The Unveiling of the Upcoming RE Himalayan 450 and Its Impressive Cruising Speed
Royal Enfield is embarking on a mission to diversify its product range by incorporating three primary powertrain options. While the 350cc and 650cc lineups have expanded significantly, the brand has yet to introduce products featuring its new 450cc engine. Recently, a test mule of the Himalayan 450 with panniers and other accessories was spotted cruising at speeds exceeding 140 km/h.
What Makes the RE Himalayan 450 a Bike with Incredible Cruising Speeds?
The highly anticipated Himalayan 450 ADV will be the first model to showcase Royal Enfield’s newly developed 450cc engine. This liquid-cooled powerhouse boasts a large radiator and a liquid-cooling jacket for efficient heat dissipation. It is also expected to feature a DOHC setup and a 4V head. The estimated output of this engine is around 40 bhp and 35 Nm.
The real-life implications of these figures are rather fascinating. In a recent video by Bunny Punia’s YouTube channel, a RE Himalayan 450 test mule equipped with two hard panniers and a top box was captured. While the accessories are sold separately, the focus of the video lies in the bike’s performance.
This test mule showcased remarkable cruising speeds. Bunny Punia recorded the test mule from a Nissan Magnite AMT traveling on a highway. As seen in the video below, the Magnite was reaching speeds of 140 km/h (indicated speed in the instrument cluster), yet the Himalayan 450 test mule effortlessly pulled away from the pursuing car.
Such high-speed cruising capabilities are a valuable addition to the Royal Enfield Himalayan 450, which is designed for adventure and touring. It will primarily compete against forthcoming models such as the KTM 390 Adventure and Triumph Scrambler 400X.
What Can Riders Expect in Terms of Performance?
Speedometers in vehicles tend to include some measurement errors. OEM-equipped speed sensors often display optimistic readings, resulting in higher indicated speeds. However, specialist timing gears are available to record accurate vehicle speeds based on GPS data, calculating velocity over a distance to provide precise indications. In my personal experience with a modern Hyundai vehicle, the indicated speed can be 10 km/h higher than the actual speed.
It is possible that the Nissan Magnite AMT in the video also has an enthusiastic speedometer. Considering a margin of error, the car may have been traveling approximately 10 km/h to 15 km/h slower than the indicated speed. Therefore, the RE Himalayan 450 could potentially reach speeds of 130 km/h with relative ease, even with the added air drag from the panniers and an upright rider.
The upcoming Himalayan 450 is rumored to feature a 6-speed gearbox and may include a slipper clutch and ride-by-wire throttle for optimal control, including cruise control functionality. Other notable features expected from the bike are wire-spoke wheels, long-travel suspension, dual-purpose tires, USD telescopic forks at the front, mono-shock suspension at the rear, a tall windscreen, and a fully digital circular instrument screen similar to the Scram 650 test mule. The bike is likely to be launched in early 2024.
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