- The first Royal Enfield electric motorcycle will take design inspiration from the Flying Flea which was used in World War II.
Indian motorcycle manufacturer, Royal Enfield is all set to take on the electric vehicle wagon with its first electric motorcycle. The electric bike will be unveiled tomorrow, November 4, at EICMA 2024.
While the company has had several teasers of the upcoming electric motorcycle, one thing the brand has focused on with the teaser is comparing the upcoming bike to the Flying Flea motorcycle that played a big role in World War 2. Keeping in mind that the brand has also filed a nameplate patent of the same name, they could call the electric motorcycle “Flying Flea”.
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Royal Enfield electric motorcycle: what to expect
Earlier in October, the first Royal Enfield electric motorcycle was spotted being driven by Royal Enfield Managing Director Siddharth Lal in Barcelona. Royal Enfield will enter the EV segment with a city motorcycle instead of an electric adventure tourer. In the teaser, the motorcycle can be seen being dropped with a parachute.
The first Royal Enfield electric motorcycle may look like it has taken inspiration from the brand's existing Classic range of motorcycles, but the production model will come with a completely new design philosophy, creating an entirely new perception of the brand. Will do.
From the spy shots, it is quite clear that some of the cycle parts like the LED headlamp, LED turn indicators, adjustable brake lever and switchgear will be taken from other ICE-powered Royal Enfield motorcycles. Other parts worth noting are the circular instrument cluster which will have a TFT screen and may be shared with the Guerrilla 450 and Himalayan 450. However, it will be modified to show information related to EVs. The front has girder forks which were again used on the Flying Flea.
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At present, there is no information about the range, specs and battery size of the upcoming electric motorcycle. But considering the size and slim design, it is expected that Royal Enfield will present it as a city motorcycle. There should be fast charging on offer and it looks like the battery pack will not be removable.
Additionally, the upcoming Royal Enfield electric motorcycle is expected to be the most expensive product in the brand's entire portfolio. Royal Enfield has not revealed anything about the pricing strategy of its upcoming electric motorcycle. However, considering the high cost of the battery pack and the premium positioning of the EV, it will be an expensive motorcycle.
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First publication date: 03 November 2024, 09:41 AM IST