Upcoming Bike in Nepal: Royal Enfield Himalayan 450; Check Expected Price and Features

Royal Enfield will introduce the all-new Himalayan 450 in the Nepalese market during the upcoming NADA Auto Show 2024. Expected to be priced between Rs 10 Lakh - Rs 11 Lakh, the Himalayan 450 will be assembled at the company's facility in Simara, Bara.

The Himalayan represents a significant advancement for the Chennai-based motorcycle manufacturer, featuring extensive updates in design, mechanics, hardware, technology, and more. In the Indian market, the Himalayan 450 is available in three variants: Base, Pass, and Summit.

At the heart of the matter is Royal Enfield's first-ever liquid-cooled engine, named the 'Sherpa 450.' With a displacement of 452cc, this single-cylinder powerplant delivers 40PS at 8,000rpm and 40Nm at 5,500rpm, including 33Nm of torque accessible from the 2,500rpm mark.

This engine incorporates a four-valve head, DOHC setup, and pairs with a 6-speed gearbox equipped with a slip and assist clutch. Despite the integration of new technologies and liquid cooling, the engine sheds approximately 10 kg compared to the older LS 411 motor.

The new Himalayan adopts an entirely redesigned steel twin-spar frame, utilizing the engine as a stressed member, and features a twin-sided swingarm. Its suspension, sourced from Showa, consists of a 43mm upside-down fork and a mono-shock, both providing 200mm of wheel travel. The braking system relies on a 320mm front disc with a double-piston caliper and a 270mm rear disc with a single-piston caliper, equipped with switchable dual-channel ABS.Designed exclusively for this model, the Himalayan 450 comes with all-new tires mounted on wire-spoked wheels, featuring a 90/90 R21 front and a 140/80 R17 rear setup. It boasts a ground clearance of 230mm, a kerb weight of 196kg, and a 17-liter fuel tank. The bike offers a standard seat height of 825mm, extendable to 845mm, with a low seat option reducing it to 805mm.Features include a newly designed circular 4-inch TFT instrument console integrated with full-fledged Google Maps, music control, and Bluetooth connectivity.  Additionally, the new Himalayan introduces LED lighting, a C-type USB charging port, ride-by-wire, and two riding modes: Eco and Performance.Royal Enfield also offers a diverse range of accessories categorized as Adventure and Rally, specifically tailored for the new Himalayan.