Re: Royal Enfield 750cc Parallel Twin [Spied]

It looks like Power Cruiser/ Cafe racer.. Recent leak pics where RE 750 out runs KTM 390 over 156 kmph. Found this in you tube



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Re: Royal Enfield 750cc Parallel Twin [Spied]

Nice job of outrunning a Duke 390 with a pillion! 😉

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Re: Royal Enfield 750cc Parallel Twin [Spied]

750cc against a 390cc. Bravo! And that too 156 kmph! Not impressive!!

Re: Royal Enfield 750cc Parallel Twin [Spied]

This could actually be good news if the rider is not being jarred to the core while at those speeds. IMO the RE riders don't really crave a race machine to outrun the dukes, but something that lets you enjoy the open highways a bit more. That is the reason I am moving away from RE though the love always remains. But if the twin can offer comfortable cruising speeds north of 100kmph then it could be a very attractive option, reliability and maintenance aside.

Re: Royal Enfield 750cc Parallel Twin [Spied]

It's actually impressive that the Enfield did it without any parts falling off on the road.

There is a reason 10000-30000 people buy the Bullet every month. It's not speed. It's style. If the 750 can deliver good looks, sound and reliability, a lot of people are going to buy it.

Re: Royal Enfield 750cc Parallel Twin [Spied]

Going by your words, yes. It is true! But I was just saying that for the video description!! 750cc vs a 390cc.. that was about it! I am not saying that the top speed is bad or something

Re: Royal Enfield 750cc Parallel Twin [Spied]

I really doubt if it can outrun the KTM390 because IMO its' power output will probably in the same range as the 390 (~45bhp) but it will have more torque which can make it a pleasure to ride. It all comes down to how they have managed the power delivery and vibration control and quality of build.
I think it has be priced below 3.5L for it to be competitive all other things being equal.

Re: Royal Enfield 750cc Parallel Twin [Spied]

I have no doubt that they must have made a good engine just as they have done in the past what I doubt is whether will they be able to make good bike which have failed to make in recent past

Re: Royal Enfield 750cc Parallel Twin [Spied]

I honestly don't think RE is developing this motor with Indian market in mind. RE has a niche market in USA (its biggest outside India), South America, South east Asia, Australia, UK etc. These markets already have access to big Harley's, Triumphs, etc, The reason why a few buy RE in these markets is mainly because of its novelty factor and exclusivity. And it appeals to people who were brought up on classic british singles. Now with UCE models there may be very little remaining as far as the classic lineage is considered, however, the relative simplicity is again appealing for them, for example, for finding an ECU error you can ground the neutral wire and do a preliminary diagnosis of error from the flash sequence of MIL indicator. Hence they are trying to market as life style products through unique brand stores, however dismal service support as most of these owners take care of their steed themselves.

For these customers the major grouse was that the 500s could not be taken to freeways as you cannot cruise at above 65-70 mph which would be very unsafe. So I believe this is the issue RE is trying to address here. Also it would address the joke on ContiGT as a cafe racer that connot do TonUp (100mph). However if RE tries to copy triumph etc then they lose the USP for them which is novelty and exclusivity. Mind you RE is not cheap there costing upwards of 6000USD at which price you could get a used Sportster.

From perspective of Indian market, the 350's have sold in tens of thousands while their 500cc counetrparts have struggled to sell even 100units monthly. Hence it doesnt make sense for RE to market it heavily for Indian market. Yes it will be available, but don't expect much support and it would probably cost more than twice the GT 535.

However being a C500 owner, i hope they bring out a Classic 750 also with a proper twin downtube frame and 750 engine and ABS.

Re: Royal Enfield 750cc Parallel Twin [Spied]

First Bajaj- Triumph Bike in india?

Re: Royal Enfield 750cc Parallel Twin [Spied]

"The Royal Enfield 750 cc motorcycle could debut on*7 November in Milan, Italy. This month, the bike was spotted in India*with ABS. In another instance,*two versions of the motorcycle*were spotted, indicating the launch of more than one variant. The powerplant is a 750 cc parallel unit with oil cooling and fuel injection. The engine reportedly features a*270-degree crank*for optimal refinement and will be*highway worthy*with a higher top speed than any current RE bike. The downtubes of the double cradle frame hold the longitudinal radiator."

Re: Royal Enfield 750cc Parallel Twin [Spied]

Higher top end than any current RE? What is the top end of any current RE? 160 kmph?

Re: Royal Enfield 750cc Parallel Twin [Spied]

Yes something around like that, if you see previous posts, one of the test bikes was going faster than a duke 390 on the highways which indicated a speed of 170kmph, hence real speed might be above 160kmph.

Re: Royal Enfield 750cc Parallel Twin [Spied]

Haha haa, no way the current stock RE will cross the 135kmph, the higher numbers we hear about are all due to mods. I have a classic 500 so I know it's limits.

Re: Royal Enfield 750cc Parallel Twin [Spied]

135 kmph? are you serious or are you joking around? How did you manage to achieve that speed? Did your hands and legs fall off? Is the engine in tact?


Ok! Speed - Check
What about vibrations? any idea whether RE has addressed it
Reliability?