Royal Enfield is going big. If we look at its latest launch, the Hunter 350, we know that the Chennai-based brand is upping its game. The Hunter 350 is a new product off its new J-series platform. However, an even bigger launch from the brand will be the upcoming Himalayan 450 and its Scram version. Similar to Bajaj, it looks like Royal Enfield also wants to expand to more markets internationally. Royal Enfield also recently promised that they will come up with one new product on average every quarter. It looks like things are moving along as per the brand’s plan.
Royal Enfield Himalayan 450 With Panniers Spotted – What Do We See?
Recently, a test mule of the Himalayan 450 was spotted with panniers. This suggests that Royal Enfield could offer a complete set of panniers as a part of its optional accessories. Or, the brand could also offer a touring-focused variant of the Himalayan 450, which comes with them as standard. Apart from the panniers, we get a closer look at the instrument cluster’s shape.
Royal Enfield is taking a different design approach with the Himalayan 450. In fact, it has very little resemblance to the Himalayan 411. The Himalayan 450 keeps the retro touches to a bare minimum. The only visible retro touches from the spy shots are the circular instrument cluster and round headlight.
The camouflage that is visible in the spy shots also suggests Royal Enfield is yet to refine its profile. This will likely happen as the adventure motorcycle nears the production stage.
Royal Enfield Himalayan 450 – What Do We Know?
The Himalayan 450 will use an all-new 450cc liquid-cooled single-cylinder motor. The engine head will also have a forward-tilt compared to any other Royal Enfield’s single-cylinder engines. Sources suggest it will make about 40 BHP of power and 45 Nm of torque. Unlike the Himalayan 411, it will also get a 6-speed gearbox with a slip and assist clutch. This will help it match or at least narrow the performance gap with rivals like BMW G 310 GS, KTM 390 Adventure and the upcoming Hero XPulse 300.
The Himalayan 450 will also be the first Royal Enfield to come with USD front forks. At the rear, it will get a right-side-mounted monoshock. Sources suggest the front forks will be by Kayaba. The Himalayan 450 will continue to use a 21-inch front and 17-inch rear wire-spoke wheel setup. Disc brakes will be standard at both ends, as well as Dual-Channel ABS.
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