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Royal Enfield Himalayan Fi Launched in US for $4,499
Himalayan Fi Launched in US: Royal Enfield Himalayan was recently launched in the US for $4,499 (INR 2.90 lakh approx.) Brought into the country as a CBU, the price rise in the motorcycle was just 50% of the original Indian price. The present manufacturing plant of Himalayan is situated in Chennai, ...
Himalayan Fi Launched in US: Royal Enfield Himalayan was recently launched in the US for $4,499 (INR 2.90 lakh approx.) Brought into the country as a CBU, the price rise in the motorcycle was just 50% of the original Indian price. The present manufacturing plant of Himalayan is situated in Chennai, India.
The low price tag for US market makes Royal Enfield Himalayan the most affordable adventure built motorcycle of America. Rivals like Versys-X 300 and Honda CRF250L Rally are priced much higher at $5,399 and $5,899 respectively. This translates to INR 3.50 lakh and INR 3.80 lakh respectively.
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Himalayan is a true adventure tourer, built exclusively for every kind of surface a human could imagine while riding. It is powered by a 411 cc, oil cooled and fuel injected engine producing 24.5 BHP at 6500 rpm and 32 Nm at 4250 rpm. The engine comes mated to a 5-speed gearbox.
The power values may feel puny in front of proper liter class tourers but when compared to its competition, Himalayan has the most healthy torque figure at earliest possible rpm. It weighs too much at 191 kg but when it comes to stability, the same high weight comes into action.
It can cruise all day at US national average speed (112-120 kmph) and thus, proves equally effective at both highway as well as no road conditions. Himalayan comes with 220 mm of ground clearance, proving its worth among selected motorcycles that can crawl rocks without scrapping their belly.
Front and rear wheel travel is also class leading while riders can achieve a top speed of 145 kmph on straight roads with much ease. Himalayan is a game changer for adventure lovers as before its arrival, buyers had no other option than Kawasaki Versys 650 or Benelli 600GT.
Royal Enfield Himalayan Fi Launched in US for $4,499[/caption]
Himalayan is a true adventure tourer, built exclusively for every kind of surface a human could imagine while riding. It is powered by a 411 cc, oil cooled and fuel injected engine producing 24.5 BHP at 6500 rpm and 32 Nm at 4250 rpm. The engine comes mated to a 5-speed gearbox.
The power values may feel puny in front of proper liter class tourers but when compared to its competition, Himalayan has the most healthy torque figure at earliest possible rpm. It weighs too much at 191 kg but when it comes to stability, the same high weight comes into action.
It can cruise all day at US national average speed (112-120 kmph) and thus, proves equally effective at both highway as well as no road conditions. Himalayan comes with 220 mm of ground clearance, proving its worth among selected motorcycles that can crawl rocks without scrapping their belly.
Front and rear wheel travel is also class leading while riders can achieve a top speed of 145 kmph on straight roads with much ease. Himalayan is a game changer for adventure lovers as before its arrival, buyers had no other option than Kawasaki Versys 650 or Benelli 600GT.
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Immanuel Raja is an Automotive Writer with 8 years of experience covering the Indian automotive landscape. He specializes in Electric Vehicles and Hybrid Technology, with particular expertise in battery systems, charging infrastructure, and the integration of alternative powertrains in Indian road conditions. Raja has extensively tested over 200 vehicles across various segments, from entry-level EVs to premium hybrids, developing nuanced insights into their performance on India's diverse and challenging roads. His analysis encompasses both technical specifications and practical ownership considerations that matter to Indian consumers, including charging accessibility, maintenance costs, and performance in extreme weather conditions. With a finger on the pulse of India's evolving automotive preferences, Raja delivers clear, factual assessments that help readers navigate the transition to electrified mobility in the context of India's unique market dynamics.
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