Five new adventure bikes in the works from Royal Enfield, Hero and Bajaj, led by 55 hp Himalayan 750

Adventure motorcycles are growing in popularity in India's two-wheeler market. Royal Enfield, Hero MotoCorp and Bajaj Auto are working on new models, five adventure bikes in all, ranging from a 750cc twin-cylinder motorcycle to an electric off-roader. They could give Indian riders a wider choice.

Royal Enfield's new Himalayan 750 will be the company's biggest adventure bike so far. Unveiled at EICMA 2026, it has a 743cc air and oil-cooled parallel-twin engine that produces 55 hp and 63 Nm of torque. It gets a 6-speed gearbox, five riding modes, cruise control, cornering ABS and traction control. It also has a 4-inch TFT display and a 19-inch front wheel.

Hero MotoCorp also showed the Xpulse 450 at EICMA 2026. It has a 421cc liquid-cooled single-cylinder engine producing 46.7 hp and 38 Nm of torque. Its highlights are a 6-speed gearbox, KYB USD front forks and 225mm of suspension travel. The 7-inch TFT screen offers Android Auto and Apple CarPlay connectivity. Deliveries of this bike abroad are likely to begin in 2027.

Bajaj Auto is preparing its first dedicated Dual Sport motorcycle. The bike, spotted during testing, has a high front mudguard, long suspension travel, a raised exhaust and an upright riding position. It is likely to get a powertrain based on the 250cc engine of the Pulsar N250. The bike may arrive first in Brazil and then in India.

Hero's Xpulse 150 has also been presented, with a 150cc engine producing 12.2 PS of power and 12.8 Nm of torque. The bike has a 5-speed gearbox and weighs 141.5 kg. Its 220mm ground clearance, 826mm seat height and 19-inch front wheel could make it useful for off-road riding. There is no information yet on its launch in India.

Royal Enfield is also building an electric Himalayan under its HIM-E project. Its first prototype was shown at EICMA 2023, after which the company changed its design and technology. The electric bike has also been tested in hilly terrain. The company's focus is on assessing battery placement, the chassis and off-road capability. Its entry is being talked about for 2027, but actual production could take longer.