KEY HIGHLIGHTS
- Royal Enfield Guerrilla 450 launching in India on July 17, 2024.
- Urban-focused model, second 450cc offering after Himalayan 450.
- Part of upcoming lineup with Scrambler, Power Cruiser, Cafe Racer.
- Expected to feature 450cc liquid-cooled engine, retuned for performance.
Royal Enfield's upcoming urban motorcycle, the Guerrilla will be launched in India on July 17, 2024. The brand has already revealed the upcoming motorcycle multiple times. The manufacturer has also released a series of teasers for the upcoming motorcycle. The Guerilla 450, codenamed as K1F is the second 450cc offering of the Royal Enfield after the Himalayan 450.
The upcoming Guerrilla 450 sits below the Himalayan 450 which is currently the most affordable 450cc offering of the brand. Once launched, the Guerrilla 450 will become the most affordable 450cc offering of the Royal Enfield in the brand 450cc lineup. Find out more details below and join our 91Wheels WhatsApp Group to stay updated on the latest automotive news.
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What's More in the Pipeline?
The company has already made clear that it will launch four more 450cc motorcycles in India in the upcoming years. These offerings will include the Scrambler 450 (codenamed K1K), Power Cruiser 450 (K1D) and Cafe Racer 450 (K1E). In addition to this, the manufacturer will also launch another variant of the Himalayan, the K1X Himalayan Raid. Among all these offerings, the Royal Enfield Guerrilla will be the most affordable motorcycle in the lineup. Due to its urban-centric appeal, the Guerrilla 450 is expected to register the highest number of sales in the lineup.
Except for the Guerrilla 450, all other upcoming offerings of the brand will be specialised machines. All other motorcycles will be on offer with an expensive price tag. The Royal Enfield also expects the highest sales numbers from the Guerrilla 450.
Royal Enfield Guerrilla 450 Engine and Hardware
As far as the power is concerned, the Royal Enfield Guerrilla 450 will expectedly source its power from the single-cylinder, liquid-cooled 450cc engine. This powerhouse will generate a maximum power of 40 bhp and a peak torque of 45 Nm. However, we can expect this engine to be re-tuned for the Guerrilla 450.
In terms of hardware, the Guerrilla 450 is expected to get USD front forks. The braking duties will be handled by single discs positioned at both ends with dual-channel ABS. In addition to this, the motorcycle will come with 17-inch alloy wheels, wrapped up by tubeless tyres.
Royal Enfield Guerrilla 450 Expected Price
The manufacturer hasn't spoken even a word regarding the price of the upcoming motorcycle. However, we expect the Guerrilla 450 to hit Indian roads with a price tag of Rs. 2.3 lakh (ex-showroom).
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Verdict
Royal Enfield's upcoming Guerrilla 450 aims to carve a niche in the urban motorcycle segment with affordability and performance. Positioned below the Himalayan 450, it promises to attract a broad audience with its anticipated competitive pricing and robust features. Enthusiasts eagerly await its launch to see how it performs in the market.
