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      Royal Enfield Scram 650 And Classic 650 Spotted Testing Together

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      Royal Enfield Scram 650Where Classic 650 dwells into its Classic-ness, Scram 650 emerges as the more sporty offering and it could be the lightest RE 650 bikeThe iconic British motorcycle manufacturer, Royal Enfield, is gearing up to launch new motorcycles to further expand its ever-expanding portfolio. The latest launch from Bullet-maker was Shotgun 650 and the 650cc portfolio will be further expanded to include Classic 650 and Scram 650, as both were spotted testing.Royal Enfield Scram 650 & Classic 650 SpottedThe four motorcycle launches per year strategy keenly followed by Royal Enfield has yielded the first product – Shotgun 650. There are three more to go for the year 2024 and one of these three is likely to be Scram 450, which is a stripped-down version of New Himalayan 450. The other two launches might include both 350cc and 650cc offerings.Scram 650 and Classic 650Upcoming motorcycles in 650cc category are Classic 650 and Scram 650. Both these motorcycles are currently under testing. The recent spy shots credited to automotive enthusiast DerpBDerpy, show both upcoming Classic 650 and Scram 650 in the same frame, trundling down the streets of Chennai city.Where design is concerned, Classic 650 looks very much like a lengthened Classic 350, which is not a bad thing at all. This formula exudes timeless appeal and radiates understated elegance. Whereas, Scram 650 looks like an Interceptor 650 on steroids. When launched, Scram 650 is likely to get the name Interceptor Bear 650.Tripper Dash on Scram 650Scram 650 is the most feature-loaded and lightest RE 650Where main frame is concerned, Scram 650 is closely related to Interceptor 650, while Classic 650 is more relatable with Super Meteor 650. Where componentry is concerned, it is the opposite. We’re talking about Classic 650 showing less premium components and Scram 650 lapping up more premium hardware.Digital speedo of the upcoming Scram 650Both motorcycles fall under two distinctly different motorcycle umbrellas within RE’s 650cc portfolio. There are stark differences between two umbrellas in Royal Enfield’s 650cc motorcycle portfolio. One umbrella has Interceptor 650 and GT Continental 650, while the other umbrella houses Super Meteor 650 and recently launched Shotgun 650.This bifurcation is important for Royal Enfield and both these umbrellas get different equipment. Classic 650 will join the lower-level and less-equipped 650cc bikes with conventional instrument cluster, RSU telescopic front forks, silver engine bay and the likes. Whereas Scram 650 is a more premium offering with USD telescopic front forks, black engine bay and RE’s new Tripper Dash screen.Side view of the Scram 650Scram 650 gets a single-sided exhaust and knobby tyres with a minimal tail, while Classic 650 goes full regalia where classic-ness is concerned. Both motorcycles come equipped with the same 648cc parallel twin engine that is capable of developing around 47 bhp peak power and 52 Nm peak torque, mated to a 6-speed gearbox and a slipper clutch. Engine tuning might differ between both bikes to suit their respective character. More

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      Royal Enfield Himalayan 450 Long Term Review – First Impression

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      Royal Enfield New Himalayan 450 First Impression ReviewWhen compared to discontinued Himalayan 411, Royal Enfield New Himalayan 450 is a significant upgrade to rival offerings from Triumph, Yezdi, KTM and BMWIndian 2W market has a multitude of sub-segments. Adventure lifestyle motorcycle segment might not be the volume generator that manufacturers rely on. But it garners the most interest from enthusiasts. Hero Impulse and Royal Enfield Himalayan 411 kick-started and are stalwarts in this segment. Royal Enfield New Himalayan a.k.a. Himalayan 450 is the latest entrant to this sub-segment and this is our first impression after around 1,000 km with this motorcycle.Royal Enfield New Himalayan 450New Himalayan is one of Royal Enfield’s latest launches. The company loaned us a New Himalayan for a long-term review. Around 1,000 km with this motorcycle, this is a perfect time for us to share our first impressions on RE’s new adventure horse. New Himalayan is the spiritual successor to Himalayan 411, which has touched thousands of thrill seekers’ hearts worldwide.New Himalayan 450 Side ProfileWith a detailed review underway, I would be sticking to positives and negatives revolving around New Himalayan and laying down my thoughts in a systematic way. As impressive as Royal Enfield New Himalayan is, there is still a lot of work at company’s hands.Himalayan 450 Long Term Review – Positives1. Design & Road presenceNew Himalayan is not offensive in any way. It sticks to classic ADV motorcycle genre with a purposeful approach. Personally, I’m not a fan of large beaks on motorcycles without a fairing (semi-fairing or full-fairing) and that’s the only thing I would get rid of, which is subjective, though. Overall silhouette might be similar to Himalayan 411, but there is a significant bulk with New Himalayan that is immediately evident. It grabs eyeballs and I often faced multiple inquiries from strangers regarding the motorcycle. Never in a bad way.New Himalayan 450 Ergonomics2. ErgonomicsI did a 550 km ride in a day on this New Himalayan. The upright posture with centre-set footpegs positioning ensured I was devoid of any fatigue and strain in my wrists, shoulders, elbows, neck, back and legs. There are two seat height settings – 825 mm and 845 mm. Being a 182 cm tall individual, the taller setting appealed to me more and I could easily flat foot too.3. Performance & EfficiencyNew Sherpa 450 engine has oodles of performance. 100 km/h mark comes in under 7 seconds and the urge with which this machine accelerates is unlike any single-cyl Royal Enfield. Acceleration is addictive too, tempting you to flick the throttle more often than necessary. Peak power is 40 bhp and peak torque is 40 Nm and these are very healthy numbers. 120+ km/h cruising speed is a cakewalk. Efficiency is respectable for a 452cc, 40 bhp, 40 Nm, 196 kg motorcycle. The 550 km ride I embarked on, took around 16L of fuel, which works out to be a good 34 km/l fuel efficiency and 550 km to 580 km tank range.4. TechnologyThe new Sherpa 450 engine is the first of its kind for Royal Enfield. It features liquid cooling, a DOHC 4V head, electronic throttle (ride by wire), a slip and assist clutch and a 6-speed gearbox (a smooth one at that). Overall appeal of New Himalayan is that of a tech-loaded package, which is unlike any other Royal Enfield. Heating is well-contained with a large radiator and active cooling fans do a pretty good job. It gets warm, but not uncomfortably hot.New Himalayan 450 Liquid-cooling5. Ride & Handling43 mm USD telescopic front forks and rear mono-shock with long travel offer a decent balance between ride and handling. There is a sense of indestructibility about this setup and inspires a lot of confidence on smooth asphalt, speed humps, broken and beaten paths, trails and off-road situations. Standing and riding provide a greater sense of control while tackling the rough stuff too.Himalayan 450 is proving to be a capable handler, for what it is. The large 21-inch wheels need some effort to steer, but it is surprising how well Himalayan masks its weight at medium to high speeds. Straight-line stability is commendable, given its long wheelbase. Even though they’re not tubeless, the specially designed CEAT-sourced 90/90-21 and 140/70-17 front and rear tyres invoke confidence.New Himalayan 450 Specific CEAT TyresBraking hardware has seen an upgrade with strong performance from 320 mm front and 270 mm rear disc and dual-channel ABS with ride modes. There are no vibrations till around 95 km/h mark and the same vibe-free experience continues upwards of 125 km/h.6. GadgetsAll-around lighting is LEDs and rear blinkers also house tail lights, which is a neat touch. New Himalayan debuts Royal Enfield’s Tripper Dash, which is the world’s first circular display on a motorcycle to integrate Google Maps. There is a dedicated smartphone app to configure this display and it supports notifications, call alerts, music controls and other aspects via a 5-way clickable D-Pad and a Mode button on left switchgear. The display is surprisingly bright with an auto-brightness feature via a dedicated sensor. It is crisp and high-resolution too.New Himalayan 450 Tripper DashHimalayan 450 Long Term Review – Negatives I faced so far1. The Tripper DashAs good as Royal Enfield’s new Tripper Dash is, our unit never once worked to its full potential. The unit connects with my Samsung S Series smartphone. But music controls and Google Maps never once worked. Even Royal Enfield personnel fiddled around with it for an hour and gave up in despair. I even tried the same with an iPhone. It just never worked.2. Cumbersome city ridesThe 196 kg kerb weight is masked beautifully on open roads, but it makes its presence known in the city. Even more bothersome is a rather heavy clutch lever action, despite New Himalayan having a slip-and-assist clutch. I’ve faced both these negatives in OG Himalayan 411 too and remain unchanged. There’s a new negative with Himalayan 450 that Himalayan 411 never showed, which is low-speed tractability. There is absolutely no low-speed tractability with this engine and I have stalled the engine even in 1st gear on multiple occasions in peak Bengaluru traffic. With all three factors combined, I wouldn’t choose New Himalayan as my city commute partner. This beast yearns to be unleashed on the highway.New Himalayan 4503. Surprising vibrationsVibrations are one of the more surprising elements of Himalayan. We say this because the Sherpa 450 engine is very smooth and vibe-free at most speeds. Till 95 km/h, there are no vibrations at all. Post that, there are strong vibes that I felt in the handlebar, seat and even footpegs. Surprisingly, vibes taper off post 125 km/h speed. This grey area between 95 km/h and 125 km/h is actually the sweet spot for cruising on New Himalayan, but that’s exactly where the vibes kick in.New Himalayan 450 Switchgear4. Finicky switchgearThe new starter rocker shared with other Royal Enfields works beautifully. However, I wish Royal Enfield hadn’t re-invented high beam flasher and re-positioned it within low/high beam rocker switch. Especially when wearing leather gloves, it is hard to reach too. There is a mode button where flasher switch used to be that I hardly ever used. The 5-way clickable D-Pad to control is not a quality item and triggers false registers very frequently.5. Un-calibrated fuel guageI don’t know if this is with just our unit or all New Himalayans, but the fuel gauge is not acting as expected. When I first collected the motorcycle, DTE (Distance To Empty) was showing 42 km, which dropped to 15 km after going just 2 km. At this point, the tank was almost empty and I refuelled Rs. 1,000 worth, in New Himalayan’s 17L tank. Rs. 1,000 gives only 9.8L in Karnataka. Surprisingly, the fuel gauge showed 100%.I recreated this scenario. Only, this time I refuelled Rs. 800 worth (7.8L) in an almost empty tank. Surprisingly, the fuel gauge showed 100% again. Curiously, I recreated this scenario one last time and I refuelled just Rs. 100 (0.8L) in an almost empty tank to see how it would react. The meter didn’t fail to amuse as it rose 1 full bar, which is 25% of this tank. Yeah! When full, the first two bars of fuel level drop very slowly. Third bar is faster and the fourth is the fastest. I could see the fourth bar drop in real-time with a wide open throttle.New Himalayan 4506. Misaligned triple clampOur unit has never fallen once. But I could already see the triple clamp misaligned. Because of that, the handlebar tilts towards the exhaust side, while going straight. This kind of messes up the steering feedback as well. Also, strong rattles are coming out from this triple clamp area too.New Himalayan 450 Seat7. Uncomfortable seatI mentioned how comfortable New Himalayan’s ergonomics are, but it is exactly the opposite when it comes to its seat. The shape is perfect. It is only the foam used, which is very firm. I couldn’t ride on this seat more than 60 or 70 km in a stretch and I had to stand on the motorcycle every 30 km and shift my position every 15 km. No wonder why Royal Enfield sells a touring seat as an accessory.New Himalayan 450 Kamet White Pattern8. AestheticsI’m not a fan of how this Tripper Dash looks as it is tacked on with an exposed clamp. It could have been tidied up. Three people asked me why paint was flaking on a brand-new motorcycle. That’s because the pattern on Kamet White colour looks less like camouflage and more like flaking paint. I can’t unsee it now. Royal Enfield seems to be pushing the Kamet White colour with the media, but I think Kaza Brown, which is white, is the best colour for the New Himalayan.9. Missing featuresI am used to self-cancelling indicators on motorcycles and was surprised to see that New Himalayan doesn’t get it. Indicators don’t beep as well, so I often forgot that indicators were on. My Rs. 75,000 (on-road) Bajaj Pulsar 150 from 2010 has self-cancelling turn indicators and Royal Enfield New Himalayan 450 costs Rs. 4 lakh (on-road Karnataka). Ouch! Also, there is a ride-by-wire throttle and yet Royal Enfield didn’t develop cruise control on this wonderful touring machine. More

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      Royal Enfield Sales Breakup Jan 2024 – Classic, Bullet, Hunter, Himalayan, 650 Twins

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      New Royal Enfield Classic 350. Image – A N MOTOVLOGSRoyal Enfield posted significant growth in domestic markets while exports suffered both YoY and MoM declineTotal Royal Enfield sales in the past month stood at an impressive 76,187 units out of which the company sold 70,556 units in domestic markets while 5,631 units were exported. It was the 6th best-selling two wheeler OEM after Hero, Honda, TVS, Bajaj and Suzuki. In domestic markets, it was the RE 350cc portfolio that led the list while in terms of exports, the 650 Twins reported the highest numbers.Royal Enfield Sales Breakup Jan 2024In domestic markets, sales stood at 70,556 units in January 2024, up 4.22 percent from 67,702 units sold in January 2023. This was a volume growth of 2,854 units. MoM sales also improved by 23.15 percent from 57,291 units sold in December 2023. It was the company’s 350cc models, which included the Classic, Bullet, Hunter and Meteor that commanded the highest sales. Out of these, the Bullet 350 is a recent addition but climbed to a No. 2 spot taking over the Hunter and Meteor by significant numbers.Royal Enfield Sales Jan 2024 – DomesticClassic 350 sales were up 7.19 percent YoY to 29,013 units in January 2023 from 26,134 units sold in January 2023 to command a 39.70 percent share on this list. It was also a MoM growth of 31.93 percent from 21,234 units sold in December 2023.  Bullet 350 has also shown off both YoY and MoM growth to 15,590 units last month, up 12.21 percent YoY and 23.66 percent MoM from 13,893 units and 12,607 units sold in January 2023 and December 2023 respectively.RE Hunter 350 (13,536 units) and Meteor 350 (7,419 units) have both posted YoY decline in sales by 18.33 percent and 2.66 percent respectively. It was however a MoM growth by 15.64 percent and 22.20 percent. The new RE Himalayan 450, launched in November 2023 has been well received in Indian markets, though the same cannot be said about its exports. Himalayan sales improved by 33.25 percent YoY to 3,330 units as against 2,499 units sold in January 2023. However, it posted a marginal de-growth of 2.23 percent on a MoM basis from 3,406 units sold in December 2023.Royal Enfield Sales Jan 2024 – DomesticThere were also the 650 Twins that have seen its domestic sales grow by 129.80 percent YoY to 2,252 units from 980 units sold in January 2023 while MoM sales were higher by 38.58 percent over 1,625 units sold in December 2023. The RE sales list was trailed by the Super Meteor of which 416 units were sold last month, dipping 35.30 percent MoM from 643 units sold in December 2023.Royal Enfield Sales Jan 2024 – ExportsRE Exports Suffer Setback in January 2024Royal Enfield exports have dipped both on YoY and MoM basis by 20.60 percent and 7.63 percent respectively. There were 5,631 units exported last month as against 7,044 units shipped in January 2023 while there were 6,096 units exported in December 2023. Globally, it is the 650 Twins that sees highest demand with 1,858 units sold last month, an 11.57 percent YoY de-growth from 2,101 units exported in January 2023. However, its MoM performance improved by 16.34 percent from 1,597 units shipped in December 2023.The Meteor 350 has also seen increased YoY growth by 86.10 percent to 1,178 units though its MoM sales dipped by 6.51 percent. Classic 350 exports also fell 23.20 percent YoY and 19.54 percent MoM to 1,165 units while the relatively recent addition of Super Meteor saw 550 units shipped last month relating to a Mom de-growth of 2.48 percent from 564 units shipped in December 2023.Every other model in the company portfolio has shown off a decline in exports with Hunter 350 down 73.15 percent to 486 units last month from 1,810 units exported in January 2024. MoM exports also fell by 25.91 percent from 656 units shipped in December 2023. Hunter (486 units), Bullet 350 (233 units) and Himalayan (161 units) also posted MoM decline in exports. More

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      Royal Enfield Sales January 2024 – Classic, Bullet, Hunter, 650cc

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      Royal Enfield Shotgun 650Royal Enfield ended the first month of year 2024 on a positive note by registering sales growth across YoY, MoM and YTD aspectsIconic motorcycle brand, Royal Enfield, has ended the first month of year 2024 with positive overall sales prospects registering growth across YoY, MoM and YTD charts. The total Royal Enfield motorcycles sold last month stood at an impressive 76,187 units with 350cc portfolio being the primary contributor.Royal Enfield Sales January 2024The company’s 350cc portfolio includes the ever-green Bullet 350, Hunter 350, Meteor 350 and ever-popular Classic 350. Bullet 350 was the latest addition, but Classic 350 is by far the best-selling one with unprecedented popularity. Together, Royal Enfield sold 67,620 350cc motorcycles in January 2024.When compared to 68,183 units sold last year, there was a slight 0.83% YoY decline, losing 563 units in volume. 350cc motorcycles constituted 88.76% of Royal Enfield’s total sales last month. Speaking of MoM performance, the 67,620 350cc motorcycles outsold 55,401 units sold in December 2023.This was a 22.06% MoM growth, resulting in 12,219 units of volume gain YoY. This is an expected behaviour in sales at the beginning of a new year. Followed by 350cc motorcycles, we have Royal Enfield’s 411cc, new 450cc and 650cc motorcycles that come under the same umbrella.Royal Enfield Sales January 2024Together, this umbrella accounted for a 11.24% of Royal Enfield’s total sales with 8,567 units sold, which is a 30.53% YoY growth over 6,563 units sold last year and a 7.28% MoM growth over 7,986 units sold a month before. Volume growth stood at 2,004 units YoY and 581 units MoM.Exports declined sharply YoYRoyal Enfield’s total domestic sales stood at 70,556 units in January 2024, which is a 4.22% YoY growth over 67,702 units sold a year ago and an impressive 23.15% MoM growth over 57,291 units sold a month before. Volume gain stood at 2,854 units YoY and 13,265 units Mom. Domestic numbers account for 92.61% of Royal Enfield’s total sales.On the contrary, exports accounted for 7.39% of Royal Enfield’s total sales with 5,631 units. This is a 20.6% YoY decline when compared to 7,044 units shipped in Jan 2023. There was a 7.63% MoM decline too as RE shipped 6,096 units a month before.New Himalayan. Image – Shah Royal EnfieldIn total, Royal Enfield pushed out 76,187 units, which was a 1.93% YoY growth over 74,746 units sold in January 2023 and a 20.19% MoM growth over 63,387 units sold in December 2023. Volume growth stood at 1,441 units YoY and 12,800 units MoM.FY24 YTD SalesYTD, Royal Enfield sold 6,79,567 units of 350cc portfolio, which was a 11.63% positive growth over 6,08,772 units sold in FY23, with a volume growth of 70,795 units. Motorcycles over 350cc accounted for 81,679 units with 0.81% YoY decline. Total domestic numbers stood at 7,00,829 units with 14.79% YoY growth.Royal Enfield Sales January 2024 – YTDThe 60,417 units of exports accounted for a 25.04% YoY decline when compared to numbers from FY23. In total, Royal Enfield’s YTD sales for FY24 stood at 7,61,246 units with a 10.15% positive growth and 70,130 units gained in volume YoY. More

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      2024 Royal Enfield Hunter 450 On The Prowl – New Details Revealed

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      2024 Royal Enfield Hunter 450 SpiedRoyal Enfield’s new 450cc platform will spawn multiple new bikes, one of which will be Hunter 450Royal Enfield has benefitted immensely by introducing new products at regular intervals. With multiple options already available in 350cc and 650cc segments, the company will now step-up focus on its new 450cc platform. After Himalayan 450, the next bike in this range is expected to be Hunter 450. Launch is expected later this year, around the festive season.Hunter 450 – What to expect?With Hunter 450, Royal Enfield will be looking to replicate the success it has achieved with Hunter 350. With its compact design, a seamless neo-retro profile and agile performance, Hunter 350 had emerged as the second best selling Royal Enfield bike. It is currently ranked third, trailing Classic 350 and new Bullet 350. Hunter 450 will have the same USPs as highlighted with the smaller sibling. Enthusiasts looking for enhanced performance will probably choose the larger capacity Hunter 450.2024 Royal Enfield Hunter 450 SpiedIn terms of design, a number of features will be borrowed from the smaller Hunter 350. A test mule spotted recently was seen with round headlamp and rear-view mirrors, a circular instrument console, single-piece seat and engine bash plate. The fuel tank design is similar to that of Hunter 350. It is completely different from the one used with Himalayan 450. Rear lighting setup has been copied entirely from Himalayan 450. The bike has the tail lamps installed within the indicators. It helps declutter the rear view and reduce weight as well to some extent. Use of LEDs improves visibility and reliability.No USD forksUnlike Royal Enfield Himalayan 450 that has USD forks at front, Hunter 450 can be seen with standard telescopic forks at front. Fork gaiters have been used for a sporty look and feel and to improve the bike’s off-roading capabilities. Just like the smaller sibling, Hunter 450 has a comfortable, upright riding stance. The bucket rider seat should ensure a seat height of around 800 mm. This will allow improved control and handling and make the bike suitable for even shorter users.2024 Royal Enfield Hunter 450 SpiedThe circular instrument console appears similar to the one used with Himalayan 450. The 4-inch TFT dash complements the bike’s profile and displays a range of information using a simple and intuitive UI/UX. Users can also access Google-powered turn-by-turn navigation.Hunter 450 specs, performanceAt rear, Hunter 450 has a monoshock suspension. Braking setup comprises disc brakes at both ends. Dual-channel ABS is expected to be offered as standard. Powering the bike will be the 452cc liquid cooled, single cylinder Sherpa engine. It generates 40.02 PS of max power and 40 Nm of peak torque. It is mated to a 6-speed gearbox. Royal Enfield could introduce some changes to the engine in line with the needs of a roadster.In the company’s lineup, Hunter 450 will be positioned below the Himalayan 450. Hunter 450 will be the most affordable bike in Royal Enfield’s 450cc portfolio. While a name hasn’t been finalized, ‘Hunter 450’ doesn’t sound bad at all.Source More

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      2024 Royal Enfield Bullet 350 New Colours Launch Price Rs 1.79 Lakh

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      2024 Royal Enfield Bullet 350Royal Enfield has announced the launch of 2024 Bullet 350 in two new colour options – Prices start from Rs 1.79 lakh, ex-shIn a move that is set to captivate motorcycle enthusiasts, Royal Enfield has announced the launch of two stunning new colour options for their immensely popular Bullet 350 motorcycle. First hitting the roads in August 2023, the new-generation Royal Enfield Bullet 350 has swiftly become a frontrunner in its segment, and the latest additions promise to elevate its iconic status even further.Aesthetics with Attitude: Redefining StyleThe brand-new Military SilverBlack and Military SilverRed variants of the Bullet 350 come adorned with a distinctive silver pinstripe, adding a touch of sophistication to the solid-colored tanks. Priced at an ex-showroom rate of Rs 1,79,000/-, these variants are positioned between the Military and Standard models, amplifying their visual appeal.2024 Royal Enfield Bullet 3502024 Bullet 350, already recognized as a true icon in the motorcycling world, now boasts four distinct editions – Bullet Military, Bullet Military Silver, Bullet Standard, and Bullet Black Gold. The latest Military SilverBlack and Military SilverRed variants are equipped with single-channel ABS and a rear drum brake, ensuring both safety and style on the road.The top-of-the-line Bullet Black Gold edition steals the spotlight with its striking combination of matte and gloss black tank, copper and gold 3D badge, copper pinstriping, and a trendsetting blacked-out engine and components. Each edition is meticulously handcrafted, promising a premium finish that is sure to delight motorcycle enthusiasts.2024 Royal Enfield Bullet 350Power and Performance: The Heart of the Bullet 3502024 Bullet 350 continues to roar with a globally acclaimed 349cc air-oil cooled single-cylinder engine. Delivering 20.2 bhp at 6100 rpm and 27 Nm of torque at 4000 rpm, this powerhouse is complemented by fuel injection for strong low-end grunt and smooth power delivery. The motorcycle’s primary balancer shaft reduces vibrations, offering riders a refined and invigorating experience.2024 Royal Enfield Bullet 350Designed for predictable handling and maneuverability, the chassis features larger front forks and wider section tires for stability. An improved suspension system and a redesigned single bench seat provide riders with a comfortable journey. Enhanced safety features include disc brakes at the front and rear, with different editions offering various braking configurations to cater to diverse rider preferences.It gets a new headlamp with signature ‘tiger eyes’ pilot lights, adding a touch of modernity to the classic design. A digital-analog instrument cluster and USB charging point are standard across all variants, ensuring riders stay connected on their journeys.2024 Royal Enfield Bullet 350An Ecosystem of Accessories: Personalizing the Bullet ExperienceTo complement the Bullet’s legendary style, Royal Enfield offers a comprehensive range of Genuine Motorcycle Accessories. With 37 options to choose from, including touring seats, handlebars, helmets, and apparel, riders can personalize their Bullet 350 to suit their preferences and riding style.The new Military SilverBlack and Military SilverRed variants are now available across all Royal Enfield stores, inviting riders to experience the perfect blend of style, power, and heritage. With the launch of these striking color options, the Bullet 350 continues to be a symbol of timeless elegance on the roads. More

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      Royal Enfield Sales Breakup Dec 2023 – Classic, Hunter, Meteor, Himalayan, 650 Twins

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      New Royal Enfield Himalayan 450Royal Enfield Himalayan sales have improved – Thanks to the launch of new versionRoyal Enfield total sales (domestic + exports) stood at 63,387 units in December 2023. This was a YoY de-growth over 68,400 units sold in December 2022. The company suffered a setback both in terms of YoY domestic sales and exports while exports improved on a MoM basis. Sales in domestic markets stood at 57,291 units in December 2023. This was a 4.23 percent YoY decline over 59,821 units sold in December 2022, relating to a 2,530 unit volume difference. MoM sales also fell by 23.75 percent from 75,137 units sold in November 2023 with a massive 17,846 unit volume de-growth.Royal Enfield Domestic Sales December 2023Once again it was the 350cc bikes that saw most sales in domestic markets with the Classic 350 commanding the list with 21,234 units sold in the past month. This was a 2.67 percent YoY growth from 20,682 units sold in December 2022 to capture a 37.06 percent share. MoM sales however, dipped by 29.84 percent from 30,264 units sold in November 2023 when share had stood at 40.28 percent.Royal Enfield sales breakup Dec 2023Bullet 350 also posted a YoY growth of 3.36 percent but a MoM decline of 27.75 percent to 12,607 units. There had been 12,197 units and 17,450 units sold in December 2022 and November 2023 respectively. RE Hunter 350 (11,705 units) and Meteor 350 (6,071 units) each posted both YoY and MoM decline in sales. However, RE Himalayan saw outstanding demand with a 50.91 percent YoY growth to 3,406 units in December 2023 from 2,257 units sold in December 2022. MoM sales also increased by 87.76 percent from 1,814 units sold in November 2023.In the larger category, it was also the 650 Twins that commanded higher sales, up by 44.32 percent YoY to 1,625 units in December 2023 from 1,126 units sold in December 2022. MoM sales however, fell by 23.06 percent over 2,112 units sold in November 2023. RE Super Meteor sales stood at 643 units in the past month, down 49.37 percent over 1,270 units sold in November 2022.Royal Enfield exports breakup Dec 2023RE 650 Twins atop Export List in December 2023With total exports of 6,096 units in December 2023, the company has seen a 28.94 percent YoY de-growth over 8,579 units sold in December 2022. MoM exports grew by 19.20 percent from 5,114 units shipped in November 2023. Highest global demand was seen for the 650 Twins with 1,597 units shipped in the past month, a growth of 368.33 percent YoY over just 341 units sold in December 2022. Share currently stands at 26.20 percent, up from 8.92 percent held in November 2023. MoM exports also grew by 250.22 percent from 456 units shipped in November 2023 relating to a 1,141 unit volume growth.At No. 2 on the export list was Classic 350 which has seen a YoY de-growth of 45.40 percent down to 1,448 units in December 2023 as against 2,652 units exported in December 2022. MoM sales however saw an improvement of 8.14 percent from 1,339 units shipped in November 2023. Both the RE Meteor 350 (1,260 units) and Hunter 350 (656 units) saw a YoY and MoM de-growth in exports. Super Meteor (564 units) and Bullet (420 units) have shown off a 320.90 percent and 76.47 percent MoM growth respectively.Exports also fell significantly for the RE Himalayan down to just 151 units in December 2023 from 1,531 units shipped in December 2022 relating to a 90.14 percent de-growth while on a MoM basis, exports slipped by 20.53 percent from 190 units exported in November 2023. Royal Enfield’s new Shotgun 650 has entered production and comes in at a launch price of Rs 3.59 lakh. In the pipeline are a fleet of bikes in the 650cc segment slated for launch in 2024/25, among which are the Classic 650, Bullet 650 and Himalayan 650. More

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      Royal Enfield Shotgun 650 Production Starts – Launch Price Rs 3.59 Lakh

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      Royal Enfield Shotgun 650In the company’s lineup, Shotgun 650 will be positioned between the 650 twins and the flagship Super Meteor 650In line with its long-term strategy to introduce an average of 4 new/updated products every year till 2027, Royal Enfield has launched the Shotgun 650. RE’s 650cc range now has 4 bikes. More 650cc bikes are expected to be launched such as Classic 650, Bullet 650 and Himalayan 650.Royal Enfield Shotgun 650 – Variants, pricing, featuresProduction of the new Shotgun 650 has started at company plant in Chennai. A total of three variants and four colour options are on offer. The base variant, Custom Shed, is available at a starting price of Rs 3.59 lakh. A single colour option of Sheetmetal Grey is offered with this trim.Royal Enfield Shotgun 650Second trim is Custom Pro, which starts at Rs 3.70 lakh. This trim has two colour options of Green Drill and Plasma Blue. The top-spec variant is Custom Special, priced at Rs 3.73 lakh. A single colour option of Stencil White is available with this trim.As is evident with the trim names, Shotgun 650 offers easy customization options. Users can quickly switch from single seat to double seat or transform the bike into a luggage-carrying tourer. Such features add versatility to the bike, ensuring that users are not restricted to any specific environments or situations. The bike can transform into an agile machine for city needs or be customized to make space for a pillion or cargo.Royal Enfield Shotgun 650Royal Enfield Shotgun 650 justifies its name with its rugged build and bobber-styled aesthetics. Some of the key features include round headlamp and rear-view mirrors, classic tear-drop fuel tank, circular turn indicators and tail lamp, minimal body panelling, blacked out engine parts and exhaust and broad rear fender. The bike has LED headlamp, USB charging, gloss aluminium switchgear with adjustable levers and comfy bucket rider seat. Instrument console comprises a circular semi-digital speedometer and a smaller fully digital Tripper Navigation dial.Royal Enfield Shotgun 650Royal Enfield Shotgun 650 specs, performanceShotgun 650 utilizes a steel tubular spine frame. Suspension setup comprises Showa SF-BPF USD forks at front with 120 mm of travel and Showa twin shock absorbers at rear with 90 mm of travel. The bike has 18-inch front and 17-inch rear wheels, shod with 100/90 and 150/70 tyres, respectively. Braking setup comprises 320 mm and 300 mm discs at front and rear with twin piston floating callipers. Dual-channel ABS is standard.Powering the bike is the 648cc, parallel twin, air-oil cooled SOHC engine that generates 47 PS of max power and 52.3 Nm of peak torque. It is mated to a 6-speed constant mesh gearbox. Claimed mileage is 22 km/l. The engine has a strong mid-range and ample torque output across all gears. With seat height of 795 mm, the bike offers optimal control and handling. Users can expect a comfortable riding stance with wide handlebar and mid-set footpegs.Royal Enfield Shotgun 650With focus on customization, Shotgun 650 can emerge as a popular choice among Royal Enfield’s 650cc portfolio. As of November 2023, 650 twins (Interceptor and Continental GT) were the top selling 650cc bikes from Royal Enfield. Shotgun 650 will also help the company to increase its market share in 500cc+ motorcycle segment. In November, the 650 twins and Super Meteor 650 had a combined market share of more than 90%. More