to PowerDrift.
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Reworked chassis, re-engineered engine
Royal Enfield Himalayan 750 will be using a new frame and subframe. Powering the bike will be a 750cc, parallel-twin engine, expected to deliver around 50-55 hp and 60 Nm of peak torque. It will be paired with a 6-speed transmission. This 750cc engine is likely to be a re-engineered version of the existing 648 cc engine. The higher capacity could have been achieved by using a bigger bore. The 648cc engine delivers 47 hp and 52 Nm of torque.
With the more powerful 750cc engine, users can expect enhanced cruising capabilities. The bike will be getting premium features such as cruise control and a range of Bluetooth-based connectivity functions. Turn-by-turn navigation is expected to be part of the tech kit. With increased power output, the braking setup has been upgraded with dual discs at the front. Royal Enfield’s 650cc motorcycles are equipped with a single front disc brake. At the rear, Himalayan 750 has a single disc brake. Wheel size is 19-inch front and 17-inch rear.
Suspension setup comprises USD front forks and a monoshock rear shock absorber. It is likely that the suspension will be adjustable, allowing users to customize as per their needs and preferences. The bike should be able to handle mild to moderate off-road tracks. Upon launch, Royal Enfield Himalayan 750 will rival the likes of Kawasaki Versys 650 and Suzuki V-Strom 650. Royal Enfield is also working on other 750cc models such as Continental GT-R 750 and Interceptor 750.
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Royal Enfield Himalayan 750Royal Enfield has had one of the most successful runs in motorcycle industry. The compay’s 350cc portfolio has been a home run for the brand and 650cc portfolio has seen great success in the middle-weight category. Now, the company will move into a higher performance ceiling with a new 750cc portfolio.
First of these 750cc motorcycles is rumoured to be the Continental GT-R 750. But there is a good probability of Himalayan 750 taking that mantle, as per latest leaked info from people aware of these developments who just confirmed that Himalayan 750 project is moving towards production. Let’s take a closer look.
Royal Enfield Himalayan 750
Himalayan 750 Moving Towards Production
A couple of months ago, Royal Enfield came out and officially revealed a test mule of Himalayan 750 conquering the mighty Khardung La in Ladakh region alongside Himalayan Electric test mule. This was the first time Royal Enfield showed these to the world and confirmed developments of said vehicles.
Now, a recent report from MCN reveals that Royal Enfield Himalayan 750 project is moving towards production. The statement was made by Mark Wells, who is Royal Enfield’s Global Head of Product Strategy and Industrial Design. Mr Wells did not reveal a specific timeline, but confirmed that Himalayan 750 is ahead of early prototype phase and they’re moving towards production.
Royal Enfield Himalayan 750 Teased
Himalayan 750 is one of the most demanded and most asked-for product revealed by the company’s consumer research. While it is not confirmed, it is speculated that Royal Enfield will employ a reworked version of their 650cc parallel-twin mill to carve out a bigger bore and a taller stroke, generating more power and torque.
Instead of creating an all-out off-roader, Royal Enfield Himalayan 750 will be more of an Adventure Tourer with emphasis on high speed highway cruising ability. It gets a smaller 19-inch front wheel, a semi fairing to cut down on wind resistance and what looks like a height adjustable front wind shield.
Royal Enfield Himalayan 750 Render
What to expect?
Other notable elements include circular headlights, a single-sided exhaust, USD telescopic front forks, a rear mono-shock a split seat setup with a pronounced step, wire-spoke wheels that may or may not support tubeless tyres and lastly, the dual disc brake setup at the front, which is the distinguishing element on the 750cc test mules.
Stronger braking is probably needed to off-set the increase in performance and also weight. Features-wise, Himalayan 750 is likely to get the same TFT Tripper Dash as Himalayan 450 and will support Google Maps. Royal Enfield might incorporate more electronic rider aids in the form of Traction Control, Cruiser Control with a ride-by-wire system and others. Launch timeline might be 2025 end or early 2026.
Himalayan 750 and Himalayan Electric Teased
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Himalayan 750 and Himalayan Electric TeasedRoyal Enfield has been testing two new ADVs for India and aims to extend them to global markets. Both are likely to be launched under the Himalayan umbrella, but are starkly opposite to each other where powertrains are concerned. That’s because one is a petrol-powered offering and the other is an electric vehicle.
Of course we’re talking about upcoming Himalayan 750 and Himalayan Electric (showcased as HIM-E at 2023 EICMA) that have been spotted testing before. Now, Royal Enfield has officially teased both these motorcycles at the same time with an amazing backdrop of the Himalayan mountain range at Khardung La pass in Ladakh.
Himalayan 750 and Himalayan Electric Teased
Himalayan 750 and HIM-E Teased
For the first time, Royal Enfield has officially teased their upcoming ADV projects on their social media platform. Both the Himalayan 750 and Himalayan Electric (both names not confirmed) seen in these pictures are still not finalized for production. Himalayan 750 looks close to production while Himalayan Electric looks like it is still in prototype phase.
Himalayan 750 test mules have been spied multiple times both in India and abroad, while Himalayan Electric test mules were spied only a couple of days ago outside a hotel in Ladakh. Royal Enfield is testing both these vehicles in the Himalayan range in off-road terrains. In Royal Enfield’s pictures we can see both of them making it to Khardung La pass in Ladakh.
Royal Enfield Himalayan 750 Teased
Royal Enfield wrote “Out with the team in the Himalayas doing what we love the most!” in the caption. Interestingly, Royal Enfield used multiple hashtags in this caption, but did not reveal names of these products. #RidePure and #PureMotorcycling were used among others, which are likely to be marketing slogans for Himalayan Electric.
What to expect?
The team is testing performance of Himalayan 750 and Himalayan Electric in high altitude terrains. Both test mules donned temporary Red registration plates from Tamil Nadu state. Only the Himalayan 750 had dual disc brake setup, which hints at a higher performance ceiling than what is offered with 650cc engine.
Royal Enfield Himalayan Electric Teased
Himalayan 750 is more of an adventure tourer laying emphasis on both off-roading and high speed touring. In that regard, it gets what looks like 19-inch front and 17-inch rear wire-spoke wheels wrapped with dual sport tyres, long travel USD telescopic front forks and rear mono-shock, an upswept exhaust and a tall windscreen.
In comparison, Himalayan Electric looks like it packs quite a lot of non finalized equipment from premium aftermarket parts providers. It is likely to offer a similar performance ceiling as Himalayan 450 and could be positioned with a premium price tag. More details will unravel in the future. More
Royal Enfield Himalayan Electric Spied TestingRoyal Enfield has been taking long strides in electric mobility and we first saw a glimpse of it at the 2023 EICMA Show in Milan, Italy. Royal Enfield showcased a crude prototype of an electric off-roader called HIM-E, which abbreviates to Himalayan Electric. After HIM-E, Royal Enfield also showcased Flying Flea range of motorcycles at 2024 EICMA Show – FF.C6 and FF.S6.
Now, Royal Enfield seems to have developed production versions of HIM-E and they could conveniently be called Himalayan Electric. These units were spotted at a hotel in Ladakh, where top management of Royal Enfield were supposedly testing them. Looking at these products, one might say they are close to production spec model.
Himalayan Electric Spied In Ladakh
Royal Enfield Himalayan Electric Spied
Himalayan has been the cornerstone in India’s adventure touring motorcycle segment. The versatility of touring and off-roading in one motorcycle is a fascinating package. With Royal Enfield Himalayan Electric spied, one could expect it to excel in off-roading as the brand’s DNA would suggest, but not so enthralling in touring department.
Himalayan Electric Spied In Ladakh
When compared to HIM-E prototype, Royal Enfield has ironed things out a lot with this version. We can still see some exposed welds on its custom aluminium swingarm. Speaking of aluminium, we can see it almost everywhere. The mainframe and subframe seems to be custom aluminium units and not a tubular trellis type.
Himalayan Electric Spied In Ladakh
The battery and motor seem to be stressed members of this chassis. There are aluminum luggage mounts at the front of these motorcycles just like in Himalayan 411 and 450. Heel plates are aluminium too and Himalayan Electric gets off-road pegs. Battery case is made of aluminium as well and it has interesting patterns which may represent the topological view of Himalayan terrains or something like that.
Himalayan Electric Spied In Ladakh
There’s not much to say about design as it takes a ‘function over form’ approach. There is a single-piece seat element that also replicates a fuel tank element, similar to what we saw in HIM-E concept. A front beak is missing, but we get a tall windscreen. Lighting is all LED with LED projector headlights and tail lights are integrated into its rear turn indicators.
Himalayan Electric Spied In Ladakh
Premium components
Where components are concerned, it is a premium affair on Royal Enfield Himalayan Electric. Wheels are spoked type SM Pro Platinum enduro units that are made of billet aluminium wrapped with knobby type Bridgestone Battlax Adventurecross tyres. Dropping anchor on this machine are fancy petal disc (single-disc setup) at both ends with Nissin Callipers.
Himalayan Electric Spied In Ladakh
Both brake fluid reservoirs are located on the handlebar. Speaking of, only one test mule had a braced handlebar with Renthal brace pad. Suspension is taken care of by fully-adjustable USD telescopic front forks along with fully adjustable Ohlins rear mono-shock. There was a sophisticated ECUMASTER dashboard on these mules which was of larger 7-inch unit. This dashboard is positioned in a tower unit like in rally bikes.
Himalayan Electric Spied In Ladakh
There’s no official confirmation regarding the launch of Royal Enfield Himalayan Electric. Also, we’re not sure how much of these premium components and features will make it to the final production version. Performance ceiling of Himalayan Electric is still unknown and one could speculate that it may have enough oomph to emulate Himalayan 450’s performance, which is not a bad thing. More
Royal Enfield Himalayan 650 Spied. Image – MCNews AU Royal Enfield’s highly anticipated Himalayan 650 has been spied testing in Southern Europe, giving enthusiasts a glimpse of what to expect from this flagship adventure tourer. Poised to be the brand’s most premium motorcycle, the Himalayan 650 is set to enter the middleweight adventure segment with […] More
Royal Enfield Himalayan 450 Rally VersionWith Himalayan 450 Rally Version spied testing, Royal Enfield can target buyers looking for more off-road-worthy hardware with their bike
With the launch of Himalayan 411, Royal Enfield forayed into the adventure off-roader genre for the first time. The company has been a staple name with off-road community in India and abroad. Now, Royal Enfield is carving out a more serious off-road machine based on Himalayan 450 as suggested by recent spy shots. Let’s take a look.
Himalayan 450 Rally Version Spied
As seen with the recent spy shots, Royal Enfield is testing a new version of Himalayan 450 and is set up for off-roading. The most obvious give-away is the Rally lettering on rear subframe body panels suggesting that it is more special than standard Himalayan 450.
Royal Enfield Himalayan 450 Rally Version
By offering Himalayan 450 Rally version, Royal Enfield aims to cater to off-road fanatics who looked at standard bike as more of a tourer. These off-road enthusiasts crave more off-road-worthy hardware in their motorcycles helping them go places they couldn’t before, in reasonable comfort.
The recent spy shots show a new exhaust setup, which is more substantial than standard bike. Also, this new exhaust is up-swept in design, which should allow for better water-wading ability than the stock bike’s exhaust unit. Front and rear tyres seem to be different than the Ceat ones offered with stock bike.
Royal Enfield Himalayan 450 Rally Version
Other than these changes, we can’t see anything else from what these limited spy shots show. But we can expect Royal Enfield to incorporate fully adjustable front and rear suspension setup, handlebar risers and knuckle guards, as part of its Rally package.
We couldn’t help but compare the newly spied vehicle in India with the motorcycle that did runs in Swank Rally Di Sardegna piloted by Salvatore Di Benedetto. Especially with the rear subframe panel with Rally lettering and shape of exhaust canister are concerned. With Himalayan 450 Rally version, we can expect more performance or re-worked engine mapping.
Royal Enfield Himalayan 450 – Salvatore Di Benedetto
What to expect?
With the launch of Himalayan 450, Royal Enfield laid more emphasis on touring rather than off-roading. It is heavier than Himalayan 411 and has a lot more tech and features catering to touring needs. It has tank cage, subframe mounts and a rear luggage mount which is beneficial for touring.
For off-roading, one would want a lighter machine with fully adjustable suspension at the front and rear and an up-swept exhaust for better water-wading ability. Royal Enfield might be trying out this formula. The 452cc liquid-cooled engine with 40 bhp and 40 Nm, 6-speed gearbox, 5-inch TFT Tripper Dash and other attributes will remain identical.
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