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Royal Enfield Himalayan 650 Development Finally Underway, ETA 2024

According to reputable sources, Royal Enfield has confirmed to begin the development of the Himalayan 650.

Scheduled for a 2024 release, the popular adventure bike (currently available with a 411cc powerplant) is set to receive the 650cc parallel-twin engine taken from the 650 Twins (Interceptor and Continental GT).

Royal Enfield Interceptor 650

While the current Himalayan has loyal followers’ thanks to its all-terrain capabilities and low price, some may think that the 24.3hp engine could use a little push.

Based on new development by an Indian website, the plans are now underway at the Chennai-based factory.

Interestingly, there were no initial plans to kickstart the new project; however, thanks to the company new directive, Royal Enfield decided to inject the Himalayan with a bigger engine.

The 650cc Himalayan will be available in two variants, one with a more adventure setup and another as a sports tourer.

However, the new Himalayan is only slated for a 2024 launch.

(Source: BikeWale)

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