The Royal Enfield Himalayan 750 has officially entered beast mode. The bike was recently spotted testing in the extreme high-altitude regions of Leh and Khardung-La, one of the world’s highest motorable passes. These are not your average tea-break test spots — this is Royal Enfield showing off its big bet in brutal conditions.
So, what’s the big deal?
For years, the original Himalayan has been a go-to for adventure riders in India — simple, rugged, and affordable. But let’s face it, it lacked power when loaded with luggage or carrying a pillion on those steep mountain roads. That’s where the Himalayan 750 comes in.
It’s expected to pack a 750cc twin-cylinder engine making over 50 bhp and 60 Nm of torque — a massive jump that puts it in the league with international mid-weight ADVs from Kawasaki, Suzuki, and even KTM.
Royal Enfield has officially released images of the upcoming Himalayan 750 and the Himalayan Electric. Both ADVs are being tested in the rugged terrain of Ladakh. This indicates that testing for the upcoming models is in full swing.
Royal Enfield Himalayan 750
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First Look: Design and Features
From the test mules seen in Leh, here’s what we know so far:
- Tall fairing and round headlamp give it that classic ADV stance.
- Split seat for better comfort on long rides.
- High-mounted exhaust — ready to wade through streams.
- Tail lamp merged with indicators, just like the Himalayan 450.
On the hardware front:
- USD forks at the front and monoshock at the rear.
- Wire-spoke wheels, probably 19″ front and 17″ rear.
- Dual front disc brakes — a first for any Royal Enfield.
- Switchable dual-channel ABS, traction control, riding modes, and a TFT display.
This isn’t just a Himalayan with a bigger engine. It’s a whole new attitude.
Engine and Performance: Bigger, Bolder
The new engine is air-and-oil cooled and paired with a 6-speed gearbox. This setup is expected to handle both daily commuting and high-altitude touring with ease. Testing at Khardung-La isn’t just PR fluff — thin air up there pushes engines to their limit. If the 750 can breathe there, it can breathe anywhere.
You don’t see company bosses riding test bikes unless they’re confident. That’s exactly what Royal Enfield’s leadership has been doing. It’s a flex — and we see it.
For the average rider dreaming of a Ladakh trip or a ride through Spiti, the Himalayan 750 is a legit upgrade without jumping to sky-high price tags. It’s that sweet middle ground — power, purpose, and hopefully, the signature RE pricing.
Royal Enfield is not just playing catch-up. With the Himalayan 750, it’s playing to win. This could be the Indian ADV that finally goes toe-to-toe with the international big boys — on our terms, in our terrain.
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