Royal Enfield Himalayan 450 Bikes To Be Part Of British Army's Fleet

Royal Enfield's arm in the United Kingdom has announced a new strategic partnership with the British Army. Under this collaboration, the brand will give four Himalayan 450 motorcycles to the soldiers for training purposes. Specifically, the manufacturer has given the British Army Motorised Adventure (AMA) group for training in various exercises. This is not the first time the Army will use the motorcycle; it has already been used for Army Motorsport Day at the Thruxton Circuit on 10 September.

The British Army has relied on Royal Enfield machines since 1914, incorporating military-designed motorcycles, bicycles, generators, and aircraft gun predictors during World War II. This includes the Flying Flea bike, which holds a significant place in the history of the British Army, as it was also utilized throughout the war.

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Royal Enfield Himalayan 450 suits the needs of the British Army because of its off-road capabilities and its middle-weight adventure tourer design. The performance is supported by a 452 cc single-cylinder liquid-cooled engine producing 39 hp at 8,000 rpm and 40 Nm at 5,500 rpm. Its strength lies in the ample mid-range torque, offering a relaxed and tractable performance, ideal for long-distance touring.

The Royal Enfield Himalayan 450 is built on a steel twin-spar tubular frame that utilizes a twin-sided swingarm, paired with an entirely new suspension system sourced from Showa, which includes 43mm upside-down forks and a link-type rear monoshock, offering 200mm of travel front and rear. The braking system features upgraded rotors, measuring 320mm at the front and 270mm at the rear.