India’s most iconic bike manufacturer, Royal Enfield launched two new limited edition versions of the Classic range of motorcycles and introduced a brand new range of biking gear at their newly opened flagship store in Khan Market, Delhi. The new limited edition motorcycles are a tribute to Despatch Riders of the World War I and World War II era and get detailing inspired by the Enfield motorcycles used during that time. The store will be open to general public 29th May onwards while the bookings for the Royal Enfield limited edition motorcycles will start on 15th July after the launch. Mr. Siddhartha Lal MD & CEO, Eicher Motors Ltd. and Mr. Rudratej Singh, President, Royal Enfield were present at the event to talk about the new products. Here’s all you need to know about the new Royal Enfield Limited Edition motorcycles and the new flagship store –
Limited Edition Dispatch Motorcycles
Royal Enfiled showcased limited edition motorcycles which are a tribute to the despatch riders of the World War era. Based on the Classic 500, the limited edition bikes get styling details inspired by World War era Enfields and three new camouflage paint shades out of which only two will be available in India; Desert Storm and Squadron Blue. Each paint shade is limited to a production run of just 200 and the number will be mentioned on each individual bike. The camouflage pattern will be unique to every single motorcycle thanks to new paint technique being employed by the manufacturer. Other styling details include a new shade leather upholstery for the seat, matching leather strap for the air filter and matte black finish for the engine and the silencer. Price and other details regarding the limited edition Royal Enfield motorcycles will be revealed at the time of launch on 15th July with bookings commencing shortly afterward. Estimated price for the two paint shades will be marginally higher than that of the stock Royal Enfield Classic 500.
Price and other details regarding the Royal Enfield limited edition motorcycles will be revealed at the time of launch on 15th July with bookings commencing shortly afterward. Estimated price for the two paint shades will be marginally higher than that of the stock Royal Enfield Classic 500.
Biking Gear
The major purpose of the Royal Enfield flagship store in Delhi is to sell company merchandise and biking gear. The store is packed with an impressive range of biking gear right from all-weather jackets, riding gloves, helmets, shoes, trousers, t-shirts and more. The company has put in quite a bit of effort in designing this range of biking gear keeping in mind the needs and requirements of bikers and have also taken inspiration from the world war era. For instance, the trouser pockets have been positioned and designed such that they are accessible to the user while on a motorcycle. The practical, durable jackets also get secret slots for storing ammunition!
Speaking on the Royal Enfield Gear business, Siddhartha Lal, MD & CEO, Eicher Motors Ltd. said, “Royal Enfield has been instrumental in creating and growing the leisure motorcycling segment in India over the last 60 years. One of the major gaps that our customers have faced while adventuring on our motorcycles around the country is the lack of good motorcycle apparel and accessories. We believe that with our expanded offering of purpose built, meticulously detailed and well-crafted motorcycle gear, our riders will enjoy their motorcycling experience even more. We have also got a wider range of urban protection and moto-inspired clothing which enhances the motorcycling experience in cities or for weekend rides, and looks great when one’s not riding as well.”
The biking gear will be available across Royal Enfield stores in India and will be made available at every RE dealership in the country by the end of this year. The merchandise will be made available online as well as in international markets.
Royal Enfield operates through 12 company-operated stores and 400 dealers in all major cities and towns in India, and exports to over 50 countries across the world including the USA, Japan, UK, several European and Latin American countries, as well as the Middle East and South Asia. Royal Enfield’s product line‐up includes the Bullet, Classic and Thunderbird models in both 350 and 500cc displacements; and the recently introduced Continental GT 535cc café racer.
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