After much anticipation fueled by spy shots, leaks, and TVC shoots, Royal Enfield has finally unveiled its much-awaited contender for the sub-500cc street naked motorcycle segment, the Guerrilla 450. The motorcycle has already made its way to Indian showrooms, and dealership training is in full swing.
Variants and Pricing
The Guerrilla 450 comes in three variants: Analogue, Dash, and Flash. Priced competitively at Rs 2.39 lakh, Rs 2.49 lakh, and Rs 2.54 lakh respectively (ex-showroom), these are introductory prices. Bookings are open, with test rides and deliveries commencing from August 1, 2024. For international markets, the Guerrilla 450 is priced at £4,850 in the UK and €5,290 in Germany.
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Dimensions and Design
With dimensions of 2,090mm in length, 833mm in width, and 1,125mm in height, the Guerrilla 450 boasts a commanding presence. Its 1,440mm wheelbase ensures stability, making it suitable for both daily commutes and weekend adventures. Weighing in at 186 kgs, the motorcycle offers a comfortable seat height of 780mm and a ground clearance of 169mm. The 11-liter fuel tank provides a decent range.
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Feature Breakdown
- Analogue Variant: This base model comes in a sleek Smokey Silver with Playa Black accents. It features a semi-digital instrument cluster with an analogue speedometer and digital readouts for fuel, trip meter, and odometer. Smartphone connectivity for calls and SMS, along with turn-by-turn navigation, is included.
- Dash Variant: Offering a more premium look with dual-tone color options of Playa Black and Gold Dip, the Dash variant retains the analogue instrument cluster but introduces a TFT console for enhanced smartphone connectivity. Features like calls, music, and navigation via Google Maps are available, similar to the Himalayan 450.
- Flash Variant: The top-spec Flash variant boasts dual-tone color options of Brava Blue and Yellow Ribbon. It stands out with LED headlamps, turn indicators, a larger 4.0-inch TFT display with advanced smartphone connectivity, Google Maps, a convenient USB Type-C port, and media controls.
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Powertrain and Performance
At the heart of the Guerrilla 450 lies the Sherpa 450 engine. This 452cc, liquid-cooled, single-cylinder powerplant delivers a robust 39.5 hp at 8,000 rpm and a torquey 40 Nm at 5,500 rpm, mated to a smooth-shifting 6-speed gearbox. A slip and assist clutch enhances rideability. Braking duties are handled by a 310mm ventilated disc with a double-piston caliper at the front and a 270mm ventilated disc with a single-piston caliper at the rear.
Suspension is composed of a 43mm telescopic fork up front and a monoshock setup at the rear. The Guerrilla 450 offers a claimed mileage of 29.5 km/l. It rolls on 17-inch alloy wheels shod with 120/70 section front and 160/60 section rear tires.
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With its striking design, feature-packed variants, and capable engine, the Royal Enfield Guerrilla 450 is poised to make a significant impact in the competitive sub-500cc motorcycle segment.
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