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      Royal Enfield Himalayan 450 All Digital Speedo, Console – Spied

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      With a new engine displacing around 450cc, Royal Enfield Himalayan 450 is likely to make around 30 bhp of power and 40 Nm of torque2023 Royal Enfield Himalayan 450Royal Enfield’s extended testing periods are not a new thing. After launching Super Meteor 650 recently, RE is set to launch their new 450cc platform spawning multiple derivatives. One of them is the much awaited Himalayan 450.Royal Enfield’s future proposed models based on this 450cc platform are five in number. Out of which, Himalayan 450 and Hunter 450 are likely to be lead vehicles and will spawn derivatives like a tourer, cafe-racer with fairing and a full-fledged Scrambler as well. First of the bunch is likely to be Himalayan 450 and undergoes most frequent testing.Himalayan 450 All Digital ScreenCurrently, Royal Enfield Himalayan 411 features a busy cluster of dials. It has an analog speedo with a tiny LCD screen below it for odo, gear position indicator, and some other info. Besides that, we have a smaller analog dial for the tachometer. Below it are two circular dials. One analog fuel meter and one digital compass.A circular Tripper navigation screen is also there in this already-busy cluster in a jugaad fashion. Overall, it looks all cluttered. With the new gen Himalayan, RE has solved that problem. New H450 features just one large circular display which is likely to be an LCD or even a TFT unit. This large canvas should be enough to show all of the info that old Himalayan did.2023 Royal Enfield Himalayan 450 digital speedoAnother appreciable aspect of this new instrument cluster is that it is angled toward the rider. When touring, it falls into the rider’s peripheral vision and negates a need to look away from the road in order to grasp vehicular data. This might not be an ideal solution when standing and blasting on the trails. But, that is not likely to be an everyday occurrence.Specs & FeaturesWe already knew that Royal Enfield has equipped the upcoming H450 with USD forks. These new spy shots reveal that it is from Showa. They don’t seem to be adjustable for rebound and compression, though. However, this is still a test mule and production-spec model might feature rebound and compression adjustability.Rear will be suspended by a mono-shock unit and is also likely to be from Showa. Exact engine specs are not yet known. But it will displace around 450 cc to make around 30 bhp of power and 40 Nm of torque. Power will be regulated by a 6-speed transmission and is likely to feature liquid cooling.There are a lot of rivals getting prepped. Sharpening their blades to rival Himalayan 450 is the new Hero MotoCorp Xpulse which is likely to feature around 400cc engine and 2023 KTM 390 Adventure.Source More

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      RE Super Meteor 650 Launch Price Rs 3.49 L To Rs 3.79 L

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      With Grand Tourer accessory kit, standard RE Super Meteor 650 can be brought closer to Tourer variant at just Rs. 3.49 lakh, ex-shRoyal Enfield Super Meteor 650cc launch price Rs 3.5 lakhThe third installment of Royal Enfield’s 650cc platform debuted at 2022 EICMA Show in the form of Super Meteor 650. It is Royal Enfield’s first attempt at a low-slung cruiser and seems to be very well received by audiences worldwide.Prices for RE Super Meteor 650 have been revealed today starting from Rs. 3.49 lakh (ex-sh) for regular model while Tourer costs Rs. 3.79 lakh (ex-sh). Pricing is in line with what motorcycle enthusiasts were expecting and is far less than rivaling low-slung middle-weight cruisers like Kawasaki Vulcan S and the likes. Bookings have opened. Deliveries will start from 1st Feb 2023 in India.RE Super Meteor 650 PricesAfter years of testing, Royal Enfield finally launched the Super Meteor 650 in India. If you thought the 650cc platform broke a lot of Royal Enfield related stereotypes, Super Meteor 650 takes that notion to a new level. It is the first-ever RE to come with USD forks and LED headlights. It is the first 650cc motorcycle from RE to get modern features like a Tripper screen.Royal Enfield has stuck to its ethos and has delivered a timeless-looking motorcycle that is sure to age well. With swooping lines, round headlights, taillights, turn indicators and subtle use of chrome, it pays tribute to motorcycles of the past with modernity. Rider is greeted with a generous seat with a relaxed riding posture.Royal Enfield Super Meteor 650cc launch price Rs 3.5 lakhThe handlebar extends slightly toward the driver ensuring an upright riding posture. Front-set footpegs ease driver fatigue and are an absolute boon for long intercontinental mile munching (or Kilometer munching). Weighing 241 kg and measuring 1500 mm long wheelbase, Super Meteor is set to offer supreme straight-line stability and decent immunity to cross-winds.Just like its smaller sibling, Meteor 350, Super Meteor 650 gets alloy wheels on both standard and Tourer variants. Buyers will enjoy tubeless tyres which are more convenient than tubed tyres. Speaking of tyres, Super Meteor 650 gets 100/90-19 tyre at front wrapped on 19” alloy and 150/80-B16 tyres at the rear wrapped on 16” alloy wheel.Specs & FeaturesRoyal Enfield has offered a Tripper navigation screen with Super Meteor 650 that enables turn-by-turn navigation. Along with that, Royal Enfield is offering accessory kits named Solo Tourer and Grand Tourer. These kits add more value to the motorcycle and enhance functionalities.The 648 cc parallel-twin engine is shared with Interceptor 650 and Continental GT 650. This is the main talking point of this motorcycle. It makes 47 horses and 52.3 torques and is very tractable. Power is regulated by a 6-speed gearbox with a slipper clutch and is sent to the rear wheels via a chain drive.Starting at Rs. 3.49 lakh (ex-sh) for standard RE Super Meteor 650, this is the least expensive low-slung cruiser with multi-cylinder engines of any kind. Yes, Keeway K-Light 250V and Benda V302C exist at Rs. 3.09 lakh and Rs. 3.89 lakh (both prices ex-sh). But they don’t fall into middle-weight category. Kawasaki Vulcan S priced at 6.4 lakh (ex-sh) is the only logical rival. More

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      Royal Enfield Hunter 350 Modified Into Scrambler, Brat – Untamed And Exotic

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      Scrambler and Brat versions of Hunter 350 appear truly exotic, untamed and are available to anyone who can afford the cost of customizationRoyal Enfield Hunter 350 ModifiedA bike that signifies Royal Enfield’s evolving design philosophy, Hunter 350 has emerged a bestseller right from its launch. It is currently the second best selling bike in the company portfolio. It has raced ahead of Meteor 350 and leads by a significant margin.New Royal Enfield Hunter 350 has also emerged as a popular choice for customization projects. With its neo-retro profile and simple architecture, virtually limitless iterations can be created.Two such customizations, Hunter Scrambler and Hunter Brat, have now been showcased by K-Speed, a leading Bangkok-based bike customization shop. K-Speed specializes in standalone customization projects and also has ready-to-ship custom parts for a wide range of popular bikes in the world.Royal Enfield Hunter Scrambler – ModifiedIn its Scrambler makeover, Hunter 350 gets a rugged, dominating profile. The knobby dual-purpose tyres immediately grab one’s attention and exude a sense of brute force and dominance.Royal Enfield Hunter 350 Modified – ScramblerThese are functionally relevant as well, with capabilities to tame a wide variety of off-road terrains. Another feature that’s super slick is the custom-made engine cover and side panels. These have protruding ribs that work to enhance the bike’s rugged character.Royal Enfield Hunter 350 Modified – ScramblerTo ensure adequate protection against flying debris, Hunter Scrambler gets a thick plated engine cowl. For engine cooling, four small sized holes have been machined into the engine cowl. There’s apparently an inner breathable layer that can take care of smaller sized debris. Another key addition is a crisp aftermarket exhaust, placed parallel to the seat.Other key highlights of Hunter Scrambler include custom front fender in high-mounted position, tank top cover, bar-end micro mirrors and custom seat with quilted pattern and white lining. A number of stock components such as front and rear indicators have been completely removed. Rear tail has been shortened to achieve a compact profile.Royal Enfield Hunter 350 Modified – BratRoyal Enfield Hunter Brat – ModifiedHunter Brat shares some of the custom parts with Scrambler version, but has an entirely different character. It is a true-blue road machine, with the most notable update being the large balloon tyres. Components like the headlight, bar-end micro mirrors, tank cover and custom engine cover and side panel covers are the same as Hunter Scrambler. Hunter Brat has also been stripped of its front and rear turn signals.Customizations that ensure a unique profile for Hunter Brat include the low-set handlebar, a minimalistic looking saddle and curvy upswept aftermarket exhaust. Front suspension appears to have been tweaked to achieve a low riding stance.Royal Enfield Hunter 350 Modified – Brat Both Hunter Scrambler and Brat are likely to be focused largely on cosmetic enhancements. There are unlikely to be any tweaks to the engine to boost its performance. Aural experience could be unique, as both versions get a different aftermarket exhaust. Hunter is powered by a 350cc motor that churns out 20.2 bhp of max power and 27 Nm of peak torque. It is mated to a 5-speed gearbox.Source More

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      Royal Enfield Super Meteor 650 Launch Date 16th Jan 2023 – Official

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      Royal Enfield Super Meteor 650 will go on sale soon across India from 16th Jan 2023Royal Enfield Super Meteor 650After its global unveiling at EICMA in Milan on 8th October, Super Meteor 650 was showcased at 2022 Rider Mania. Organized by Royal Enfield, Rider Mania was a three-day event, from November 18 to 20. The event was back after a two-year gap.It is here that the new Royal Enfield Super Meteor 650 made its India debut. This new RE has a distinct profile, even though the signature retro bits such as round headlamp, tear-drop shaped fuel tank and broad rear fender have been retained. While dimensionally the bike is pretty huge, the bodywork is a lot crispier in comparison to other Royal Enfield bikes. Components like the fuel tank, seat, side panels and exhaust are intelligently designed for a more athletic look and feel.Royal Enfield Super Meteor 650 Launch DateSuper Meteor 650 appears to be the most capable Royal Enfield bike in terms of street presence. It is 2,260 mm long, 890 mm wide, 1,155 mm tall and has a wheelbase of 1,500 mm. Ground clearance is 135 mm, which seems in line with dimensional standards associated with cruiser motorcycles. However, it could create issues across bad patches, potholes and badly engineered speed bumps.In terms of ride comfort, Super Meteor 650 ticks all the right boxes. The scooped rider seat looks snug and should be able to provide adequate lumbar support. The bike has pulled-back, wide handlebar and forward-set foot pegs. Handling the 241 kg bike shouldn’t be an issue even for shorter guys, as seat height is just 740 mm. This should enhance ride comfort and ensure better control at high speeds, while braking and making sharp turns.Royal Enfield Super Meteor 650 launch date 16th Jan, 7-30 PMThere will be two variants of Super Meteor 650 – Solo Tourer and Grand Tourer (GT). The former gets colour options of Astral Black, Astral Blue, Astral Green, Interstellar Grey and Interstellar Green. Super Meteor 650 Grand Tourer variant has colour options of Celestial Red and Celestial Blue.As per the latest info shared by Royal Enfield on their Instagram, new Super Meteor 650 will launch on this Monday, 16th Jan 2023. It is on this date we will get the official prices of Super Meteor 650. The bike is expected to be launched in the price range of Rs 3.5 to 4 lakh, ex-sh. Launch time is 7-30 PM India time.Super Meteor 650 engine, specsRoyal Enfield Super Meteor will be using the same engine as currently in use with 650 twins – Interceptor and Continental GT. Onboard Super Meteor, the engine generates 47 PS of max power at 7,250 rpm and 52.3 Nm of peak torque at 5,650 rpm. It is mated to a 6-speed constant mesh gearbox. Expect the bike’s exhaust to deliver a unique aural experience. It doesn’t seem too loud with a noise emission rating of 76.3 dB(A).Some of the key highlights of the bike include LED headlamp, steel tubular spine frame, 43 mm Showa USD forks and twin shocks at rear with preload adjustability. The bike has 19-inch front and 16-inch rear wheel, shod with 100/90 and 150/80 tyres, respectively. Braking duties are performed by 320 mm front and 300 mm rear disc. Dual-channel ABS is offered as standard. More

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      Royal Enfield Sales Dec 2022 – Bullet, Hunter, Classic, 650 Twins

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      Royal Enfield sales decline both on YoY and MoM basis in December 2022, though CY 2022 sales improved 27.72 percentImage – Auto Moto ShowMotorcycle maker Royal Enfield has reported a 7.24 percent decline in sales in December 2022. Sales dipped YoY to 68,400 units from 73,739 units sold in Dec 2021. This was a 5,339 unit volume loss.Domestic sales of Royal Enfield dipped 8.23 percent to 59,821 units in the past month from 65,187 units sold in Dec 2021. Exports improved marginally by 0.32 percent to 8,579 units from 8,552 units shipped in Dec 2021.Royal Enfield Sales Dec 2022YoY de-growth was seen both in the case of the 350cc segments. In the case of bikes 350cc bike sales fell to 7,177 units from 11,196 units sold in Dec 2021. Top selling 350cc motorcycles from Royal Enfield include Classic, Hunter, Bullet, Electra and Meteor.On a MoM basis as well, the company noted a 9.03 percent dip in domestic sales from 65,760 units sold in Nov 2022 while exports increased 71.37 percent from 5,006 units shipped in Nov 2022. Growth was seen in the 350cc segment by 49.21 percent over 4,810 units sold in Nov 2022.Royal Enfield Sales Dec 2022Royal Enfield opened the calendar year 2022 on a dismal note. Sales were in the red in the first 3 months thus taking Q1 2022 sales to 1,60,338 units from 1,89,659 units sold in CY 2021 relating to a 15.46 percent de-growth.Royal Enfield Sales 2022 – Annual ReportSales picked up in April, May and June 2022 with Q2 2022 sales at 1,57,652 units, up 50.61 percent over 1,04,677 units sold in Q2 2021. H1 sales thus increased 8.04 percent to 3,17,990 units. Positive sales were seen in every month thereafter except for Dec 2022.Q3 sales increased by 73.37 percent while Q4 sales were up 34.18 percent to end H2 sales higher by 50.33 percent at 3,85,176 units from 2,56,221 units sold in H2 2021. Total sales of the company in CY 2022 increased by 27.72 percent to 7,03,166 units from 5,50,557 units sold in Cy 2021.Royal Enfield Sales 2022RE Upcoming Launches in 2023Royal Enfield has a total of 3 new launches in the months ahead. These include the Royal Enfield Super Meteor 650, Himalayan 450 and Bullet 350. The Super Meteor 650 has made its debut at the 2022 EICMA Show. India launch will take place this month. The Bullet 350 on the other hand is a generation update which will come in with a new J-series engine that will make 20.2 hp power and 27 Nm torque mated to a 5-speed manual transmission. Himalayan 450 launch is expected by the end of 2023. More

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      Royal Enfield Parent Co. Invests In Stark Electric Motorcycles

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      Eicher Motors Ltd. (EML) approves strategic investment in Spanish electric motorcycle manufacturer Stark Future SLStark Electric MotorcycleEicher Motors Ltd., parent company of Royal Enfield announced a strategic collaboration with Spain-based Stark Future SL. Eicher Motors Ltd. Board approved an initial equity investment of € 50 million. This entails close to 10.35% equity stake in Stark Future. Eicher Motors Ltd., will have a Director seat on Stark Future’s Board.A development such as this becomes yet another space that’s getting superbly interesting. Royal Enfield’s reputation revolves around the mid-segment. And this collaboration will explore opportunities in electric mobility. Both Royal Enfield and Stark Future are keen on creating global mobility solutions. The manufacturer launched its first high performance electric motocross bike, Stark VARG recently.Stark VARG high performance electric motocross bikeStark Future is focused on performance electric motorcycles that contribute to sustainable mobility. The manufacturer has several patents on its newly developed Stark VARG.Royal Enfield’s R&D programmes too are focused on sustainable mobility technologies. To this end, several ideas are in an advanced stage of testing. Earlier this year, Royal Enfield electric motorcycle plans were in the news. A concept called Electrik01 was also leaked.Stark Electric Motorcycle ManufacturingThe company intends to create uniquely differentiated electric motorcycles in the midweight segment. A segment where the company leads from the front. The investment sets the foundations for a long term partnership in collaboration research and development in electric motorcycles. This extends to technology sharing, technical licensing, and manufacturing.Real breakout growth in the EV leisure spaceEicher Motors Ltd Managing Director, Siddhartha Lal says, “We love the vision, passion and focus of the amazing team at Stark Future. Leisure motorcycles do not easily lend themselves to EV technology at this stage, due to challenges like the battery range, packaging, weight and cost.This has resulted in stunted growth of this segment till now. Stark Future has been able to understand and harness the potential of EV technology by dramatically outperforming ICE offerings, without compromising on range, weight, packaging and cost.They have created an absolutely astounding motocross motorcycle – the Stark VARG as their entry into the EV world. We believe that Stark Future has the highest potential for real breakout growth in the EV leisure space with this model, and the potential to use this strong base to extend into other contiguous segments and beyond.” More

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      Royal Enfield Sales Breakup Nov 2022 – Classic, Meteor, Himalayan, 650 Twins

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      Royal Enfield has registered a YoY growth of 46.69 percent in domestic markets while exports dipped 26.64 percentImage – Bullet TowerRoyal Enfield continues to command the 350cc segment with models such as the Classic 350, Hunter 350, Meteor 350 and Bullet 350. It was these very bikes that drove sales of the company month after month. Nov 2022 sales report was not very different from previous months.Royal Enfield domestic sales in Nov 2022 stood at 65,760 units, up 46.69 percent over 44,830 units sold in Nov 2021. MoM sales on the other hand, dipped 14.07 percent from 76,528 units sold in Oct 2022. It was the RE Classic 350 that ruled the list with 26,701 units sold in the past month, up 36.23 percent YoY from 19,601 units sold in Nov 2021. This bike commands a 40.61 percent share in Nov 2022 while this share percentage stood at 41.54 in Oct 2022. MoM sales however, dipped 16.01 percent from 31,791 units sold in Oct 2022.Royal Enfield Sales Breakup Nov 2022The recently launched RE Hunter 350, the company’s most affordable offering at a starting price of Rs 1,49,900 (ex-showroom), has found its way to 2nd position on the sales list. Sales stood at 15,588 units in Nov 2022, a marginal MoM growth of 0.93 percent from 15,445 units sold in Oct 2022.It was followed by the Bullet 350 which posted a 5.98 percent YoY and 6.21 percent MoM degrowth to 8,211 units in Nov 2022. The company had sold 8,733 units and 8,755 units in Nov 2021 and Oct 2022 respectively. Despite de-growth, share percentage increased from 11.44 to 12.49 percent MoM.Royal Enfield Sales Nov 2022Sales increased YoY for the RE Meteor 350 by 919 units or 13.56 percent to 7,694 units in Nov 2022 from 6,775 units sold in Nov 2021. October 2022 sales had been at 10,353 units relating to a 25.68 percent MoM de-growth. In the 350cc segment, the company also has Electra 350 of which 4,170 units were sold last month, down 2.04 percent from 4,257 units sold in Nov 2021. MoM sales fell by 8.85 percent over 4,575 units sold in Oct 2022.There was also RE Himalayan and 650 Twins lower down the list, both of which posted YoY and MoM de-growth. Himalayan sales dipped 35.92 percent to 2,121 units last month from 3,310 units sold in Nov 2021 while in Oct 2022, sales had been at 3,751 units relating to a 43.46 percent MoM de-growth. 650 Twins also suffered 40.85 percent YoY and 31.43 percent MoM degrowth to 1,274 units in the past month. Despite this de-growth, it was these two models (Interceptor and Continental GT) that dominated the 500cc+ segment in Nov 2022, with a 77.97 percent market share.RE Exports Nov 2022Royal Enfield suffered lower exports both on YoY basis by 26.64 percent to 5,006 units from 6,824 units sold in Nov 2021. MoM sales fell 12.28 percent from 5,707 units shipped in Oct 2022. Globally, it was the Hunter 350 that commanded the most attention with 2,403 units shipped in Nov 2022. It was at 1,290 units in Oct 2022 relating to an 86.28 percent MoM growth. Share percentage increased from 22.60 percent held in Oct 2022 to 48.00 percent last month.Royal Enfield Exports Nov 2022RE Himalayan also posted positive sales in global markets to 1,041 units in Nov 2022, up 13.40 percent from 918 units shipped in Nov 2021. MoM sales growth was at 30.45 percent from 798 units exported in Oct 2022. Classic 350cc exports fell 39.20 percent YoY and 30.33 percent MoM to 836 units while 650 Twins exports dropped 80.24 percent YoY and 62.60 percent MoM to 374 units in Nov 2022. Similarly, Meteor 350 exports also fell 86.49 percent YoY and 75.19 percent MoM to 352 units. The Classic 500, of which the company had exported 33 units in Nov 2021 has since been discontinued. More

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      Royal Enfield Himalayan Scram 411 Custom – Modified To Race

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      Commissioned by Royal Enfield, this customized Scram 411 Supermoto edition was to debut at Glemseck 101 race meetRoyal Enfield Himalayan Scram 411 CustomWith their simple, yet robust architecture, Royal Enfield bikes are easy to modify and can support a wide variety of body styles. Latest custom project involves Himalayan Scram 411 that has been transformed into a Supermoto racing machine. Commissioned by Royal Enfield, this custom project has been executed by Germany-based Crooked Motorcycles. Images are credited to Bike Exif.Key objective of this project was to showcase the creative prowess of team Crooked. The challenge was to achieve an entirely new look, without losing out on the core character of Himalayan Scram 411. Moreover, everything needed to be done in a time period of just three weeks.Himalayan Scram 411 Supermoto – SuperScramCustom-made SuperScram has such an unconventional design that calling it radical will be an understatement. Much of the bike’s body panelling has been removed and replaced with custom-made panels. The primary choice of metal here is aluminium, which is easy to mill into the desired shape. Unlike stock Scram 411 that has a curvy fuel tank and body panelling, SuperScram has straight-cut panels with sharp profile.Some deep-level modifications were performed such as removal of subframe and replacing it with a custom bodywork. The stock fuel tank has been entirely removed and there’s a new custom fuel tank built under the seat. It comes with a snazzy pop-up filler cap. The underseat fuel reservoir not only helps achieve a sleek look and feel, but also lowers the bike’s centre of gravity.Royal Enfield Himalayan Scram 411 CustomAt front, the bike has bright Supernova LED headlight. Tail lights are custom-made and placed in the lower section of rear fender. Parts like license plate, speedometer and turn signals are missing on purpose, as this is more of a display machine.SuperScram aftermarket upgradesWhile the 19-inch front and 17-inch rear wheel combo has been retained, SuperScram Supermoto gets Metzeler Sportec M9 tires. Scram 411 stock low-mounted fender has been replaced with a Husqvarna enduro unit. Suspension and braking apparatus have been retained, but the bike gets additional equipment such as Probrake levers and LSL handlebars. These help achieve a sportier look and feel.Other upgrades include short-stroke throttle, Biltwell Inc. grips and a CNC-machined start button seamlessly integrated into the bodywork. The saddle is another key highlight, which appears like a nano runway. The custom Alcantara seat stretches all the way from the steering head to the bike’s rear fender. It is functionally relevant though, as it allows easy movement of the rider. The bike gets a custom exhaust that runs parallel to the seat.Colour theme is predominantly black, with contrasting bits of yellow. The black shade comes in glossy finish across most parts. Components like the engine are also blacked out. There are no performance upgrades in this customization project.Source More