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Royal Enfield Appoints New Distributor in Malaysia – Bright Future Ahead!

Fans of the Royal Enfield brand in Malaysia have a reason to cheer because the iconic brand is now represented in what is probably the masters of motorcycle distributorship in Malaysia – Didi Automotive Sdn Bhd.

Didi Automotive Sdn Bhd is part of a group of companies that is also involved in the distributorship of such iconic brands as Harley-Davidson, Aprilia, Moto Guzzi and Vespa.

The company was also involved in creating the first lifestyle motorcycle hub in Malaysia called The Gasket Alley.

Didi Automotive has officially taken over from Royal Enfield’s previous distributor – SNH Bhumi Corporation Sdn Bhd with immediate effect.

In a press release distributed by Didi Automotive, the company made no mention of where the brand will be located or the models that will be offered, but Rewi Hamid Bugo, Chairman of Didi Group is quoted as saying that the aim of the company is to have a Royal Enfield dealership in every state of Malaysia.

For more information, please visit www.royalenfield.com.

CONFIRMED: New Royal Enfield Himalayan 450 To Break Cover In 2023

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.

Upcoming Royal Enfield Scram 411 Caught Testing In Production Form

Royal Enfield is edging closer to launching the all-new Scram 411, as the model was caught testing in production form in India.

Essentially a road-biased version of the current Himalayan, the Scram 411 holds a huge significance.

Despite carrying most of the same underpinnings from the Himalayan, the Scram 411 is built for riders who prefer riding on the tarmac.

The Scram 411 misses out on a tall windscreen and the signature Himalayan front that depicts an adventure motorcycle.

It also features a new handlebar, redesigned tail to accommodate a different taillamp and rear indicators.

Other changes include revised front and rear mudguards, a single-piece saddle and a new circular headlamp.

Nevertheless, the Scram 411 will retain the same 411cc single-cylinder air-cooled SOHC engine that makes 24.3hp @ 6,500rpm and 32Nm between 4,000-4,500rpm. Power is delivered to the rear wheel via a 5-speed transmission.

Royal Enfield is expected to announce the official launch date soon.

Royal Enfield Successfully Conquers The South Pole Onboard The Himalayan

Two Royal Enfield Himalayan managed to overcome harsh weather and terrain to successfully capture the South Pole.

Ridden by Santhosh Vijay Kumar and Dean Coxson, the two begin their journey onboard two modified Himalayan from Novolazarevskaya research stations in Antarctica.

The pair took nine days to cover a distance of 3,200 kilometres and faced bone-chilling temperatures ranging from -30 degrees to -25 degrees Celsius before arriving at the location.

Other than facing a wind speed of 60km/h, the pair had to change their course more than once but still managed to reach the South Pole on December 16 together with a support crew.

In order to make the ride possible, the Himalayan’s underwent some modifications. The bike was also ridden on a compacted snow track from Ross Ice Shelf to the South Pole in an effort to reduce drag and limit emission.

Currently, the two Himalayan are still in Antarctica.

FIRST LOOK: Royal Enfield SG650 Concept

Royal Enfield is finally stepping into the futuristic era with the SG650 Concept after deftly toed the line between modern and retro.

Presented at EICMA 2021, the Royal Enfield SG650 Concept represents the company bold move into the future.

“We are a company in transition.

“To celebrate this, we wanted to develop a project that really gave our design team an opportunity to stretch themselves creatively,” said Royal Enfield Chief of Design, Mark Wells.

The SG650 Concept combines a cruiser-like motorcycle with a cyberpunk element while running on the iconic 648cc parallel-twin engine.

The concept bike features an aluminium headlight nacelle, an inverted fork, low-rise handlebars, and aluminium switches.

Nevertheless, the SG650 Concept clearly borrows design cues from the 650 Twins (Continental GT 650 and Interceptor 650).

We expect Royal Enfield to introduce a production version of the SG650 Concept in a few years to come.

Kilang Royal Enfield Terbaru Di Thailand Mula Operasi

Royal Enfield merupakan pengeluar motosikal terbaru untuk membuka kilang operasi dan pemasangan di Thailand selepas Honda, Yamaha, Suzuki, Kawasaki, BMW, Triumph Motorcycles dan Ducati.

Kilang yang terletak di Chachoengsao, Bangkok itu bukan sahaja bakal memasarkan motosikal di Thailand sahaja malah merangkumi seluruh Asia Tenggara.

Pembukaan kilang baharu itu juga menandakan usaha RE untuk terus melipat gandakan usaha perkilangan dan pemasaran motosikal di Asia.

Menariknya, kilang tersebut telah pun beroperasi dengan menghasilkan motosikal bersesaran kecil bersama syarikat Thailand, GPX.

Smeentara itu, Pengarah Eksekutif RE, B. Govindarajan telah pun mengesahkan bahawa kilang tersebut akan memasarkan beberapa model sebagai CKD termasuk Royal Enfield Interceptor 650, Continental GT 650 serta Himalayan.

Royal Enfield Newest Factory In Thailand Begins Operation

Royal Enfield is set to ram up its production in Asia as the company has begin its factory operation in Chachoengsao, a province located east of Bangkok,Thailand.

The new facility would not only serve the local market but also other major South East Asian region.

Interestingly, the Indian-owned company has already started things going by developing a small-displacement motorcycle in cooperation with Thailand motorcycle company GPX.

According to the Indian firm, Royal Enfield plans to ship its motorcycle as a CKD model for assembly which includes the Himalayans and the 650 Twins (Interceptor and Continental GT).

“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 this region, and also become the hub for the rest of Southeast Asian markets,” said B. Govindarajan, Executive Director Royal Enfield.

Royal Enfield Working On 4 New 350cc Motorcycle

Royal Enfield is set to unveil four new 350cc motorcycles by the end of 2022.

According to reports in India, the new models will be based on the company’s new J-platform that has been materialized with the Meteor 350 and Classic 350.

One of the four motorcycles will be the new Bullet 350, replacing the current Bullet 350 and Bullet 350 ES.

Meanwhile, another model will be a single-seater 350cc Bobber and is based on the Classic 350.

Interestingly, the Bobber 350 will feature a typical Bobber handlebar and whitewall tyres and is expected to be the most expensive 350cc range from Royal Enfield.

The other two motorcycles, codename J1C2 and J1C1 respectively, reportedly will be the most affordable 350cc range from the company, and it is expected to be a roadster style machine.

The 350cc powerplant is a single-cylinder fuel-injected air-oil cooling engine capable of producing 20.2hp and 27Nm and is mated to a 5-speed slick-shifting gearbox.

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).

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)

Royal Enfield To Conquer The South Pole With Two Himalayan

Two Royal Enfield riders are set to embark on a 39-day expedition from Ross Ice Shelf to the South Pole on a purpose-built Himalayan.

The 770km ride is another ambitious attempt by Royal Enfield as it also conceptualised a tribute to the brand 120-year legacy.

“120 years is a long legacy for the brand, and we are delighted to have made it count.

“Over these years, we have created and nurtured a thriving culture of riding and exploration around the world.

“This pursuit of exploration has been a quintessential part of our DNA, and 90° South is another chapter in our series of extraordinary, epic motorcycling rides,” said Siddhartha Lal, Managing Director of Eicher Motors Ltd.

The 90° South-Quest for the Pole main objective is to inspire more Royal Enfield Himalayan owners to become adventurous.

According to the Indian firm, the expedition will begin from Cape Town on November 26 with two Royal Enfield riders, Santosh Vijay Kumar and Dean Coson, attempting to reach the South Pole from the Ross Ice Shelf via Leverett Glacier to the iconic Amundsen-Scoot Pole station.

The two will also be joined by Arctic Trucks, a member of the International Association of Antarctica Tour Operators.

Interestingly, the special built Himalayan has undergone a test at the Langjokull glacier in Iceland in September and July this year.

Royal Enfield Is New Zealand Top-Selling Motorcycle Brand

Royal Enfield has taken the world by storm since the company launched the Interceptor 650 and Continental GT 650.

Thus, it’s not a surprise when Royal Enfield has been crown as the top-selling motorcycle brand in terms of sales in New Zealand with the help of local distributor, Urban Moto Imports.

The India-based manufacturer now tops the 250cc to 1,000cc segment in the Land Down under, knocking off other motorcycle giants.

According to Vimal Sumbly, Asia Pacific (APAC) Head of Business of Royal Enfield, the brand has received tremendous support since its entry.

“We are delighted that we have become the number one mid-size motorcycling brand in New Zealand. Royal Enfield has intently focused on growing and leading the middleweight segment market globally and becoming a genuinely global motorcycling brand.

“We have consistently grown our network, reach, product, apparel, GMA range and offerings to appeal to the customers. In fact, since our entry in Australia and New Zealand, we have received great feedback and love from motorcycle enthusiasts.”

Royal Enfield currently offers a wide range of models including the Himalayan, Meteor 350 and the two 650s.

The brand also rumoured to introduced a bigger Himalayan, by using the same 650cc parallel-twin powerplant.

Bad Winners Introduce A DIY Custom Kit For Royal Enfield 650s

If you are looking for a new hobby at home and coincidentally owned a Royal Enfield 650 Interceptor of the Continental GT, you might want to check out Bad Winners DIY custom kit.

The project actually started back in 2019 when Royal Enfield commissioned Bad Winners to build a one-off custom motorcycle.

The result was well-received by RE; hence, Bad Winners decided to continue with the project and create a kit that owners could easily install at home.

The DIY kit consists of:

custom-style leather seat
custom mudguard
custom plate holder
custom rear light
shorter 5cm subframe
custom handlebars with simplified controls
Motogadget speedometer
Oberon mirrors
Koso headlight

However, owners who want that extra power boost can also opt for new pipes and air filters by S&S Cycles, including a Power Commander pre-made mapping.

Bad Winners also offers a YSS fork kit and three different options for the rear twin shocks.

Four DIY kits are available for the Royal Enfield 650s with the price starts from GBP430 (RM2.4k) to GBP2,900 (RM16k) which you can access HERE.