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Royal Enfield introduces the Himalayan Sleet Exclusive with an all new Sleet Explorer Kit
- Inspired by the mountains. Built to inspire the explorer in everyone
- 500 motorcycles to come pre-fitted with an Explorer Kit, at a price of Rs. 2,12,666 (on-road Chennai) available exclusively on royalenfield.com/himalayansleet
Mumbai, January 11th, 2018: Royal Enfield, the global leader in mid-size motorcycle segment (250-750cc), today launched a new version of its most versatile motorcycle, Himalayan – the all new Himalayan Sleet. The motorcycle will sport a new colourway and pattern in shades of grey, taking inspiration from the mountains. To further strengthen it’s adventure touring proposition, 500 exclusive Himalayan Sleets will come pre-fitted with the Explorer Kit, an assortment of Royal Enfield Genuine Motorcycle Accessories, making it a competent, adventure-ready motorcycle. The 500 pre-fitted Himalayan Sleets + Explorer Kit will be available at a special introductory price of Rs. 2,12,666 (on-road Chennai) exclusively on royalenfield.com/himalayansleet.
In keeping with the Himalayan’s proposition of versatility, long distance travel capability and comfort, the new Himalayan Sleet + Explorer Kit motorcycle will come pre-fitted with aluminium panniers, pannier mounting rails, aluminium handlebar with cross brace and large engine guard. Backed by a 2-year warranty, only 500 of these fully-kitted motorcycles will be exclusively available online for a limited period. Beginning January 12th till January 30th, enthusiasts can go online and register themselves, thereby expressing interest to purchase. The sale will go ‘live’ on January 30th 2018, on a ‘first-come-first-serve’ basis
- Users need to register on royalenfield.com/himalayansleet between January 12th and 30th 2018
- Post registration, users will be given a unique code which would be required to participate in the sale
- On the sale day, users need to login to the website and proceed to make a payment of Rs. 5000 to book the pre-fitted Himalayan Sleet motorcycle + Explorer Kit
Commenting on the launch of Himalayan Sleet and the Explorer Kit Mr. Rudratej (Rudy) Singh, President, Royal Enfield, said, “The new Himalayan Sleet is inspired by the terrain of Royal Enfield’s spiritual home – the Himalayas, its craggy land, the gorges, edgy peaks all brought together in the colours of the sleet . Additionally, the first 500 owners will get pre-fitted Explorer Kits to help kick-start their personal expeditions on the Himalayan Sleet”
Genuine Motorcycle Accessories that will form part of the Himalayan Sleet Explorer Kit are two 26 litres water resistant aluminium panniers, off-road style aluminium handlebar with cross brace for added strength, handlebar end weights for additional protection, and a powder-coated finish engine guard.
The Himalayan Sleet Grey combines outstanding versatility and all-day comfort for all rides. Long-travel suspension, natural upright riding position, dual purpose tyres combined with agile handling and a durable engine, all add up to a comfortable ride, whether it’s on the highway, city streets, or remote mountain roads.
About Royal Enfield:
The oldest motorcycle brand in continuous production, Royal Enfield made its first motorcycle in 1901. A division of Eicher Motors Limited, Royal Enfield has created the mid-sized motorcycle segment in India with its unique and distinctive modern classic bikes. With its new manufacturing base in Chennai, India, Royal Enfield is able to grow its production rapidly against a surge in demand for its motorcycles. With more than 50% growth every year for the last 5 years, Royal Enfield is fast becoming a very important player in the global mid-size motorcycle market and is working towards re-inventing this space with motorcycles that are evocative and engaging and great fun to ride.
Royal Enfield’s product line‐up in India includes the Bullet, Classic and Thunderbird models in 350 and 500cc displacement along with Continental GT 535cc café racer and the purpose-built Himalayan powered by the new LS410 engine. Royal Enfield operates through 17 company-operated stores and 750 dealers in all major cities and towns in India, and exports to over 50 countries across the world including the USA, UK, several European and Latin American countries, as well as the Middle East and South-East Asia. Royal Enfield also organizes and supports many motorcycling events and rides globally, more prominently the Rider Mania – an annual gathering of Royal Enfield riders from all over the world to the lovely beaches of Goa, and the Himalayan Odyssey, the most arduous motorcycle ride over some of the toughest roads and highest mountain passes in the Himalayas. Royal Enfield also conducts the popular ‘One Ride’ where people around the world ride out on their motorcycles on the first Sunday of April.
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