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      Royal Enfield Shotgun 350 Spied Alongside Classic 650 – New Details

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      New Royal Enfield MotorcyclesWhile Classic 650 has been spotted earlier, this is the first time Shotgun 350 is seen on road testsRoyal Enfield is working diligently on its blitzkrieg mission by introducing a plethora of options for enthusiasts. As per plans, RE will be launching an average of 4 new / updated bikes every year till 2027. It will help tackle competition from new rivals as well as increase the brand’s presence in international markets.While one of the most awaited is the all-new Himalayan 450, Royal Enfield is also working to expand its 350cc and 650cc range. Latest spy shots reveal two new bikes, which are likely to be Shotgun 350 and Classic 650. Spotted without any camouflage, some of the finer details are clearly evident.New Royal Enfield MotorcyclesShotgun 350 styling and featuresShotgun 350 utilizes the signature features of Royal Enfield bikes. It includes the round headlamp and rear-view mirrors, curvy fuel tank design, minimal body panelling and wide rear fender. However, there are some unique features that ensure a distinctive identity for the bike. For example, Shotgun 350 has white wall tyres, which add more character to the bike. The one thing that stands out is the Ape Hanger handlebars. The bike has forward-set foot pegs, indicative of its cruising capabilities.Other key highlights of Shotgun 350 include telescopic front forks, wire-spoke wheels, side-mounted grab rails, split seat design and dual rear shock absorbers. It appears that some of the accessories are also being tested, as the bike can be seen with a side pannier.New Royal Enfield MotorcyclesIn terms of performance, Shotgun 350 will be using the 349cc, air-oil cooled single cylinder engine seen with other 350cc RE bikes. It generates 20.2 bhp of max power and 27 Nm of peak torque. It is mated to a 5-speed constant mesh gearbox.Classic 650 detailsClassic 650 borrows the timeless design of its smaller sibling in most parts. It is possible that both wire-spoke and alloy wheel variants could be on offer. While this test mule has wire-spoke wheels, an earlier sighting had revealed dual-tone alloy wheels.Classic 650 gets some unique features such as LED headlight, as compared to halogen light used with the smaller sibling. Classic 650 has liberal use of chrome, as seen on the headlamp, engine casing and exhaust pipes. The separate rider and pillion seats enhance the bike’s retro feel.New Royal Enfield MotorcyclesPowering Classic 650 will be the 648cc parallel-twin engine in use with 650 twins and Super Meteor 650. The engine generates 47 hp and 52.3 Nm of peak torque. It is mated to a 6-speed constant mesh gearbox.As both bikes appear production ready, launch could take place later this year. It is possible that Royal Enfield may officially unveil its new bikes at upcoming EICMA in November. Shotgun 350 and Classic 650 are expected to be offered at a competitive price point, as has been the case with all other Royal Enfield bikes.Source More

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      Royal Enfield Sales Breakup May 2023 – Classic, Hunter, Meteor, Himalayan

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      Royal Enfield Hunter 350Royal Enfield has posted both a YoY and MoM growth in domestic sales while Exports fell on a YoY basisRoyal Enfield, a leader in the 350cc motorcycle segment in India has posted significant growth in terms of total sales (domestic + exports). Sales on a YoY basis improved to 77,461 units in May 2023 from 63,643 units sold in May 2022. Currently commanding the 350 cc segment in India, the company has also announced the launch of 13 new motorcycles over coming years as a part of their 4 motorcycles per year plan the next 3-4 years.Sales in domestic markets grew both on a YoY and MoM basis in May 2023. RE Sales stood at 70,795 units in May 2023, up 32.27 percent when compared to 53,525 units sold in May 2022. This was a volume growth of 17,270 units. MoM sales also saw an increase of 2.78 percent from 68,881 units sold in April 2023.Royal Enfield Sales Breakup May 2023Though posting YoY and MoM de-growth, the Classic 350 led the domestic sales list with 26,350 units sold in the past month, down 12.05 percent as against 29,959 units sold in May 2022. MoM sales also fell by 1.61 percent as there had been 26,781 units sold in April 2023. This led to a fall in share to 37.22 percent from 38.88 percent MoM. The RE Classic 350 was at No. 8 on the list of top 10 best selling motorcycles in May 2023.Hunter 350, a relatively newcomer to the company portfolio following its launch in August 2022, sales stood at 18,869 units last month, a MoM growth of 19.43 percent from 15,799 units sold in April 2023. Hunter 350 also recently in Feb 2023 achieved a milestone sales pitch of 1 lakh sales recorded in 6 months of launch.Royal Enfield sales breakup May 2023While Bullet 350cc sales increased YoY to 8,314 units from 6,958 units sold in May 2022, it was a MoM de-growth of 1.01 percent over 8,399 units sold in April 2023. RE Meteor 350 sales fell YoY and MoM to 7,024 units while Electra 350 posted 15.84 percent YoY and 15.53 percent MoM growth to 4,366 units in the past month.In the larger displacement segment, RE models such as the Himalayan also saw YoY and MoM growth to 4,064 units while sales of the 650 Twins dipped 28.52 percent YoY to 970 units and also 47.99 percent MoM. RE Super Meteor was launched in Jan 2023. It accounted for 838 unit sales in May 2023 while MoM sales dipped by 26.43 percent from 1,139 units sold in April 2023.Royal Enfield Exports May 2023It was a 34.12 percent YoY de-growth in exports to 6,666 units in May 2023 from 10,118 units sold in May 2022. MoM performance improved by 56.66 percent from 4,255 units shipped in April 2023.Royal Enfield exports breakup May 2023It was the RE Classic 350 that also commanded the export list with 1,526 units shipped last month, a 45.09 percent YoY de-growth but 23.16 percent improvement on a MoM basis. It was followed by the Super Meteor that saw 1,322 units shipped in May 2023 while Hunter 350 also saw a total of 1,296 units exported last month.There were also 1,293 units of RE Meteor 350 exported in May 2023 relating to a 40.17 percent YoY de-growth but 128.85 percent MoM improvement. The export list also included RE 650 Twins (694 units and Himalayan (535 units) out of which 650 Twin exports fell on YoY basis by 86.60 percent but improved practically two fold over 363 units sold in April 2023. More

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      Royal Enfield Electric Motorcycle Production Version Render – 6 Colours

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      Royal Enfield Electric Motorcycle – RenderRoyal Enfield can launch the first of its electric bikes in 2025, based on an entirely new platformIt is known that Royal Enfield is working diligently to develop its electric bikes. As the ICE portfolio also needs to be handled simultaneously, it may take a couple of years before the first Royal Enfield electric bike debuts. It will be an entirely new journey for the company, quite like starting from scratch.Launch of Royal Enfield electric bikes has been delayed due to the pandemic. It is not certain if prototypes have been developed or things are still on the drawing board. Test mules are yet to be spotted, although OEMs are known to test new products at overseas locations as well.Only evidence is a glimpse of Royal Enfield Electrik 01 Concept that was leaked online last year. To get a better idea about Royal Enfield’s electric bike, Pratyush Rout has come up with a digital render based on the leaked concept.Royal Enfield electric bike renderWhile the body details have changed, the core silhouette is still familiar to current bestsellers like Classic 350. Retro bits have been retained, as seen with the round headlamp and rear-view mirrors and teardrop fuel tank. The latter is there just for the aesthetics, although it can have a compact storage space on the inside.Royal Enfield Electric Motorcycle – RenderAnother interesting detail is the front girder fork, usually seen with vintage motorcycles. It is not certain if the production variant will have this feature or not. Girder forks have long been replaced with standard telescopic forks and USD forks. The battery pack housing is completely covered with rugged looking panels. The deep grooves on the panelling ensure a distinctive character for the bike. The triangular boxes towards the rear exude a sense of familiarity with the current range of Royal Enfield bikes.Colour theme comprises the primary shade, along with a contrasting colour used to highlight the bike’s outer layers. The contrasting shade is also used on the headlamp cowl, graphics and alloy wheels.Royal Enfield electric bike performance, rangeIn terms of performance, Royal Enfield electric bike will have capabilities similar to its 350cc siblings. The first launch could be a roadster, meant for city commutes. Other formats such as electric ADVs and cruisers can be introduced at a later date. Range of Royal Enfield electric bike could be around 100 to 150 km.Royal Enfield Electric Motorcycle – RenderAs Royal Enfield bikes are preferred for their large size, installing a higher capacity battery pack shouldn’t pose any major challenges. But this approach can clash with the company’s focus on affordability. It is imperative that a middle ground be discovered to ensure an optimal mix of performance and affordability.Royal Enfield has mega plans for electric segment, as evident with investment commitments worth Rs 2,000 crore. This will be part of the PLI scheme and spread over a period of five years. Royal Enfield is also expected to make investments for developing charging infrastructure across the country.Disclaimer – Design renders presented in this blog are solely for illustrative purposes and have not been commissioned, approved, or endorsed by the manufacturer. Designs presented here may not reflect the final product or the manufacturer’s intentions. The renders are provided as conceptual designs or artistic interpretations only, and their accuracy or feasibility cannot be guaranteed. More

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      Royal Enfield Himalayan 450 Bares Its Adventurous Soul – Spied with no Cladding

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      Royal Enfield Himalayan 450The new 450cc single-cylinder engine on Royal Enfield Himalayan 450 is likely to generate 35 bhp of power and 40 Nm of torque
      Ever since the first set of Royal Enfield Himalayan 450 test mules emerged, it has been a sensational piece. There is a lot of anticipation for this motorcycle as it is a step above for Royal Enfield when compared to what it is currently doing with single-cylinder motorcycles. Launch is nearing, given the increasing frequency of test mule sightings.
      The recent test mule spy shots from Austria show zero camouflage on it. Most of the body panels and components look like they’re production-ready as well. It still features a generic Black shade, which doesn’t reflect the final finish quality and parameters, though. Royal Enfield seems to be acquiring final data ahead of launch.
      Ahead of the Curve: A Leap Forward in Adventure Motorcycles
      Unlike Indian test mules with extremely overdone camouflage including plastic corrugated sheets and cardboard as well. Test mules spotted in India look excessive in every sense of the world. For starters, the spy shots from Austria show a few exposed wiring leading to the rear top box where testing equipment is present.
      The previous set of test mules from India showed a smaller beak, which might be broken while testing. Test mules crashing while testing is getting quite common too. Also, it featured official accessories like side panniers with pannier mounts and a top box. There were electrical accessories too, like auxiliary lights.
      Royal Enfield Himalayan 450 Side view
      But those could very well be DT horns too, considering the positioning, which will only light up the front wheel. Now that Royal Enfield Himalayan is entering final phases of testing, we can expect it to globally debut by the end of 2023. Probably at 2023 EICMA show.
      A radical approach to new-age ADVs
      Royal Enfield Himalayan 450 is moving a notch above where technology is concerned. There are a lot of firsts associated with this motorcycle. For starters, this is the first Royal Enfield single-cylinder motorcycle to feature LED headlights and USD front forks. It is the first RE to feature a liquid-cooled engine. Even the flagship 650 twins feature oil-cooling.
      Speaking of the engine, it is a brand new 450cc unit that is likely to be on par with KTM 390 Adventure and upcoming Hero Xpulse 440. Rumour mill suggests a 6-speed gearbox too, which is a first for any RE single-cylinder motorcycle. This new engine is likely to develop 35 bhp of power and 40 Nm of torque. Stroke is likely to be greater than bore to ensure a torquey character.
      Royal Enfield Himalayan 450 rear view
      Componentry includes USD front forks and rear mono-shock suspension with long travel, 21” front and 17” wire-spoke wheels (size not official), disc brakes at both ends, dual channel ABS, dual purpose tubed tyres, a long wheelbase along with high ground clearance, a circular instrument console that will probably have Bluetooth connectivity with navigation and more. Lighting is LED all around and rear tail lights are integrated within rear turn indicators, which is a neat touch.

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      Himalayan 450 Accessories On Test – Aluminium Panniers, Aux Lights

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      Royal Enfield Himalayan 450 accessoriesAccessories for all-new Royal Enfield Himalayan 450 will be largely similar to that of existing Himalayan 411Expected to be launched during the festive season, all-new Royal Enfield Himalayan 450 has been frequently spotted on road tests. Recent sightings included some production-spec test mules as well.As launch nears, Royal Enfield has started testing the accessories for new Himalayan. Just like existing model, accessories for Himalayan 450 will be categorized across style, comfort and protection. Latest spy shots are credited to Poonkathirvelan Boopalan.Himalayan 450 accessories spiedThe test mule can be seen with aluminium side panniers, along with a top box. The side panniers appear to have the same design, as available with existing Himalayan. However, loading capacity could be different. The side panniers will be available in both metallic and blacked-out finish.For existing Himalayan, the side panniers are priced at Rs 29,900. One also needs to buy pannier rails, costing an additional Rs 3,800. The side panniers of existing Himalayan have a loading capacity of 26 litres and come with locks for complete peace of mind.Royal Enfield Himalayan 450 accessoriesHimalayan 450’s top box is larger and could have a capacity of around 40-45 litres. All corners have thick ABS protection, which helps avoid ugly dents in the metal. With around hundred litres of covered storage and ability to haul more luggage at rear, Himalayan 450 seems a perfect fit for long distance touring.Another accessory spotted is auxiliary lights. These are mounted near the radiator. It is to note that there are lots of aftermarket options available for existing Himalayan and other Royal Enfield bikes. In case of accessories that utilize the bike’s electrical and electronic systems, using aftermarket units can lead to violation of warranty rules. Choosing official accessories ensures the perfect fit and finish.All-new Himalayan is expected to get various other accessories. Styling accessories could include reservoir cap and oil filler cap. For comfort, there can be choices for the saddle. For safety, users can choose options like engine guard, master cylinder guard, oil cooler guard and hand guard. Branded bike covers will also be available.Royal Enfield Himalayan 450Himalayan 450 performance, specsHimalayan 450 is based on an entirely new 450cc platform. In future, Royal Enfield could launch other bikes based on the new platform. Powering Himalayan 450 will be a single-cylinder motor. It could generate around 35 bhp of max power and 40 Nm of peak torque. The engine is expected to get a 6-speed transmission. This will make it the first RE single-cylinder bike to get a 6-speed gearbox. Another first for Himalayan 450 is a liquid cooling setup.Other key highlights of Himalayan 450 include tall windscreen, LED lighting, USD front forks, rear monoshock suspension and stubby exhaust. The bike has disc brakes at both ends and dual-channel ABS is expected as standard. It will be getting a single circular TFT instrument console, a significant upgrade in comparison to the multi-dial setup available with existing Himalayan. More

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      Royal Enfield Himalayan 450 3D Model Reveals New Design Details

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      Royal Enfield Himalayan 450 3D renderThe new 450cc engine on RE Himalayan 450 might generate around 35 bhp of power and 40 Nm of torque, mated to a 6-speed gearboxRoyal Enfield is currently working on a new 450cc platform. Himalayan will be the first of the many motorcycles based on this new platform. Testing continues in full swing. Production-spec test mules have surfaced too. Launch is expected in Sep 2023.There are enough spy shots online that one can visualise what RE Himalayan 450 will look like. TrippleLines channel has now visualised Himalayan 450 and created a thorough 3D model of it using CAD software.RE Himalayan 450 3D ModelBecause final production finishes are still unknown, TrippleLines has left surfaces matte black. Matte black is what most manufacturers opt for before finalising the surface finishes and colour schemes. They have gotten most of the design right, except for its exhaust design. In the 3D model, Himalayan 450’s exhaust is somewhat boxier than in reality.This exhaust is significantly stubbier than outgoing Himalayan and Scram 411. Because the exhaust end can is not as high, water-wading capacity will be lowered. Also, rear turn indicators are not as sleek as in the model and definitely not shaped like a leaf. Speaking of rear turn indicators, they even double up as brake lights too. We have seen similar arrangement in premium BMW and Harley-Davidson motorcycles.[embedded content]Other than that, this 3D rendering gets most things right. Details like USD front forks with splash guards, front and rear spoke-rim wheels, larger 21” front wheel and 17” rear wheel, saddle stays, jerry can holders, rear top rack with sturdy grab rails, the mandatory saree guard, round LED headlights and sleek LED turn indicators, a tall windscreen, round instrument cluster and more.The new engine will pack a punchEngine details are captured perfectly too. This is the first Royal Enfield to get a liquid cooling setup. Himalayan 450 3D model render features a similar heat jacket as seen in the spy shots. Royal Enfield should have provided air cooling fins on this engine even though it is a liquid-cooled engine for aesthetics. Yezdi and Jawa motorcycles get this right.In terms of displacement, this engine will fall in the 450cc bracket. Speculations suggest 35 bhp and 40 Nm. 6-speed transmission is probably on the cards too, making Himalayan 450 the first single-cylinder offering from RE to get one.Royal Enfield Himalayan 450 3D render – Side viewIn previous test mules, the front wheel appeared to be smaller than 21”. This could be Himalayan’s low seat height version like KTM offers with its 390 Adventure. When launched, RE Himalayan 450 will primarily rival upcoming Hero Xpulse 440 in terms of raw off-road capability and other rivals like KTM 390 Adventure, BMW G 310 GS and Yezdi Adventure. More

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      Royal Enfield Sales May 2023 at 77k – Starts CKD Ops in Nepal

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      Royal Enfield Meteor 350Royal Enfield sales and exports for the month May 2023 stood on a positive note in both YoY and MoM analysis in domestic market – While exports took a hit YoYThe Chennai-based motorcycle manufacturer has unprecedented popularity in classic and retro motorcycles both here in India and abroad. With a slew of 350cc, 650cc and 411cc motorcycles, Royal Enfield pretty much has a motorcycle for everyone. The company will introduce a new 450cc platform that will take sales figures even higher.The highest selling range in Royal Enfield’s portfolio is 350cc. There are a multitude of 350cc bikes in the portfolio including Bullet 350, Classic 350, Hunter 350 and Meteor 350. Together, Royal Enfield sold 69,038 units of 350cc bikes. Compared to 53,835 units sold a year ago, RE saw 28% YoY growth.Royal Enfield Sales May 2023YTD sales till May 2023 include 1,33,766 units which is 27% higher YoY over 1,05,399 units sold between Apr 2022 – May 2022. While the 350cc business is booming, Royal Enfield saw a slight setback in 350cc+ motorcycles. These includes the 411cc Himalayan and Scram along with Interceptor 650, Continental GT 650 and Super Meteor 650.This setback accounted for 14% YoY decline as Royal Enfield sold 8,423 units of 350cc+ motorcycles last month as opposed to 9,808 units a year ago. This trend persisted with YTD numbers too. Royal Enfield sold 16,831 units of 350cc+ bikes between April 2023 and May 2023, which was 17% less than 20,399 units it sold in the same period a year ago.Royal Enfield Sales and Exports May 2023In total, Royal Enfield managed to sell 77,461 units (350cc + 411cc + 650cc). With the highly popular 350cc motorcycles lift the numbers, Royal Enfield showed an overall 22% YoY growth as opposed to 63,643 units sold in May 2022. YTD sales demonstrated a strong 20% YoY growth with around 25K units gained in volume.Exports for the month May 2023Royal Enfield’s exports didn’t show the same growth that the company demonstrated in the domestic market. In fact, there was no growth at all. Instead, Royal Enfield lost 34% in exports YoY. The company shipped precisely 6,666 units last month, which was not enough to surpass 10,118 units shipped a year ago.In YTD analysis, this effect is even pronounced as there was 41% YoY decline. The company sold 10,921 units between April 2023 and May 2023 and in the same period last year, the company sold 18,421 units. That said, Royal Enfield has performed better than it did in April 2023 with 68,881 units sold in domestic market and 4,255 units shipped globally.Royal Enfield Sales and Exports May 2023Royal Enfield CKD operations in NepalRoyal Enfield has announced a new CKD facility in Nepal. This is RE’s 5th CKD unit outside of India – after Brazil, Thailand, Colombia and Argentina. RE Nepal plant will have a capacity to assemble 20k units annually. Operations will start with the assembly of Classic 350 and Sram 411. The modern facility is spread over 1 lac sq ft and will cater to growing demand in Nepal. More

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      Himalayan 450 Speedo Spied – Clean View, Simple Design

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      Himalayan 450 Speedo SpiedHimalayan 450’s speedo ensures a clutter-free cockpit in comparison to the multi-dial setup seen with current Himalayan 411Royal Enfield has been testing the new Himalayan 450 since several months. Test mules have been spotted multiple times across India and overseas locations as well. Latest spy shots reveal a clear view of Himalayan 450’s speedometer. Hat tip to automotive enthusiast Nitesh from Chennai, for sharing these exclusive spy shots.Himalayan 450 is expected to be launched later this year in September. It is likely to debut at 2023 EICMA. The bike could be offered in the price range of Rs 2.5 lakh to Rs 3 lakh. Himalayan 450 will go up against rivals like KTM 390 Adventure, BMW G310GS and Yezdi Adventure.Himalayan 450 Speedo detailsWith Himalayan 450, all the instrumentation has been packed into a single, circular shaped console. It is quite big, possibly slightly larger than the round rear-view mirrors of the bike. Anywhere between 4 to 6 inches of diameter is a fair guess. The RPM gauge is placed towards the outer circumference of the console whereas the gear position indicator and speedometer are displayed centrally. Other information such as fuel indicator, trip meter, etc. are likely to be displayed on the digital screen.Himalayan 450’s speedometer console is placed at around 60° – 70° angle, which provides a clear view to the rider. It is also placed higher with the help of mounting brackets. A quick glance should be enough and riders won’t need to take their eyes off the road completely.Himalayan 450 Speedo SpiedRoyal Enfield has done a good job to choose a simple and practical design for Himalayan 450’s speedometer. It is much better than the instrumentation seen with existing Himalayan 411.Current Himalayan has four separate dials. There are two analogue dials, with one for fuel gauge. The main console is a semi-digital unit with analogue speedometer and digital trip meter and clock. There’s a fourth digital dial for gear indicator. This setup has its own benefits and visual appeal, but a single console seems more practical. Himalayan 450 speedometer is likely to have Bluetooth based connectivity features.Himalayan 450 performance, specsRoyal Enfield Himalayan 450 will be getting a new liquid cooled engine, mated to a 6-speed gearbox. It is expected to deliver around 30 bhp of max power and 40 Nm of peak torque. A decent gain over the current Himalayan 411 that churns out 24.31 PS and 32 Nm.Himalayan 450 Speedo SpiedQuite a few users have reported performance issues with current Himalayan, which can be overcome with the new Himalayan 450. With higher power and torque, Himalayan 450 will be in a better position to take on the likes of KTM 390 Adventure.Other key highlights of new Himalayan 450 include LED lighting, tall windscreen, stubby exhaust, USD front forks and rear monoshock suspension. The bike is expected to have a long wheelbase, which will improve cross-wind protection and straight-line stability. Himalayan 450 could get a smaller sized front wheel to make it more appropriate for shorter riders. Current Himalayan has a 21-inch front wheel as standard. More