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      Royal Enfield Himalayan Scram 411 TVC Leaks – New Details

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      Scram 411 is expected to be priced around Rs 20k cheaper than Himalayan that is offered at Rs 2.15 lakhRoyal Enfield Himalayan Scram 411As part of its plan to expand its portfolio, Royal Enfield will be using its existing platforms to launch new products. It helps reduce development and production cost. We have seen this with Meteor and upcoming Hunter in 350cc segment. Royal Enfield 650cc range will also be expanded with the existing platform being used for 650 twins. Another new product is Scram 411, which is based on Himalayan.Royal Enfield Himalayan Scram 411Urban dwellers do get the call of the wild, but possibilities are fairly limited due to professional and other commitments. For such folks, investing in a true-blue adventure bike like Himalayan doesn’t seem appropriate. Moreover, it’s not possible for everyone to own multiple bikes. Royal Enfield Scram 411 seems like a better choice, as it can effectively tackle both city streets and mild off-road tracks.Himalayan’s scope for use in urban environment is limited by its bulky profile. Of course, one can ride it, but it will be a challenge in heavy traffic and tight spots. As a solution, Scram 411 drops much of the adventure-tourer equipment.It includes Himalayan’s signature exoskeleton that has heavy-duty luggage racks at front and rear. This reduces the bike’s width and makes it lightweight as well, ensuring a better fit for urban commuting needs. Ahead of launch tomorrow, official TVC has leaked online.[embedded content][embedded content]Other features that have been removed from Scram 411 include knuckle guards, windscreen and raised front fender. 21-inch front wheel used with Himalayan has been replaced with smaller 19-inch unit. This has effectively reduced overall height of the bike. Ground clearance has come down to 200 mm, as compared to 220 mm of Himalayan. At the rear, Scram 411 has standard-looking grab rail.The bike seems appropriate for everyday commutes and some weekend fun, as compared to endless hours of extreme off-roading possible with Himalayan. On streets, Scram 411 can easily merge with the rest of the traffic. In comparison, Himalayan’s presence on the tarmac often gets quite a few curious glances and some frowns as well.Royal Enfield Scram 411 specsPowering the bike will be the same 411cc engine in use with Himalayan. The single cylinder, air cooled unit makes 24.3 bhp and 32 Nm and is mated to a 5-speed constant mesh gearbox. To match the bike’s road-biased character, the engine could be tweaked accordingly.Royal Enfield Himalayan Scram 411Other hardware includes standard telescopic forks, linkage rear suspension, disc brakes at both ends and dual-channel ABS. Wheels are 19-inch front and 17-inch rear, shod with block-patterned dual purpose tyres. Features like Tripper Navigation are optional and can be added via Royal Enfield’s MIY customization utility.At the time of its launch, Royal Enfield Scram 411 will not have any direct rivals. This can work to the bike’s advantage. Competitive pricing is another factor that can help boost sales of Scram 411. More

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      Royal Enfield Meteor 650 Spied – Super Massive Road Presence

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      Royal Enfield will be expanding its 650cc range to include at least three new bikes, one of which is Super Meteor 650Royal Enfield Meteor 650While 650cc twins are currently segment bestsellers, it appears that Royal Enfield wants to provide more options to users in this space. Towards that end, three new RE bikes are currently under development. Apart from Super Meteor 650, the company is also working on a cruiser and a bobber 650cc motorcycle.Super Meteor 650 featuresBy introducing new products, Royal Enfield has a better chance of motivating enthusiasts to go for an upgrade. Among the new Royal Enfield 650cc bikes, Super Meteor could be the first to be launched. It has been spotted multiple times in production ready guise. Just like its 350cc sibling, Super Meteor 650 has a beefy profile. It continues with signature retro features such as round headlamp and rear view mirrors, broad rear fender and round tail light.In terms of ergonomics, Super Meteor should offer a comfortable, upright riding stance. It has a wide handlebar, low seat height and centrally placed foot pegs. Other key features include curvy fuel tank, single piece seat and dual exhaust. At the front, the bike can be seen with a dual-pod instrument console.The larger unit on the left has the speedometer and other standard display items whereas the smaller unit on the right is the Tripper navigation display. This is similar to the setup used in Meteor 350. Take a look at the video below, shared by automotive enthusiast Adarsh Singh. It shows both – Super Meteor 650 as well as Hunter 350; spied together in Chennai.[embedded content][embedded content]With its large proportions, Super Meteor will have adequate weight to support effortless highway cruising at 100+ kmph. Its low seat height will ensure optimal balance and control. The bike’s cruising abilities are enhanced with its extra wide rear tyre. It is expected to get 19-inch front and 17-inch rear wheels, shod with 100/90 and 140/70 tyres, respectively.Royal Enfield Meteor 650 specsSuper Meteor will be using the same platform as that of 650 twins. It will be powered by the 648cc parallel-twin motor that generates 47 bhp of max power at 7,150 rpm and 52 Nm of peak torque at 5,250 rpm. It is mated to a 6-speed constant mesh gearbox. It is possible that power delivery may be adjusted to suit cruising needs of Super Meteor.The bike is expected to get standard telescopic forks at front, but USD forks could also be a possibility. Twin shock absorbers at rear will be the same as 650 twins. Braking system will comprise disc brakes at both ends with dual-channel ABS as standard.Just like its other bikes, Royal Enfield will be launching its new 650cc motorcycles at a competitive price point. Super Meteor 650 could be offered in the price range of Rs 3 lakh to 3.5 lakh. While it won’t have any direct rivals in domestic market, it could be challenged in future by upcoming Yezdi 650cc motorcycle. In international markets, Super Meteor 650 will be challenged by the likes of BSA Gold Star 650. More

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      Royal Enfield Hunter 350 Pillion Backrest Spied – Exhaust Note Captured

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      Royal Enfield is expected to launch Hunter 350 towards the end of 2022 – Most likely around DiwaliRoyal Enfield Hunter 350 SpiedModern classic roadsters are currently blue-eyed boys for the Indian motorcycle community. For a long time, this segment has been dominated by Royal Enfield. But in recent years, the Chennai-based bikemaker has faced challenges from new arrivals in this space including Benelli, Jawa, Honda and Yezdi.That said, Royal Enfield still commands bulk of the market share in the segment of motorcycles with engine displacements ranging within 250cc and 750cc. To negate competition from other brands, Royal Enfield is developing a plethora of new models which will be hitting showrooms in coming months.Royal Enfield Hunter 350 Exhaust NoteOne of the most promising upcoming products from Royal Enfield is Hunter 350 which has been spotted testing on numerous occasions in recent months. The retro classic roadster has been spied testing yet again. A video of the same has been uploaded on YouTube by Power Stroke PS that also captures the bike’s exhaust note.By the looks of it, the motorcycle looks almost production-ready with finished body panels. As usual with most Royal Enfield offerings, Hunter will flaunt a classic retro design with signature styling highlights such as a round headlamp, a teardrop-shaped fuel tank, a single-piece seat and a short rear section.[embedded content][embedded content]It features slightly rear-set footpegs in comparison to other 350cc siblings making for a sporty riding stance. An all-black theme on its running gear and internals further accentuates its sporty appeal. Another distinct highlight is a short side-slung upswept exhaust canister which is a first for a Royal Enfield.The video posted above gives a sneak peek of the exhaust note which appears to be raspy. Other visual highlights include split grab rails and circular tail lamp and turn indicators. The test unit seen in the video posted above could be seen with a pillion backrest installed which is expected to be offered as an accessory.Expected Features & Powertrain SpecsComing to features, it is expected to boast a similar set of equipment like its 350cc siblings- Meteor and Classic Reborn. This includes a Tripper Navigation pod that displays turn-by-turn navigation on the instrument console when paired with the Royal Enfield App on a smartphone via Bluetooth. It should also receive a USB charger as standard.Royal Enfield Hunter 350 prices – To be cheaper than Classic and MeteorHunter 350 will be based on the same J1D platform which currently underpins Meteor and new-gen Classic. This chassis will be suspended on 35 mm telescopic forks at front and twin gas-charged shocks at rear. Braking duties will be carried out by single disc brakes on both wheels aided by a dual-channel ABS.Powering Royal Enfield Hunter 350 will be a familiar 349cc single-cylinder air-cooled OHC engine that kicks out 20.2 hp and 27 Nm of peak torque. This motor is paired with a 5-speed gearbox via a slipper and assist clutch. Although a specific launch timeline for Hunter hasn’t been revealed yet we expect it to make its debut during the second half of 2022, around Diwali festive season. More

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      Royal Enfield Scram 411 Himalayan Launch Date 15th March – Official Teaser

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      New Royal Enfield Scram 411 – Hiamalayan Based New Motorcycle. Image – Team-BHPRoad-biased Himalayan Scram 411 suits the needs of everyday commutes and is also capable of some mild off-roadingWhile Himalayan is a capable bike, its pure adv profile limits its usability in an urban environment. This in turn limits sales volumes. Royal Enfield could have chosen to launch a completely new road-biased adv. However, as there are risks, the company has played it safe by introducing a toned-down version of existing Himalayan.Dealer dispatches of Royal Enfield Himalayan Scram 411 have commenced. Royal Enfield has officially announced launch date, and it is 15th March 2022. Scram 411 branded accessories and riding gear have also started arriving at dealerships.Royal Enfield Scram 411 key featuresWhile Scram 411 retains much of the core silhouette of Himalayan, it has dropped most of its off-roading equipment. Himalayan’s prominent exoskeleton that comprises dedicated luggage racks at front and rear has been removed from Scram 411. This is likely to make the bike lighter and better suited for city traffic conditions.Other things missing on Scram 411 include windscreen, knuckle guards and raised front fender. At the rear, the bike gets a standard grab rail in place of a luggage rack. Another key change is 19-inch front wheels in place of the larger 21-inch units used on Himalayan.Ready..Set..15.03.2022https://t.co/S54WBGelgk#RoyalEnfield #RidePure #PureMotorcycling #ReadySet pic.twitter.com/Kwf1HN74i5— Royal Enfield (@royalenfield) March 7, 2022With this, ground clearance is 200 mm, as compared to 220 mm of Himalayan. At rear, 17-inch wheel is same as Himalayan. Scram 411 continues using spoke wheels like Himalayan. The bike uses block-patterned dual-purpose tyres.In terms of features that give Scram 411 a unique identity, the bike gets signature cast metal headlamp cowl, offset speedometer, urban badge plate on the sides with Royal Enfield branding and chiselled side panels with slots. As compared to Himalayan that has split seats, Scram 411 gets a single-piece seat with quilted pattern. The updated seat promises optimal ride comfort in an urban environment.To ensure a distinct identity for Scram 411, Royal Enfield has also introduced new colour options for the bike. It includes both single and dual-tone colour options. While dual-tone colour themes on Himalayan are vertically spaced out, Scram 411 has used horizontal brush strokes. Distinctive Scram 411 badging can be seen on side panels in contrasting colour.RE Himalayan Scram 411. Image – Team-BHPScram 411 has borrowed much of its core hardware from existing Himalayan. Powering the bike is the 411cc, air cooled, single cylinder engine. It generates 24.3 bhp of max power at 6,500 rpm and 32 Nm of peak torque at 4000-4500 rpm. It is mated to a 5-speed constant mesh gearbox. It is possible that the engine could be tuned for improved on-road performance.Scram 411 has telescopic front forks and monoshock with linkage suspension at rear. Braking duties are performed by 300 mm and 240 mm disc at front and rear, respectively. Dual-channel ABS is offered as standard.Royal Enfield Scram 411 priceSeveral of the dedicated off-road equipment has been removed from Scram 411. Features like Tripper navigation are optional and can be availed via MIY platform. With these changes, Scram 411 is expected to be cheaper by up to Rs 20k. Himalayan 411 is available at a starting price of around Rs 2.15 lakh. More

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      Royal Enfield FF650 Fully Faired – Modified Bolt On Kit At Rs 30k

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      Royal Enfield 650cc Fully Faired Bolt On KitThe FF650 Cafe R Bolt-on Fit kit can be installed at home in under 120 minutes with basic tools and is compatible with both Interceptor and Continental GTWe are very well aware that motorcycle enthusiasts, especially those owning a Royal Enfield, love to modify their bikes. The robust and versatile structure of a Royal Enfield helps modifiers toy with various ideas.In another special case, an 650cc Twins have been converted into a fully-faired retro cafe racer and hence it has been renamed FF650. This has been made possible thanks to a new bolt-on full-fairing kit from MK Designs that could convert 650cc REs into sporty retro cafe racers.Royal Enfield 650 Twins Fully Faired Kit By MK Designs IndiaDubbed as the FF650 Cafe R, the kit is a collaborative effort between Beespoke India, One Cars, and MK Designs. Each aftermarket firm has been handed a specific responsibility. For instance, Beespoke India has handled the concept and design while One Cars have taken care of the paint and detailing.On the other hand, MK Designs has manufactured components of this kit. The kit is compatible with all original Royal Enfield colour options and offers a DIY fitment with no requirement of welding or grinding.Royal Enfield 650cc Fully Faired Bolt On KitA video explaining the procedure for installation of the same has been uploaded on YouTube by MK DESIGNS INDIA. The video shows an Interceptor 650, wrapped by an aftermarket golden paint scheme, being used as a base model for these modifications.[embedded content][embedded content]The fairing has been designed keeping in mind proper ventilation for the engine area while the motorcycles have 174mm of ground clearance with this bolt-on kit. The kit comprises a 5.75-inch headlamp, side panels, and underbelly. The fighter jet-inspired front fairing with an integrated windscreen not only aids aerodynamics but also allows the rider protection from excessive wind blasts at high speeds.Material Used, Weight & Other DetailsThis aftermarket Royal Enfield FF650 Fully Faired kit has been made from fibre reinforced plastic which is very durable and weather resistant. The whole kit weighs around 7kg which doesn’t affect performance of the bike as claimed by MK DESIGNS.Royal Enfield 650cc Fully Faired Bolt On KitRoyal Enfield FF650 kit is compatible with both Interceptor 650 and Continental GT650. Price of the kit is approx Rs 30k. However, the package doesn’t include a clip-on handlebar which has to be installed separately by the owner of an Interceptor.For Continental GT, which already features a clip-on handlebar in its stock form, it needs to be lowered by 25mm and a lower mount is included in the kit. The FF650 Cafe R kit enhances the bike’s aesthetic appeal without having to make structural changes through welding and cutting.Royal Enfield 650cc Fully Faired Bolt On KitEngine SpecsPowering the Interceptor and Continental GT is the same 648cc parallel-twin, air-/oil-cooled, motor that kicks out 47 bhp and 52 Nm of peak torque. This engine is paired with a 6-speed gearbox via a slipper and assist clutch. More 650cc REs based on the same engine and platform are being developed by Royal Enfield which are currently in their testing phase. More

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      Royal Enfield Constellation Name Trademarked – New 650cc Motorcycle?

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      Modified RE 650 image for reference. Credit – Neev MotorcyclesRoyal Enfield is presently developing at least three new 650cc models, one of them could probably wear the ‘Constellation’ monikerRoyal Enfield has plenty of exciting new models slated to come out in the next few months. The company is currently on the verge of launching Scram 411 which is essentially a road-biased version of Himalayan in the next few days.Apart from this, the Chennai-based bike manufacturer is also developing multiple models based on the 650cc platform. At least three iterations of the upcoming 650cc motorcycle have been spied in recent times. Other than this, there is also a 350cc roadster on the anvil which is expected to be named Hunter 350.Royal Enfield Constellation Trademark FiledIn a recent development, Royal Enfield has filed a new trademark for the name ‘Constellation’ which could be utilised in one of the upcoming new motorcycles. Going by the history behind the moniker, we believe it could be used in one of the 650cc models. For reference, Constellation 700 was a motorcycle sold by Royal Enfield in North America between 1958 and 1963.It was a predecessor to the erstwhile Interceptor 700 and was equipped with a 692cc parallel-twin motor which churned out 36 horses. It was essentially two engines of Bullet 350 combined into a single unit with 2 cast-iron barrels and twin alloy heads. Later, displacement for this motor was increased to 736cc since the earlier motor was a bit too small for the likings of Americans.Royal Enfield Constellation Name Trademark FiledPossible UsageAs mentioned earlier, there are possibly three versions of the 650cc motorcycle- a cruiser which is expected to be called Super Meteor 650, a single-seater bobber named SG650 or Shotgun 650 and a roadster. The last option is likely to be a 650cc equivalent of Classic 350 and could probably wear the nametag of Constellation 650.However, it is still a speculation as there has been no official confirmation regarding any of this. Constellation 650 could be the sportiest of all 650cc motorcycles since back in the day, the original Constellation was considered a ‘sporty’ motorcycle for that era as it could clock a top speed of 177 kmph.Royal Enfield Constellation Expected SpecsThe upcoming 650cc roadster will share the same platform and engine as features in the current 650 Twins- Interceptor and Continental GT. Speaking of engine, it will be powered by a 648cc parallel-twin engine that currently churns out 47 bhp and 52 Nm of peak torque. This unit is paired with a 6-speed gearbox via a slipper and assist clutch.Original Royal Enfield Constellation 700 From The 1960s. Image from RE Constellation Service Manual. Credit – Hari Shreyas.It will also probably be the last of the three upcoming 650cc bikes to be launched by Royal Enfield. This motorcycle is expected to make its debut by the end of 2023 or early 2024 by the time both Super Meteor and Shotgun would have launched in the market. When launched, it could be positioned between Shotgun 650 and Super Meteor 650. More

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      Royal Enfield Sales Feb 2022 – Classic, Meteor, Himalayan, 650 Twins

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      Image – Auto Moto ShowRoyal Enfield’s 350cc motorcycles continue to be primary volume generators in domestic marketA total of 52,135 units were sold in domestic market in February 2022. YoY growth is down by -19.93%, as compared to 65,114 units sold in the corresponding period last year. In exports, a total of 7,025 units were sent overseas. This is more than fifty percent growth in YoY terms. Ratio of domestic sales to exports in February was close to 88% – 12%. Taken together (domestic + exports), overall growth is negative at -15.07%.Royal Enfield Sales Feb 2022 – 350cc MotorcyclesRoyal Enfield 350cc portfolio currently has popular bikes like Classic, Meteor, Electra and Bullet. Total sales + exports were at 49,484 units in February. This is a decline of -23.12% YoY, as compared to 64,362 units in February last year.Above 350cc bikes that include Himalayan and 650 Twins contributed 9,676 units in February. This is impressive YoY growth of 82.67%, as compared to 5,297 units in February last year. Percentage contribution is 83.64% for 350cc motorcycles and 16.36% for above 350cc bikes in February.In terms of MoM growth, domestic sales have improved by 4.84%. A total of 49,726 units were sold in January this year. MoM exports are down by -22.90%, as compared to 9,112 units exported in January. Overall MoM growth (domestic + exports) is largely flat at 0.55%.Royal Enfield Sales Feb 2022Share of Royal Enfield 350cc bikes declined -0.21% MoM, as compared to 49,586 units in January 2022. 350cc+ bikes registered MoM growth of 4.58%, as compared to 9,252 units in January 2022.Year to Date (YTD) sales FY22During the period from April-2021 to February-2022, Royal Enfield 350cc motorcycles total volumes (sales + exports) were at 4,50,569 units. This is de-growth of -10%, as compared to 4,99,683 units in the corresponding period in FY21. Average monthly sales work out at approximately 40,960 units per month.In above 350cc category, YTD numbers are at 84,022 units. This is significant growth of 80%, as compared to 46,609 units in the corresponding period in FY21. Average works out at around 7,638 units per month.Royal Enfield Sales Feb 2022Upcoming Royal Enfield bikesRoyal Enfield currently dominates the middleweight segment with market share of more than 75%. To ensure it remains that way, the company has planned several new products this year and beyond. These new bikes will also help tackle competition from the likes of Jawa, Yezdi and Honda. Royal Enfield may also have to face competition from new bikes spawning from the partnership between Bajaj and Triumph.Royal Enfield’s next launch is new Scram 411 motorcycle that is scheduled to debut next week. It is primarily a road-biased derivative of Royal Enfield Himalayan ADV. The bike has been designed for highway cruising and can also take on some mild off-roading. It gets a smaller 19-inch front wheel, as compared to 21-inch unit used with Himalayan. Most of the key hardware including engine will be same as Himalayan.In 350cc segment, Royal Enfield is working on a scrambler bike, likely to be called Hunter 350. In 650cc segment, upcoming Royal Enfield bikes include Classic 650, a cruiser and a 650cc bobber. More

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      Royal Enfield SG650 Shotgun 650cc Bobber – New Spy Shots

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      Royal Enfield SG650 Shotgun 650cc BobberAt the time of its unveil at 2021 EICMA, Royal Enfield had described SG650 concept as the link between its past and futureThe SG650 concept was truly stunning in its design and form and had attracted significant footfall at last year’s EICMA. Production version of SG650 has been spied on test in India once again. It indicates that the bike could be launched soon.The latest spy shots give an up-close look at the upcoming Royal Enfield 650cc bobber, which is expected to be called as Shotgun 650 upon launch. Spy shots reveal that the production-spec SG650 doesn’t deviate too much from the concept. Royal Enfield SG650 Shotgun 650cc BobberA single-seat bobber, Royal Enfield SG650 leans on neo-retro styling. It looks different and yet carries the signature design aesthetics associated with Royal Enfield bikes. While the concept had full freedom to experiment, the production variant looks more relevant in practical terms.For example, funky bar-end mirrors seen with SG650 concept have been replaced with standard-looking units on production variant. SG650 concept had various other unique aspects such as CNC billet machined fuel tank and wheels, bespoke designed brake callipers, glossy aluminium switch cubes, hand stitched black leather seat and futuristic graphics. The production version of SG650 will have a relatively toned-down profile.Royal Enfield SG650 Shotgun 650cc BobberAs revealed in spy shots, SG650 has round headlamp and rear-view mirrors, wide low-set handlebar, centrally placed foot pegs, single floating-type seat, large front radiator and dual exhaust. At the rear, the bike is expected to get broad fender and round tail lamp. Riding stance is similar to that of Classic 350, which is quite comfortable.Royal Enfield SG650 engine and specsTo reduce development and production cost, SG650 will share much of its hardware with 650 twins (Interceptor and Continental GT). Engine will be the same, a 648cc, parallel twin, air/oil-cooled unit that generates 47 hp of max power at 7,150 rpm and 52 Nm of peak torque at 5,250 rpm. It is mated to a constant mesh 6-speed transmission.Suspension system on-board SG650 will have USD forks at front and twin coil-over shocks at rear. It will have 320mm and 240mm disc brakes at front and rear, respectively, integrated with dual-channel ABS as standard.Royal Enfield SG650 Shotgun 650cc BobberSG650 is expected to get a semi-digital instrument console with Tripper navigation display on the right. Bluetooth-based connectivity features are also likely to be offered as standard with the bike.In the company’s line-up, SG650 will be positioned above 650 twins. It could also be the new flagship motorcycle from Royal Enfield. It is to note that the company is working on around three more 650cc motorcycles. It includes Super Meteor 650 and a true-blue cruiser bike.Just like 350cc segment, Royal Enfield has plans to saturate the 650cc space as well. The strategy will ensure better engagement with target audience and help fend-off rivals. More