Royal Enfield's Electric Himalayan Spotted Testing in Ladakh
Royal Enfield Expands Electric Lineup
Recently, Royal Enfield has unveiled ambitious plans to broaden its motorcycle lineup, venturing into new territories with several upcoming models. While the Flying Flea was already confirmed for release next year, new information has emerged about the Himalayan being tested in the rugged terrains of Ladakh. This suggests that an electric variant of the Himalayan off-roader could soon hit the market.
The electric motorcycle was first introduced at the 2023 EICMA show held in Milan, Italy. Alongside the Him-E, the Flying Flea series of motorcycles was also showcased. Recent sightings indicate that the Himalayan Electric was spotted in a production-ready form during testing in Ladakh.
Features of the Himalayan Electric
The Himalayan has long been a staple in India's adventure touring motorcycle segment, and now it has been seen in an electric version. Images circulating online reveal a new seat design that extends to the fuel tank, with battery units positioned where the internal combustion engine typically resides.
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Notable features include a large tank likely serving as an air duct for the battery system. Royal Enfield appears committed to crafting a remarkable adventure motorcycle, evident from the inclusion of an Öhlins monoshock at the rear and robust Nissin petal discs on both wheels.
Given that lithium-ion batteries can struggle in extreme cold, the testing phase may have been designed to assess how battery performance is affected by low temperatures.
Design and Specifications
The main frame and subframe of the motorcycle seem to be custom aluminum structures, differing from the typical trellis frames found in sports bikes. The brake fluid reservoirs for both brakes are conveniently located on the handlebars. Additionally, the ECU master display has been positioned prominently on the dashboard, enhancing its rally-inspired design.
As of now, Royal Enfield has not provided any official information regarding the launch date for the electric Himalayan.