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      Royal Enfield 350cc Custom In Army Green – Looks Ready For Battle

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      Royal Enfield 350cc Custom By EimorKnown for their rugged, go anywhere character, Royal Enfield motorcycles are among the preferred choice of Indian ArmyWhile Royal Enfield bikes are available in various colours, the olive-green shade is probably the most noticeable on the streets. For folks living near a cantonment or border areas, olive green coloured Royal Enfield bikes used by military personnel are quite easy to spot. These are mostly in matte finish. To add some extra punch to the olive-green shade and make it more appropriate for civilian use, ‘Eimor Customs’ has come up with a custom-made Royal Enfield Standard 350.Custom Royal Enfield Standard 350 stylingThe bike used for this customization project is Bullet 350. A number of cosmetic changes have been introduced to improve overall look and feel. In a way, this custom bike also celebrates the greatness and achievements of the Indian Army.What immediately grabs our attention is the deep olive-green shade of the bike. It comes in glossy, almost mirror-like finish, which is a real treat for the eyes. Links to the Indian Army are detailed in the form of various insignias such as ‘Satyamev Jayate’ and ‘Service Before Self’. These can be seen on the fuel tank and side box cover.Indian Army insignias are in golden shade, which stands out against the glossy olive-green paint. Much of the bike’s components such as engine, alloy wheels, frame and exhaust have been blacked out.Royal Enfield 350cc Custom By EimorIn other changes, the custom bike gets a front fender ornament in the form of a thin metal strip. Headlamp has been customized with 5-stars in golden shade, indicative of the position of Field Marshal in the Indian Army. Field Marshal is essentially a 5-star general, the highest possible rank in the Indian Army. It is more of a ceremonial or wartime rank. It has been awarded only two times in the history of the Indian Army.Another key update is the exhaust, which is likely to be an aftermarket unit. It is a lot sleek and curvy in comparison to the relatively thicker, cylindrical shaped unit used on Bullet 350. Stock tyres have been replaced with dual-purpose block-pattern tyres at both ends. Rest of the bike is largely the same as the stock Bullet 350.No performance updatesThis customization project focuses on cosmetic enhancements. Engine and other hardware have been retained in their original form. Current-gen Bullet 350 is powered by a 346cc, air cooled, single cylinder engine that churns out 19.1 bhp of max power at 5,250 rpm and 28 Nm of peak torque at 4,000 rpm. It is mated to a 5-speed constant mesh gearbox.Royal Enfield 350cc Custom By EimorSuspension system comprises telescopic forks at front and twin rear shock absorbers with 5-step adjustable preload. Braking system comprises 280 mm disc at front and 153 mm drum brake at rear. Single-channel ABS is offered as standard.Bullet 350 will soon be launched in its next-gen avatar, wherein it will get an all-new engine and chassis. These updates will be the same as already introduced with Meteor 350 and Classic 350.Source More

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      Royal Enfield Himalayan Modified Fire Ambulance At Rs 13.5 Lakh

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      Royal Enfield Himalayan Fire AmbulanceTwo-wheeler based fire fighting vehicles are already in service in several other cities in India
      For the standard set of firefighting trucks, it’s a challenge to reach areas such as slums and other localities with narrow streets. This issue has been faced by fire brigade personnel in several crowded cities in the country. As a solution, two-wheeler-based fire fighting vehicles have been developed. These are in service in several cities including Mumbai, Hyderabad and Kottayam.
      A number of these fire-fighting vehicles are based on Royal Enfield motorcycles. The preference is apparently due to the rugged nature of Royal Enfield motorcycles.
      In many cases, the choice has been Bullet 500cc bike. The latest addition will be Himalayan-based fire fighting vehicles that will be deployed with Pimpri-Chinchwad Municipal Corporation (PCMC).
      Royal Enfield Himalayan Fire Ambulance
      Himalayan-based firefighting ambulance is equipped with 20-litre water tanks on both sides at the rear. The motorcycle is unlikely to have any issues with the additional weight, as it has been designed to carry heavy luggage. In its stock form, Himalayan comes with dedicated racks at both front and rear.
      Royal Enfield Himalayan Fire Ambulance
      At rear, the retrofitted Himalayan also gets a 100-foot pipe and spray nozzle. Other equipment includes a pump for spraying water at high pressure. While the 20-litre tanks will store water by default, it is possible that other fire extinguishing material can be added.
      It’s necessary because water alone cannot extinguish all types of fires. For example, throwing water on petrol fires can actually cause them to flare up further. Himalayan firefighting bike will have two personnel on board. The bike will serve multiple purposes in addition to dousing fires. For example, it can be used for rescue and evacuation operations from areas where four-wheeled vehicles cannot reach easily.
      It can be used as a reconnaissance bike that can reach the troubled spot quickly and relay information to the control room. The bikes will also work as route clearance vehicles, so that fire brigade team can cruise through traffic and reach the destination in time.
      Royal Enfield Himalayan Fire Ambulance
      Himalayan firefighter cost
      Initially, three Himalayan fire bikes are being purchased by PCMC at a cost of Rs 13.5 lakh each. It includes the price of the bike and the firefighting equipment that it carries. Stock Himalayan is available at a starting price of Rs 2.16 lakh. The retrofitting is done by a third-party agency that specializes in building firefighting equipment.
      Engine will be same as stock version, a 411cc air cooled, SOHC unit. It generates 24.3 bhp of max power at 6500 rpm and 32 Nm of peak torque at 4,500 rpm. It is mated to a 5-speed constant mesh gearbox.
      To ensure it is easily noticeable, Himalayan fire bikes are expected to get a dual-tone colour scheme of red and yellow. This is the standard colour code for firefighting vehicles in most parts of the world. More

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

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      Modified RE 650 image for reference. Credit – Neev MotorcyclesRoyal Enfield recently increased prices of all its current models on sale at the start of 2022
      Royal Enfield has been churning good sales volumes in the Indian market for a long time now. The company is one of the most sought after brands in the two-wheeler space of the country. The Chennai-based manufacturer concentrates on the mid-displacement segment of motorcycles between 300cc and 700cc.
      In December 2021, Royal Enfield was able to sell 65,194 bikes across India which was marginally less than the same month in the previous year when the company sold 65,492 units. This resulted in a YoY decline of 0.46 percent. In November 2021, the sales figure stood at 44,830 units which translated to an MoM growth of 45.42 percent.
      Royal Enfield Sales Breakup Dec 2021
      The sales chart was led by Classic 350 with a registered monthly volume of 34,723 units last month. With 39,321 units sold in December 2020 and 19,601 units sold in November 2021, YoY degrowth stood at 11.69 percent and MoM growth stood at 77.15 percent. Royal Enfield dispatched 10,977 units of Meteor 350 which recorded YoY and MoM growths of 28 percent and 62 percent respectively.
      The third spot was taken by Bullet 350 which registered a monthly volume of 8,061 units in December. The oldest motorcycle in continuous production witnessed a YoY decline of 23 percent and an MoM drop of 7.69 percent. Royal Enfield sold 4,611 units of Himalayan which resulted in a massive YoY growth of 390 percent. The MoM growth stood at 39.31 percent.
      Royal Enfield Sales Dec 2021
      The fifth spot was taken by Electra 350, which recorded a monthly volume of 4,521 units. The roadster witnessed a YoY decline of 7.32 percent and an MoM growth of 6.20 percent. Royal Enfield sold 2,301 units of its 650cc Twins – Interceptor and Continental GT. Cumulatively, the 650cc Twins registered YoY and MoM growths of 76.59 and 6.82 percent.
      Royal Enfield Exports Breakup Dec 2021
      When it came to exports, Royal Enfield was able to dispatch 8,552 motorcycles in December 2021. During the same month in 2020, the company could only export 3,503 units which have resulted in YoY growth of 144 percent. A similar MoM growth of 143 percent was recorded during the same period.
      Himalayan was the most exported model from Royal Enfield last month with 2,487 units of the adventure tourer shipped overseas. It registered a YoY growth of 106 percent and an MoM decline of 138.68 percent. Meteor 350 was the second most exported model by RE as 2,276 units of the cruiser were dispatched to foreign markets last month. YoY and MoM growths stood at 2,321 percent and 87 percent respectively.
      Royal Enfield Exports Dec 2021
      The bike maker dispatched 1,983 units of Classic 350 abroad last month which resulted in YoY growth of 733 percent and an MoM growth of 264 percent. 1,797 units of the 650cc Twins were exported to foreign markets in December which led to YoY growth of 50.63 percent and an MoM growth of 173 percent. More

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      Royal Enfield 650cc Bobber SG650 Spied Testing Ahead Of Launch

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      2022 Royal Enfield Shotgun 650cc BobberRoyal Enfield is planning to launch atleast 3 new motorcycles in the 650cc segment this year
      The upcoming 650cc motorcycles from Royal Enfield have been generating quite a bit of buzz on the internet of late. These motorcycles have made numerous appearances on social media in recent months – via spy shots.
      Atleast 3 new 650cc motorcycles from Royal Enfield are expected this year. One is the Cruiser 650, second is Super Meteor 650 and third is Shotgun 650. Of the three, it is the latter which has now been spied. Images are credited to automotive enthusiast Deepthi, who spotted the test mule on the outer ring road in Chennai.
      Royal Enfield 650cc Bobber SG650
      Royal Enfield showcased the SG650 bobber concept at the 2021 EICMA show in Italy last year. It looks like the Bobber version of the Super Meteor 650. The test mule that has been spied, has its rear fully covered.
      Shotgun 650 possesses all the styling elements usually associated with a modern classic motorcycle from Royal Enfield. It features neo-retro styling elements such as a round headlamp, a teardrop-shaped fuel tank, single seat, dual exhaust in chrome finish and broad rear fenders.
      2022 Royal Enfield Shotgun 650cc Bobber
      The motorcycle offers a typical low-slung bobber stance which should offer comfortable riding ergonomics thanks to a low saddle, a wide handlebar pulled inwards. All this should enhance its credentials as a modern bobber.
      Mechanical Specs & Features
      Powering Shotgun will be a familiar 648cc parallel-twin motor that already propels Interceptor 650 and Continental GT 650. This power mill kicks out 47 bhp and 52 Nm of peak torque and is paired with a 6-speed gearbox via a slipper and assist clutch.
      Differences arise in the hardware department where Shotgun 650 is seen suspended on upside-down forks at front instead of conventional telescopic forks on the other 650 Twins. Rear suspension unit features twin shock absorbers as usual. Braking will be handled by single disc brakes at both ends with ByBre calipers aided by a dual-channel ABS as standard.
      In terms of features, Shotgun 650 is expected to boast an all-LED illumination, a USB charger and a semi-digital instrument console. The instrument console should come with a Tripper Navigation Pod which displays turn-by-turn navigation when paired with the Royal Enfield App on the rider’s smartphone via Bluetooth.
      RE Shotgun 650 Launch
      Launch timeline is not officially revealed. But considering that the motorcycle showcased at EICMA was a near-production ready unit – one can expect the launch to take place in the second half of 2022. Royal Enfield aims to launch 4 new motorcycles every year. This year, their first motorcycle is expected next month, in the form of Himalayan Scram 411. More

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      Royal Enfield Meteor 350 Vs Yezdi Roadster – Specs, Price Comparison

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      Yezdi Roadster. Image – Biker Prakash ChoudharyBoth Yezdi Roadster and Royal Enfield Meteor closely match each other’s specs and prices
      Classic Legends recently brought the Yezdi brand back to life by launching three motorcycles under its anvil- Adventure, Scrambler and Roadster. All three bikes hold distinct identities in the brand’s lineup. With this launch, Classic Legends has thrown in another dice to take on the supremacy of Royal Enfield in the 250-500cc motorcycle segment.
      While Adventure locks horns with Royal Enfield Himalayan, Scrambler will rival the upcoming Scram 411 from the Chennai-based bikemaker. On the other hand, Yezdi Roadster appears to take on Meteor 350. This story focuses on how both these motorcycles stack up against each other, on paper of course.
      Royal Enfield Meteor 350 Vs Yezdi Roadster
      When it comes to design, both motorcycles feature a low-sling cruiser-like stance with a new-retro design theme. While Yezdi has stayed clear from terming it as a cruiser, Royal Enfield is happy to call Meteor one. That said, neither of the bikes can be called proper cruisers and more roadsters trying to be cruisers. Meteor gives a slightly more cruiser feel due to its wide and tall handlebar as opposed to the low-set handlebar in Roadster.
      That said, both motorcycles receive centre-set footpegs which give better ability to maneuver than a traditional cruiser and a comfortable riding posture. Both flaunt a neo-retro styling theme with common elements such as round headlamps, teardrop-shaped fuel tanks and circular turn tail lights, turn indicators and rearview mirrors. Roadster looks slightly bulkier than Meteor thanks to the broader fenders in the former.
      Royal Enfield Meteor 350 vs Yezdi Roadster
      Powertrain Specs
      Meteor is powered by a 349cc single-cylinder air-cooled SOHC motor whereas Roadster is propelled by a smaller 334cc single-cylinder, liquid-cooled DOHC motor. Despite being at a disadvantage for a smaller cubic capacity, Roadster extracts more power and torque from its engine. While the engine in Meteor kicks out 20.2 bhp and 27 Nm of torque, the one in Roadster pumps out 29.7 bhp and 29 Nm of torque.
      Dynamics
      As far as dynamics are concerned, both motorcycles are underpinned by a similar dual-cradle frame. Chassis on both bikes are suspended on telescopic forks upfront and twin shock absorbers at rear. In terms of braking, both motorcycles utilise disc brakes at both ends aided by a dual-channel ABS. While Yezdi offers a larger front disc of 320mm, Royal Enfield provides a larger rotor of 270mm at rear.
      Meteor offers a more accessible saddle of 765mm as compared to a 790mm seat height of Roadster. However, Roadster is slightly more nimble at 184kg in comparison to 191kg of Meteor which should translate to sharper handling. Meteor also features a larger 15-litre fuel tank as compared to a 12.5-litre tank in Roadster that should provide a longer range to Meteor.
      Royal Enfield Meteor 350 vs Yezdi Roadster
      Features and Price
      In terms of features, Roadster gets all-LED lighting in addition to a semi-digital instrument console. It, however, misses out on Bluetooth connectivity and turn-by-turn navigation which is offered as standard in Meteor. The latter also gets LED DRLs, an LED taillight and a USB charger.
      Coming to prices, both motorcycles are very closely priced to each other but Roadster offers a slightly lower starting price of Rs 1.98 lakh. On the other hand, prices for Meteor start at Rs 2.01 lakh (both prices ex-showroom). More

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      Royal Enfield Himalayan Vs Yezdi Adventure – Specs, Price Comparison

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      Image – SKRYezdi Adventure matches spec to spec with its closest competitor Royal Enfield Himalayan
      Classic Legends recently revived the Yezdi brand by dropping three bombs- Scrambler, Roadster and Adventure. Out of these three, Adventure is garnering a lot of attention for the sheer fact it looks so similar to Royal Enfield Himalayan which also happens to be its nearest rival.
      Like Himalayan, Yezdi Adventure is also a purpose-built adventure bike and it shows in its design. Apart from their design, these two bikes are comparable to each other in a lot of ways. This article reflects how the new adventure bike from Classic Legends in the block stack up against an old seasoned rival, at least on paper.
      Royal Enfield Himalayan Vs Yezdi Adventure – Specs
      Starting with the powertrain, Himalayan obviously receives the larger 411cc SOHC engine which is surprisingly less powerful than the 334cc DOHC unit powering the Yezdi. While the former kicks out a peak power of 24 bhp, the latter pumps 30 bhp of maximum power. However, Himalayan does receive an advantage of slightly more torque which is achieved at a lower rpm than the Yezdi ADV.
      While Royal Enfield offers a 5-speed gearbox, Yezdi utilises a 6-speed unit on its adventure bike. This should help the latter cruise on triple-digit speeds for longer durations. That said, Himalayan has a much simpler setup with its air and oil cooler as opposed to a liquid cooler in Adventure.
      Royal Enfield Himalayan vs Yezdi Adventure
      Hardware Configuration
      When it comes to adventure motorcycling, dynamics of a bike is a very crucial aspect. While Himalayan is underpinned by a Half-duplex split cradle frame, Adventure is based on a dual cradle frame. Both frames are suspended on conventional telescopic forks up front and a mono-shock. Further, both suspension units on both motorcycles offer the exact same travel of 200mm and 180mm at front and rear respectively.
      Both bikes offer an identical ground clearance of 220mm, however, the saddle of Himalayan is more accessible at 800mm as compared to 815mm in Adventure. On the flip side, Yezdi is lighter at 188kg as opposed to 199kg of Himalayan. Both bikes ride on 21-inch front and 17-inch rear wire-spoked wheels shod with dual-purpose tubeless tyres. In the braking department, Adventure offers a slightly larger disc brake at front.
      Features on offer
      In terms of features, Yezdi Adventure is the clear winner with a longer list of gizmos. For starters, Yezdi receives a fully digital instrument console as compared to Himalayan’s semi-digital unit. Both bikes receive Bluetooth connectivity and turn-by-turn navigation, however, Yezdi gets three ABS modes (Road, Off-road, and Rain). Himalayan instead gets a switchable ABS. Yezdi also receives full-LED lighting which Himalayan misses out on.
      Royal Enfield Himalayan vs Yezdi Adventure
      Price Comparison
      Coming to prices, boh bikes are precariously closely priced, however, the Royal Enfield is slightly more expensive than its Yezdi counterpart. Prices for Himalayan start at 2.14 lakh whereas Adventure is available at a starting price of Rs 2.10 lakh (ex-showroom). On paper, Yezdi Adventure certainly offers more value for money in comparison to Royal Enfield Himalayan. More

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      Royal Enfield 650cc Prices Jan 2022 – Hiked By Up To Rs 6.7k

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      Royal Enfield 650 Conti GT Belstaff EditionStarting price of Royal Enfield Continental GT 650 and Interceptor 650 is now Rs 3,02,780 and Rs 2,85,970, respectively
      At the start of new year, Royal Enfield has increased prices of its motorcycles including Continental GT 650 and Interceptor 650. The latest round of price hike is likely due to increase in production cost. Even with the price hike, Continental GT 650 and Interceptor 650 continue to be the most affordable 650cc bikes in the country.
      Continental GT 650, Interceptor 650 new prices January 2022
      Price of Royal Enfield Continental GT 650 has been increased in the range of Rs 4,701 to Rs 6,711. Continental GT 650 British Racing Green and Rocker Red are now available at Rs 3,02,780, as compared to Rs 2,98,079 earlier. New price of Ventura Storm and Dux Deluxe colour variants is Rs 3,11,193, as compared to Rs 3,06,36 earlier. Top-spec Mr Clean is available at Rs 3,26,887, as compared to Rs 3,20,176 earlier.
      Interceptor 650 prices have been increased in the range of Rs 4,452 to Rs 6,382. Interceptor 650 Canyon Red, Orange Crush and Ventura Blue start at Rs 2,85,970, as compared to Rs 2,81,518 earlier. Baker Express, Downtown Drag and Sunset Strip new price is Rs 2,94,383, as compared to Rs 2,89,806 earlier. Top-spec Mark 2 variant will now cost Rs 3,10,001, as compared to Rs 3,03,619 earlier.
      Before this, Royal Enfield had increased prices of Continental GT and Interceptor in July last year. At that time, the company had said that rise in input costs has made it unavoidable to share some of the additional burden with customers.
      Royal Enfield 650cc Prices Jan 2022
      In July 2021, Continental GT had become costlier in the range of Rs 6,379 to Rs 6,809. Percentage increase was in the range of 2.17% to 2.19%. Interceptor prices were increased in the range of Rs 6,151 to Rs 6,486. Percentage increase was 2.18% to 2.23%
      2022 Royal Enfield 650cc – No updates
      There are no styling or performance updates with the recent price hike. Both bikes continue with their neo-retro styling. Key features include round headlamp and rear-view mirrors, fork gaiters, minimalistic profile, semi-digital instrument console, classic spoke wheels, upswept exhaust and liberal use of chrome highlights.
      Both bikes share the same 648cc, parallel twin, air/oil cooled 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 transmission. Chassis comprises a tubular steel frame with bolted trussing, integrated with 41mm telescopic front forks and twin coil-over shocks at rear.
      Continental GT and Interceptor have 18-inch wheels at both ends, shod with 100/90 front and 130/70 rear tyres. Braking duties are performed by 320 mm front and 240 mm rear disc brakes. Dual-channel ABS is offered as standard.
      Upcoming Royal Enfield 650cc bikes
      To provide more options to enthusiasts in 650cc segment, Royal Enfield is working on at least two new 650cc bikes. One of this will be a cruiser, likely to be named as Super Meteor 650. Second model is a Classic-styled 650cc motorcycle, likely to be named as Shotgun 650. Both bikes will be using the same engine as that of Continental GT and Interceptor. Launch is expected later this year. More

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      Royal Enfield Prices Jan 2022 Increased – Classic 350, Meteor, Himalayan

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      Image – An ExplorerIt is likely that increase in input costs has prompted Royal Enfield to hike prices of its motorcycles
      In line with industry trends, Royal Enfield has increased prices of its motorcycles in the first month of the year. Global supply chain has been adversely impacted due to pandemic, resulting in shortage of several raw materials and components. Shift to stricter emission norms is also responsible for price hikes in automotive space.
      Royal Enfield Prices Jan 2022 – Classic 350, Meteor 350
      Royal Enfield’s top-selling bike Classic 350 has witnessed a price hike of up to Rs 3,332. Classic 350 starting price is now Rs 1,87,246 for Redditch variant. New prices of other variants are Halcyon (Rs 1,95,125), Signals (Rs 2,07,539), Dark (Rs 2,14,743) and Chrome (Rs 2,18,450). As may be recalled, new-gen Classic 350 was launched last year in the price range of Rs 1.84 lakh to Rs 2.15 lakh.
      Royal Enfield Meteor 350 Prices – Jan 2022
      Royal Enfield Meteor 350 price hike is around the same as that of Classic 350. Starting price is now Rs 2,01,620 for Fireball (Red, Yellow). New prices of other variants are Fireball (White, Black) – Rs 2,03,456; Stellar (Blue, Red, Black) – Rs 2,07,700; Stellar (Pure Black) – Rs 2,09,537; Supernova (Brown, Blue) – Rs 2,17,836; and Supernova (Silver, Beige Custom) – Rs 2,19,674.
      Royal Enfield Himalayan new prices
      Royal Enfield Himalayan prices in January 2022 have been increased in the range of Rs 4,103 to Rs 4,253. Himalayan starting price is now Rs 2,14,887 for Mirage Silver and Gravel Gray. Lake Blue and Rock Red are available at Rs 2,18,706 whereas Granite Black and Pine Green will cost Rs 2,22,526.
      Royal Enfield Classic 350 and Himalayan Prices – Jan 2022
      Earlier, Royal Enfield had increased prices of Himalayan and Meteor in September last year. At that time, all variants of Meteor had become costlier by Rs 7k. In percentage terms, the price hike was in the range of 3.36% to 3.64%. Himalayan prices were increased by a flat rate of Rs 5k for all variants. Percentage increase was in the range of 2.34% to 2.43%.
      No updates
      No new changes have been introduced for any of these Royal Enfield bikes. New-gen Classic 350 was launched last year with several enhancements including a new chassis and new engine. It has resulted in significant improvements in terms of reduced vibrations and ride dynamics. The first Royal Enfield bike to benefit from these updates was Meteor 350 that was launched in November 2020.
      Both new-gen Classic 350 and Meteor 350 share the same 350cc engine. It generates max power of 20.2 bhp and peak torque of 27 Nm. It is mated to a 5-speed gearbox. Next-gen versions of other Royal Enfield 350cc bikes will also be getting these updates.
      Himalayan is equipped with a 411cc motor that delivers 24.3 bhp and 32 Nm. Transmission is a 5-speed constant mesh unit. In future, Royal Enfield will be expanding Himalayan range to include multiple new products.
      One of these will be Himalayan 450, which will be positioned as a premium Adv bike. It will take on rivals such as KTM 390 Adventure and BMW G310GS. Himalayan 450 will be utilizing an entirely new platform. It is expected to deliver around 40 bhp of max power. More