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    Royal Enfield Himalayan 450 First Official Teaser – Launch Next Year

    Royal Enfield’s consistent efforts to improve its product offerings will be evident once again with all-new Himalayan 4502023 Royal Enfield Himalayan 450 – RenderOne of the popular all-terrain bikes in the country, Royal Enfield Himalayan 411 is expected to be replaced with a more powerful 450cc model. New Himalayan will have better capabilities for highway cruising and extra torque for off-road environments. Launch is likely to take place in 2023.While the new Himalayan retains the core silhouette of its predecessor, there are quite a few changes that give the bike a unique identity. Expected to be launched next year, it has now been teased officially.Royal Enfield Himalayan 450 TeasedRoyal Enfield and their MD have shared an interesting new video on their Instagram accounts today. At first glance, it looks like a Himalayan that is crossing river somewhere in Ladakh region. It does not take long for one to realize that it is not the Himalayan that is currently on sale. But something else. The video has the caption – Testing 1, 2, 3..Well, this is the first official teaser of the upcoming new Himalayan, that is popularly known as the Himalayan 450. Though the teaser only shows the front LED headlight, earlier test mules that were spotted in full camouflage, revealed design tweaks. These include changes to the headlamp cowl, windshield, front beak, fuel tank and side panels. Himalayan 450 has been equipped with a stubbier exhaust, as compared to that of current model.New Royal Enfield Himalayan 450 teasedVideo @royalenfield pic.twitter.com/1mNE045xZl— RushLane (@rushlane) August 22, 2022Things like front and rear luggage racks will be largely the same. There could be some slight variations in line with the bike’s profile. In terms of functionality, the luggage racks could be made stronger to boost their load carrying capacity. Step-up split seats look familiar, so does the rear tail section.Ride ergonomics appears more or less the same, even though there could be some changes to the positioning of the handlebar and footpegs. Being an all-terrain bike, it’s a tad difficult for designers to balance the needs of highway cruising and off-road tracks. Himalayan has witnessed continuous improvements over the years and riding comfort can be expected to be better with the new 450cc model.Himalayan 450 engine and specsPowering new Himalayan will be a 450cc engine, capable of generating close to 40 bhp of max power and 45 Nm of peak torque. This makes it a more powerful machine, as compared to the likes of KTM 390 Adventure and BMW G 310 GS. In its current form, Himalayan produces a modest 24.3 bhp and 32 Nm. Another key update will be a 6-speed transmission, replacing the existing 5-speed unit.Royal Enfield Himalayan 450 Side ViewEquipped with USD forks at front, new Himalayan 450 will have better handling and control at high speeds. At rear, the bike will have monoshock suspension. Riding on 21-inch front and 17-inch rear wheels, new Himalayan 450 will be dimensionally similar to the current model.Braking system will have disc brakes at both ends, integrated with dual-channel ABS as standard. As compared to manually switchable ABS offered with current Himalaya, the new model will have automatic function. Rear ABS will be switched off automatically as soon as the user selects off-road ride mode. There will be other ride modes as well such as road and rain.Other key updates will include features like ride-by-wire throttle. Heated grips could also be offered as an option. This will come handy when riding in cooler climes. Users will also be able to choose from multiple options for handlebar and handguards. Debut is likely to take place at EICMA 2022 in November this year, while launch can happen in H1 2023. A Scram version is also in the making. More

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    2023 Royal Enfield Himalayan Scram 450 – Side, Rear View Spied

    Just like Scram 411 and its ADV sibling, Royal Enfield Scram 450 will share most of the equipment list with upcoming Himalayan 450Royal Enfield Himalayan 450 Scram SpiedLaunching Scram 411, a road-friendly version of Himalayan, was a good strategy to target users with limited off-roading needs. Scram 411 also works for folks who just want an adventure-style bike for their urban commutes. Another plus for Scram 411 is its affordable price in comparison to Himalayan.As Royal Enfield is developing a more capable version of Himalayan, it is natural that its Scram version will also be launched. While Himalayan 450 will use the extra power to conquer more challenging trails, Scram 450 will utilize it for faster acceleration and higher top speeds on wide open roads. Although both bikes will have the same engine, there could be small tweaks in tuning to suit Scram 450’s urban scrambler profile.2023 Royal Enfield Himalayan Scram 450 SpiedRetro theme is clearly evident in features such as round headlamp and rear view mirrors and tear-drop shaped fuel tank. Scram 450 is likely to get a circular instrument pod. Tripper navigation could be available as an optional feature. The bike has bare minimum body panelling, which will make it lighter than Himalayan 450. It also ensures a sporty look and feel.A test mule of Himalayan 450 spotted recently was seen with dedicated racks close to the fuel tank. In the case of Scram 450, luggage carrying equipment won’t be a standard feature. Being lighter, Scram 450 will have a higher power to weight ratio.Royal Enfield Himalayan 450 Scram SpiedEven with a long wheelbase, Himalayan Scram 450 can be seen deftly negotiating the busy city streets. Making it possible are features such as low seat height and raised, pulled-back handlebars. Riding stance is quite comfortable with scooped up seat and centrally placed footpegs.Other key features of Scram 450 include sharp turn signals, fork gaiters, telescopic forks, engine bash plate, monoshock rear suspension and sporty tail section. The bike has disc brakes at both ends and dual-channel ABS will be offered as standard. Wide rear tyre should help improve safety at high speeds, when braking and across slippery conditions.Scram 450 performanceScram 450 will be utilizing the same engine as that of upcoming Himalayan 450. One of the key reasons for developing a 450cc version of Himalayan is to fix performance limitations, as pointed out by hardcore off-road enthusiasts. Himalayan 411 makes 24.3 bhp of max power and 32 Nm of peak torque, which is significantly less than KTM 390 Adventure that churns out 43.5 PS and 37 Nm. Royal Enfield will be looking to bridge this gap in performance with Himalayan 450 model.While Himalayan 450 is expected to debut around Q1, CY23, Scram 450 will be launched a few months later. It will be more affordable, priced likely at around Rs 2.60 lakh. In comparison, Himalayan 450 could be offered at a starting price of Rs 2.80 lakh. With lower pricing, Scram 450 could miss out on features such as GPS navigation, ride-by-wire tech and ride modes. These features are likely to be offered with Himalayan 450.Source More

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    Royal Enfield Himalayan 450 Side View Detailed – New Spy Shots

    Himalayan 450 will get a larger 450cc engine which will make more power and torque to compete with the 390 AdventureRoyal Enfield Himalayan 450 Side View. Image – Motorcycle NewsRoyal Enfield has been developing the Himalayan 450 for quite some time now. New motorcycle will stay true to the precedent set by its 411cc sibling. It will be marketed as an adventure tourer in India competing with BMW G310GS and KTM 390 Adventure. After the exhaust design was spied a few days back, new spy shots reveal side view.The updates expected on the Himalayan 450 will make it even more capable off-road and even more relaxed on-road. In latest spy shots from the UK by Motorcycle News, we can see that the new motorcycle gets significantly broader seats to accommodate riders of all frames and sizes.Royal Enfield Himalayan 450 – New Spy ShotsIt is also expected to get comfier cushioning to give riders more support and comfort. This will also make sure that riders can ride farther on one stretch before needing to take a break further aiding Himalayan 450’s touring abilities.Rider’s triangle also seems to be better than Himalayan 411. This will aid the rider in daily commutes and as well as highway runs. Pillion seat looks like an upgrade too as it looks broader and better cushioned in comparison to Himalayan 411. The pillion will also appreciate the placement of the rear footpegs and big grab handle beneath them.Royal Enfield Himalayan 450 Spied in the UKHimalayan will get a bigger 450cc single-cylinder petrol engine with an overhead camshaft. It will get oil cooling. It is expected to make more power and more torque than Himalayan 411. This will make it an even worthy opponent to the likes of KTM 390 Adventure and BMW G310GS. The engine might be coupled to a brand new 6-speed transmission instead of the 5-speed unit on Himalayan 411.The motorcycle will get spoked wheels at the front and rear. Wheels are expected to be 21” at front and 17” at the rear like Himalayan 411. Ground clearance on the newer model seems to be higher. This might be due to beefier forks with longer suspension travel. Final production version of Himalayan 450 will be slightly bigger than the outgoing Himalayan 411 and is also expected to weigh a little more due to the bigger engine.Royal Enfield Himalayan 450 FeaturesHimalayan 450 will get tubular frames at front and rear to hold luggage, panniers and jerry cans. It will also get a new vertically mounted instrument cluster which will easily fall in rider’s peripheral vision. Other expected features on the bigger Himalayan include, dual-channel switchable ABS, slip and assist clutch, some kind of riding modes with different throttle maps, GPS navigation on the instrumentation and maybe even ride-by-wire to make the throttle response better. In the video below, we can see the Himalayan 450 on test in India.[embedded content][embedded content]The Himalayan will come with off-road specific features too. Even though Royal Enfield hasn’t made it official, we can expect a robust suspension, capable engine, stiff chassis and durable components. Royal Enfield might even consider more off-road friendly components as an option at least as Hero does with its Xpulse 200 in the form of the Rally Kit. When launched, it will be a worthy competitor to the more road-biased KTM 390 Adventure, BMW G310GS and the upcoming Hero Xpulse 300. More

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    Royal Enfield Himalayan Two New Colours – Glacial Blue, Dune Brown

    Royal Enfield Himalayan gets 2 additional colours from the company’s previous colour paletteRoyal Enfield Himalayan – New ColoursRoyal Enfield takes credit for properly rejuvenating the adventure-tourer motorcycle genre for the masses. Okay, we had Impulse from Hero MotoCorp before Himalayan. But we never fully appreciated Impulse’s brilliance until it was discontinued. Enthusiasts went overboard and actually swapped its 155cc engine with Karizma’s 223cc engines and called it Karipulse.It was not an actual thing from Hero, but it became a thing even though it wasn’t road legal. We’ll save our rant on the Government’s modification laws for vehicles in India for another day. But two manufacturers seemed to take notice of the Karipulse. They were Royal Enfield and Hero themselves.With the launch of Himalayan, Royal Enfield beat Hero MotoCorp to the finish line of launching an adventure tourer by three years. It was launched in 2016. In BS3 guise, Himalayan was a purpose-built motorcycle designed to take on the, well, Himalayan Range. If they wanted to take on Western Ghats, they would have named it Western Ghats. But Royal Enfield is also developing a bigger and more sophisticated 450cc Himalayan and in the meantime, to keep the aging product fresh, Himalayan 411 gets two more colours to spice things up.Royal Enfield Himalayan Two New ColoursRoyal Enfield has introduced two new colour schemes for Himalayan. These new colours don’t resemble any of the colours Himalayan got before. They stand out like they were intended to. One of the colours resembles the dark pastel yellow colour that Royal Enfield Classic range of motorcycles used to get. It was a special edition on Classic 500 in particular which is now discontinued, and was dubbed as Desert Storm. On Classic 350 that is currently on sale, it is called Single Desert Sand. On the Himalayan, it is called Dune Brown.2022 Royal Enfield Himalayan Dune Brown ColourBut unlike a monotone finish on Classic 500 Desert Storm, the way it has been implemented on Himalayan is very similar to Pine Green shade. The front beak, sides of the fuel tank and side body panels covering toolbox and air box, get an irregular camouflage pattern. This makes it look a lot more interesting than Desert Storm shade on Classic 500 and Single Desert Sand on Classic 350.The other colour Himalayan gets is similar to Lagoon Blue colour shade that was offered with the Classic 350 and Classic 500. This new Himalayan colour is called Glacial Blue. Unlike the other shade with patterns, it is a single colour offering without any patterns to spruce things up. Front beak, fuel tank and side body panels get this mono-coloyr shade. Both these new colours are inspired by the extreme yet picturesque elements of nature.Himalayan New Colours PriceHimalayan currently gets 9 colour options and the new colours add a tasteful variety to the list. These new colours were revealed at the 2022 Royal Enfield Himalayan Odyssey, which was flagged from Delhi earlier today. Images are credited to participants @manavsinha, @kochimachan and @turbochargedmag.In terms of purpose-built hardcore off-roaders, Royal Enfield Himalayan only competes with Hero Xpulse 200. But adhering to genre and pricing, it competes with KTM 390 Adventure, BMW G 310 GS and the likes. Speaking of G 310 GS, it recently got new colour schemes that might interest you. More

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    Royal Enfield Himalayan Black ADV Kit Launch Price AUD 1,290 (Rs 72k)

    Black Series Adventure Kit will be exclusive to the 2022 version of Royal Enfield Himalayan 411 ADV in the Australian marketRoyal Enfield Himalayan Black Adventure KitRoyal Enfield has introduced the 2022 Himalayan 411 ADV in Australian markets. Himalayan is priced at AUD$ 8,390 (Rs 4,67,417) for the Euro 5 spec model and is also being offered with a special kit of black finished accessories called ‘Black Series Adventure Kit’. This is a pack of 6 accessories that enhance the off -roading and touring capabilities of the 411 ADV.It comes in at an introductory offer of AUD$ 1,290 (Rs. 71,861) being the special year end discount, however the initial pricing is at AUD$ 2,020 (Rs. 1,12,537). This is a limited period offer and will only be available in Australian markets till 30th June 2022 which also marks the end of fiscal year in Australia.Royal Enfield Himalayan Black Adventure Kit‘Black Series Adventure Kit’ introduced for the 2022 Himalayan 411 ADV includes all black accessories. Among these are a set of Aluminum Panniers of 26 liter capacities, Pannier Mounting Kit, Large Engine Guard, Adventure Hand-Guard Kit, Master Cylinder Guard and an Oil Cooler Guard.The accessories can either be purchased as a kit or can also be procured separately during the time of booking or even after delivery. As the name suggests, each of these accessories are finished in a Matte Black colour scheme.Royal Enfield Himalayan Black Adventure KitThe large engine guard is finished with 25mm mild steel tubing and a corrosion resistant dual coating. The hand guard shields protect the levers from damage in the event of a tip over while there is the anodized aluminum Master Cylinder Guard that protects braking components from harm.The Oil Cooler Guard safe guards the radiator from on-road and off-road debris. The pannier kit bolts directly to the Himalayan’s frame with a very secure fit. Royal Enfield 2022 Himalayan 411 ADV is offered in a total of 6 colour options. These include Rock Red, Granite Black, Pine Green, Lake Blue, Mirage Silver and Gravel Grey.RE Himalayan 411 ADV – Engine SpecsThe 2022 Himalayan remains in terms of design as was also seen on its earlier counterpart. It gets a half-duplex split frame and rides on a 21 inch front wheel for better off-roading prowess. Kerb weight is at 191 kgs while ground clearance stands at 220mm. It also receives a 15 liter tank capacity. Engine specifications on the 2022 Himalayan 411 ADV includes a 411cc, single cylinder, SOHC, air cooled engine offering 24.3 hp power at 6,500 rpm and 32 Nm torque at 4,500 rpm mated to a 5 speed transmission.Royal Enfield Himalayan Black Adventure Kit – ColoursIntroduction of this al black adventure kit for RE Himalayan 411 ADV in Indian markets is not yet confirmed. However, in related news, the company also introduced the RE Classic 350 and Meteor in Malaysian markets. These are the two models that are consistent in sales in Indian markets and the company expects to see the same demand in Malaysia. In Malaysia, the RE Classic 350 is priced at RM 23,500 (Rs 4.41 lakh) while the Meteor carries a price tag of RM 24,500 (Rs 4.32 lakh). Both bikes are at a premium of around Rs 2 lakh over their Indian pricing. More

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    Royal Enfield Himalayan 450 Scram And ADV – Spied Together

    One can expect the new Himalayan 450 to be an improved product in almost every respectRoyal Enfield Himalayan 450 Scram and ADVRoyal Enfield is right in the middle of modernizing its entire product portfolio. After getting the Meteor up and running, the retro-classic specialist has turned its attention to renovating the Himalayan adventure tourer. RE is also busy developing a new variant of its 350 cc family in the form of Hunter 350.New Royal Enfield Himalayan 450Pre-series prototypes of next gen Royal Enfield Himalayan 450 have made a habit of getting photographed while they are on a mission to accumulate crucial test miles. This time, the new adventure tourer was captured along with what appears to be its scrambler sibling (we will talk about it later). Spy shots are credited to automotive enthusiast Karunakaran.As the development process progresses, the prototypes are inching closer to production version, and we like what we see. New RE Himalayan 450 appears to be enjoying a significantly improved level of perceived quality. Hardware enhancements come in the form of a new frame which is expected to be sturdier (better off-road performance), new inverted front forks and an all-new 450 cc single-cylinder liquid-cooled motor.Nothing much is known about the engine as of now but we bet it will have much better output figures than the outgoing 411 cc air and oil-cooled unit which develops a rather modest 24 hp and 32 Nm of torque. It is also being said that the new engine will offer ride-by-wire technology which will enable ride modes. The RE loyalists would definitely love the boost in highway performance the new heart promises to bring on board.Royal Enfield Himalayan 450 ADVOther noteworthy changes include a larger fuel tank which will translate into improved range, wider and more comfortable 2-piece seats, a digital instrument cluster which is likely to incorporate smartphone connectivity of turn-by-turn navigation and an array of provisions for touring accessories. The motorcycle appears to have retained its predecessors 21-inch front and 17-inch rear spoke wheels shod with dual-purpose tyres.Royal Enfield Scram 450 in the making?Interestingly, the Himalayan 450 was accompanied by another test mule. In the earlier post, we mentioned this motorcycle as Hunter 350. But that is not correct. Hat tip to our readers for the help. This new test mule is believed to be a scrambler version of the new Himalayan 450 ADV. Upon launch next year, the H450 twins are likely to have a similar setup on offer by RE, like the current Himalayan 411 and Scram 411.New Royal Enfield Scram 450 seems to be equipped with suspension setup (front gets conventional forks, against USD on ADV version), frame and engine identical to those of the former. The circular headlamp, simple instrument dial, flat handlebar and heavily contoured single-piece seat makes it a textbook scrambler. This variant adopts 17-inch alloy wheels with dual purpose tyres and a conventional telescopic front forks instead of the adventure tourer’s upside-down setup. The scrambler variant also features a different fuel tank.Royal Enfield Scram 450 HimalayanGiven that developing a new liquid-cooled engine ground up comes with a huge investment, it makes sense to maximize the return by employing it in more than just one product. We won’t be surprised if RE’s new mid-size motor finds itself on-board more products in addition to the new Himalayan and its Scrambler derivative.We expect RE to debut the new Himalayan 450 sometime later this year, probably at EICMA 2022 in Milan in November. The Scram 450 is also expected to debut at the same event, if not, it will follow in a few months’ time. With vast improvements and state-of-the-art technologies, the Indian adventure tourer will be a much more appealing prospect than its predecessor not only in the domestic market but also in the international markets. More

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    2023 Royal Enfield Himalayan 450 Render Based On New Spy Shots

    Upon its launch, the new Royal Enfield Himalayan 450 is expected to be a more potent rival to KTM 390 Adventure2023 Royal Enfield Himalayan 450 – RenderRoyal Enfield Himalayan was conceived by none other than their CEO, Siddhartha Lal. It was considered to be his brainchild, due to his love for riding motorcycles in the Himalayas. It was first showcased as a concept in 2015, and was launched in 2016. Apart from India, Himalayan is on sale in many countries around the globeThe initial years saw Royal Enfield fixing multiple issues that were reported by customers. To solve these, RE has delivered updates to the Himalayan every now and then, the latest being in 2021. With the Himalayan more or less sorted now, Royal Enfield has started work on Gen 2 Himalayan, which will be a completely different machine.2023 Royal Enfield Himalayan 450 RenderUpcoming next generation Himalayan will be powered by an all-new engine which will be more modern and powerful than the current 411cc unit. Test mules have already been spotted on a number of occasions. Based on these spy shots, design artist Pratyush Rout has created a digital rendering of the upcoming Himalayan 450. The adventure bike flaunts a fair bit of design updates, making it distinct from the current Himalayan.2023 Himalayan 450 render portrays it as a typical adventure bike with characteristic elements like a large windscreen, a beak upfront, a tall stance and a large luggage rack at rear. It is evident that the designer has tried to retain the core Himalayan DNA, as Royal Enfield intends to. That said, there are noticeable variations that set both motorcycles apart.2023 Royal Enfield Himalayan 450 – RenderFor instance, it gets a reshaped fuel tank which seems to be larger than the one in the current model. Split seats have been revised and appear to be more comfortable, especially for the pillion with its flat contour. Instead of a long, upswept exhaust in chrome finish, the upcoming model will feature a short bottle exhaust finished in black.2023 Royal Enfield Himalayan 450 – RenderRiding triangle appears to be slightly different from the current model and is focused on more comfort. Handlebar is taller and pulled towards the rider while footpegs are mounted centrally. Other visual highlights include a floating tail section, handguards, a redesigned rear panel, a circular headlamp and a new sleeker LED tail lamp with LED turn indicators.Expected Features & SpecsThe upcoming version of Himalayan gets completely new body panels. In terms of features, it will receive an all-new circular instrument console that is almost parallel to the front visor. Himalayan 450 is also expected to be laced with some modern gadgetry such as Bluetooth connectivity, turn-by-turn navigation, ride-by-wire throttle and riding modes like road, off-road and rain.2023 Royal Enfield Himalayan 450 – RenderSome major changes are expected under the skin. The new adventure bike will be underpinned by a trellis frame and is most likely to be lighter than the existing model. Suspension duties are expected to be carried out by new upside-down forks at front and a mono-shock at rear. Brakes are expected to be larger single-disc units at both ends, likely to be aided by a switchable ABS.The new Himalayan is expected to roll on similar 21-inch front and 17-inch rear wire-spoked wheels as before. The wheels will be wrapped by knobby dual-purpose tyres. Powering Himalayan 450 will be a brand new 450cc single-cylinder, liquid-cooled engine that could dish out around 40 bhp of peak power. This unit is expected to be paired with a 5-speed gearbox. More

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    RE Himalayan, Meteor Prices Likely To Reduce – Tripper Navigation Discontinued

    Royal Enfield will not be offering Tripper Navigation as a standard feature in any of its modelsRoyal Enfield Meteor 350 – Tripper Navigation Discontinued As Standard FeatureRoyal Enfield is constantly busy providing small updates to its lineup. The latest piece of update is not expected to sit well with Royal Enfield fans and prospective buyers. The Chennai-based bikemaker has discontinued the standard feature of Tripper Navigation from Meteor 350 and Himalayan.The cruiser and the adventure tourer were offered with this feature as standard across all variants. After the latest update, Tripper Navigation on these bikes will only be available through Royal Enfield’s MIY configurator on the official website as an optional accessory.Tripper Navigation deleted from Meteor, HimalayanExact reason for deletion of this feature isn’t known but it could be due to the global shortage of semiconductor chips. Sources tell RushLane that prices of both Meteor and Himalayan are likely to be reduced by about Rs 5,000, because of the discontinuation of Tripper Navigation. In other models like the new-gen Classic 350 and Scram 411, Tripper Navigation has been offered as an optional accessory from the beginning.The Tripper pod displays turn-by-turn navigation when paired with the Royal Enfield app on the rider’s smartphone via Bluetooth. Recently, Royal Enfield added three new colour options in the Meteor 350 lineup. These included a green and blue paint in the base Fireball variant and a new red shade offered in the top-end Supernova variant. All in all, the cruiser is now available in a total of ten paint schemes with three variants on offer.New Royal Enfield HimalayanBooking Amount IncreasedIn another update, Royal Enfield has decided to increase booking amount from Rs 10,000 to Rs 20,000 for all its models. The revised booking amount will come into effect starting from 1 May 2022 onwards. The company currently has seven offerings under its belt including Bullet 350, Classic 350, Meteor 350, Himalayan, Scram 411, Interceptor 650 and Continental GT 650.Upcoming Models from Royal EnfieldRoyal Enfield is also busy developing multiple new models for the coming future. In the 350cc category, it is developing Hunter 350 and the new-gen Bullet 350 that will be underpinned by the new J series platform. On the other hand, the company is also developing multiple new models in the 650cc category including Super Meteor and Shotgun.A more powerful 450cc iteration of Himalayan is also under development. All these models have already been spotted testing on multiple occasions in recent times. Royal Enfield is expected to launch at least two new models in the remainder of this year. One of them is likely to be Hunter 350 while the other is expected to be a cruiser based on the 650cc platform called Super Meteor 650.The former is expected to be powered by a 349cc, single-cylinder, air-cooled engine that kicks out 20.2 bhp and 27 Nm of peak torque. This unit is paired with a 5-speed gearbox. The latter, on the other hand, will be powered by a 648cc parallel-twin, oil-cooled engine that dishes out 47 bhp and 52 Nm of peak torque. This motor will be mated to a 6-speed gearbox. More