The Revving Horizon: Upcoming Motorcycles in India
India’s automobile market has always showcased an impressive palette of robust motorcycles. With a thriving audience for these two-wheelers, several brands have successfully presented motorcycles that have not only caught the public’s attention but have also become their preferred choices. Now, with the year nearing its end, some exciting additions are on the horizon, ready to make waves in the Indian market.
Royal Enfield Himalayan 450: Scheduled to launch on November 7th but now anticipated to be unveiled by the end of October, the Himalayan 450 promises to be a treat for enthusiasts. Powered by a 452 cc liquid-cooled DOHC engine, this bike can generate 40 BHP and a torque of 40-45 NM. Paired with a 6-speed transmission, the motorcycle also boasts features like LED lighting, USD front forks, an all-digital instrument cluster, rear monoshock suspension, and split seats.
Royal Enfield’s Scrambler 650: Royal Enfield is not just stopping with the Himalayan 450. They are also gearing up to introduce a range of powerful bikes, including the 650 cc variants. Among them, the market can expect models like the Shortgun 650, Bullet 650, Himalayan 650, Classic 650, and the Scrambler 650.
Aprilia RS 457: A favorite among Bollywood celebrities, Aprilia is readying its new powerhouse, the RS 457. Expected to launch in October, this motorcycle will be powered by an engine that can generate up to 48 PS. It flaunts a sleek look, complemented by features like a TFT screen, traction control, and three-level USD front forks. The expected price tag hovers around 4.5 lakhs INR (ex-showroom).
Yamaha R3 and MT-03: Yamaha, a renowned name in the biking world, is set to launch the R3 and MT-03 in December. These motorcycles are powered by a 321 cc twin-cylinder liquid-cooled engine, capable of generating around 40 BHP and a peak torque of 29.4 NM. These bikes will be equipped with a 6-speed gearbox, all-LED lighting, upside-down front forks, monoshock rear suspension, dual-channel ABS, and an all-digital instrument console.
In a nutshell, the upcoming months will see a galore of options for motorcycle enthusiasts in India, each bringing its unique flair and performance to the roads.
Summery:
– Several powerful bikes are expected to be launched in the Indian market by the end of the year, including the Royal Enfield Himalayan 450, Yamaha R3 and MT-03, and Aprilia RS 457.
– The Royal Enfield Himalayan 450 features a 452cc single-cylinder liquid-cooled engine, generating 40 bhp of power and 40-45 Nm of torque. It comes with LED lighting, USD front forks, a new digital instrument cluster, and other features.
– Royal Enfield is also preparing to launch several bikes with a 650cc engine, including the Shortgun 650, Bullet 650, Himalayan 650, Classic 650, and Scrambler 650.
– Aprilia is planning to launch its new bike, the Aprilia RS 457, which is expected to generate up to 48 bhp of power. It will feature TFT screen, traction control, and three-level USD front forks.
– Yamaha is planning to launch the R3 and MT-03 bikes in December. Both bikes will feature a 321cc twin-cylinder liquid-cooled engine, generating 40 bhp of power and 29.4 Nm of torque. They will come with LED lighting, upside-down front forks, mono-shock rear suspension, dual-channel ABS, and digital instrument console.
