Royal Enfield Himalayan 750 Spotted Testing

- Inches closer to being production-ready

- Gets a 750cc, parallel-twin engine

- Gets new chassis and high-mounted exhaust

The Royal Enfield Himalayan 750 has been spotted testing again, this time somewhere in Europe. The test mule seen here reveals some more interesting details about the motorcycle as it inches closer to being production-ready.

For starters, the design of the bike looks quite purposeful and skewed towards the adventure touring side. The bike seems to be positioned as a tourer with mild off-road abilities. This makes sense considering the fact that the Himalayan 750 will be large and heavy which isn’t what you want to deal with riding off-road. The ergonomics also suggest the road-touring focus of the bike with its upright riding position.

Under the bodywork, there is a new frame and subframe that’s suspended by a USD fork and monoshock. By the looks of it, both the front and rear suspension looks to be adjustable. The bike seen here appears to be riding on 19-inch front and 17-inch rear wire-spoke wheels. Royal Enfield is likely to offer tubeless wire-spoke wheels with the production bike.

Coming to the heart of the matter, the bike is said to be powered by a 750cc, parallel-twin engine that should make upwards of 50bhp and 60Nm. This engine will be paired with a six-speed gearbox.

Lastly, the bike should be pretty well equipped. Expect to see all-LED lights, TFT display with Bluetooth connectivity, and navigation. Royal Enfield may also add cruise control to the features, in keeping with the touring application of the motorcycle.

Royal Enfield is expected to unveil the Himalayan 750 sometime later this year.

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