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Royal Enfield is embracing the electric revolution with plans to introduce its debut electric motorcycle by 2025.

  • Royal Enfield progressing steadily towards inaugural electric two-wheelers launch in 2025. 
  • a team of nearly 100 two-wheels and EV expert is currently developing a thriving ecosystem to create a proper electric motorcycle. 

A recent report from The Hindu Business Line affirms the brand’s steadfast progress toward this milestone. Acknowledging the shifting tides of the motorcycle industry, Royal Enfield remains committed to both its traditional internal combustion offerings and its pioneering electric venture.

To achieve this vision, the company has established a dedicated electric vehicle division and harnessed the expertise of Mario Alvisi, a former Ducati executive, as the Chief Growth Officer.

With unwavering focus, a close-knit team of nearly 100 experts is working to create not just an electric motorcycle but a thriving electric vehicle ecosystem. Their mission is to craft distinctive, high-performance electric motorcycles that encapsulate Royal Enfield’s signature charm.

Eicher Motors, Royal Enfield’s parent company, has strategically invested in Spanish electric mobility firm Stark Future, fostering potential synergies. This strategic partnership seeks to leverage their respective strengths in a collaborative pursuit of innovation.

While certain components like battery cells are sourced internationally, Royal Enfield actively engages in in-house manufacturing and supply chain partnerships for other essential parts. The company has expanded its supplier network, embracing 11-12 new collaborators and exploring further opportunities.

Indonesia is a country of two-wheelers with more than 130 million registered motorcycle owners.

  • There are 35 electric motorcycle companies in Indonesia thus far.
  • Indonesia currently has more than 130 million registered motorcycle owners. 

The growing number of motorcycles in the country has prompted the Indonesian government to focus on the two-wheeled sector as the pivotal starting point for reducing the country’s emissions.

Indonesian Transport Minister Budy Karya Sumadi showered his support for the initiative during the Federal Group Discussion in Jakarta on Tuesday.

“There are around 133 million users of motorcycles in Indonesia. There are now 5 million requests a year. There were even 10 million requests before the pandemic.

“So, the market is huge, and this can be a game changer that can accelerate this transition,” he said. 

Meanwhile, Presidential Special Staff Diaz Hendropriyono hopes that due to the large number of electric motorcycle companies in the country, Indonesia could reach the target of 2 million electric bikes by 2025.

“There are 35 electric motorcycle companies compared to three car companies.

“The price is also more competitive. 

“This means that we can encourage the adoption of electric motorbikes to meet the President’s target of 2 million electric motorbikes by 2025,” he said.

The World of Two Wheels was officially launched yesterday evening at the Plaza Alam Sentral, Shah Alam.

This is the second time such event has been organised by Superfly Power Resources where bike fans can just go to one location and get a wide selection of bikes on display.

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Several brands participated with the show like KTM, Aprila, BMW, MV Agusta and Kawasaki all showcasing their latest line-up.

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In working with the show’s tagline “Safety Sikit Bro” the event also have booth by JKJR and RTD to help educate bikers on the safety aspects of riding big bikes.

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And also in conjunction of the event, the RTD (JPJ) Director-General Datuk Seri Ismail Ahmad gave away certificate of recognition to a few JPJ Youth Squad icons for their work in promoting road safety.

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Amongs the recipients were actor Zamarul Hisham Mohamed and Muhamad Habibullah Mohd Salleh or more fondly known as Gabit.

The mini bike fair will be on until this coming Sunday, 5th of April.

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