Royal Enfield is one of the most desired motorcycle brands in the country. The company has revamped its image from an India-centric company to a global leader in premium motorcycles in the last 5-6 years. The company has set an elaborate roadmap for next half a decade which will witness a number of new products joining the lineup in the future.
As expected, we saw multiple launches from Royal Enfield in 2024. Let us take a look at all the new motorcycles we got to see from the Chennai-based bike manufacturer this year.
1. Royal Enfield Shotgun 650
The year started with the launch of the Shotgun 650 which first broke cover at last year’s Motoverse. Based on the same framework as the Super Meteor 650, the Shotgun is a kind of bobber with a low stance and a slightly bulbous body work, although it isn’t as laid back as the former.
Priced between Rs 3.59 lakh and Rs 3.73 lakh (both ex-showroom), the Shotgun is the second most premium model in Enfield’s lineup after Super Meteor and it is a one of a kind motorcycle in the middleweight segment. Powering the Shotgun is the same 648cc, parallel-twin motor as the rest of the 650 range that bumps out 47 bhp and 52.3 Nm of peak torque. This engine is paired with a 6-speed gearbox via a slip and assist clutch.
2. Royal Enfield Guerrilla 450
A road-centric sibling of the Himalayan, the Guerilla 450 was launched in July this year. Available in three variants namely Analogue, Dash, and Flash. The roadster is priced between Rs 2.39 lakh and Rs 2.54 lakh (both ex-showroom). Powering the Guerrilla is the same 452cc liquid-cooled, single-cylinder engine as the Himalayan which pumps out 39.50 bhp at 8,000 rpm and a peak torque of 40 Nm at 5,500 rpm. This unit is paired with a 6-speed gearbox via a slip and assist clutch.
3. Royal Enfield Classic 350 facelift
Royal Enfield launched a facelifted version of the second-generation Classic 350 in August which involved multiple updates including full LED lighting, new colourways, and adjustable clutch and brake levers. Other key additions include new nomenclature for new variants including Heritage, Heritage Premium, Signals, Dark and Chrome. The entry-level models are equipped with a rear drum brake and single-channel ABS. The Classic 350 is now priced between Rs 1.99 lakh – 2.33 lakh (ex-showroom).
4. Royal Enfield Interceptor Bear 650
A more rugged version of the Interceptor, the Bear 650 is a road-biased scrambler based on the former with more suspension travel and knobby tyres which helps the bike indulge in some soft roading. Other prominent changes include a different subframe, wheels, and larger disc brakes.
The Bear is powered by the same engine— a 650cc oil-cooled parallel-twin unit that makes 47 bhp with the help of a 6-speed gearbox. However, a key difference here is that the Bear 650 makes more torque than the Interceptor at 56.5 Nm. This is achieved through a new two-into-one exhaust system. The Bear 650 is priced between Rs 3.39 lakh and 3.59 lakh (both ex-showroom).
5. Royal Enfield Goan Classic 350
The last model to be included in the Royal Enfield lineup is the Goan Classic 350, a bobber based on the Classic 350. The main difference between the two bikes are the ride ergonomics, as the former offers a much more laid back posture, courtesy of forward-set footpegs and ape-style handlebar. Another major difference are 19-inch front and 16-inch rear spoke wheels.
Powering the Goan Classic is the same 349cc single-cylinder, air/oil-cooled motor which kicks out 20 bhp and 27 Nm of peak torque. Royal Enfield Goan Classic is priced between Rs 2.35 lakh and Rs 2.38 lakh (both ex-showroom).
