KEY HIGHLIGHTS
- Royal Enfield Electric motorcycle will make its debut at EICMA.
- Hero is planning to launch four bikes, three of which are ICE models and one is an EV from Vida.
- The Aprilia RS 457 is finally getting its naked version.
- The EICMA event dates are from 7th to 10th November.
The annual Milan Motorcycle Show, EICMA, will start on 7th November and will bring a flood of new motorcycles, with Royal Enfield and Hero MotoCorp also prepping up to unveil their latest bikes. Apart from this major event, several other bikes are launching this month, making it fair to say that November will be a motorcycle launch month. Here, I am going to list all the bikes that will soon be available for purchase. Before scrolling down, be sure to join the 91Wheels Whatsapp Channel to never miss out on automotive updates.
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Royal Enfield Bikes
For Indian customers, the festival season continues as Royal Enfield is set to unveil two motorcycles, one of which is the company's first electric motorcycle. According to leaked patent images and spy shots, it appears to be a reincarnated version of the Royal Enfield Flying Flea, a bike developed during World War II for the Royal British Army.
As of now, there is no official information regarding its battery pack and range, but its performance will be equivalent to that of a 350cc engine.
The next one is the Interceptor Bear 650, which is a different iteration of the Interceptor 650 featuring a few mechanical changes, new features, and a striking new design. Some of its standout highlights include scrambler-style bench seats, large round headlights, a two-in-one exhaust, off-road tires, and a four-inch TFT display.
Talking about mechanical changes, the 650cc engine has been tuned to produce more torque than the Interceptor 650 and is mated to a six-speed gearbox, delivering 47 bhp and 56.5 Nm of torque, while the Interceptor 650 makes 52 Nm of torque.
Hero Motorcorp
An all-new Xpluse, a new variant of the Maverick 440, and most likely a new Karizma XMR are on the horizon. The last one is suspected to be a new EV from Vida. Additionally, rumors suggest that there will be a new 250cc naked bike based on the Xtunt prototype.
This is huge for Hero and for all the fans who want to buy these special bikes. Speaking of the Xpluse, Hero teased it a while ago, and according to several reports, it will feature an all-new 250cc engine, along with several other cosmetic updates.
KTM 390 Adventure
Mark your calendars: the KTM 390 Adventure is launching on 14th November, making its global debut at EICMA 2024. It will feature an all-new design, more aggressive than ever, and will be available in two variants: Adventure R and Adventure X.
The engine is the same LC4, producing 46 PS and 39 Nm of torque; however, KTM might make some adjustments to it. Upon launch, it is set to compete with the RE Himalayan 450 and BMW G 310 GS.
Aprillia Tuono 457
The street-naked version of the Aprilia RS 457 is simply the best sports bike you can buy for under Rs 5 lakh. If youve ever wanted its naked version, now is your chance. This bike will also debut at EICMA, and Aprilia recently uploaded a teaser video that gave us glimpses of the bike, which definitely raises our expectations. In the teaser, the inverted C LED DRLs appear daunting, and it shows a 5-inch TFT display.
Brixton Motorcycles
This Austrian two-wheeler brand is planning to enter the market in early 2024 and will finally set foot on Indian soil in November. Brixton is a high-end premium motorcycle maker coming out with the Cromwell 1200, Cromwell 1200 X, Crossfire 500X, and Crossfire 500XC.
The Crossfire is a neo-retro roadster bike, while the Cromwell is a modern classic. Given the high demand for these motorcycles in the recent past, there is a strong possibility that Brixton will achieve its sales target in India. They also commenced the booking process in India a few days ago.
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Verdict
By now, you must understand the significance of the EICMA Milan Motorcycle Show and why it is considered a hub for motorcycle enthusiasts. Among the most anticipated bikes from this launch are the Hero Xpluse 250 and the KTM 390 Adventure, as their popularity continues to grow in India. We will await their launch to provide further insights into these noteworthy models.
