Royal Enfield readies Himalayan 750, with a bigger engine and twin front discs expected
Prototypes of the adventure bike have been spotted testing, with an engine of about 750 cc expected; the company has not announced specifications, price or launch date.
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Royal Enfield is preparing a bigger motorcycle for adventure bike enthusiasts. The company's long-awaited Himalayan 750 is likely to be more powerful than the current Himalayan 450 and more useful for long-distance travel. Prototypes of the new model have surfaced. The motorcycles spotted in testing show significant changes to the engine, suspension and braking system. The bike could take its place in a segment above the Himalayan 450 now on sale.
On the engine, the Himalayan 750 is expected to get a larger engine of nearly 750 cc, based on Royal Enfield's current 648 cc parallel-twin engine architecture. According to preliminary estimates, the engine could produce 55 to 60 hp of power and 60 to 65 Nm of torque. A 6-speed gearbox and a slipper-assist clutch are likely to come with it. These figures are still only expectations; the company has not officially announced the final engine specifications. The bigger engine could make the bike useful for long highway rides and touring with luggage.
Major changes are also visible in the suspension and brakes. The test models carried upside-down front forks and a linkage-type rear monoshock from Showa. A remote preload adjuster for the rear suspension is also likely. If so, it could make it easier to adjust the suspension for the rider, a pillion or extra luggage. Two disc brakes are expected at the front. As the current Himalayan 450 has a single front disc, this could be an important change. The bike is likely to get a 19-inch front and 17-inch rear wheel setup.
Features needed for long journeys may also be included. The Himalayan 750 could get a large front fairing, a tall windscreen, a newly designed fuel tank and mounting points for luggage. A full-colour TFT instrument cluster, connected navigation, cruise control, ride-by-wire technology and riding modes are also expected. However, the final list of these features has not yet been announced.
On price, the likely ex-showroom price of the bike in India could be Rs 4 lakh to Rs 4.5 lakh. The Himalayan 750 is said to be likely to make its global debut at EICMA 2026, after which it could reach other markets including India. The official launch date has not been announced. The official price, launch date and features will become clear only once the company provides the details. Until then, the engine figures, features and price that have emerged are all expected and probable estimates.
