Royal Enfield Electric Motorcycle Will Debut Next Year

Himayan Electric Concept at the 2023 EICMA exhibition. (Doc. EICMA)

JAKARTA - Royal Enfield, a legendary motorcycle manufacturer from Chennai, India, is preparing to launch its newest electric motor next year. The bike is rumored to be adopting a design from theHalayan 450, one of its flagship models.

Launching from BikeWale, Thursday, August 15, the concept of an electric motorbike was leaked to the public and will come with fast charging technology, in contrast to other brands that rely on the exchange battery system.

The latest patent image circulating shows Royal Enfield's signature retro design with a modern touch. This motorcycle concept sketch, named ElectriK01, features iconic round headlights and large batteries that are well-opened and well-integrated in the framework. This design is in good agreement with the identity of Royal Enfield, which is known for its classical appearance but remains relevant in the modern era.

The patent chassis displayed has a unique design, in which the motor frame looks "confined" batteries embedded in the middle of the body, giving a strong and solid impression. The scheme also shows a one-seat configuration with an open rear speed, as well as a rear light flanked by the sein indicator, adding to the strong retro impression.

However, details regarding the performance of motorcycles, battery capacities, and travel distances have yet to be disclosed. However, enthusiasm for this electric motor is increasing, especially after Royal Enfield introduced the Himalayan Electric Concept at the EICMA 2023 exhibition, one of the largest two-wheeled vehicle exhibitions in the world.

The Himalayan Electric concept carries an adventure motor style with a slimmer design than the previous model, the Himalayan 452. The motor is equipped with LED circular headlights, large windshields, and tanks that flow smoothly into the single seat. The electric driving system is packaged compactly, equipped with a thick inverse fork on the front, as well as adjustable rear shocks, providing optimal performance in various terrains.

Royal Enfield also revealed that the Himalayan Electric has gone through a series of testing in wind tunnels over the past few years, which demonstrates the manufacturer's commitment to presenting electric motors that are not only stylized but also performing high performance.