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Kawasaki has taken the wraps off the 2027 Ninja H2, which comes after the recent speculations on the homologation filings and teaser images. The latest version retains the familiar silhouette of the supercharged flagship motorcycle but gets several mechanical and hardware updates underneath.
The biggest change is the engine, which has been revised to meet Euro 5+ emission standards. Kawasaki has also reworked several internal components, while the updated bike is claimed to offer stronger torque in the low- and mid-range. The Ninja H2 continues with its 998cc supercharged inline-four, but Kawasaki has redesigned the impeller and intake system, along with the pistons, cylinder head and crankshaft.
The exhaust system has been changed as well. The previous twin-exhaust setup has been replaced by a single-sided exhaust, similar to the configuration used on the Ninja H2 SX and Z H2.
Next, the motorcycle also gets new braking hardware. The previous Brembo Stylema front calipers have been replaced by Brembo Hypure four-piston calipers for even better braking performance.
Another notable update is the instrument cluster, which now combines an analogue tachometer with a TFT display. The setup appears similar to the unit used on the Ninja H2 SX and provides access to the motorcycle's electronic rider aids, including selectable power modes, traction control and cruise control.
The 2027 Kawasaki Ninja H2 has so far been announced for the UK, where it is priced at £28,600, equivalent to around Rs 36.90 lakh. The Ninja H2 was discontinued in India several years ago, and while there is no confirmation whether the 2027 model will make it to India, one can expect it to be launched towards the end of this year.
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Volkswagen has unveiled the fastest and most powerful iteration of its ID.3 electric hatchback, the GTI. Developing a peak 321 bhp and 545 Nm, the ID.3 GTI is the most powerful hatchback to wear the GTI badge and also the first electric car to do so. Additionally, unlike its ICE predecessors, the new electric GTI sends all its power to the rear wheels
Powertrain Details
The ID.3 GTI features a 79kWh lithium-ion battery pack that sends power to a rear-mounted electric motor. The hot hatch is claimed to offer a maximum range of up to 601km. The electric motor produces 321bhp and 545Nm of peak torque, allowing the electric hatch to hit 100 kph in a claimed 5.6 seconds. Top speed stands at 200kph.
On the charging front, the ID.3 GTI supports DC fast charging at up to 183kW and takes around 29 minutes to charge from 10 to 80 per cent.
Moreover, it gets a GTI button on the steering wheel that activates the GTI driving profile. This adjusts the electric motor’s power delivery, steering and DCC adaptive sports chassis for a more performance-focused experience. The GTI mode also activates Launch Control and adds a simulated combustion-engine sound inside the cabin.
Based on the ID.3 Neo, the GTI gets a sportier styling package including the iconic red design touches seen on prior internal combustion GTIs. The enclosed grille now features a thin red stripe spanning its width, along with GTI lettering, while the bumper lower down gets a slightly more squared-off look and a mesh pattern lower air intake with red accents.
Moving to the profile, the GTI sit on 20-inch Wörthersee alloy wheels while the mirror caps and side sills are finished in gloss black. Unlike the previous ID.3 GTX, the roof, spoiler and boot lid are finished in the body colour.
The GTI is available in five exterior colour options: Tornado Red, Moonstone Grey, Scale Silver, Grenadilla Black and Glacier White.
Aesthetically, the interior features an all-black finish with red accents and stitching present across various surfaces, including a stripe across the dashboard and a red 12 o’clock marking on the sports steering wheel. The seats feature a Superclark pattern inspired by the tartan-style seats of the original Golf GTI.
The dashboard design and layout, meanwhile, have not changed over the standard ID.3, with elements such as the digital instrument screen and 12.9-inch touchscreen retained, though now running GTI-specific graphics. Buyers also get an augmented reality head-up display as part of the GTI package.
The ID.3 GTI gets a V2L (vehicle-to-load) function through an optional PowerSocket Adapter. This allows it to power or charge external devices.
For automated driving, it gets the Travel Assist system and Park Assist Pro with a memory function. Travel Assist can also respond to traffic lights, automatically bringing the vehicle to a stop when a red signal is detected.
Volkswagen says the ID.3 GTI will go on sale in global markets in early 2027.
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Hyundai Indiahas released the first sketches of the new Hyundai Bayon, ahead of its debut and launch. The sketches reveal some key styling details of the upcoming SUV, including the fascia and cabin design.
On the outside, the sketches show only the front half of the car, where it shows a sculpted hood and Hyundai’s H-Edge lighting setup with high-set LED daytime running lamps similar to the new Venue. The main headlamps likely sit below, within angular housings in the bumper. The sketches also preview a rather edgy and chunky bumper design with a prominent skid plate element and notable creases.
As for the cabin, the upcoming Bayon looks to be following Hyundai contemporary design template with a large display spanning the driver side of the dashbaord and centre console. The display will house the central touchscreen and digital instrument cluster.
Additionally, the centre console looks to follow a minimalist theme with space for a wireless charger near its base. The steering wheel design looks to be in line with other newer Hyundais with paddle shifters also visible.
The Bayon is expected to be offered with a naturally aspirated petrol engine at launch, with manual and automatic transmission options likely to be available. It is also expected to come with a factory-fitted CNG kit, making it the largest Hyundai yet to be available in a CNG guise.
The Hyundai Bayon is expected to be positioned above the Venue, which is currently priced between Rs 8 lakh and Rs 15.83 lakh (ex-showroom).
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Volvo Cars has unveiled long-range plug-in hybrid powertrains for the Volvo XC60 and the XC90 in Europe and the US. The XC60 has a maximum electric range of up to 200km meanwhile the XC90 can go till 160km.
Volvo says the new long-range PHEVs use larger, floor-integrated batteries and more powerful electric motors than the existing plug-in hybrid models. The brand says the electric range is now more than 2.5 times higher than that of the current PHEV variants. PHEV powertrain will be offered alongside the mild-hybrid powertrains.
Powertrain Details
For the XC60, it is offered in two trims: the T6 AWD and T8 AWD. The long-range version is powered by a 2.0-litre, four-cylinder turbocharged engine paired with a 41.2kWh battery pack and a 130kW electric motor. The SUV produces a combined output of 454bhp and 669Nm of peak torque, offering an electric range of up to 200km and a combined range of up to 1,240km. Volvo claims a 0-100km/h time of 4.8 seconds in the most powerful spec. As for charging, the battery can be fully charged in four hours using a 16A charger.
The XC90 is available in a single PHEV trim alongside the mild-hybrid powertrain. It shares the same powertrain as the XC60 but offers 40km less electric range, at up to 160km, and a combined range of up to 1,100km. The power and torque figures remain the same as well.
Volvo XC60 Exterior Updates
The XC60 gets a redesigned grille, front bumper, bonnet, front wings and new wheels, apart from the PHEV powertrain option.
At the front, it features Thor's Hammer Matrix LED headlights, which have also been redesigned, while the tailgate, rear LED lamps and rear bumper feature revised styling emphasising horizontal lines.
Inside, the XC60 gets a redesigned dashboard and door panels, along with wood trim and ventilated Nappa leather upholstery. The SUV also features an 11.2-inch display running Volvo's latest infotainment interface.
The updated XC60 also gains additional active safety and driver assistance features. These include automatic emergency steering, automatic emergency braking, cyclist alerts, lane change assist and a 360-degree camera with a 3D view.
Another addition is Google's Gemini AI assistant, which allows occupants to interact with the vehicle using natural language for functions such as journey planning, finding stops and managing messages.
Volvo XC90 Updates
The XC90 continues with its seven-seat layout and retains its focus on safety, comfort and Scandinavian-inspired design. The SUV features premium materials, wood trim and natural-light-focused interior elements.
Additionally, it gets an optional Bowers & Wilkins premium sound system, while Google Gemini has been added to the XC90's technology package.
Both the XC60 and XC90 will receive over-the-air software updates. Volvo has opened order books for the new SUVs, including Black Edition variants, in selected markets, with production scheduled to begin later this autumn.
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In the first official communication about its newest model, Hyundai India has confirmed its upcoming SUV will bear the Bayon name. Named after the city of Bayonne in the French Basque country, the new SUV will reflect ‘Hyundai’s global design philosophy while marking the arrival of a new SUV created for an evolving India, with a sense of exhilaration and a new spirit of adventure’, according to Hyundai's press statement. It's worth noting the Bayon for India will be substantially different from its global namesake, which is effectively a crossover based on the i20 hatchback.
Compared to the global Bayon, the Bayon for India is far more upright and SUV-like, a series of spy shots have confirmed. The SUV will have a split-headlight setup like several present-day Hyundai SUVs, with slim LED DRLs situated above the main headlights. The partially covered bumper also reveals horizontal grille elements, front parking sensors and a radar module to enable advanced driver assistance systems (ADAS).
Recent spy pictures have also provide a reasonably clear glimpse of the Bayon's interior. The cabin follows the design seen on new Hyundai models, with a combination of white and grey tones. The steering wheel follows the same dual-tone treatment and is expected to feature the Hyundai 'H' logo in illuminated Morse code. Also seen is a dual-screen setup, combining a 12.3-inch digital instruments display and 12.3-inch infotainment touchscreen.
The Bayon is expected to be offered with a naturally aspirated petrol engine at launch, with manual and automatic transmission options likely to be on the table. The Bayon is also expected to come with a factory-fitted CNG kit, making it the biggest Hyundai yet to be available in CNG guise. It will be interesting to see if Hyundai also extends a turbocharged petrol option for the Bayon.
The Hyundai Bayon is expected to be positioned higher than the Venue, which is currently priced between Rs 8 lakh and Rs 15.83 lakh (ex-showroom).
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Royal Enfield has rolled out prices for the complete range of factory accessories for the Himalayan 440. The catalogue covers styling, protection and touring equipment, with prices starting at Rs 730 and going up to Rs 29,250. The Himalayan 440 was launched in India recently at an ex-showroom price of Rs 2.29 lakh. The Master Cylinder Guard is the most affordable accessory at Rs 730, while the Adventure Panniers sit at the other end of the list at Rs 29,250.
The Himalayan 440 gets several options for owners looking to personalise the motorcycle. The Tapered Mirrors cost Rs 4,650, while the Round Mirrors are priced at Rs 4,500. The motorcycle can also be equipped with black touring seats for the rider and passenger, priced at Rs 1,995 and Rs 1,351 respectively. A silver or black Oil Filler Cap is available for Rs 1,070.
Himalayan 440: Protective Accessories
The protection range includes the Master Cylinder Guard at Rs 730 and the Oil Cooler Guard at Rs 1,250. There are three engine guard options as well. The Compact Engine Guards cost Rs 1,450, the Large Engine Guards are priced at Rs 1,650, while the Adventure Engine Guards cost Rs 4,650. The Engine Guard Sliders are available for Rs 1,010.
Himalayan 440: Touring and Convenience Accessories
In typical ADV fashion, Royal Enfield is also offering an Adventure Top Box priced at Rs 22,750. The waterproof inner bag costs Rs 2,630, while the Top Box Rear Rack and Adventure Top Box Mount are priced at Rs 3,900 and Rs 2,420, respectively. The larger luggage option is the Adventure Panniers, which cost Rs 29,250. Their waterproof inner bags are priced at Rs 2,950, while the Pannier Rails cost Rs 3,750.
Himalayan 440: Fully Accessorised Price
If all accessories are added to the Himalayan 440, the total accessory bill comes to Rs 81,156. Adding that to the motorcycle's Rs 2.29 lakh ex-showroom price takes the fully accessorised Himalayan 440 to Rs 3.10 lakh.
Accessory
Price
Master Cylinder Guard – Silver/Black
Rs 730
Black Engine Guard Sliders
Rs 1,010
Oil Filler Cap – Silver/Black
Rs 1,070
Oil Cooler Guard – Silver/Black
Rs 1,250
Black Compact Engine Guards
Rs 1,450
Black Large Engine Guards
Rs 1,650
Black Touring Passenger Seat
Rs 1,351
Black Touring Rider Seat
Rs 1,995
Silver Adventure Top Box Mount
Rs 2,420
Top Box Waterproof Inner Bag
Rs 2,630
Adventure Waterproof Inner Bags – Black
Rs 2,950
Black Adventure Pannier Rails
Rs 3,750
Black Top Box Rear Rack
Rs 3,900
Round Mirrors – Black
Rs 4,500
Tapered Mirrors – Black
Rs 4,650
Black Adventure Engine Guards
Rs 4,650
Adventure Top Box – Black/Silver
Rs 22,750
Black/Silver Adventure Panniers
Rs 29,250
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Just days after launching the i5 LWB in India, BMW has launched the facelifted 7 Series and i7 in the country. Prices for the 7-duo start at Rs 1.95 crore (ex-showroom). Both the 7 Series and i7 will be locally assembled at BMW Group’s Chennai plant, making India only the second country after Germany to produce the i7. However, the i7 M70 xDrive arrives here as a CBU at Rs 2.65 crore. Order books for both models have been open since the start of August 2026.
The outgoing 7 Series was priced from Rs 1.85 crore. The updated luxury sedan commands a premium of Rs 10 lakh and will be offered in a single 740 petrol spec. Notably, the diesel has been dropped for the Indian market.
For starters, the facelifted seventh-generation flagship sedan gets minor changes to its exterior and a refreshed interior, among other changes, enough for the brand to call it its most comprehensive model update to date. The carmaker has also made changes to the powertrains, with the petrol 7 Series gaining more power, while the i7 gets a larger battery and more range.
BMW 7 Series Facelift: Updated Powertrain
The facelifted ICE 7 in India will only be offered with a petrol engine, although BMW has changed the nomenclature. The previous 740i is now labelled as the 740 while it retains its 3.0-litre, six-cylinder turbo-petrol engine. However, output is now rated at 400 bhp and 540 Nm, which is an increase of 15 bhp and 61 Nm over the outgoing model.
BMW i7 Facelift: Battery Pack and Details
The i7 has received a more significant powertrain update. The i7 eDrive50 gets a larger 112.4 kWh battery pack, replacing the 101.7 kWh unit in the outgoing car. It churns out 455 bhp and 660 Nm, while its claimed WLTP range has climbed to 728 km, which is an improvement of 125 km over the outgoing model. This variant is claimed to sprint from 0-100 kmph in 5.5 seconds before hitting a top speed of 210 kmph.
At the top of the range sits the i7 M70 xDrive, which continues with all-wheel drive and gets the same larger 112.4 kWh battery. It belts out a maximum 680 bhp on tap and up to 1,100 Nm (1,015 Nm standard) of torque with the boost function. This setup enables the performance derivative to accelerate from 0 to 100 kmph in a claimed 3.8 seconds before clocking 250 kmph top speed. The M70's WLTP range has also increased to 686 km.
Both i7 variants support DC fast charging at up to 250kW, juicing up the battery from 10 to 80 per cent in 28 minutes, which essentially translates to adding 235 km of range in 10 minutes (claimed). Both electric variants of the i7 are offered with a BMW Wallbox charger as standard.
BMW 7 Series, i7 Facelift: Exterior
The large kidney grille stays put, although its internal pattern now sports horizontal slats instead of the vertical treatment seen on the outgoing model. The split-headlamp setup has also been retained, but the lighting elements have been rearranged. Slim daytime running lights sit higher up, while the main headlamp units are positioned vertically in recessed sections of the bumper.
There is less to talk about along the sides. The flush-fitting illuminated door handles remain, while BMW has introduced new alloy wheel designs. The rear gets horizontally stretched lighting elements that stop short of forming a full-width light bar. This gives the front and rear lighting signatures a similar horizontal theme.
BMW is also expanding the choice of two-tone finishes, including an option with a matte lower section and metallic upper half separated by a hand-applied coach line.
The larger changes are inside, where BMW has introduced its Panoramic iDrive system along with the latest operating software. The dashboard now houses a 17.9-inch central touchscreen and a separate 14.6-inch display for the front passenger. The system brings navigation, media and voice functions together. Despite the additional screens, BMW hasn't stripped away the physical controls. The updated cabin continues to offer conventional controls for several functions.
The front seats continue to get electric adjustment, heating, ventilation, massage and lumbar support, while the armrests are also heated as standard. As expected, the front passenger seat can move fully forward, creating additional legroom for the passenger sitting behind it.
BMW 7 Series, i7 Facelift: Theatre Screen and Rear-Seat Features
The 31.3-inch BMW Theatre Screen remains one of the star features at the rear. The massive 8K display folds down from the roof and supports HDMI input, allowing passengers to connect to their own devices. A built-in camera also enables video conferencing. Complementing the screen is the Bowers & Wilkins surround sound system with Dolby Atmos.
As before, there are screens on the rear doors as well. These can be used to adjust the position and viewing angle of the BMW Theatre Screen, along with controlling other functions inside the cabin.
Electric scooter manufacturer BGauss has launched its new electric scooter, called the C12 MaxR at Rs 1.46 lakh. The C12 MaxR is based on the company’s WSA platform, which has been described as the brand's flexible vehicle architecture, engineered to support multiple motor, battery and wheel configurations. This platform uses high-tensile micro-alloy steel and the company claims it has been engineered for a life of up to 150,000 km.
The C12 MaxR is powered by a 3.8 kWh IP67-rated LFP battery with a claimed IDC-certified maximum range of 178 km on a single charge. Paired with the battery is a 4.2 kW motor that enables a top speed of 75 kmph.
The C12 MaxR also comes with Eco, Ride and Sport riding modes, along with a reverse mode, cruise control and regenerative braking. Along with this, the scooter’s Battery Management System incorporates 110 safety and protection features.
In terms of design, the scooter shares the same overall silhouette as its younger sibling, the BGauss C12i Max. The C12 MaxR though gets a redesigned headlight and a new colour scheme. It features an all-LED set-up with a rectangular headlight housing. Moving down, it retains the same indicator setup as the C12i Max.
The electric scooter rides on 12-inch alloy wheels with tubeless tyres, along with a 220 mm front disc brake and CBS. Suspension duties are handled by hydraulic telescopic front forks and a five-step adjustable Nitrox gas-emulsion rear suspension. The C12 MaxR has 160 mm of ground clearance and a standard payload capacity of 150 kg.
On the feature front, it packs a 5-inch TFT display with turn-by-turn navigation, call notifications, ride and charging statistics, user profiles, document storage and multiple display themes. Other functions include Distance-to-Empty, FallSense, side-stand and main-stand motor cut-off, service reminders, Remember My Mode and Guide My Home.
Through BGauss’ connected ecosystem, the scooter also offers features such as Parental Lock, SecureLock, selectable speed modes, profile settings, firmware updates, vehicle health checks, SOS and DigiLocker connectivity.
The scooter also gets decent under-seat storage space, along with a pop-out umbrella holder, a lockable compartment for documents and a wallet, mobile phone and bottle storage, wireless charging and dedicated space for a cleaning cloth.
The electric scooter is offered in a choice of different colour options - Sparkling Wine with Champagne Gold, Terra Green with Champagne Gold, Pearl White and Satin Black.
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Jawa-Yezdi Motorcycles has launched the new Jawa All Stars 42 with prices ranging from Rs. 1.85 lakh (Ex-showroom). Essentially an updated Jawa 42, the All Stars 42 comes with tweaked underpinnings, including new alloy wheels shod with thicker new tyres, new fenders, redesigned seat and is offered in new colours. Here’s a look at what all has changed in the new Jawa All Stars 42.
The updated Jawa 42 All Stars has design changes which give it a unique identity compared to the outgoing 42. Both the front and rear fenders are now shorter, and the side panel design is also new, with new graphics.
The seat has been redesigned and looks slimmer but gets new foam with thickness and firmness of the padding designed for long distance riding comfort. The grab rail has been neatly integrated around the tail section, under the seat.
The wheel sizes remain the same, but the design of the wheels is different. The twin exhausts are carried forward, but now feature an upswept design, compared to the straight exhausts of the earlier Jawa 42.
Jawa All Stars 42: Cycle Parts
The Jawa All Stars 42 is based on the same double cradle frame which the brand says has been strengthened, as well as the swingarm. The 35 mm telescopic forks have been retained as are the twin gas-charged rear shocks.
The All Stars 42 comes with 18-inch front and 17-inch rear wheel, but the tyre section has been widened, with a 100-section front tyre (up from 90-section) and a 150-section rear tyre (up from 120-section).
Braking hardware is standard dual-channel ABS, handled by a 280 mm front disc and a 240 mm rear disc.
Jawa All Stars 42: Engine
The Jawa All Stars 42 retains the same 294.7 cc, single-cylinder, liquid-cooled, DOHC engine which puts out 27.2 bhp at 7,950 rpm and 26.3 Nm of peak torque at 6,000 rpm. The six-speed gearbox has been retained.
Jawa All Stars 42: Colour Options & Prices
The Jawa All Stars 42 is offered in a total of five colour options, with the All Stars Ivory being the most affordable at Rs. 1.85 lakh, and the All Stars Black being the most expensive at Rs. 1.90 lakh (Ex-showroom).
The standard Jawa 42 in Black & Ivory is priced at Rs. 1.80 lakh (Ex-showroom).
Colour Option
Price (Ex-showroom)
All Stars Ivory
Rs. 1,84,942
All Stars Battle Green
Rs. 1,86,942
All Stars Nebula Blue
Rs. 1,86,942
All Stars Moss Grey
Rs. 1,86,942
All Stars Black
Rs. 1,89,942
Black & Ivory
Rs. 1,79,942
Jawa All Stars 42: Key Specifications
Engine Displacement
294.7 cc
Engine Type
Single-Cylinder, Liquid-Cooled, DOHC
Max Power
27.19 bhp @ 7,950 rpm
Peak Torque
26.3 Nm @ 6,000 rpm
Gearbox
Constant Mesh, 6-speed
Bore x Stroke
76 mm x 65 mm
Weight
175 kg
Fuel Tank Capacity
13.2 Litres
Seat Height
795 mm
Frame
Double Cradle
Front Suspension
35 mm telescopic forks
Rear Suspension
Twin Shock Absorbers; Gas-Filled with adjustable preload
Front Brake Disc Size
280 mm
Rear Brake Disc Size
240 mm
Front Tyre Size
100/90-18
Rear Tyre Size
150/70-17
Ground Clearance
173 mm
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Iconic Italian motorcycle brand MV Agusta has reportedly halted motorcycle production at its Varese factory, after failing to get a new strategic partner and fresh capital. According to one report, the Italian motorcycle brand was to receive heavy investment from China’s CFMoto, before a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) collapsed. The MoU was rerportedly signed in June 2026.
Under the MoU, which was signed by both parties, long-time KTM partner CFMoto was to have acquired 49 per cent stake in MV Agusta. But now, that MoU appears to have been terminated, bringing to an end of the possibility of a multi-million-euro restructuring plan for the Italian brand. With MV Agusta now in major financial difficulty, the reports of the brand pausing production only add to the uncertainty.
In July 2025, MV Agusta separated from KTM, with ownership returned to Art of Mobility, former owners of the brand. In March 2023, KTM AG had acquired majority stake in MV Agusta, but that partnership was short-lived with Europe’s largest motorcycle manufacturer, Pierer Mobility AG (with brands like KTM, Husqvarna and GasGas) itself filing for insolvency in December 2024. KTM’s stake in MV Agusta was then returned and bought back by Art of Mobility, headed by the Sardarov family.
With India’s Bajaj Auto now taking over KTM ownership, and the MoU between MV Agusta and China’s CFMoto having fallen through, this could be an opportunity for other global two-wheeler manufacturers with muscle and finances to start looking at acquiring MV Agusta. What the future of MV Agusta shapes up to be in the next few months will be interesting to watch.
Royal Enfield has brought back the Himalayan nameplate in a new avatar with the Himalayan 440. Based on the Scram 440 platform, the new motorcycle combines the newer 443cc engine and chassis with styling and hardware that are closer to the discontinued Himalayan 411. Here are the five key things you need to know.
1. Same 443cc Engine As The Scram 440
Powering the Himalayan 440 is the 443cc, air/oil-cooled single-cylinder engine from the Scram 440. It produces 25.4 bhp at 6,250 rpm and 34 Nm at 4,000 rpm, with a six-speed gearbox.
Compared to the Himalayan 411, the new motorcycle gets a modest increase in both power and torque, while the additional sixth gear should make highway riding more relaxed.
2. Bigger Brakes With Switchable Rear ABS
The Himalayan 440 gets a 300mm front disc and 240mm rear disc, with larger-piston calipers than the outgoing Himalayan 411. Royal Enfield says this setup is intended to offer improved braking feel and feedback.
Dual-channel ABS is standard, while the rear ABS can be switched off using a button on the left-hand switchgear. This should be useful when riding on loose surfaces and trails.
The Himalayan 440 moves away from the 411's distinctive multi-element instrument cluster. Instead, it gets a semi-digital console with an analogue speedometer and a digital display.
The display provides information such as fuel level, clock, trip and odometer readings, while a separate Tripper navigation module provides turn-by-turn directions. However, the new setup does without the tachometer and compass that were available on the Himalayan 411.
4. Strengthened Chassis And Sub-Frame
The motorcycle uses a strengthened version of the Himalayan platform, building on the frame updates introduced to the Himalayan in 2023.
Royal Enfield has also reinforced the sub-frame and used a different grade of steel to increase its load-carrying capability. The motorcycle can support up to 10 kg in the top box, making it better suited to touring with luggage.
5. Priced At Rs 2.29 Lakh
The Royal Enfield Himalayan 440 is priced at Rs 2.29 lakh (ex-showroom) and is available in three colour options: Mustang Brown, Sela Black and Nelong White.
The new Himalayan 440 effectively sits between the Scram 440 and the Himalayan 450 in Royal Enfield's adventure lineup, offering a simpler and more accessible alternative to the larger Himalayan 450.
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