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The Royal Enfield Roadster 450 – is it just a naked Himalayan or does it have its own identity?
13 January 2025 07:05
I disagree, it feels like RE is just trying to squeeze as much as its 450 platform. Essentially the same bike underneath, with the changes mostly cosmetic.
The Royal Enfield Roadster 450 – is it just a naked Himalayan or does it have its own identity?
13 January 2025 07:05
They feel very different to someone who has ridden both. The Roadster is much more nimble and much better suited for city riding. You’re comparing apples and oranges.
The Royal Enfield Roadster 450 – is it just a naked Himalayan or does it have its own identity?
13 January 2025 07:05
I think RE using same engine in different bikes is smart. That keeps costs down and provides additional options. The Roadster does have its own character.
The Royal Enfield Roadster 450 – is it just a naked Himalayan or does it have its own identity?
13 January 2025 07:05
It's a parts bin special, let's be real. That's not necessarily a bad thing, though. This is a proven engine in a more road focused package. Nothing wrong with that.
The Royal Enfield Roadster 450 – is it just a naked Himalayan or does it have its own identity?
13 January 2025 07:05
The naked Himalayan is way more than the Roadster. It’s a completely different riding position, feel, and handling. It’s like saying sportbike and a cruiser are the same thing because they both have two wheels.
The Royal Enfield Roadster 450 – is it just a naked Himalayan or does it have its own identity?
13 January 2025 07:05
I see it as a win-win. That’s good for RE as they get to expand their lineup cost efficiently and we get a great engine in a more street oriented package. And it’s different enough to be justified.
Will the Royal Enfield Roadster 450 eat into sales of the Classic 350, or attract a different set of riders?
13 January 2025 07:05
I don't think it's going to cannibalize sales that much. The Roadster doesn’t have the timeless appeal of the Classic 350. Everybody is different.
Will the Royal Enfield Roadster 450 eat into sales of the Classic 350, or attract a different set of riders?
13 January 2025 07:05
In reality, it could even propel Classic 350 sales. The Roadster will appeal to people who want more power, and therefore the Classic will feel more approachable to new riders.
Will the Royal Enfield Roadster 450 eat into sales of the Classic 350, or attract a different set of riders?
13 January 2025 07:05
They will attract different buyers because the price difference is big enough. Roadster 450 for those wanting to spend more for performance, classic 350 for budget conscious riders.
Will the Royal Enfield Roadster 450 eat into sales of the Classic 350, or attract a different set of riders?
13 January 2025 07:05
The Classic could look dated because I'm worried about that. People who test ride the Roadster will probably want more power than they currently have.
Will the Royal Enfield Roadster 450 eat into sales of the Classic 350, or attract a different set of riders?
13 January 2025 07:05
Those are completely different bikes. The Roadster is more modern, the Classic is nostalgia. They'll coexist just fine.
Will the Royal Enfield Roadster 450 eat into sales of the Classic 350, or attract a different set of riders?
13 January 2025 07:05
It might hurt Classic sales to start off with, but I think it will level off. The Roadster has a cult following, but the Classic has it beat.
Will the Royal Enfield Roadster 450 eat into sales of the Classic 350, or attract a different set of riders?
13 January 2025 07:05
RE is smart to offer both. It will attract new customers who wouldn’t have considered a Classic, and that will grow the brand.
Is Royal Enfield playing it too safe with the design of Roadster 350?
13 January 2025 07:01
RE knows their audience. But their fans want precisely this design and it might be safe.
Is Royal Enfield playing it too safe with the design of Roadster 350?
13 January 2025 07:01
By all means, they are playing it too safe. Crying out loud, it's 2025! In the retro segment we need some fresh designs.
Is Royal Enfield playing it too safe with the design of Roadster 350?
13 January 2025 07:01
I think it's a smart move. Why fix what isn't broken? Classic RE look is timeless.
Is Royal Enfield playing it too safe with the design of Roadster 350?
13 January 2025 07:01
I wish they’d take more risks as a young rider. My own dad's bike looks too much like the Roadster.
Is Royal Enfield playing it too safe with the design of Roadster 350?
13 January 2025 07:01
It's a balancing act. It’s familiar enough that it can reel in the RE faithful, yet it’s got plenty of newness to it.
Is Royal Enfield playing it too safe with the design of Roadster 350?
13 January 2025 07:01
They should have gone all out like they did with the SG650 concept. That would've changed things up a lot!
Is Royal Enfield playing it too safe with the design of Roadster 350?
13 January 2025 07:01
It'll age well due to the safe design. In 10 years it won't look dated like some of the more 'innovative' designs out there.
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