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    Royal Enfield Himalayan 450 Production Starts – 1st Unit Rolls Out Of Plant

    Royal Enfield Himalayan 450Powerful performance and enhanced ride dynamics will be among the key differentiating factors for new Himalayan 450For explorers with limited budget, one of the preferred options has been the Royal Enfield Himalayan. To boost its capabilities even further, Royal Enfield is working on the all-new Himalayan 450. The bike is scheduled to debut on November 1st, 2023.Royal Enfield Himalayan 450 production startsAhead of launch, production of the new Himalayan 450 has started at the company plant in Chennai. It will have more firepower to take on rivals such as KTM 390 Adventure. And with affordable pricing, it could emerge as an irresistible deal. For reference, the existing 411cc Himalayan is available at a starting price of around Rs 2.16 lakh.Royal Enfield Himalayan 450As compared to existing Himalayan, the new Himalayan 450 has a relatively lithe profile. The changes should make the bike more appropriate for both highway cruising and off-road environments. Some of the key highlights include raised front beak, round headlamp, round rear view mirrors, large windscreen, wide handlebar, new sculpted fuel tank, side luggage rack and compact exhaust.Users can expect optimal comfort on longer rides, as Himalayan 450 is equipped with a pretty large rider seat. It has thick foam padding and relevant bevels to support the thighs. To make longer journeys more convenient, Himalayan 450 is expected to offer a range of luggage accessories. At the rear, the bike has a dedicated rack for a top box. Racks for side panniers are expected to be offered as an accessory.Royal Enfield Himalayan 450Users can expect to ride longer distances between fuel stops, as the fuel tank appears larger than the current model. Or it may be just that the higher capacity engine will consume more fuel per kilometre, which can be compensated with a larger fuel tank. However, nothing is certain as the new 450cc engine could actually be more fuel efficient.Royal Enfield Himalayan 45021-inch wheels at front and 17-inch at rear will be the same as the existing Himalayan. The bike will have disc brakes, integrated with dual-channel ABS. New Himalayan 450 will have ground clearance of around 220 mm.Some of the features that will be entirely new for Himalayan 450 include all-LED lighting and USD front forks. The bike will also be getting a new single-pod instrument cluster. It’s a large circular unit, with a different layout in comparison to that of other Royal Enfield bikes. The gear indicator is dead centre whereas the speedometer is placed towards the right. The tachometer covers the outer circumference of the instrument console.Royal Enfield Himalayan 450Himalayan 450 performanceNew Himalayan 450 is expected to get a 450cc, liquid cooled engine. It could generate around 35 bhp of max power and 40 Nm of peak torque. This can make a big difference in ride dynamics in comparison to Himalayan 411. The latter generates 24.3 bhp and 32 Nm, which may not be enough for extreme off-road tracks. Highway cruising abilities will also be enhanced with the more powerful engine. New Himalayan 450 is expected to get a 6-speed gearbox. The engine will have features such as slipper and assist clutch. More

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    Royal Enfield Himalayan 450 First Official Photo Out – Launch Soon

    Royal Enfield Himalayan 450With more power and tech integrations, Himalaya 450 will allow users to unlock new sights and scenesFor adventure enthusiasts, Royal Enfield is prepping up the all-new Himalayan 450. This next-gen Royal Enfield bike is scheduled for launch on November 01, 2023. With festivities reaching their peak around Diwali, Himalayan 450 is expected to register booming sales in initial months. Ahead of launch, Royal Enfield has now revealed the first official photo of the new Himalayan 450.Royal Enfield Himalayan 450 featuresHimalayan 450’s design is especially curated for off-road tracks as well as high-speed cruising. A test mule was recently spotted cruising at around 140 kmph. That it had panniers and a top box all along goes on to show the bike’s upgraded capabilities. Himalayan 450 stretches 2,245 mm in length, spans 852 mm in width and stands 1,316 mm tall. With a wheelbase of 1,510 mm, users can expect optimal stability. This will be especially useful when navigating through rough terrains.Royal Enfield Himalayan 450With handguards, the bike’s width extends to 900 mm. And if a larger windscreen is used, the bike’s height will be 1,415 mm. These components will be available as optional accessories. Panniers will also be available as accessories. The full list of accessories will be announced post launch. Royal Enfield Himalayan 450 has gross vehicle weight of 394 kg. Kerb weight could be close to that of existing Himalayan 411 that weighs 199 kg. Himalayan 450 has relaxed and comfortable riding ergonomics.As per Type Approval Certificate, Himalayan 450 is mentioned as Himalayan 452. However, the bike has always been referred to as just the ‘Himalayan’. Even future iterations will carry on with the same popular name. One thing that is not clear is whether the existing Himalayan 411 will be discontinued or will be sold alongside the new model.Himalayan 450 performanceAt the heart of new Himalayan 452 is a robust 451.65 cc engine that promises an adrenaline-pumping experience. This adventure machine is expected to feature a 6-speed gearbox, allowing riders to conquer varied terrains with ease. With power output of 40 bhp and expected torque of 35 Nm, the Himalayan 452 packs a punch. It will undoubtedly elevate your riding experience.Royal Enfield Himalayan 450The engine is not only powerful but also advanced. Equipped with a DOHC setup and a 4V head, it’s designed for optimal performance. To ensure efficient cooling, Royal Enfield has incorporated a liquid-cooling jacket. It is coupled with a large radiator for improved heat dissipation. These features are a testament to Royal Enfield’s commitment to providing a reliable and performance-oriented machine.Himalayan 452 promises to be an exciting addition to the world of off-roading. It is expected to be launched at a competitive price point. Initial offer price could be around Rs 2.50 lakh or even lower. The existing Himalayan is available at a starting price of Rs 2.16 lakh. Royal Enfield has ambitious plans for the 450cc platform. They intend to launch more bikes in the future based on this platform. It will help sustain their dominance in the middleweight motorcycle segment. More

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    RE Himalayan 450 Pulls Away From Spying Car Over 140 Km/h Speed

    Upcoming RE Himalayan 450 cruising speedThe new liquid-cooled 450cc engine on RE Himalayan 450 is likely to kick out around 40 bhp and 35 Nm, mated to a 6-speed gearboxRoyal Enfield is on a mission to have an extensive range of products based on three primary powertrains. We have seen how vast RE’s 350cc portfolio has become and 650cc portfolio is becoming. But Royal Enfield is yet to launch products on its new 450cc engine. A Himalayan 450 test mule is spotted with panniers and other accessories, cruising at speeds over 140 km/h.RE Himalayan 450 have incredible cruising speeds?Himalayan 450 ADV will be the one to debut this new 450cc engine that Royal Enfield has been developing for a long time. It has a liquid-cooling jacket along with a large radiator to dissipate heat and it looks like it has a DOHC setup as well. 4V head will probably be in the mix and the expected output from this engine is around 40 bhp and 35 Nm.How these expected figures translate into real life, is rather interesting. In a recent video by Bunny Punia YouTube channel, we can see a RE Himalayan 450 test mule equipped with two hard panniers and a top box. These accessories will be sold separately as part of accessories. These accessories are not the interesting part of this video.This test mule was cruising at very high speeds. Bunny Punia recorded this test mule from a Nissan Magnite AMT on a highway. As seen in the video below, said Magnite was doing 140 km/h (indicated speed in the instrument cluster) and Himalayan 450 test mule pulled away from the spying car.[embedded content]This is an impressive feat for Royal Enfield Himalayan 450 as it reflects the bike’s high-speed cruising abilities. Being an ADV and a touring motorcycle, this high-speed cruising ability is a solid addition to its belt. Primary rivals would be upcoming KTM 390 Adventure and Triumph Scrambler 400X.What to expect?Speedometers in vehicles do contain some errors. OEM-equipped speed sensors are often enthusiastic and usually show a higher number. Hence, there exist specialist timing gears that will record accurate vehicular speeds based on GPS, calculating velocity over a distance and translating into set speed indications. I own a modern Hyundai vehicle and it usually shows 10 km/h higher indicated speed.Said Nissan Magnite AMT may have an enthusiastic speedometer as well. So, if we consider a margin of error, it might be travelling at around 10 km/h to 15 km/h slower than the indicated speed. So, RE Himalayan 450 could probably hit 130 km/h with relatively low stress and then some. Which is still impressive considering air drag from two panniers and an upright rider.Upcoming Himalayan 450 is rumoured to feature a 6-speed gearbox and might pack a slipper clutch and ride-by-wire throttle, enabling cruise control. What it will offer are, wire-spoke wheels, long-travel suspension, dual-purpose tyres, USD telescopic forks at front and rear mono-shock suspension setup, a tall windscreen, and a fully digital circular instrument screen that also featured on Scram 650 test mule. Launch is likely in early 2024. More

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    Royal Enfield Sales September 2023 – Exports Down 49% YoY

    Royal Enfield Hunter 350Royal Enfield models with engine capacity up to 350cc witnessed improved sales both on YoY and MoM basisRoyal Enfield sales (domestic + exports) in September 2023 stood at 78,580 units. This was a 4.28 percent YoY decline when compared to 82,097 units sold in September 2023. It resulted in a dip of 3,517 units. MoM sales, however, ended more positively with a 1.29 percent improvement over 77,583 units sold in August 2023.Royal Enfield YoY and MoM sales in September 2023It was the company’s models in the upto 350cc segment that saw more demand. Sales increased 9.56 percent YoY to 70,345 units in September 2023, up from 64,206 units sold in September 2022. This was a 6,139 unit volume growth with an 89.52 percent share. In this segment, the company recently introduced the new 2023 Bullet 350.It comes in with striking similarities to its current counterpart but receives some changes in the form of new colour options, a revised frame and some styling updates along with an engine that also powers the Classic 350, Hunter 350 and Meteor 350. In the above-350cc segment, the company sells models such as the Super Meteor 650, Scram 411 and the 650 Twins.Sales grew by 4.36 percent YoY to 8,235 units from 7,891 units sold in September 2022. It was however a 3.80 percent MoM decline as compared to 8,560 units sold in August 2023. This segment currently commands a 10.48 percent share. Total domestic sales thus grew by 0.84 percent YoY to 74,261 units from 73,646 units sold in September 2022 while it improved on a MoM basis by 7.02 percent as compared to 69,393 units sold in August 2023.Royal Enfield sales September 2023Exports on the other hand suffered both a YoY and MoM decline. It dipped 48.89 percent YoY to 4,319 units from 8,451 units shipped in September 2022 while MoM exports fell by 47.26 percent when compared to 8,190 units shipped in August 2023.Royal Enfield Year-to-Date Sales and ExportsIn the period of FY24, Royal Enfield total domestic sales and exports stood at 4,56,986 units, up 15.70 percent from sales of 3,94,969 units sold in the same period of FY23. This related to a 62,017 unit volume growth.Sales of bikes in the sub 350cc segment improved by 19.97 percent to 4,06,196 units in FY24 from 3,38,582 units sold in FY23. In the higher-than-350cc segment, sales dipped 9.93 percent to 50,790 units from 56,387 units sold in FY23. Taking only domestic sales into account, company’s recorded a 22.36 percent YTD growth to 4,16,887 units in FY 24 from 3,40,709 units sold in the same period of FY23.However, Royal Enfield saw its exports slump in the first half of this fiscal as exports dipped 26.10 percent down to 40,099 units in FY24 from 54,260 units sold in FY23. More

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    Royal Enfield Sales Breakup August 2023 Up 11% – Classic, Hunter, Bullet

    Royal Enfield Hunter 350Royal Enfield sales remained strong in August 2023 reporting a YoY and MoM growth both in terms of domestic sales and exportsRoyal Enfield, a competent manufacturer of both classic and retro-styled motorcycles, has seen significant growth in terms of sales in August 2023. The company did well both where its sales within the country and to international markets were concerned. If we take 300cc to 400cc segment, Royal Enfield absolutely dominated this space with over 85% market share.RE Domestic Sales August 2023Sales (domestic + exports) in the past month stood at 77,412 units up from 70,112 units sold in August 2022. In domestic markets, it was the 350cc range that commanded the most attention while its international sales saw the Hunter 350, Super Meteor and Classic 350 among the most in demand.Royal Enfield has reported sales of 69,393 units in August 2023. This was a 10.34 percent YoY growth over 62,892 units sold in August 2022 relating to a 6,501 unit volume growth. It was the RE Classic that commanded sales charts with 26,118 units sold last month. This was a 37.51 percent YoY growth over 18,993 units sold in August 2023. MoM sales also improved by 4.94 percent from 24,889 units sold in July 2023. The RE Classic 350 was also on the list of top 10 motorcycles sold in August 2023.Sales of the RE Hunter 350 dipped both on YoY and MoM basis to 14,161 units. It was a 22.18 percent YoY de-growth from 18,197 units sold in August 2022 while MoM sales fell by 20.50 percent from 17,813 units sold in July 2023. The Bullet 350 has seen outstanding sales growth in August 2023. Sales went up by 65.45 percent YoY to 12,604 units from 7,618 units sold in August 2022 while MoM sales escalated by an astronomical 137.23 percent from 5,313 units sold in July 2023.Royal Enfield Domestic salesThe 2023 RE Bullet 350 comes in with a host of new features and better safety equipment and can be made even more exciting with a total of 37 Genuine Motorcycle Accessories. Royal Enfield saw its Meteor 350 sales decrease YoY by 7.86 percent to 8,626 units while MoM sales improved by 4.65 percent from 8,243 units sold in July 2023. Himalayan sales grew by 19.38 percent YoY and 21.60 percent MoM to 3,856 units.There had been 3,230 units and 3,171 units sold in August 2022 and July 2023 respectively. Electra 350 (2,374 units), Super Meteor (1,104 units) and 650 Twins (550 units) each posted a MoM de-growth.RE Exports August 2023The company’s international sales accounted for a total of 8,019 units in August 2023. This was an 11.07 percent YoY and 13.66 percent MoM growth. It was the Hunter 350 that saw the most demand in global markets with 3,527 units sold in the past month. This was an outstanding 4421.79 percent YoY growth over just 78 units shipped in August 2023 while MoM exports rose by 350.45 percent from 783 units shipped in July 2023.Royal Enfield ExportsRE Super Meteor 650 which was launched in January 2023 was at No. 2 on the export list with 1,609 units exported in the past month relating to a 51.51 percent MoM growth. Thereafter, Royal Enfield has reported a YoY de-growth in exports of the Classic 350 (1,201 units), 650 Twins (1,112 units), Meteor 350 (412 units) and Himalayan (329 units). However, it was only the 650 Twins that showed a 40.76 percent MoM growth from 790 units sold in July 2023. More

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    Royal Enfield Scram 650 Spied With Himalayan 450 Instrument Cluster?

    Royal Enfield Scram 650 profileWith a single-sided exhaust, upcoming Scram 650 from Royal Enfield could potentially be the lightest 650cc RE everScram 650 test mule from Royal Enfield stables has appeared again. It dons RE’s creamy smooth 650cc parallel-twin engine that debuted with Interceptor 650 and Continental GT 650. It has scrambler DNA and features multiple changes as opposed to Interceptor, on which it is based. Upcoming Scram 650 features a similar circular instrument screen as Himalayan 450.Royal Enfield Scram 650 SpiedAmong upcoming Royal Enfield motorcycles, 6 of them are based on 650cc engine. Of these 6, Scram 650 motorcycle is likely to launch first, followed by Shotgun 650 and the others. There have been multiple instances of test mule appearances of Scram 650 (or Interceptor Bear 650) before.However, these recent spy shots feature no camouflage and are some of the most detailed, yet. This motorcycle is still in testing phase, evident with a data logger box placed on a custom rack at the back. Except for a few wires and testing equipment, motorcycle looks near production-ready.The main frame of this motorcycle looks identical to that of Interceptor 650. There is a slightly different rear subframe, as it has quite an angle towards the end. Fuel tank still features a classic teardrop shape, but it is slightly lifted towards the front, as opposed to Interceptor 650. Side body panels feature a round element that strikes visual distinction.Royal Enfield Scram 650 instrument cluster spiedDifferences are in the form of componentry. Upcoming scrambler-style 650cc Royal Enfield will feature USD telescopic front forks and rear twin shock absorbers with a slightly different spec than Interceptor. LED headlights, LED turn indicators, single-sided exhaust, block pattern dual-sport tyres are notable changes too.Himalayan 450 circular instrument screenThese tyres seem to be Pirelli Scorpion Rally STR and single-sided exhaust should ensure reduced kerb weight. Most unusual element of this test mule is that it features a circular fully digital instrument cluster that looks similar to the one spied with Himalayan 450. Also, it looks like there are two instrument screens – one squarish and one circular.However, this squarish instrument cluster looks like it has pogo pins on top that seem to be part of testing equipment for engineers to monitor testing parameters in real-time. This display was not present in previous test mules. New circular screen is highly likely to be part of the motorcycle and is fully digital and similar to Himalayan 450’s instrument screen.Scram 650 knobby tyresRoyal Enfield has placed this screen slightly offset (to the right) which is a common practice in scrambler-style motorcycles. TVS Ronin features a similar attribute with instrument screen offset to the left. Gear position indicator, multiple trips, speedo, tacho, time, tell-tale lights and other functions will be integrated into this screen.As seen with Himalayan 450 test mules, this is a large canvas and seems adequate to integrate shrunken-down Google Maps. But turn-by-turn navigation will be on offer. Engine is the same oil-cooled 648 cc parallel-twin engine that generates 47 bhp and 52 Nm of torque, mated to a 6-speed gearbox. Launch is likely next year with Interceptor Bear 650 name.Scram 650 with single-sided exhaustImage source – Autostreetdotin More

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    Royal Enfield Bobber 350 With Pillion Seat Accessory Spied Up-Close

    Royal Enfield Bobber 350The same 349cc single-cylinder engine as other 350cc RE bikes will do duty on Royal Enfield Bobber 350 as well – With 20.2 bhp and 27 NmAfter the launch of Bullet 350, Royal Enfield is set to introduce a new 350cc motorcycle. However, this is not a new motorcycle. In typical Royal Enfield fashion of carving new vehicles out of the same core motorcycle, we will get a bobber-styled 350cc bike. The name Classic 350 Bobber or Bobber 350 are likely.Royal Enfield Bobber 350 With Pillion Seat AccessoryWith utter dominance in 350cc motorcycle segment, Royal Enfield is set to further fortify its portfolio with a niche product. We’re talking about Royal Enfield Bobber 350 which will probably be the most expensive 350cc RE in the portfolio when launched. It is an adaptation of its best-selling Classic 350. Hat tip to automotive enthusiast Ashok for sharing these exclusive spy shots.Royal Enfield Bobber 350In this sense, it is basically a Classic 350, but with Bobber style. It lacks proper Bobber attributes like an extended wheelbase and is highly likely to just be a design exercise. In this regard, Jawa has done a pretty good job with Perak and 42 Bobber. Both of these are proper Bobber motorcycles and not regular bikes with tall handlebars.Recent spy shots show Bobber 350 up close. We can see Royal Enfield is playing the retro card. We’re talking about white-walled tyres (or teal-coloured tyre walls) that scream retro and pay tribute to one of the standout elements of vehicles of the past.Royal Enfield Bobber 350It will probably get a single seat as standard with a pillion seat version as an option and offer a pillion seat as an accessory too. Buying either Bullet 350 or Classic 350 and installing Bobber 350’s handlebar could yield similar results as Bobber 350. Just saying. Side body panels, headlights, instrument cluster, switchgear, and everything are similar to Classic 350.Royal Enfield Bobber 350What is different between Bobber 350 and Classic 350?Wheelbase looks identical to that of Classic 350 along with fuel tank and body panels. The differences between the upcoming Bobber 350 and Classic 350 single-seater are with headlights, handlebars, seating, tyres and exhaust. Bobber 350 packs a slightly taller handlebar that is reminiscent of Bobber-style motorcycles.Seating is slightly different too with pillion seats being small and uncomfortable for long rides. It is to be noted that Royal Enfield is likely to offer Bobber 350 with a more comfortable pillion seat option as seen in previous spy shots. Pillion seat in recent spy shot seem to be an accessory. Exhaust has slightly different tips and the headlights are now LEDs.RSU telescopic front forks, dual rear shock absorbers, single disc brake setup at both ends, dual-channel ABS, wire-spoke wheels, and analogue instrument cluster, are similar to the ones seen with other Royal Enfield bikes. The 349cc single-cylinder engine with 20.2 bhp and 27 Nm, mated to a 5-speed gearbox will remain as is with Bobber 350 too. More

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    Shotgun 650 Specs, Dimensions Leak – Shorter, Narrower Than Super Meteor

    Royal Enfield Shotgun 650 RenderedWith new products like Shotgun 650, Royal Enfield will be able to strengthen its position in 500cc+ segmentJust like its diverse 350cc motorcycle range, Royal Enfield is working to add more options for enthusiasts in 650cc segment. While the Continental GT and Interceptor 650 have been here for quite some time now, the Super Meteor 650 was launched earlier this year in January. There will be a couple of more options in 650cc segment, one of which is Shotgun 650.Royal Enfield Shotgun 650 dimensions revealedAhead of its launch, dimensional aspects of Shotgun 650 have been revealed. As it’s primarily designed for the streets, Shotgun 650 has a compact profile in comparison to Super Meteor. The homologation document lists Shotgun 650 at 2,170 mm long, 820 mm wide, 1,105 mm tall and having a wheelbase of 1,465 mm. In comparison, Super Meteor is 2,260 mm long, 890 mm wide, 1,155 mm tall and has a wheelbase of 1,500 mm. However, the difference in wheelbase is likely to be linked only with the size of wheels used.Shotgun 650 Specs, Dimensions LeakWith compact proportions, Shotgun 650 will be more agile and nimble-footed than Super Meteor. Seat height of Shotgun could be taller than Super Meteor. The latter has a seat height of 740 mm, which perfectly suits the profile of a cruiser bike. Shotgun’s seat height can be close to that of 650 twins at around 800 mm.Homologation document reveals Shotgun 650’s gross vehicle weight (GVW) at 428 kg. This means kerb weight of around 248 kg. In comparison, Super Meteor has kerb weight of 241 kg (with 90% fuel and oil). It shows that Shotgun 650 can be heavier than Super Meteor, despite the former’s compact proportions.Royal Enfield Shotgun 650 RenderedShotgun 650 will have a comfortable, upright riding stance. Not very different from what one would expect from a roadster bike. Other key highlights will include round headlamp and rear-view mirrors, curvy fuel tank, semi-digital instrument console, chrome accents, wide handlebar and horizontally positioned cylindrical exhaust. As is the case with most Royal Enfield bikes, one can expect a range of fresh colour options for Shotgun 650.Shotgun 650 specs, performanceMuch of the hardware specs are likely to be shared with or similar to that of Super Meteor and 650 twins. Super Meteor utilizes a steel tubular spine frame, with 43 mm upside down telescopic forks and dual rear shock absorbers. As compared to 101 mm rear suspension travel of Super Meteor, upcoming Shotgun can have rear suspension with longer travel.Shotgun can get 320 mm disc at front and 300 mm disc at rear. Dual-channel ABS will be offered as standard. The bike will be using the 648cc parallel-twin, SOHC, air-oil cooled engine that churns out 47 PS of max power and 52.3 Nm of peak torque. It is mated to a 6-speed constant mesh gearbox.Shotgun 650 is expected to debut by end of this year. It could be offered at a starting price of around Rs 3.25 lakh. Royal Enfield is also working to launch the all-new Himalayan 450. More