According to a latest media report, Royal Enfield might expand its 650cc motorcycle lineup in coming years. The Chennai-based bikemaker is working on RE Himalayan 650, which is reported to be under development at the brand’s UK-based technical centre. However, the model won’t go in testing phase anytime soon. The production-ready version of the Royal Enfield Himalayan 650 is likely to carry a new nameplate. Recently, the company trademarked multiple names for its upcoming products.
As of now, there is no official word on RE Himalayan 650 motorcycle. Even if the report turns out to be true, the Royal Enfield Himalayan 650 will be the brand’s third model to be designed on the 650cc platform. RE’s 650cc twins use a 648cc, air-cooled, parallel-twin, fuel-injected SOHC engine that pushes out power worth 47bhp and 52Nm of torque. For performing transmission duties, the cruiser motorcycles have a 6-speed gearbox with a slip-assist clutch.
The Himalayan is the only adventure bike from the Chennai-based bikemaker in the country. The model has a BS6-compliant engine-and-exhaust setup. Its 411cc, single-cylinder motor is good enough for 24.3bhp and 32Nm. The adventure bike comes with a 5-speed gearbox. It’s currently available in 7 variants, priced from Rs 2,01,315 to Rs 2,08,656 (all, ex-showroom). The adventure bike can be had in 6 different colours, namely, Gravel Grey, Mirage Silver, Lake Blue, Rock Red, Granite Black and Pine Green. Read – 5 Bikes You Can Buy Instead of a Royal Enfield In India
Just so you know, the RE Himalayan received BS6 update early last year. Besides the engine upgrade, the bike gets a hazard warning light, slightly revised instrument cluster (a white-backlight setup), better side stand, switchable ABS (anti-lock braking system) at the rear and improved battery efficiency. The new model weighs 5 kgs more than its predecessor.
More details on Royal Enfield Himalayan 650 are likely to be revealed in near future. Stay tuned to IndiaCarNews.
