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All the details on Royal Enfield Himalayan
New adventure bike with long-stroke engine and Harris Performance-designed frame will be here soonRoyal Enfield has finally pulled the official rug off the Himalayan which has been a badly-kept secret for some time now.
The company describes the Himalayan as a motorcycle purpose-built for adventure and touring in the Himalayas. "Bringing together 60 years of Himalayan riding experiences in a completely ground-up design, and powered by a new LS 410 engine". It says the Royal Enfield Himalayan paves the way for a purer, non-extreme and more accessible form of adventure touring in India.
At the official announcement of the Himalayan, Mr Siddhartha Lal, MD & CEO, Eicher Motors Ltd. said: "Himalayan is the culmination of Royal Enfield’s 60 years of enduring history in its spiritual home — the Himalayas.
"Our single biggest insight in all these years of riding has been that the best motorcycle for the Himalayas is not one that tries to dominate its landscape, but one that is able to go with its flow. With its purpose-built ground-up design, the Himalayan is a simple and capable go-anywhere motorcycle that will redefine adventure touring in India."
Built on a duplex split cradle frame designed and developed by Harris Performance, the Himalayan features a monoshock rear suspension and 220mm ground clearance.
The Himalayan is powered by a completely new overhead-cam long-stroke LS 410 engine. The all new engine delivers high torque and usable power at lower revs, we’re told. This makes for smooth riding in higher gears at lower speeds, making it easy to climb hills, or to manoeuvre through traffic. Modern design and materials of the engine translate to increased efficiency and low maintenance, and the engine can go 10,000 kilometers between oil changes.
Speaking at the launch of the Himalayan, Mr Rudratej (Rudy) Singh, President Royal Enfield said: "Functionally, the Himalayan’s non-intimidating spartan design, flat torque curve, accessible seat height and long suspension travel, alongside the ease of ownership, make the Himalayan is an extremely versatile motorcycle that is adept for long rides while equally being the definitive choice to navigate our urban jungles.”
A 15-litre fuel tank provides a range of around 450km, while luggage mounting points are provided for hard panniers, soft luggage and jerry cans.
A simple instrument cluster keeps track of speed, direction, ambient temperature, travel time, service intervals and multiple trip distances. Seat height is quoted at 800mm and braking is via 300mm front and 240mm rear discs.
Royal Enfield has also introduced a range of protective riding gear that caters to the long range tourer, including the four-season Royal Enfield Darcha riding suit made in collaboration with REV’IT; versatile touring jackets and trousers with Cordura, protective armour, removable thermal liners and breathable waterproof lining. The collection also has riding gloves, trousers and boots.
Available in two colour options — Granite (black) and Snow (white), the Himalayan will be available in Australia with dates and prices announced soon.
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