Royal Enfield Himalayan 450 vs Yezdi Adventure. Which ADV should you buy?

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Royal Enfield has finally launched the much-awaited Himalayan 450 in the Indian market. Now, that the new-gen Himalayan is here, the manufacturer will discontinue the Himalayan 411. One of the rivals of the Himalayan 450 is the Yezdi Adventure. Here is how the new motorcycle stacks against the adventure tourer from Yezdi.

By: HT Auto Desk
| Updated on: 28 Nov 2023, 16:47 PM

Royal Enfield Himalayan 450 Yezdi Adventure
The Himalayan is more powerful than the Adventure.

Royal Enfield Himalayan 450 vs Yezdi Adventure: Looks

In terms of looks, both adventure tourers have a function over form design language. However, the Himalayan now has more road presence. This is because of the large fuel tank and the larger proportions. Both motorcycles come with a windscreen, a circular LED headlamp, up-swept exhaust and a split seat setup.

Royal Enfield Himalayan 450 vs Yezdi Adventure: Engine

The new generation of Himalayan has spiced things up when it comes to the engine. Both engines are now liquid-cooled but it is the Himalayan that has a larger engine. As a result, it puts out around 40 bhp whereas the Yezdi produces 29 bhp. There is a huge difference in torque output as well. The Royal Enfield Himalayan’s engine produces 40 Nm whereas the Yezdi puts out 29 Nm. The gearbox on both motorcycles is a 6-speed unit that gets a slip-and-assist clutch.

Royal Enfield Himalayan 450 vs Yezdi Adventure: Features

In terms of features, the Himalayan comes with all LED lighting, riding modes, ride-by-wire, switchable ABS, Bluetooth connectivity and a new TFT instrument cluster that features full maps. Yezdi Adventure comes with a digital instrument cluster, turn-by-turn navigation with Bluetooth connectivity, all LED lighting and switchable ABS.

Also Read : Royal Enfield Shotgun 650 Motoverse Edition launched at ₹4.25 lakh

Royal Enfield Himalayan 450 vs Yezdi Adventure: Hardware

The Himalayan 450 uses up-side down forks in the front and gas gas-charged monoshock at the rear. On the other hand, the Yezdi Adventure uses telescopic forks in the front and a monoshock at the rear. Braking duties on both motorcycles are done by a disc in the front as well as at the rear.

Watch: Royal Enfield Himalayan review: Adventure icon with brand new fashion

Royal Enfield Himalayan 450 vs Yezdi Adventure: Price

The Himalayan 450 now starts at ₹2.69 lakh introductory whereas the Yezdi Adventure starts at ₹2.16 lakh. Both prices are ex-showroom.

First Published Date: 28 Nov 2023, 16:47 PM IST

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Royal Enfield Shotgun 650 Motoverse Edition makes global debut

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Back in May 2023, we reported that Royal Enfield will be bringing the Shotgun 650 to the Indian market soon. Well, the manufacturer has finally taken the wraps off the motorcycle at Motoverse 2023. The Shotgun 650 is the fourth 650 cc motorcycle in Royal Enfield’s lineup after Interceptor, Continental GT and Super Meteor. We got a glimpse of the Shotgun 650 first at EICMA 2021 where it was showcased as SG 650 Concept and was a bobber. The continuous production model will be launched early next year.

By: Paarth Khatri
| Updated on: 24 Nov 2023, 21:57 PM

Royal Enfield Shotgun 650
The Shotgun 650 is based on the same platform as the Super Meteor 650.

The Shotgun 650 gets a customised paint scheme in a blue shade with hand-painted graphics in neon yellow. The colour scheme adds a personalised touch to the motorcycle, just like the pinstripes on the Bullet 350. The Royal Enfield Shotgun 650 will be restricted to only 25 units in this blue shade and buyers will be selected based on a lucky draw conducted at RE Motoverse 2023. The company could introduce a new colour in limited numbers at a later date. The motorcycle will sell for ₹4.25 lakh ex-showroom and delivery of these 25 units will happen in January 2024. In addition to this, the limited edition motorcycle will be offered with an extended warranty and RSA service.

The Shotgun 650 shares its underpinnings with the Super Meteor 650. However, where the Super Meteor is a cruiser and comes with forward-set ergonomics, the Shotgun 650 will have a more neutral riding posture and is a bobber. There will also be a pillion seat on offer which will be removable. The handlebar is different than the Super Meteor 650 and it sits lower. The footpeg positioning is also different as they are centre set instead of forward set.

Royal Enfield Shotgun 650
A look at the rear of the Shotgun 650

Apart from the riding triangle, there are other subtle differences as well. The fuel tank, alloy wheels and headlamp cowl are different. The exhaust design is also different on the Shotgun when compared to other 650 cc motorcycles. Other than this, the lighting elements, switch gear and adjustable levers are the same as the Super Meteor 650.

Also Read : New Royal Enfield Himalayan launched in India, priced from ₹2.69 lakh

Royal Enfield has not officially announced the specs but it is the same engine that is doing duty on the Super Meteor 650. The 648 cc parallel twin-twin engine produces 47 bhp and 52 Nm on other 650 cc motorcycles. It comes mated to a 6-speed gearbox with slip and assist clutch.

First Published Date: 24 Nov 2023, 21:57 PM IST

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New Royal Enfield Himalayan: Price expectation

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The new Royal Enfield Himalayan is one of the most anticipated launches of 2023 and the Oragadam-based motorcycle maker will finally reveal the prices at the RE Motoverse on November 24. The biggest congregation of Royal Enfield owners and enthusiasts, the Motoverse is just the right venue to announce prices of the new adventure tourer which gets a complete overhaul over its predecessor.

By: Sameer Fayaz Contractor
| Updated on: 22 Nov 2023, 18:15 PM

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The new Royal Enfield Himalayan gets a host of upgrades and is the most advanced motorcycle yet from the manufacturer

The new Royal Enfield Himalayan replaces the Himalayan 411 in the company’s lineup. The bike has been developed from the ground up using an all-new twin-spar frame and a larger capacity motor. The new Sherpa 450 engine is liquid-cooled, a first for Royal Enfield, and also gets a forged piston among other lightweight components. Not only is it a more premium motorcycle but also rides like one with the engine packing more power than before.

Also Read : New Royal Enfield Himalayan prices to be announced on November 24, bookings open

Royal Enfield Himalayan 450
The new Royal Enfield Himalayan 450 gets a liquid-cooled motor with 39.4 bhp and 40 Nm, paired with a 6-speed gearbox

The new Himalayan also receives tech upgrades in the form of a digital console, another first for the company and completely developed in-house by Royal Enfield, which we expect to see in more motorcycles going forward. The system comes with smartphone connectivity enabling turn-by-turn navigation, call/SMS alerts, as well as alerts for engine, battery health and more. The Himalayan 450 is also the first bike from RE to get Ride-by-Wire (RbW) which brings two riding modes – Eco and Performance – while you also get LED lighting across the motorcycle.

The new Himalayan 450 marks a big departure from the traditional offerings and this is arguably the brand’s most advanced motorcycle yet. We rode the new ADV earlier this month and came back impressed with what it had to offer.

Watch: Royal Enfield Himalayan review: Adventure icon with brand new fashion

The outgoing Himalayan 411 tops out at ₹2.28 lakh (ex-showroom) and the new ADV is likely to command a substantial price hike. We expect the new Royal Enfield Himalayan to be priced from ₹2.60 lakh onwards with the premium justifiable given the extensive list of upgrades over the older model.

The 2024 Royal Enfield Himalayan will be sold in three variants – Base, Pass and Summit – with key differences being the colour schemes. Expect to see a price difference of ₹15,000-20,000 between the three variants. This should bring the on-road prices in most cities to around the ₹3 lakh mark. Do note all three variants will be launched with tube-type tyres and the brand will offer tubeless tyres in India at a later date, which will command a more premium price tag. The company will also offer a host of accessories on the new Himalayan.

First Published Date: 22 Nov 2023, 18:15 PM IST

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How to fit alloys to your Royal Enfield Interceptor 650 or Continental GT 650?

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Royal Enfield 650 Twins have been in the market for quite some time now. One of the biggest gripes that owners of motorcycles have reported over the years is the absence of tubeless tyres. Considering that the Interceptor 650 and Continental GT 650 weigh over 200 kg, it is quite cumbersome to get a puncture fixed. Many shops won’t even consider touching the motorcycle because of the rear disc brake. Even if they do, finding the right-sized tube is another different issue. Now, all of this comes from personal experience. Yes, there are a few after-market alloy wheels and some tubeless conversion kits as well. However, not all of them have been successful.

By: Paarth Khatri
| Updated on: 11 Nov 2023, 13:48 PM

Royal Enfield Interceptor 650
The Interceptor 650 is currently the most affordable 650 cc motorcycle in the Indian market.

With the 2023 update, Royal Enfield finally decided to add alloy wheels but they are available only on the Blacked-out edition of the Interceptor 650 and Continental GT 650. Moreover, Royal Enfield is still not offering alloy wheels as an accessory that existing owners can buy and retrofit to their motorcycles. Some people might argue that spoked wheels are better as their ability to take a hit against a bad pothole is better. However, once my motorcycle had faced a couple of punctures, the idea of alloy wheels started feeling better and with alloys, I would finally be able to ride with peace of mind. After all, even if the tyre gets punctured any shop would be able to fix it or I would be able to fix it with a puncture repair kit.

Fixing a puncture on the spoked wheels with tube-type tyres is no less than a nightmare.

However, first I needed to find a new set of tubeless tyres as my current Ceats were worn out and tube-type. There are not a lot of options for 18-inch wheels in the Indian market. Fortunately, Vredestein launched the Centauro STs with the 2023 Continental GT 650. I have ridden the GT 650 with these tyres and they were significantly better than the Ceats. Fortunately, I was able to find a set that cost me around ₹11,500 in Delhi. Yes, some sellers are selling and even shipping the same set for less. However, I was in a hurry as my motorcycle started wobbling because of the bald tyres.

Also Read : 2023 Royal Enfield Interceptor 650 and Continental GT 650 review: What is new?

How to get alloy wheels?

One needs to put up an order with the RE workshop for the alloy wheels as spare parts. This is where the process was quite time-consuming for me. It took almost a month for the shop to acquire the alloy wheels whereas I was told it would take a week to ten days.

Royal Enfield Interceptor 650
Fitting alloys can take some time but it needs to be done only once.

Cost of the alloy wheels

The front wheel costs ₹7,500 while the rear one costs ₹9,000. Apart from this, there will be a fitting charge as well depending if you get the alloys fitted through the service centre or a tyre shop. Speaking of the tyre shop, make sure that the new tyres are fitted on the alloys in the correct direction. This will set you back by a few hundred bucks.

What’s next? We will be riding the motorcycle with the new setup and report on how the new tyres perform. Apart from that, the Interceptor has clocked almost 10,000 km so we will be doing an ownership report on it. So, stay tuned for that.

First Published Date: 11 Nov 2023, 13:48 PM IST

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Royal Enfield sees sales slump in 350 cc motorcycle segment in September

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Royal Enfield on Sunday announced in a regulatory filing that the company witnessed marginal growth for the motorcycles that come with engines bigger than 350 cc. On the other hand, the motorcycles powered by engines of up to 350 cc displacement, recorded marginal growth in September. The homegrown motorcycle giant sold 70,345 units in September 2023 in the 350 cc segment, down by five per cent from 74,206 units registered in the same month a year ago.

By: HT Auto Desk
| Updated on: 01 Oct 2023, 16:01 PM

2023 Royal Enfield Bullet 350
Royal Enfield witnessed a sales slump in the 350cc category, while bigger motorcycles posted four per cent growth.

In the bigger bikes segment, where Royal Enfield sells models like Scram 411, Super Meteor 650, Continental GT, Interceptor etc., the company posted four per cent sales growth last month. In this category, Royal Enfield claims to have sold 8,235 motorcycles last month, as compared to 7,891 units retailed in the same month a year ago. However, sales in this segment in the first six months of this financial year were down by 10 per cent to 50,790 units. The company sold 56,387 units during the same period in the last financial year.

Watch: Royal Enfield Super Meteor 650: Road test review

On the other hand, in up to 350 cc segment, sales of the auto company between April and September this year were 406,196 units, up by 20 per cent as compared to 338,582 units sold during the first six months of last financial year. Royal Enfield’s total sales in September were down by four per cent to 78,580 units, as compared to 82,097 units recorded in the same month a year ago. The company claims to have sold a total of 456,986 motorcycles in the first six months of this financial year, up by 16 per cent, as compared to the same period a year ago when it retailed 394,969 units.

Despite being a major player in the Indian motorcycle market, Royal Enfield has a strong international business as well. However, the company witnessed a major slump in its export numbers in September as well as during the first six months of the current fiscal. Last month, the auto manufacturer shipped 4,319 motorcycles to overseas markets, down 49 per cent from 8,451 units sold in the same month a year ago. Between April and September this year, Royal Enfield sold 40,099 motorcycles in the overseas markets, down 26 per cent compared to 54,260 units sold in the same period a year ago.

First Published Date: 01 Oct 2023, 16:01 PM IST

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Royal Enfield launches Streetwind V3 riding jacket: Check out what’s new

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The jacket now comes with Ergo Pro Tech armor which is a Level 2 armor. It is fitted at the shoulders and elbows. There is space for a back protector as well as reflective elements for enhancing visibility during nighttime. Speaking of back protector, Royal Enfield’s Ergo Pro Tech Level 2 back armour is compatible with the jacket. The jacket is made up of Cordura fabric and has a mesh design. Royal Enfield says that the Streetwind V3 weighs just 1.17 kg and can be packed in laptop bags.

The jacket is made up of 90 per cent high abrasion-resistant polyester and 10 per cent 600D polyester. There are adjustable tabs located on the cuffs, waist, biceps, and forearms. Apart from this, two zipped pockets increase the practicality of the jacket. Royal Enfield is using YKK zippers which are considered one of the best in the segment. Other small elements that Royal Enfield is offering are a sunglass loop, velcro patch, pre-curved arms and snap fastener for the neck.

Also Read : Royal Enfield launches riding jacket made up of 100% recycled material: Details

In other news, Royal Enfield is currently working on launching the Himalayan 450. It will be the manufacturer’s first motorcycle to come with a liquid-cooled engine. The training for the new motorcycle has been completed and the motorcycle will be launched in the coming months. It will sit above the current Himalayan which has a 411 cc engine. The new engine produces 40 bhp of max power and the initial response from the people who have ridden the motorcycle is quite positive.

First Published Date: 30 Sep 2023, 17:36 PM IST

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Royal Enfield launches riding jacket made up of 100% recycled material: Details

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By: Paarth Khatri
| Updated on: 10 Aug 2023, 17:11 PM

Royal Enfield has launched a new riding jacket in the Indian market. It is called Streetwind Eco and what is special about it is that is made up of 100% recycled materials such as recycled polyester shell fabric, recycled polyester mesh fabric and recycled nylon Cordura. The manufacturer also repurposed 75 plastic pet bottles for one single jacket. The Streetwind Eco is priced at ₹5,950.

Royal Enfield offers Streetwind in three colour schemes.

As the name suggests, the Streetwind Eco is a ventilated mesh jacket for summer use. The design consists of 90 per cent mesh for airflow. Despite being a lightweight jacket, it comes with newly launched Ergo Pro Tech CE level 2 armour.

It passes the latest CE 2 standards even under different conditions like ambient, wet, hot, and cold temperatures and their 3D construction ensures a perfect fit for the human body’s impact zones. The shoulder and elbow armours are contoured to provide a snug fit at the joints, allowing for comfortable movement without any discomfort. Moreover, the design considers easy integration into jackets and trousers, making it convenient for the riders. To promote breathability, multiple vents are incorporated into the design, ensuring the rider’s skin remains cool and comfortable. Royal Enfield is using a Hexa pattern, with strategically placed grooves which enhances the flexibility of the armours.

Commenting on the launch, B Govindarajan, CEO, Royal Enfield, said, “Central to Royal Enfield’s philosophy is the commitment to leave every place better. Our comprehensive approach to sustainability is not only limited to our products, but extends to vendors, manufacturing, and collaborations ensuring that the entire supply chain is environment friendly. Having developed an apparel and gear portfolio that caters to riders regardless of terrain, weather conditions, or destinations, we are charting the way to a more sustainable future. With the launch of The Streetwind Eco Riding Jacket, we aim to set new benchmarks that look ahead, towards a promising and eco-conscious future in the segment.”

First Published Date: 10 Aug 2023, 17:11 PM IST

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