With EICMA and other motorcycle events being just around the corner, the last week was all about upcoming two-wheelers. Things look quite action-packed going forward, especially for Royal Enfield since it’s prepping to unveil multiple new products.
Royal Enfield Interceptor 750cc
According to our sources, Royal Enfield has been working on increasing the displacement of the Interceptor from 650cc to 750cc for the last three years. The first production model to use this engine will debut in the next two to three years. With an increased displacement, the Interceptor will be able to churn out 5-7bhp more from this parallel-twin motor. Recently, a prototype of the Interceptor was spotted testing near its R&D facility in Chennai. This test mule was also seen with dual front brake discs.
Royal Enfield Bear 650 unveiled
Royal Enfield unveiled one of its most awaited motorcycles – the Bear 650. This motorcycle is based on the Interceptor 650 platform but gets a host of changes to suit the scrambler nature. It gets longer travel suspension along with a 19-17-inch spoke wheel combination. The chassis has also been strengthened while more modern features have been added to its kitty. The highlight of the bike is the 5Nm bump in torque output over the INT. The prices of the Bear will be out on 5 November.
2025 Triumph Tiger 1200 range launched
Triumph launched the 2025 Tiger 1200 range in India. It is available in four variants including GT Pro, GT Pro Explorer, Rally Pro, and Rally Pro Explorer with prices starting from Rs. 19.39 lakh, ex-showroom. The motorcycle has received internal changes in its engine for punchier low-end torque delivery and smoother gear shifts. Triumph has also tweaked the seat and footpeg position to make it more comfortable.
Hero 2.5 Xtunt-based bike image
We got our hands on the image of what looks like the production version of the 2.5R Xtunt concept that was showcased at the EICMA last year. It is decipherable from the patent image that this will be the naked version of the Karizma XMR 250. Powering this motorcycle will be a 250cc, liquid-cooled, single-engine engine power and torque output numbers of which aren’t known yet. They will certainly be higher than the existing Karizma XMR’s 25.15bhp and 20.4Nm output.
Suzuki Hayabusa recalled in India
Suzuki has issued a recall for one of its most popular big bikes in India, the Hayabusa. 1056 units of the bike are a part of this recall campaign and the company should contact the customers soon. The recall is related to a front brake issue. The official clarification of the glitch states “the front brake lever play increases, in the worst case, the lever contacts with the throttle grip and the braking distance increases.”
