Royal Enfield unveils Himalayan 450 motorcycle in India The new model is powered by a new 452cc single-cylinder engine and comes with a host of features, including Ride-by-Wire and two riding modes.
Royal Enfield Himalayan 450
Pune: Royal Enfield unveiled the Himalayan 450motorcycle in India at its Motoverse event in Goa. The new motorcycle is a significant upgrade over its predecessor, the Himalayan 411, and comes with a host of new features, including a new engine, Ride-by-Wire, and two riding modes.
Pricing
The Himalayan 450 is available in three variants: Base, Pass, and Peak. The Base variant is priced at ₹ 2.69 lakh (introductory price), the Pass variant is priced at ₹ 2.74 lakh, and the Peak variant is priced at ₹ 2.79 lakh (Kamet White) or ₹ 2.84 lakh (Hanle Black).
Engine
The Himalayan 450 is powered by a new 452cc single-cylinder engine called the Sherpa 450. The engine is liquid-cooled, has Dual Overhead Cams (DOHC), an aluminium bore, and a slightly short-stroke. The engine makes 40 PS of peak power and 40 Nm of peak torque.
Features
- Ride-by-Wire throttle
- Two riding modes – Performance and Economy
- ABS with the option to turn off ABS on the rear wheel in both modes
- Slipper clutch
- 17-litre fuel tank
- CEAT dual sport tyres
- Showa upside down front forks
- 200 mm rear suspension travel
- 230 mm ground clearance
- Kerb weight of 196 kg
Availability
The Himalayan 450 is available in five colours: Kaza Brown, Slate Himalayan Salt, Slate Himalayan Blue, Kamet White, and Hanle Black.
Competition
The Himalayan 450 competes with a number of other motorcycles in the same price segment, including the KTM 390 Adventure, the Benelli TRK 502, and the Kawasaki Versys-X 300.
Conclusion
The Royal Enfield Himalayan 450 is a significant upgrade over its predecessor and is a compelling option for riders looking for a versatile and capable adventure motorcycle. The motorcycle is well-priced and comes with a host of features that make it an attractive option for both experienced and new riders.