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NDTV
20 hours ago
- Automotive
- NDTV
Royal Enfield Interceptor 650 Modified With Sidecar For 'Adventurous' Riders
Royal Enfield bikes are some of the favourite machines of people looking forward to creating something new based on an existing model. The claims stand true in the Indian context and for some European countries as well. In the latest example, Watsonian Sidecars has designed an outfit for the Interceptor 650, which, according to them, is "for the adventurous." Along with it, they have made some modifications to the motorcycle to make things even more interesting. The rig paired to the parallel-twin motorcycle is Watsonian's "Grand Prix" model of a sidecar. As per them, it is "designed for riders who want to cover distances and maximise luggage carrying capacity". Talking about a more adventurous side of the machine, the bike comes fitted with enduro tyres along with other category-related fitments like a fly screen, handguards, and a headlight grille. Also Read: Meet Custom Motorcycle Powered By Ferrari's V8 Engine- How's It Even Possible? To put everything together, the sidecar and the bike have been finished in Nardo Grey colour. The extra fitments on the outfit also include non-standard black alloy beading, screen surround, perimeter frame bumper, and a wheel rim. However, the list of accessories does not end here. The sidecar also gets a pair of 5-litre jerry cans, mounted in carriers that are bolted to brackets on the sidecar frame. There are also spotlights wired into the switchgears on the handlebars, an extra-large front luggage rack, two extra-large rear luggage racks, twin 12V sockets with a map reading light in one, a passenger grab rail, and block pattern tyres. Watsonian is a British company that has been manufacturing sidecars since 1912. Typically, its clients supply their own motorcycles for modifications, providing more options for changes as per the needs of the consumers. They also make sidecars for the Royal Enfield Interceptor 650's original colour.
News18
20 hours ago
- Automotive
- News18
From Dust To Stars: 70 Riders, One Unforgettable Odyssey With Royal Enfield
In this article, we shared our adventurous experience of RE Himalayan Odyssey 2025, mentioning how the journey of the highest motorable passes in the world shaped our minds. Ever dreamed of going on a Ladakh bike trip with a convoy of 70 riders? Let's assume the answer is probably yes! What if we say that we have lived those dreams recently with the leading home-grown bike maker, Royal Enfield? Sounds heavenly, right? Well, indeed, it was! They say some journeys start with a small backpack, and there are crazy petrol heads who search for odysseys over sophisticated plans. And mine was later, a big credit goes to the RE who invited us to experience the true motorcycle culture and peak adrenaline rush on the most challenging terrains under its 2025 edition of Himalayan Odyssey. Introduction Before going deep, and telling you all the exciting story about this 3000-plus km journey, where we felt truly alive and detached from our world, it would be wise to know what is Royal Enfield Himalayan Odyssey is all about. Why does it play a significant role in shaping the motorcycle culture in India? What is Royal Enfield Himalayan Odyssey? When the biking culture was taking its shape back in the early 20s, forcing every single person to fall in love with it. The home-grown manufacturer came up with an idea called Himalayan Odyssey. An annual bike ride, bringing all the petrolheads together across the country and beyond, allowing them to feel the peak of adrenaline rush on some of the world's highest motorable roads, passing through Ladakh, Spiti, and Zanskar. It was not just an ordinary ride. It was purely a test of endurance and riding skill; it's a celebration of Royal Enfield's deep connection with the Himalayas. Over the years, the Odyssey has become a symbol of self-discovery, brotherhood, and the unshakable bond between rider and machine. The company has completed multiple rides, and this year it has finally concluded the 21st edition of Himalayan Odyssey Journey Of Life Time Before we even clicked on the accept button of the invitation, the picture was somehow clear in our mind that the trip was not going to be an easy one. It was a journey of 3000+ km baptism by altitude, going through cloud-piercing passes, lunar valleys, and roads carved by gods and glaciers. The itinerary itself looked so strong, which silently said, 'Do Dare To Accept If You Can Not Peak Andrenaline Rush". We joined the adventure from Leh. We reached there from Delhi in a few hours via direct flight, not by bike. Well, do not judge us, we had our reasons there! Not A Normal Adventure Ride The itinerary was filled with all the top spots anyone can dream of going there on a motorcycle. The list includes the top highest mountain passes, including Leh, Hanle, Umling La, Zanskar, Padum, Jispa , Manali and ending at the base, Chandigarh. The journey was divided into two groups – Team Spiti and Team Zanskar. Fortunately, we were lucky enough to get into Team Spiti. The reason we chose it is because of scenic views, landscapes and of course decent roads. To cover all these challenging terrains, we have given the company's trusted all-new Royal Enfield Himalayan 450 — a machine that felt less like a motorcycle and more like an extension of will. From the endless challenging terrain of Leh to the stark silence of Hanle, the 450 did not just show up, it showed off like a boss and ate all the challenges like a sausage in breakfast. Every throttle felt directly through the heart, every gearshift sure-footed, and the robust liquid-cooled engine did not give up or show any signs of fatigue. Even when the body was giving up due to lack of oxygen, Himalayan 450 never skipped a beat and fought like a warrior. Task- Leh To Hanle The first day of the journey was to reach Hanle, and the distance was somewhere between 300 km to 320 km. The call time was early in the morning, and the goal was to witness the cold breeze and sunrise while riding in peace. After covering 150km in one go, we had our first pitstop at Camp Kharu and had a wonderful authentic butter tea and snacks. The interesting fact about this cafe, it is run by only ladies and supported by Royal Enfield. After recharging ourselves with all the laughter, chit-chat, and appreciating the beauty on the way, we fuelled up and continued the journey. As soon as we made it to the destination, the hypnotic desolation of Hanle, the world's highest astronomical observatory blinking under a galaxy of stars, made us feel microscopic yet infinite. Challenging Day For All As we thought, finally we made it. There was another adventure waiting for us, Umling La. It is a dream of many to reach there either on a bike, a car, a scooter, or even on a cycle. Everyone wants to feel the air at the top, as it is located at an altitude of 19,300 feet. It is a spot where oxygen goes down, and real determination comes out. It is the point when one feels that the Himalayas don't need any approval. They don't care about your plans or your confidence. They test you. And if you're lucky and show determination, they let you pass. Riding in a massive group wasn't chaos — it was rhythm. Each breakdown, each cheer, each shared tea at a roadside shack stitched us tighter as a pack. Strangers became fellow warriors, and the constant exchange of glances behind visors became our silent language of 'I got you." The Final Descent and the Celebration After days of pushing limits, crossing passes Zankar, Padum and Jispa, riding through silence that screamed wisdom, we finally descended from the heights and rolled into Chandigarh. We reached our base destination full of dust, muddy jackets, sunburnt faces, and cracked lips. The only thing that was shining like a diamond was our eyes. The joy was purely visible, which only comes from doing something truly hard and truly unforgettable. That evening in Chandigarh, we celebrated like warriors back from battle. The parking lot turned into a dance floor, exhaust echoed like drums of triumph, and laughter filled the air. We weren't just celebrating the end of a ride — we were honouring the people we'd become along the way. The WhatsApp group, which was created to communicate during the ride, was supposed to be dissolved after completing the ride. But, guess what, the bond became so strong between fellow riders, the plan of dissolving the group was dropped. Memories, Bond, And Brotherhood Some people still sent messages in the group of their adventure, share photos, recall memories of all the breakdowns during the trip, sunset banter, bonfire talks and whatnot. This ride on the Himalayan 450 wasn't just an adventure. It was a reckoning. Of man and machine. Of fear and freedom. Of altitude and attitude. top videos View all About the Author Shahrukh Shah Shahrukh Shah, Sub-Editor at News18, loves to write about everything that moves on wheels. With years of experience and the required skill sets, he is contributing to the auto section, where he let people know ...Read More Get the latest updates on car and bike launches in India — including reviews, prices, specs, and performance. Stay informed with breaking auto industry news, EV policies, and more, Also Download the News18 App to stay updated! tags : Royal Enfield Himalayan Odyssey view comments Location : Ladakh, India, India First Published: July 29, 2025, 13:12 IST News auto From Dust To Stars: 70 Riders, One Unforgettable Odyssey With Royal Enfield Disclaimer: Comments reflect users' views, not News18's. Please keep discussions respectful and constructive. Abusive, defamatory, or illegal comments will be removed. News18 may disable any comment at its discretion. By posting, you agree to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy.
NDTV
3 days ago
- Automotive
- NDTV
Royal Enfield Continental GT-R 750 Snapped Testing In India, Here's What To Expect
Royal Enfield, the Indian two-wheeler maker, is gearing up to diversify its offerings in the country. The brand recently shared pictures of the Himalyan electric and Himalyan 750, being tested in Ladakh. Also, Royal Enfield is planning to expand into a 750 cc motorcycle. Recently, the Royal Enfield Continental GT-R 750 has been snapped testing on the Indian road, hinting at a launch soon. Also Read: 2026 Kawasaki Versys 650 Updated With New Colours Royal Enfield Continental GT-R 750 has been snapped testing with a Tamil Nadu number plate. As per the spy images, the GT-R 750 seems to borrow much of its design inspiration from the Continental GT 650. However, the fairings make it look more like the GT-R 650 used in the GT Cup Racing. The Royal Enfield Continental GT-R 750 is also seen standing on an alloy wheel, suggesting that the brand might offer tubeless alloy wheels as standard. Also, the GT-R 750's earlier spy shots carried emission testing equipment. However, the recently spotted test mule benched any such equipment, suggesting that the GT-R 750 is in the final stages of testing. The motorcycle is likely to see the addition of a few new features, maybe in terms of electronic rider aids, as previously spotted test mule showed a circular instrument console, similar to the ones seen on the Himalayan and the Guerrilla 450. Also, the Royal Enfield Continental GT-750 test mule was spotted with a twin-disc brake setup at the front, which will offer better stopping power and is likely required since the parallel-twin engine will now have more output than the 648 cc unit, which makes 47 hp and 52 Nm. However, we need to wait until the official specs of the cafe racer are revealed.
Hindustan Times
4 days ago
- Automotive
- Hindustan Times
Royal Enfield Himalayan tubeless spoke wheel prices hiked for new buyers
Royal Enfield has increased prices for the tubeless spoke wheels on the Himalayan 450 for new buyers. The tubeless cross-spoke wheels on the Royal Enfield Himalayan are now priced at ₹17,350, compared to the original launch price of ₹11,224. Notably, the bike maker recently increased the cross-spoke wheel prices for the existing Himalayan 450 owners from ₹12,424 to ₹40,645. New buyers will now pay a difference of ₹ 4,926 on the tubeless wheels, albeit the difference is not as significant as the one existing Royal Enfield Himalayan buyers will have to shell out. Royal Enfield Himalayan Tubeless Cross-Spoke Wheels Get More Expensive Royal Enfield introduced its cross-spoke tubeless wheels at a remarkably affordable price, which attracted several new and existing customers to bring them home. However, the competitive pricing seems to have only benefitted early-bird buyers. The updated price for the cross-spokes is now listed on the Royal Enfield MIY configurator and represents an additional cost over the ex-showroom price of the motorcycle. New buyers will now pay a difference of ₹4,926 on the tubeless wheels, albeit the difference is not as significant as the one existing Himalayan buyers will have to shell out. Also Read : Royal Enfield Himalayan 750 and Himalayan Electric teased for the first time Existing Royal Enfield Himalayan will have to shell out over ₹ 40,000 for the tubeless cross-spoke wheels That said, Royal Enfield is still offering its cross-spoke wheels at a more competitive price than its rivals. Triumph recently introduced tubeless cross-spoke wheels with the Scrambler 400 XC. The motorcycle commands a ₹27,000 premium over the standard Scrambler 400 X, which brings a new paint scheme, better underbelly protection, and the new tubeless spoked wheels. However, for customers looking to buy the wheels separately, the cross-spokes cost a whopping ₹72,000. We've explained the pricing for the Scrambler 400 XC tubeless spoke wheels in a separate story. Apart from RE and Triumph, KTM offers tubeless spoke wheels on the new-gen 390 Adventure S variant, which carries a ₹65,000 premium over the 390 Adventure X trim that comes equipped with alloy wheels. Watch: Royal Enfield Himalayan review: Adventure icon with brand new fashion Larger Royal Enfield Himalayan Coming Soon In related news, Royal Enfield recently showcased test mules of a larger Himalayan being tested somewhere in Ladakh. The middleweight adventure offering is expected to be powered by a larger twin-cylinder motor with a 700-750 cc displacement, while the electrified Himalayan - Him-E - accompanied the ADV as well. We could see the production version of the bigger Himalayan arriving globally towards the end of this year. Check out Upcoming Bikes In India. First Published Date:
Time of India
5 days ago
- Automotive
- Time of India
Uno Minda launches advanced LED blinkers for Royal Enfield motorcycles in India
Uno Minda, a Tier-1 automotive components supplier, has introduced its advanced LED blinkers tailored for Royal Enfield motorcycles in the Indian aftermarket. The advanced LED blinkers are priced at ₹1,137 and come with a one-year warranty. These blinkers are part of Uno Minda's 'Driving the New Technology' initiative, which focuses on launching innovative products in the automotive aftermarket segment. Equipped with high-intensity lighting, the blinkers are IP67 rated—making them both waterproof and dustproof—and built to endure challenging weather and road conditions. 'With this launch, we aim to meet the evolving needs of today's riders who expect both performance and design excellence from their motorcycle accessories,' said Anand Kumar, Vice President – Sales & Marketing, Aftermarket Domain, Uno Minda Ltd. Targeted at Royal motorcycle owners who value reliability and appearance, the blinkers offer a sleek, modern design that integrates smoothly with the traditional look of the bikes, the company said in a statement. They are now available through major e-commerce platforms and retail outlets across India.>
