Royal Enfield Electric Motorcycle’s Design Leaked

The world is moving towards electric mobility and the Indian retro classic motorcycle manufacturer, Royal Enfield does not want to be left behind. Igniting this conversation is a leaked image of the Royal Enfield’s patented design, which is expected to become the company's first electric motorcycle.

Royal Enfield Electric Bike’s Build, Design and Expected Launch Date

The leaked image shows a bobber-like design with its raked-out front end and scooped-out single seat. The overall design looks like a single-seat bobber, but the addition of a saree guard at the rear indicates that this might be a two-seater like most Royal Enfield ICE (internal combustion engine) motorcycles.

The motorcycle utilizes a rather unique design where the main frame wraps around the fake fuel tank area (as it's not ICE-powered). However, this might be a concept, which may never make it to the production unit. But only, time will tell.  

Another resemblance to the older motorcycles is the use of girder front forks, Royal Enfield may just use these elements to pay homage to the ancient motorcycles.

The design gives it away, that the battery pack of this motorcycle is being used as a stressed member of the main frame. It might be possible that the brand has been using the battery casing and the electric motor cover as a single unit to prevent a cluttered look.

A similar design has been used previously by the LiveWire S2 models of Harley Davidson. The main drive belt of the motorcycle has been placed on the right side of the machine and is equipped with disc brakes on both ends for better braking performance.

A close look at the image reveals the motorcycle has relatively thin tyres on both ends. This might have been done on purpose to make this two-wheeler look agile and efficient. Further, it is expected to use a braced Aluminium swingarm, which has a mono-shock attached to it, as far as the suspension duties are concerned. 

This patent filing indicates that the motorcycle’s launch is possible in due time. Royal Enfield's first bike based on the L-platform is expected to launch in 2025.