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      Royal Enfield Cruiser 650cc Super Meteor Spied – Cruising At 130 Kmph

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      Royal Enfield Cruiser 650cc SpiedRoyal Enfield will launch the upcoming 650cc cruiser called Super Meteor sometime next year in India
      Royal Enfield is planning to expand its 650cc portfolio which currently boasts Interceptor and Continental GT. The third model in this 650cc range would be the upcoming cruiser tentatively titled Super Meteor 650. Test mules of the motorcycle have been spotted on numerous occasions in recent months.
      The cruiser has been spotted testing yet again, this time near ECR in Chennai. The latest set of spy images are credited to automotive enthusiast Deepthi, who has stated that the bike was seen cruising at over 130 kmph. The spy shots present a clear image of the upcoming motorcycle sans any noticeable camouflage.
      The motorcycle was earlier reported to officially debut at the latest edition of EICMA 2021, however, that wasn’t the case. The bikemaker instead pulled off a surprise by revealing a concept prototype named SG650 which was a preview to the upcoming bobber based on the same 650cc platform. In its production form, the motorcycle could be named Shotgun.
      Royal Enfield Cruiser 650cc – Typical Cruiser Styling
      Coming back to Super Meteor, flaunts a typical cruiser stance with neo-retro styling elements. Some notable highlights include a round headlamp, a teardrop-shaped fuel tank, split seats, dual exhaust in chrome finish and broad rear fenders.
      Royal Enfield Cruiser 650cc Spied
      The rearview mirrors on this test mule appeared to be aftermarket units while the stock units were circular. Grab rails are integrated into back support for the pillion. Interestingly, this test mule didn’t seem to carry a front windscreen but the mounts are easily noticeable.
      Ergonomics of the upcoming cruiser are said to be relaxed with comfortable riding posture thanks to a low saddle, a wide pulled-back handlebar, and forward-set footpegs. The motorcycle could be seen riding on wire-spoked wheels as well as alloy wheels depending on the variants on offer.
      Expected Features & Specs
      On taking a closer look at its front end, we can notice a large circular dial in its instrument console accompanied by a small dial which is most likely to be the display for Tripper Navigation. Other features expected to be on offer include all-LED lighting and a USB charger.
      Royal Enfield Cruiser 650cc Spied
      Powering Super Meteor 650 will be a familiar 648cc parallel-twin, oil-cooled motor which already does duty on Interceptor and Continental GT. This unit pumps out 47 bhp and 52 Nm of peak torque and is paired with a 6-speed gearbox via a slipper clutch. The difference between Super Meteor and the current 650 twins is that the former gets a pair of upside-down forks instead of conventional telescopic forks.
      The rear suspension comprises twin shock absorbers. Braking duties will be handled by disc brakes at both ends accompanied by a dual-channel ABS as standard. Upon launch, the 650cc cruiser could be priced around Rs 4.0 lakh (ex-showroom). More

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      Royal Enfield Himalayan, 650 Twins Thailand CKD Plant Starts

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      650 Twins at Royal Enfield Thailand CKD PlantRoyal Enfield starts local assembly of Himalayan, Interceptor 650 and Continental GT 650 models at Thai facility
      In recent years, Royal Enfield has focused its interest in carving out a larger market share in the mid-size motorcycle segment (250cc – 750cc) globally. In strengthening its reach, today the manufacturer announced start of ops at its local assembly unit and CKD facility in Thailand.
      The South-East Asian development furthers RE’s ‘commitment to the Asia Pacific Region‘. With operations underway, Royal Enfield now has three local CKD (Completely Knocked Down) units. One in Argentina, and Colombia in Latin America, and now in Thailand. In India, the company operates three manufacturing facilities in Chennai.
      Royal Enfield Thai assembly unit
      The Thai local assembly unit is located at Gateway City Industrial Estate, Moo 7 Huasamrong, Plaengyao Chachoengsao. And the factory unit will cater to supplies not just to Thai customers but as a distribution hub to other countries in South-East Asia region. This includes Indonesia, Vietnam, etc. The development presents RE with ‘significant advantage and growth opportunities’.
      Operations at the new facility begin with local assembly of Himalayan, Interceptor 650 and Continental GT 650 models. The unit is setup in partnership with GPX. At this same unit, other brand motorcycles are also being manufactured / assembled, as can be seen in the photos below.
      Same plant also manufactures other brand motorcycles
      Royal Enfield entered the Thai market in 2015. Since then, it has been deemed a critical market for the manufacturer. Having entered many a new market in recent years, the company enjoys top position in mid-size motorcycle segment in multiple markets.
      This includes Thailand, Australia, New Zealand, and Korea. A consumer base that’s growing in Asia Pacific in tandem with a significant retail network in the region is key to growth. Add to this, the new local assembly unit, and Royal Enfield aims for a critical boost for business growth in Southeast Asia.
      CKD assembly plant in Thailand
      B Govindarajan, Executive Director, Royal Enfield, said, “Royal Enfield has been working extensively to grow and expand the middleweight motorcycling segment globally. With a strategic view to grow the business and cater to increasing demand we have been pursuing our plans to set up local assembly units in priority markets beginning with Argentina in 2020 and then Colombia earlier this year.”
      Royal Enfield Motorcycle Assembly In Thailand
      “Continuing this journey and marking a first for us in the Asia Pacific region, we are very happy to announce the commencement of operations at the CKD assembly plant in Thailand. A testament to our commitment to the region and the market potential, and to our growing community of riding enthusiasts, this facility will enable us to efficiently cater to the growing demand in the Asia-pacific region, and also become the hub for the rest of Southeast Asian markets.” More

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      Royal Enfield Shotgun SG650 Concept First Look – Classic 650cc

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      Image – Gagan ChoudharyThe SG650 bobber concept could be named Royal Enfield Shotgun 650 at the time of its launch
      Royal Enfield is one of the primary Indian motorcycle brands which is popular at a global level. They have always generated high anticipation at the biennial auto event. This time too, Royal Enfield fans had their eyes glued to the onset of 2021 EICMA in Milan, Italy as there were expectations of something new.
      At the latest edition of EICMA, Royal Enfield has pulled out a surprise by revealing the SG650 Concept. The pre-production prototype previews a 650cc single-seater bobber which is likely to turn into a production model soon. The model looks slightly different from the 650cc cruiser spotted testing on Indian roads on numerous occasions previously.
      As we already know, Royal Enfield is developing multiple new models based on the 650cc platform. One of them is a 650cc cruiser motorcycle which is speculated to be named Super Meteor 650 since it will serve as an elder sibling to Meteor 350. The other model spotted in recent times is a 650cc roadster which is believed to share styling elements with Classic 350.
      Royal Enfield Shotgun SG650 – Styling
      In all probability, the SG650 Concept could give birth to the 650cc equivalent of Classic as it shares plenty of design details with the latter. The low-set and wide handlebar, centre-set footpegs and a single rider seat indicate that it mimics the styling of Classic 350. The seat wears a premium hand-stitched black leather. Take a look at the detailed first look walkaround video, credit to Gagan Choudhary.
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      Like other Royal Enfield motorcycles, SG650 gets several retro styling highlights such as a round headlamp and taillamp, a teardrop-shaped fuel tank, bar end rearview mirrors and chunky front and rear fenders. Components such as the fuel tank and wheels have been carved out of a CNC billet machine whereas the former gets a retro-styled polished aluminum finish with digital graphics.
      Mechanical Specs & Features
      Mechanical specifications of SG650 Concept will be identical to the upcoming 650cc cruiser which will receive the same upside-down front forks and twin shock absorbers at rear. Braking duties on the motorcycle will be carried out by single disc brakes at both ends that will be aided by a dual-channel ABS as standard.
      Powering the SG650 bobber concept will be a 648cc parallel-twin engine which currently powers the 650 Twins- Interceptor and Continental GT. This motor kicks out 47 bhp and 52 Nm of peak torque and will be mated to a 6-speed gearbox with a slipper and assist clutch.
      In terms of features, we expect Royal Enfield to offer a semi-digital instrument panel that comprises a Tripper Navigation pod for turn-by-turn navigation. Other features such as all-LED lighting, USB charger and Bluetooth connectivity should also be offered since this model is likely to sit on top of the current 650 Twins. More

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      Royal Enfield 650cc Bobber Concept SG650 Debuts At EICMA 2021

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      Royal Enfield SG650 Concept At EICMA 2021Royal Enfield has unveiled an all new 650cc motorcycle concept at the 2021 EICMA show in Milan – It is expected to be launched next year in India
      Back in 2018, Royal Enfield had unveiled bobber-styled Concept KX at EICMA. ‘838’ engraving on the engine indicated that the motor was of 838cc capacity. While Concept KX is not going into production stage anytime soon, its core design format will be utilized for the new 650cc cruiser from Royal Enfield. The latter has now made its global debut as SG650 at 2021 EICMA.
      After unveiling their 120th anniversary edition of Interceptor 650 and Continental GT650, Royal Enfield has now revealed an all new 650cc motorcycle concept called SG650. It is an all new motorcycle, which is likely to be transformed into a production spec bobber sometime next year.
      Royal Enfield SG650 Concept At EICMA 2021
      Royal Enfield 650cc Bobber Concept – SHOTGUN
      Retro-styled Royal Enfield 650cc bobber is equipped with features such as round headlamp, round rear-view mirrors, teardrop fuel tank design, single seat, dual exhaust and broad rear fender. Users can expect a comfortable riding stance, made possible with wide, elevated handlebar and forward-set footpegs.
      It is seen with dual instrument pods, a larger unit on the left and a smaller one on the right. The latter is Tripper navigation display unit, which was first seen with Meteor 350. It is possible that the 650cc bobber SG650 can get a new range of connectivity features. This would be expected from a premium bike that will be positioned above 650 twins in the company’s line-up.
      Royal Enfield SG650 Concept At EICMA 2021
      RE 650cc SG650 Bobber engine
      SG in the SG650 likely stands for Shotgun. Royal Enfield has trademarked the name Shotgun for an upcoming motorcycle. It is likely that the SG650 concept becomes Shotgun 650 upon launch. Powering the new Shotgun 650cc bobber will be the same 648cc, parallel twin motor that does duty on Interceptor and Continental GT. It makes 47 bhp at 7150 rpm and 52 Nm at 5250 rpm. It is mated to a constant mesh 6-speed gearbox.
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      The engine has been designed for real world riding conditions. It suits city streets as well as effortless cruising on open roads. It is possible that the engine could be tweaked slightly on 650cc bobber to make it more suitable for long distance touring.
      While 650 twins have standard telescopic forks at front, the new 650cc cruiser is expected to get USD forks. In that case, it will be the first Royal Enfield bike to get this feature. USD forks will allow better handling and safer braking at high speeds.
      Royal Enfield SG650 Concept At EICMA 2021
      At the rear, the bike will get standard twin shock absorbers. Braking system could be the same as 650 twins – 320 mm disc at front and 240 mm at rear. Dual-channel ABS will be offered as standard. In India, Royal Enfield 650cc bobber is expected to be launched at around Rs 4 lakh (ex-sh). It will be a pretty good deal at this price point. The SG650 upon launch will also be sold in several international markets.
      Royal Enfield is also expected to launch a cruiser based on this bobber concept sometime next year. It remains to be seen the type of response the 650cc bobber cruiser generates. On its part, Royal Enfield will surely be looking to achieve the same level of success and popularity, as associated with 650 twins. More

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      Royal Enfield 650 Twins Limited Edition Launched – Celebrates 120th Anniversary

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      Royal Enfield 650 Twins Limited EditionTo celebrate the 120th anniversary of the brand, Royal Enfield has launched new limited edition of their Continental GT 650 and Interceptor 650 range
      Royal Enfield journey started in 1901, which is when their first motorcycle was launched. The first RE motorcycle was launched at Stanley Cycle Show in London. Today, at the EICMA 2021 show in Milan, Royal Enfield is celebrating the brand’s 120th anniversary. To commemorate the occasion, Royal Enfield has announced the launch of limited edition 650 Twins – Interceptor 650 and Continental GT 650.
      Both these motorcycles will be available in all global markets, where they are present. A total of 480 motorcycles are on offer – 120 units for each India, Europe, Americas and South-East Asia. 60 units of INT 650 and 60 units of GT 650 per region. In India, these will go on sale on 6th Dec 2021. Registrations for the sale commence today at the official website.
      Royal Enfield 650 Twins Limited Edition
      In order to make it an exclusive affair, each of these bikes will feature a unique serial number on the tank top badge indicating that it is 1 of 60 unique motorcycles in any of the four regions mentioned around the world. These motorcycles will be exclusively available for online sale in India.
      These new Royal Enfield 120th Anniversary Editions are cosmetically enhanced versions of the standard 650 Twin models but don’t receive any mechanical or feature updates. The limited-run models flaunt a special all-black paint scheme with hand-painted golden-coloured stripes on the fuel tank. Such craftsmanship is even witnessed in the company’s oldest model in production- Bullet, in its standard black variant.
      Royal Enfield 120th Anniversary Limited Edition 650 Twins Launched
      This exclusivity is further accentuated by the addition of the Royal Enfield 120th Anniversary insignia on top of the tank. The fuel tank also features specially minted brass emblems embossed on the sides made in collaboration with the ‘Sirpi Senthil’ family. The glossy finish to the panels add a nice premium appeal to the motorcycles.
      To provide a contrasting effect, Royal Enfield has blackened-out internals and mechanical components of the bikes such as engine, exhaust, front and rear suspension and handlebar with a matte treatment. The motorcycles will also be equipped with a range of genuine accessories such as flyscreens, engine guards, heel guards, touring and bar end mirrors amongst others in a black disguise to compliment the overall design.
      Royal Enfield 650 Twins Limited Edition – Specs
      As previously mentioned, there will be no mechanical changes to either of the motorcycles. This means both bikes will be powered by the same 648cc parallel-twin engine that pushes out 47 bhp and 52 Nm of peak torque.This unit is paired with a 6-speed gearbox via a slipper and assist clutch as standard. Suspension duties are handled by conventional front forks and twin gas-charged rear shock absorbers.
      Royal Enfield 120th Anniversary Limited Edition 650 Twins Launched
      Speaking on the launch, Siddhartha Lal, Managing Director of Eicher Motors Ltd. said, “Few brands can celebrate the kind of legacy and history that Royal Enfield has enjoyed over the last century and a lot of this legacy is from the immense love the brand has received from riders through the ages.
      There was simply no better way of celebrating this milestone than sharing a piece of it with our consumers around the world. We are delighted to bring the 120th Anniversary Edition 650 Twin motorcycles to enthusiasts around the world, and share the brand’s legacy with them. Both the Interceptor and the Continental GT are hugely successful around the world today, as they were in the 1960’s, and truly represent our heritage of making simple and enjoyable motorcycles.” More

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      Royal Enfield New Teaser For EICMA 2021 – Is It Super Meteor 650cc Cruiser?

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      New Royal Enfield Motorcycle Teaser – Is It Super Meteor 650cc CruiserRoyal Enfield has shared two new teaser videos ahead of EICMA 2021 – It reveals their new special logo, marking the 120th anniversary of the iconic motorcycle brand
      A name that has delighted enthusiasts since 1901, Royal Enfield is looking forward to celebrate its 120th anniversary in a grand manner. Part of the plan is to unveil a special 120th anniversary edition of its flagship 650 twins, Interceptor and Continental GT. Only a limited number of these special edition bikes will be on offer.
      The twins have been chosen for the honour, as they are equally popular in domestic and international markets. EICMA 2021, scheduled for Nov 23-28, provides Royal Enfield the perfect opportunity to fortify its position as a leading global motorcycle manufacturer.
      650 Twins 120th Anniversary edition details
      Special edition 650 twins get multiple cosmetic updates including a new colour theme. A new ‘120th Anniversary’ edition logo can be seen on top of the fuel tank. There’s golden pinstriping as well, which is referred to as Madras stripes. On the side of fuel tank, there’s a new round 3D badge with RE logo. These updates enhance the bike’s retro profile and provide a better connect with the brand’s glorious past.
      In terms of hardware, 650 twins 120th anniversary edition will be the same as current model. The bikes are powered by 648cc parallel twin-cylinder, air cooled engine that generates 47 hp of max power at 7150 rpm and 52.3 Nm of peak torque at 5150 rpm. It is mated to a constant mesh 6-speed gearbox.
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      Royal Enfield 650 twins utilize a steel tubular double cradle frame with 41mm front forks and dual rear suspension. Braking duties are performed by 320 mm disc at front and 240 mm disc at rear. Dual-channel ABS is offered as standard.
      650 Twins 120th Anniversary edition India launch
      After its global unveil, 120th anniversary 650 twins are likely to be introduced in India as well. Most features will be the same as showcased at the time of global unveil. The updates are likely to push the price of the twins a bit higher. Standard 650 twins are priced in the range of Rs 2.7 lakh to Rs 3.2 lakh.
      Super Meteor 650cc cruiser
      Royal Enfield will also unveil a new 650cc cruiser at EICMA. Once launched, it will be the new flagship for the company. The bike has been spotted on road tests, which reveals that it is a perfect fit for long distance on-road touring. It will be unveiled as Super Meteor and could borrow some styling bits from Meteor 350. As for the hardware, Super Meteor will be using the same engine as 650 twins.
      The bike has a retro profile with features such as round headlamp, round rear view mirrors, and broad rear fenders. A large windscreen can be seen at front, which is both functionally and visually relevant. Users can expect comfortable rides, as the bike has forward-set footpegs and ergonomically placed handlebar. Seats are pretty wide and come with thick foam padding. Pillion riders can expect extra comfort with the chunky backrest. More

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      Royal Enfield Sales Breakup Oct 2021 – Classic, 650 Twins, Bullet, Himalayan

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      Image – Ironwood Custom MotorcyclesRoyal Enfield Classic 350 topped the domestic sales chart for October 2021, with 19,728 units dispatched last month
      Royal Enfield is set to expand its 350cc motorcycle portfolio with 4 new offerings over the next few years. Plans are afoot to introduce new generation models of Royal Enfield Bullet 350 (J1B), RE Classic Bobber 350 (J1H), RE Hunter 350 (J1C1) and Royal Enfield Scram 411 (J1C2).
      It is this 350cc segment that has been experiencing higher demand in domestic markets. Taking into account sales through the month of October 2021, total sales stood at 40,611 units, down 35.39 percent over 62,858 units sold in October 2020. MoM sales however, increased 49.12 percent over 27,233 units sold in September 2021.
      Royal Enfield Sales Breakup Oct 2021
      Every bike in the RE lineup except for Himalayan, posted a YoY de-growth while MoM sales ended in a more positive note. It was the Classic 350 that received most attention with 19,728 units sold in October 2021, down 52.98 percent as against 41,953 units sold in October 2020. It was a 43.47 percent MoM increase over 13,751 units sold in September 2021. Share percentage however, dipped from 50.49 held in September 2021 to 48.58 held in the past month.
      Royal Enfield Meteor 350, a successor to Thunderbird 350X, was launched in November 2020. Sales in the past month stood at 7,851 units with a share of 19.53 percent in the company lineup. This was a MoM increase by 26.96 percent over 6,184 units sold in September 2021.
      Royal Enfield Sales Oct 2021 Breakup
      Bullet 350cc sales also dipped 48.03 percent YoY to 5,822 units, from 11,203 units sold in October 2020 while MoM sales surged 176.32 percent over 2,107 units sold in September 2021. Himalayan sales increased 108.15 percent YoY to 3,728 units while MoM sales saw a marginal 2.61 percent increase over 3,633 units sold in September 2021.
      RE Electra 350 (2,246 units) and 650 Twin (1,236 units) sales also dipped 64.93 percent and 17.93 percent respectively YoY. MoM sales of the Electra 350 were up 234.23 percent over 672 units sold in September 2021 while 650 Twin sales increased 39.50 percent from 886 units sold in September 2021.
      Royal Enfield Exports Oct 2021 Breakup
      Royal Enfield has experienced a YoY and MoM de-growth in terms of exports. Exports that had stood at 4,033 units in October 2020 dipped 12.67 percent to 3,522 units in the past month. MoM shipments were also lower by 44.10 percent over 6,300 units exported in September 2021.
      Royal Enfield Exports Oct 2021 Breakup
      It was the Meteor 350 that found most demand in global markets with 1,217 units sold last month commanding a share of 34.55 percent in the company lineup. MoM exports fell 20.46 percent over 1,530 units exported in September 2021.
      Once again it was RE Himalayan that posted YoY growth while MoM sales dipped. Himalayan exports in the past month increased 23.46 percent to 1,042 units from 844 units sold in October 2020 while MoM sales fell 54.58 percent over 2,294 units sold in September 2021. Royal Enfield’s 650 Twins, (658 units), Classic 350 (545 units). Classic 500 (60 units) all posted YoY and MoM de-growth while there were no exports of Bullet 350 and Bullet 500 in October 2021. More

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      New Royal Enfield Classic 350 Bobber Planned For Launch In 2022

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      Image for reference. Credit – Neev MotorcyclesNew 350cc motorcycles are part of the company’s long-term plan to introduce an average of one new/updated product every quarter
      Royal Enfield currently leads in 350cc motorcycle segment with market share of more than 80%. To ensure consumers have more options to choose from, four new 350cc motorcycles will be launched by end of next year. In addition to domestic market, these bikes will also be sold globally. Some of these can actually register higher sales in overseas markets. This trend can already be seen with 650 twins that usually sell more units internationally.
      Royal Enfield new 350cc bikes details
      All four bikes will be using the new 350cc engine and new J platform. These upgrades were first introduced with Meteor 350 last year, followed by recently launched all-new Classic 350. These improvements have resulted in multiple benefits including smooth power delivery, reduced vibrations and better stability and control.
      The new 350cc motor generates 20.2 bhp of max power and 27 Nm of peak torque. It is mated to a 5-speed gearbox. Another key feature introduced with Meteor was Tripper navigation. It remains to be seen which among the four new bikes will be getting this.
      Excluding the 350cc bobber, all other bikes will have telescopic forks at front and twin gas charged rear shock absorbers. Braking system has disc brakes at both ends and dual-channel ABS will be offered as standard.
      Royal Enfield Hunter 350 – Render
      New Bullet 350 and Hunter 350
      Among the new bikes, one is likely to be Bullet 350. Codenamed J1B, it will be replacing existing Bullet 350 and the Bullet 350 ES. Bullet 350 is currently the third bestselling 350cc Royal Enfield bike, trailing behind Classic 350 and Meteor 350.
      Second new 350cc bike could be a Meteor-based roadster. Spied quite frequently in recent months, it is being referred to as Hunter 350. Internally, this bike has been codenamed J1C1. Hunter will have a sibling as well, which is codenamed J1C2. It will be the same as Hunter in terms of core hardware components. However, it will miss out on some of the premium features. The idea is to make the bike the most affordable 350cc motorcycle from Royal Enfield.
      Hunter and its sibling will have retro styling with features such as round headlamp, round rear-view mirrors and spoke-design alloy wheels. Other key features include fork gaiters, upswept exhaust, 17-inch wheels at both ends, split grab rails, short rear section, and round taillight. Test mules have been spotted with an all-black theme. At the time of launch, several more colour options are likely.
      2022 Classic 350 Bobber
      Fourth product will be a bobber-styled motorcycle based on new Classic 350. Although not much details are available right now, it could borrow some styling bits from Concept KX 838 that was showcased in 2019. Internally, the 350cc bobber is codenamed J1H. It could get features such as single seat, wide and tall handlebar, and spoke-styled alloy wheels.
      Royal Enfield is also working to expand its 400cc and 650cc range. Some of the upcoming bikes in these segments include a new cheaper Himalayan variant called Scram 411, a cruiser named Super Meteor 650 and a more powerful 650cc Himalayan.
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