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    Royal Enfield Himalayan 650 Spied – Dual Disc In Front, USD Forks

    Royal Enfield Himalayan 650 Dual Disc SpiedFor the first time ever, a Royal Enfield motorcycle is getting adjustable suspension and front dual-disc brake setup among othersIndian motorcycling enthusiasts are in for a treat as Royal Enfield is coming up with a new 650cc motorcycle. No. We’re not talking about the Bullet 650 and Classic 650 or even the Scram 650 (Interceptor Bear 650). This is a lot more exciting. Say Namaste to the first ever Royal Enfield Himalayan 650 spy shots.Royal Enfield Himalayan 650 SpiedAfter multiple rumours, speculations and featuring in a few official internal presentations, Royal Enfield has finally commenced the testing of Himalayan 650. This is the first time, Royal Enfield is creating a truly premium offering and when launched, it will be positioned as the company’s flagship.Royal Enfield Himalayan 650 SpiedThe test mule in question, was completely camouflaged. But the design attributes that it brings to the table easily position it as a Royal Enfield. The same 648cc parallel-twin mill from other RE 650 motorcycles can be seen on this bike too. There is a single exhaust setup, which is of an up-swept design for better water wading.Seating layout is of split-type design with front seat scooped out for comfort and convenience while pillion seat is stepped. There are braces on the rear subframe that end into a rear luggage rack. Just like Himalayan 450, tail lights are integrated into its turn indicators. There are new ORVMs for better visibility too.Royal Enfield Himalayan 650 SpiedUnlike Himalayan 450, upcoming Himalayan 650 has a semi fairing that makes it more of a tourer than an adventure off-roader. The first motorcycle that this test mule reminded me of, was Benelli TNT 600 GT. This bikini fairing engulfs the fuel tank in a soothing manner. We hope the fuel tank is 20L+ for maximum range on a single tank.We can see a circular instrument cluster that looks like it is fully digital TFT unit. The angle of this screen was facing rider, which is better for touring as it falls in rider’s peripheral vision. This could very well be the same Tripper Dash we saw with Himalayan 450 and just launched Guerrilla 450. So, Google Maps, music control and other telemetry features will be present.Royal shares launch plans of 13 new motorcyclesSpecs and PriceFor the first time ever, Royal Enfield is testing dual disc setup at the front on any of its motorcycles. These are dual petal-type rotors. Owing to its touring bias, Royal Enfield Himalayan 650 spied, doesn’t get 21-inch front wheels, although they’re still wire-spoke type compatible with tubeless tyres.This is the first Royal Enfield ever to get adjustable suspension. We can see adjusters for front USD telescopic forks. This is also the first Royal Enfield 650cc offering to get a mono-shock rear suspension. Powertrain-wise, it will carry over the same 648cc parallel twin oil-cooled motor. We expect it to make slightly more power at around 50 bhp and 60 Nm of torque, mated to a 6-speed gearbox.Royal Enfield New Himalayan 450Owing to the premium componentry, design, appearances and other elements, Royal Enfield Himalayan 650 will comfortably cost around the Rs 4 lakh mark. When launched, it will be the most affordable middle-weight ADV rivaling Kawasaki Versys 650, Benelli TRK 502 and the likes.Source More

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    Royal Enfield Bullet 650 Twin Official Name Trademark Filed – Launch Soon

    Royal Enfield Bullet 650 TwinPowering the Bullet 650 Twin will be the same 648cc engine in use with the Super Meteor, Interceptor and Continental GTWith eyes on the future and export markets, Royal Enfield is ramping up its 650cc portfolio. Existing products in this space currently include the 650 twins, Super Meteor 650 and Shotgun 650. Upcoming Royal Enfield 650cc bikes include Bullet 650, Classic 650 and Scrambler 650.Bullet 650 gets official nameEarlier this year in May, Royal Enfield had trademarked the Classic 650 Twin name. And now, the Royal Enfield Bullet 650 Twin name has been trademarked. Test mules have been spotted multiple times across both national and international locations. Launch is expected around mid-2025. Before that, Royal Enfield is expected to launch the Classic 650 Twin and the Scrambler 650.Royal Enfield Bullet 650 TwinBullet 650 Twin – Key featuresIn the company’s lineup, Bullet 650 Twin will be the most affordable 650cc Royal Enfield bike. Just like the 350cc model, the Bullet 650 Twin will be positioned as a no-frills product. The bike will be equipped with a basic instrument console that displays the speedometer, fuel level, tripmeter and other general info.It is possible that a top-spec variant could also be on offer with more premium features. For example, Royal Enfield Super Meteor 650 has twin-pod instrumentation with Tripper dash. These premium features could also be offered as optional for select variants.Royal Enfield Bullet 650 TwinTo ensure an affordable price point for Bullet 650 Twin, the bike could use halogen headlamp instead of an LED headlight. In terms of styling, some features will be borrowed from the smaller 350cc Bullet. Key highlights include a headlight cover, circular headlamp and rear-view mirrors, tear-drop fuel tank, scooped single-piece seat, conventional exhaust pipes and broad rear fender. Test mules have revealed liberal use of chrome finish, evident on the headlamp, engine casing and exhaust.Royal Enfield Bullet 650 TwinRoyal Enfield Bullet 650 Twin – Specs, performanceSpy shots have revealed wire-spoke wheels, shod with tube-type tyres. Suspension setup comprises standard telescopic forks at front and dual rear shock absorbers. Bullet 650 Twin could be using 320 mm and 240 mm disc brakes at front and rear, respectively. Dual-channel ABS will be offered as standard. Powering Bullet 650 Twin will be the 648cc, parallel twin, SOHC, air-oil cooled engine that churns out 47 PS and 52.3 Nm. It is mated to a 6-speed constant mesh gearbox.Royal Enfield Bullet 650 Twin – PriceConsidering that Bullet 650 Twin will be the most competitively priced 650cc Royal Enfield bike, it could be launched at under Rs 3 lakh. Most affordable 650cc Royal Enfield motorcycle is currently the Interceptor 650, available at a starting price of Rs 3.03 lakh. A competitive pricing strategy will help boost sales number.Royal Enfield Bullet 650 TwinRoyal Enfield already dominates the 500cc+ motorcycle segment in India, with market share of close to 90%. 650 twins command the biggest share of more than 67%. Super Meteor 650 is next, with market share of more than 22%. With new 650cc bikes, Royal Enfield will also be looking to expand its global footprint. More

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    2024 Royal Enfield Classic 350 Debut On 12th Aug – New Features Update

    Royal Enfield Classic 350The new J-series platform is shared between other RE bikes and offers a sophisticated riding experience and enhanced thrillWhere motorcycles are concerned, only a few bikes can match the timeless elegance of a Royal Enfield Classic 350. For 2024, Royal Enfield is transitioning this timeless beauty to the modern era with new set of features. New Royal Enfield Classic 350 has been announced by the company and even revealed the launch date. Let’s take a look.2024 Royal Enfield Classic 350Budget-conscious buyers might be attracted to Hunter 350’s Rs. 1.5 lakh (ex-sh) price. But the classic retro aura is still exclusive to Classic 350. That is the reason why it is the best-selling 350cc to 450cc motorcycle ever launched in India with a massive fan following. The 2024 Classic 350 is announced to be launched on 12th August, 2024.The main strengths of Royal Enfield Classic 350 over other RE models are classic beauty with its rounded tank, chrome finishes, and old-school aura. The new Royal Enfield Classic 350 is expected to include added features and equipment over the current model. “A Celebration of Classicism” as Royal Enfield calls it.These add-ons might include LED lighting all-around (LED headlights, LED tail lights and LED turn indicators), probably a more modern instrument cluster and new switchgear. Other than that, Royal Enfield is not likely to meddle too much with their prized possession and make any radical changes to deviate from the winning formula.Royal Enfield Classic 350 : Image – An ExplorerThere might be subtle changes to fuel tank and side body panels too. But probability is less. We hope there is an alloy wheel option for buyers so that they can have the assurance of tubeless tyres. ABS might be offered as standard fitment with the new Classic 350 as opposed to optional offering with current model.Specs and Price2024 Royal Enfield Classic 350 will continue with the same J-Series engine as other RE 350 bikes. This engine is known to be significantly less vibey and lays emphasis on relaxed cruising. Reduced vibrations mean less fatigue on longer rides. This engine displaces 349 cc and develops 20 bhp of power and 27 Nm of torque, mated to a 5-speed gearbox.Componentry will mostly remain unchanged with RSU telescopic front forks, twin rear shock absorbers, 300mm disc brake at the front and more. All these components are housed in the same J-Series frame that proves more agile, stable and nimble than previous-generation chassis.Classic 350 : Image – Dev MishraThere will be an increase in pricing with new Classic 350. Currently, Royal Enfield Classic 350 retails from Rs 1.93 lakh and Rs 2.25 lakh (Ex-sh). Launch will happen on August 12th, 2024 in Mumbai.Also read – Royal Enfield Scram 650 patent leaked (Interceptor Bear 650) More

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    Royal Enfield Guerrilla 450 Or Himalayan 450 ADV? The One-Bike Garage Theory

    Royal Enfield Guerrilla 450 or Himalayan 450?Packing touring and off-roading hardware, Himalayan 450 proves more versatility, but Guerrilla 450 strikes ease of use for daily rides
    Ever since the Royal Enfield Guerrilla 450 was launched in India, this motorcycle has attracted a lot interest. Many buyers may be confused about choosing this or its bigger and more expensive brother, Himalayan 450. Off-roading or everyday rideability? Which will be a better fit in the on-bike garage theory? Let’s take a look.
    Guerrilla 450 Or Himalayan 450?
    For many, motorcycles are much more than just a means of transport. They find a soul in these machines. One that reflects their character and personality. Generally, motorcyclists dream of a one-bike garage. One bike for all purposes. One bike that fills all needs and gaps. The one bike that does it all.
    Guerrilla 450
    Royal Enfield’s Guerrilla 450 is a good candidate for this approach. Base model costs Rs 2.39 lakh (Ex-sh) and goes till Rs 2.54 lakh (Ex-sh) for top-spec model. Owing to its Roadster genre, it has a minimal design and weighs 185 kg. While Himalayan 450 weighs 196 kg, making it 11 kg heavier. Guerrilla 450 has a smaller 11L fuel tank as opposed to Himalayan’s 17L, which saves around 5kg in weight (1L Petrol = 775g).
    But we get all the added extras with Himalayan 450 that makes it a mighty tourer and a versatile off-roader. Guerrilla 450 base variant is Rs 46,000 cheaper than Himalayan 450’s base variant. It has to be noted that Himalayan 450 offers RE’s Tripper Dash as standard, something which is only available with top-spec variants of Guerrilla 450.
    Royal Enfield New Himalayan Front Quarter
    How different are they?
    Guerrilla 450 is a lot easier to handle and manoeuvre in the city owing to its compact dimensions. For context, Himalayan 450 measures 2,245 mm long, 852 mm wide, 1,316 mm tall and has a 1,510 mm long wheelbase. Guerrilla 450 measures 2,090 mm long, 833 mm wide, 1,125 mm tall and has a 1,440 mm long wheelbase.
    Himalayan 450’s seat height is 825 mm and can be adjusted to 845 mm, while Guerrilla 450’s seat height is a lot more accessible at 780 mm. Himalayan 450 has a higher ground clearance of 230 mm and Guerrilla’s is at 169 mm. While Guerrilla 450 will emerge as the easier and sportier motorcycle to ride, Himalayan 450 positions itself as a better tourer and off-roader.
    Royal Enfield Guerrilla 450
    Roadster or ADV Tourer?
    For the one-bike garage theory, neither Guerrilla 450 nor Himalayan are optimum recipients. Guerrilla 450 simply lacks Himalayan’s touring and off-roading capabilities. Whereas Himalayan 450 is too cumbersome to be an easy-going daily rider with its weight and stance. We wish there was a decent middle ground between Guerrilla 450 and Himalayan 450 that can bridge the gap.
    Royal Enfield Guerrilla 450 Accessories
    A custom motorcycle approach could be a solution for that. Instead of buying a Himalayan 450 and then modifying it, customising a Guerrilla 450 into a Scrambler comes out to be a lot more logical. Longer travel suspension, dual-purpose off-road tyres, RE’s official windscreen and underbelly protection and a rear luggage rack might be enough to transform Guerrilla 450 into a Scrambler. It has been noted that Royal Enfield strongly recommends against modifications from third-party components.
    New Himalayan accessories
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    Royal Enfield Scram 650 Design Trademarked – Launch Soon As Interceptor Bear 650?

    Royal Enfield Scram 650 Design TrademarkedThe 648cc parallel twin engine on upcoming Royal Enfield Scram 650 or Interceptor Bear 650 will pack around 47 bhp and 52 NmIndia’s defacto classic motorcycle manufacturer, Royal Enfield, just launched their new Guerrilla 450. This was in a bid to expand their Sherpa 450 based single cylinder high performance motorcycle portfolio. Now, the focus has been shifted towards the 650cc twin-cylinder portfolio and Royal Enfield Interceptor Bear 650 design has been trademarked.Scram 650 Design TrademarkedEver since the company launched 650 Twins, there has been a new light and perspective on Royal Enfield motorcycles. For the first time ever, a Royal Enfield motorcycle had a creamy smooth engine, active oil cooling and a 6-speed gearbox.Royal Enfield Scram 650 Design TrademarkedWith the 650 platform, Royal Enfield has firmly established dominance in India’s 500cc+ motorcycle segment with around 90% market share. The company has already launched four motorcycles on its 650 platform – Interceptor 650, Continental GT 650, Super Meteor 650 and the new Shotgun 650.Royal Enfield will soon launch a scrambler style motorcycle based on 650 platform. Wildly popular as Scram 650, Royal Enfield will probably call it Interceptor Bear 650. The name has been trademarked already and establishes the fact that it is based on Interceptor 650.Royal Enfield Scram 650 Design TrademarkedRE has been pursuing names like Guerrilla and Bear as part of their new naming strategy. When launched, Interceptor Bear 650 has the potential to be RE’s most feature-loaded and lightest 650cc offering on sale. The new Scrambler retains most of the design traits of Interceptor 650.It gains on componentry like USD telescopic front forks, LED turn indicators front and rear, scrambler-style braced handlebar, dual-purpose on/off road CEAT tyres (Pirelli Scorpion Rally STR tyres expected with global model). Most notably, it gets a single-sided exhaust setup that should save on precious weight. Sub 200 kg, perhaps?Royal Enfield Scram 650Specs & PricingJust like other 650cc siblings, Royal Enfield Scram 650 or Interceptor Bear 650 will be equipped with the same 648cc parallel-twin oil-cooled engine that churns out 47 bhp of peak power and 52 Nm of peak torque, mated to a 6-speed gearbox and slipper clutch. Engine will be tuned to match bike’s characteristics and the new exhaust setup.Features-wise, this upcoming Scrambler is spotted with Royal Enfield’s Tripper Dash also offered with Guerrilla 450 and Himalayan 450. This screen is capable of running Google Maps, music control and a comprehensive range of connectivity features with a dedicated smartphone application.Royal Enfield Scram 650 instrument cluster spiedWhere pricing is concerned, we can expect it to cost around Rs 3.2 lakh to Rs 3.3 lakh (Ex-sh). It will be the most affordable multi-cylinder scrambler motorcycle with decent performance and a lot of retro charm. Launch might happen by the end of 2024 or early 2025. More

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    Royal Enfield Guerrilla 450 – Variant Wise Features Detailed

    Royal Enfield Guerrilla 450Royal Enfield Guerrilla 450 enters a segment to rival the Harley-Davidson X440, Triumph Speed 400, Husqvarna Svartpilen 401 and Hero Mavrick 440Following multiple spy-shots, leaks and TVC shoots, the new Royal Enfield Guerrilla 450 has now been officially launched. It has also been moved into showrooms across India and dealership training has commenced.Royal Enfield Guerrilla 450 – Variants and PricesThis new motorcycle marks the company’s foray into the sub-500cc street naked motorcycle segment. The Guerrilla is presented in three variants of Analogue, Dash and Flash and priced at Rs 2.39 lakh, Rs 2.49 lakh and Rs 2.54 lakh respectively (ex-showroom). These are introductory prices. Bookings have also been opened in India while test rides and deliveries are set to commence from 1st August 2024. RE Guerrilla is priced at £4,850 in the UK and at €5,290 in Germany.Royal Enfield Guerrilla 450Measuring 2,090mm in length, 833mm in width and 1,125mm in height, the RE Guerrilla 450 sits on a 1,440 mm long wheelbase. It weighs 186 kgs and is ideally designed both for daily commute and weekend getaways. Seat height is at 780mm and ground clearance is at 169mm while fuel tank is of 11 liter capacity.Royal Enfield Guerrilla 450 – Features DetailedStarting with the base Analogue variant, which is presented in a single tone paint scheme of Smokey Silver with Playa Black accents, it gets a semi digital instrument cluster, an analogue speedometer and digital readouts in terms of fuel, trip meter and odometer. The Analogue trim is also offered with smartphone connectivity for both calls and SMS along with turn by turn navigation.Royal Enfield Guerrilla 450 SpecsThe mid-spec Dash trim shows off a more premium stance with its dual tone colour schemes. It is offered in two colour options of Playa Black and Gold Dip. It also gets an analogue instrument cluster but sports a TFT console with smartphone connectivity for calls, music and navigation via Google Maps, as is also seen on the Himalayan 450.Royal Enfield Guerrilla 450 PricesComing to the Flash top-spec variant, it is being offered in two colour options of Brava Blue and Yellow Ribbon, both of which are dual-tones. Yellow Ribbon sports a black along with yellow and purple accents while Brava Blue is in a dual shade of blue with white accents. Features also get more premium with LED headlamps with turn indicators, a 4.0 inch TFT display with smartphone connectivity, Google Maps, USB type C port and media controls.Powertrain SpecificationsRoyal Enfield Guerrilla 450 sports a Sherpa 450 engine. This 452cc, single cylinder engine offers 39.5 hp power at 8,000 rpm and 40 Nm torque at 5,500 rpm mated to a 6 speed gearbox. It gets slip and assist clutch for a smoother ride while braking is via 310mm ventilated disc with double piston caliper and 270mm ventilated disc with single piston caliper at the front and rear respectively.Royal Enfield Guerrilla 450 Vs RivalsSuspension is handled via a 43mm telescopic fork in front and rear monoshock set up. The Royal Enfield Guerrilla 450 comes in at a certified mileage of 29.5 km/l. It rides on 17 inch alloy wheels fitted with 120/70 section tyre in the front and 160/60 section tyre at the rear. More

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    Royal Enfield Sales Breakup June 2024 – Classic, Bullet, Meteor, Himalayan, 650 Twins

    Royal Enfield Meteor 350Royal Enfield witnessed some of its more popular models, that included Classic 350, Hunter 350 and Himalayan, post a YoY decline in salesRoyal Enfield has reported a decline in sales on a YoY basis but has posted a satisfactory MoM growth. It was the company’s 350cc range that continued to top sales charts while Royal Enfield has finally taken wraps off of the highly anticipated Guerrilla 450. It is priced from Rs 2.39 lakh and goes up to Rs 2.54 lakh (ex-showroom).Royal Enfield YoY Domestic Sales – June 2024Royal Enfield sales in June 2024 stood at 66,117 units, a 2.04% YoY de-growth over 67,495 units sold in June 2023. It was a MoM growth of 4.07% when compared to 63,531 units sold in May 2024. This was a volume decline of 1,378 units. It was the company’s 350cc range that once again garnered the most attention in domestic markets even as it was only the Meteor 350 that saw positive response.Royal Enfield Sales June 2024Topping the sales list was the Classic 350 with an 8.15% YoY decline in demand to 24,803 units. There had been 27,003 units sold in June 2023. RE Classic 350 currently commands a 37.51% share on the company list. The company also plans launch of the Classic 350 facelift sometime later this year.At No. 2 was RE Hunter 350 that also saw its sales decline on a YoY basis by 3.42% to 15,609 units in June 2024. There had been 16,162 units sold in the same month last year. Sales declined even more sharply for the Bullet 350 that dipped 22.12% YoY to 9,610 units. This was against 12,339 units sold in June 2023.Royal Enfield Sales June 2024Another model in the 350cc motorcycle range, Meteor 350 received added attention last month. Sales grew by 17.79% YoY to 8,085 units, up from 6,864 units sold in June 2023. There is a new variant of the Meteor 350 introduced called the Aurora variant. It is offered in three colour options of Green, Blue and Black and is priced at Rs 2.66 lakh (ex-showroom).RE Himalayan sales also dipped 5.93% YoY to 3,062 units from 3,255 units sold in June 2023 while the company has received overwhelming response for both the 650 Twins (2,763 units) and Super Meteor (2,185 units), sales of which grew by 95.68% and 375% respectively. This segment will also see the launch of Bullet 650 and Classic 650 in the coming months.Royal Enfield Displays Positive MoM Sales in June 2024With a 4.07% MoM growth in sales, Royal Enfield has seen improved demand for its 350cc range which was topped by the Classic 350 with a 4.31% MoM growth over 23,779 units sold in May 2024. Hunter 350 and Bullet 350 sales also showed positive response with a 3.48% and 2.98% MoM growth respectively while sales of Meteor 350 fell by 1.27% over 8,189 units sold in May 2024.Himalayan and 650 Twin sales fell completely in the red as sales dropped by 7.60% and 4.23% respectively. It was outstanding growth seen in the case of the Super Meteor that witnessed a 130.49% MoM growth in sales to 2,185 units in June 2024 from just 948 units sold in May 2024. More

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    Royal Enfield Guerrilla 450 Accessories Revealed – Here’s How Much Each Cost

    Royal Enfield Guerrilla 450 AccessoriesThe most expensive among Royal Enfield Guerrilla 450 accessories are the black bench seat and black urban seat priced at Rs 4,950 eachEver since its launch yesterday in Barcelona, Spain, Royal Enfield Guerrilla 450 has been a trending product. It has sparked the interests of Indian and global motorcycling enthusiasts alike. Royal Enfield has revealed the set of accessories compatible with Guerrila 450 and here is the list and their respective prices.Royal Enfield Guerrilla 450 AccessoriesPrices for Royal Enfield Guerrilla 450 start from Rs 2.39 lakh (Ex-sh) for the base variant. Goes till Rs 2.54 lakh (Ex-sh) for top-spec variant. For the price, it offers a decent amount of performance, features and style quotient. Royal Enfield is now offering a comprehensive range of accessories.These accessories will further increase the appeal of Guerrilla 450. Buyers can choose the accessories they want and personalise their new Guerrilla 450 as per their taste. Royal Enfield is offering both functional and protective accessories along with stylistic accessories with a lot of functionalities.Among the protective accessories from Royal Enfield, we have a silver radiator guard that is worth Rs 1,950, there is a headlight grill that also adds a dash of style priced at Rs 1,950, black and silver Sumpguards that cost Rs 3,450 each, black and navy water-resistant bike cover priced at Rs 1,100 each.Guerrilla 450 AccessoriesRoyal Enfield is also offering a black compact engine guard priced at Rs 3,750 and a black large engine guard priced at Rs 4,750. The company recommends using their GMA products (Genuine Motorcycle Accessories) and there have been numerous incidents with Himalayan 450 where buyers used third-party accessories.Stylistic accessoriesWith a bunch of stylistic accessories, Guerrilla 450 buyers can personalise their motorcycle to their heart’s content. Buyers can choose bar end mirror mounts priced at Rs 650, black or silver oil filler caps priced at Rs 1,050 each, a tinted flyscreen worth Rs 2,650, a Halycon black painted instrument cowl worth Rs 2,750.Royal Enfield is offering two seat options as well – black bench seat and black urban seat. Both of these have been priced at Rs 4,950. Many buyers are likely to opt for tinted flyscreen accessory or the Halycon black painted instrument cowl for that visual pop.Guerrilla 450 AccessoriesWith classic retro high-performance single-cylinder motorcycles in the crosshair, Guerrilla 450 has emerged as a competent product from Royal Enfield. We have compared the Guerrilla 450 with its immediate rivals on parameters like specs, features and other attributes and the motorcycle is very competitive.Powertrain-wise Guerrilla 450 comes equipped with Royal Enfield’s new Sherpa 450 engine. This is a 452cc single-cylinder DOHC 4V liquid-cooled unit that kicks out 40 bhp of peak power and 40 Nm of peak torque. 6-speed gearbox, ride-by-wire, slipper clutch, LED lighting, Tripper Dash with Google Maps, fat tyres front and rear are some of Guerrilla 450’s highlights.Also read – Royal Enfield 250cc motorcycle greenlighted More