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Can the Flying Flea's design be too radical for traditional Royal Enfield fans?

by @ashutosh.kumarover 1 year ago0 views7 answers
Royal Enfield has kept a reputation of making classic, retro styled bikes that appealed to enthusiasts who love the looks and feel of the bike being vintage. But the new Flying Flea is a completely different proposition, with its futuristic, minimalist design. As always, the debate rages between REs about just how far removed this is from RE's usual aesthetic. It’s either a bold move that proves RE’s ability to innovate or it strays too far from our heritage, some say. The original WWII Flying Flea inspired the design, which has a unique frame, unconventional suspension, and a stripped down look that no other RE in the lineup has. At a time like this, when they turn everything upside down, the question is that do they risk alienating their core fanbase to get to younger markets or to new markets, and do they do so by risking diluting the brand rather severely in some ways?
Royal Enfield Flying Flea 350
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Comments (7)

@pramod-kumover 1 year ago
The performance and reliability are the things I’m more concerned about, not the design.
@divya-guptover 1 year ago
It is perfect for a second bike. Use this for commuting and keep your Classic 350 for weekend rides.
@naresh-kumover 1 year ago
I'm torn. I do like the history behind it but I am not sure I would actually want to ride it.
@love-goyalover 1 year ago
In order for RE to survive, it has to innovate. It’s a polarizing design, but it will attract new riders.
@saurabh-kaover 1 year ago
It's growing on me. I hated it at first, but the more I look at it, the cooler it gets.
@gazal-singover 1 year ago
No way, it's too much. I want my RE to be a classic bike and not a futuristic concept.
@pallavi-saover 1 year ago
RE taking risks is pretty awesome, I think. The Flying Flea is sick and I can tell they're not stuck in the past.
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