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Himalayan 450

In an exciting announcement, Royal Enfield has tantalised adventure enthusiasts with the release of the official teaser video for their upcoming marvel, the Himalayan 450 adventure tourer. 

  • the Himalayan 450 is set to debut on November 1, aligning with the festive season to capture the positive buying sentiments of consumers.
  • the new Himalayan 450 is fitted with an all-new 450cc single capable of pumping 40hp. 

The teaser video offers a sneak peek into the habitat of this all-terrain conqueror, designed not only for everyday riding but also for the most daring off-roading escapades. Key features showcased include a circular LED headlamp with a commanding windscreen, robust wire-spoked wheels, block pattern tires, and the signature front beak, all underpinned by a sleek fuel tank with braces.

Beyond its striking exterior, the Royal Enfield Himalayan 450 introduces a powerful 450 cc single-cylinder liquid-cooled engine, churning out an estimated 40 bhp. The engine pairs seamlessly with a six-speed transmission boasting a slipper and assist clutch, ensuring a smooth and controlled ride.

Watch the official teaser below: 

Safety and technology converge in the new Himalayan, boasting front and rear disc brakes with dual-channel ABS, an innovative fully digital instrument cluster featuring Tripper Navigation, and LED tail lamps and indicators for enhanced visibility.

With a focus on off-road prowess, the Himalayan 450 boasts longer travel suspension, including upside-down forks and a monoshock rear, ensuring a balanced and responsive ride on diverse terrains. Meanwhile, its tall seat height, elevated ground clearance, and broad handlebars beckon adventure-seekers to explore the uncharted.

The Royal Enfield Himalayan 450 is poised to rival the likes of the KTM 390 Adventure, BMW G310 GS, and the forthcoming Bajaj/Triumph Scrambler 400X, igniting a fierce competition in the adventure touring segment.

If you owned a Royal Enfield motorcycle, then you are probably one of the contributor to the brand staggering growth in global sales for September 2022. 

  • Royal Enfield sold more than 80,000 motorcycles in September 2022.
  • India remain as the biggest market for Royal Enfield.

The Indian-owned motorcycle company has just recorded a 145 percent increase in sales for the month of September 2022.

That said, Royal Enfield sold 82,097 units of motorcycles purchased over the 30 day period compared to 33,528 units sold in the same period last year. 

As expected, 73,646 units from the total sales was generated in India which continue to become the stronghold of the Royal Enfield brand to this day.

Nevertheless, the major surge of sales in comparison to last year is down to the brand latest model, led by the all-new Royal Enfield Scram 411 and the Hunter 350.

Moreover, with the demand of small and middleweight capacity motorcycle on the rise will only continue to boost the sales of Royal Enfield motorcycles. 

In fact, the Meteor 350 – introduced in 2020 – is currently contesting the BMW R 1250 GS Adventure for UK”s best selling full-size two-wheelers.

Meanwhile, the brand sales figure is expected to reach greater heights in months to come with a number of other arrivals on the way, including the Himalayan 450, Super Meteor 650 and Shotgun 650.

Royal Enfield also rumoured to be working on a Himalayan. 650. Coming from a fan of ADV motorcycles, a bigger Himalayan is a big yes from us. 

Royal Enfield once again caught testing the upcoming Himalayan 450 in India.

  • to feature a revised fuel tank, subframe and front beak.

  • powered by a new single-cylinder engine that makes 40hp and 40Nm. 

The Indian motorcycle company plans to unveil a host of new motorcycles, one of which is the Himalayan 450.

Carrying the same design language as the current Himalayan, reports in India suggest that the new motorcycle will received much needed upgrades in terms of technology and performance.

Design wise, the Himalayan 450 will maintain its retro-inspired design but with some minor tweaks at the front beak.

The tail section also looks sleek and attached to a new rear carrier.

Other minor upgrades include a new split saddle, redesigned subframe and fuel tank. Nevertheless, the riding ergonomics likely to remain the same.

Also, the Himalayan 450 will get a new trellis frame that helps to increase rigidity hence improving the stability especially during off-road.

Other notable updates include:

  • new upside-down front forks.
  • dual-rear shock absorbers.
  • wire-spoked wheels – 21″ front and 17″ rear.
  • LED turn inidcators
  • semi digital instrument display
  • dual-channel ABS

Mechanically, the Himalayan 450 makes 40hp and 40Nm thanks to a new 450cc single-cylinder liquid-cooled engine. Power is then delivered to the rear wheel via a six-speed transmission with final chain drive.

(Source: GaadiWaadi)

A more off road-focused Royal Enfield Himalayan 450 ‘Rally’ is supposedly in the pipelines, rumoured to pack an improved powertrain, transmission and on board electronics.

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Royal Enfield is about to unleash an all-new Himalayan 450 that is set to rival the KTM 390 Adventure.

The rumours have been making their round for quite some time now but it has been confirmed that a more powerful Himalayan will be set to debut in the first quarter of 2023.

According to reports in India, Royal Enfield decided to develop a slightly bigger Himalayan after customer feedback suggested the current Himalayan 411 is a bit underpowered due to its weight.

As the name suggests, the Himalayan 450 will carry a 450cc single-cylinder liquid-cooled engine capable of producing 40hp and has more low-end grunt and better mid-range power. Power is delivered to the rear wheel via a 6-speed manual transmission.

Looking at the image render provided by BikeWale, the Himalayan 450 shares a very similar build-up with the 411 including a circular headlamp, frame, tall handlebars and long suspension travel.

The 450 is expected to carry the same tire configuration with a 21-inch front and 17-inch rear.

Interestingly, the 450 will also feature tubeless spoke wheels, something you usually find on a bigger and pricier adventure machine.

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