- Updates to existing 650 platform
- All-new 750cc platform in the works
- Himalayan 750 launch likely in the next six months
Royal Enfield has set out an ambitious roadmap for the brand’s next phase of growth. If recent reports are accurate, the scale of what’s being planned is significant, not just in terms of new motorcycles, but also production volume.
Looking ahead to 2026, testing activity suggests a particularly busy year. Spy shots show several prototypes undergoing on-road evaluation, pointing to updates for the existing 650cc twins and the introduction of an entirely new 750cc platform.
Staying with the 650 platform, updates are also expected for the Royal Enfield Interceptor 650 and Royal Enfield Continental GT 650. Since their launch in 2017, changes have been incremental, so a more substantial refresh in 2026 would align with a typical product cycle. In contrast, the recently introduced Royal Enfield Bear 650, launched at the end of 2025, is unlikely to receive immediate revisions.
Perhaps more intriguing, however, is the development of the new 750cc platform. Prototypes have been photographed frequently, and in the case of the anticipated Royal Enfield Himalayan 750, testing has been unusually public. Senior company figures have been seen riding the bike in the Himalayas, with images shared via official channels, a strong hint that the model is nearing production readiness. Early estimates suggest output in the region of 50 to 60 bhp, positioning it as a step up from the current mid-capacity offerings. If development remains on schedule, a formal reveal could arrive toward the end of 2026.
Beyond the Himalayan, an additional 750cc derivative appears to be in the pipeline. Spy photography indicates that larger-capacity versions of both the Interceptor and Continental GT are under evaluation. The changes seem to extend beyond engine displacement, with visible upgrades including twin front brake discs, redesigned exhaust systems and potential chassis revisions to handle the additional performance.
Taken together, the strategy suggests Royal Enfield is not only broadening its portfolio but also moving steadily upmarket. By building on established nameplates while introducing higher-capacity platforms, the brand appears intent on strengthening its global footprint without abandoning the character that underpins its success.
