Does the New Royal Enfield Himalayan 750 Offer Too Much of a Good Thing?

Royal Enfield is expanding its adventure lineup with the newly announced 2027 Royal Enfield Himalayan 750, raising the question of whether a bigger engine and more tech are necessary for the brand’s iconic adventure platform. Powering the Himalayan 750 is a 743cc air/oil-cooled parallel twin engine, making 54 horsepower and 47 pound-feet of torque. Nearly all of that torque arrives at 3,500 rpm, which helps riders chug along and climb obstacles off-road. The bike features a 4.5-gallon fuel tank, stability and traction control, cornering ABS, dual disc front brakes, a 32-inch seat height, cruise control, and a Husqvarna Norden-inspired design. It also comes equipped with fully adjustable Showa USD front forks, optional alloy wheels, and a 6-axis Inertial Measurement Unit monitoring acceleration, pitch, roll, and yaw for advanced rider aids. Royal Enfield emphasizes the bike’s touring DNA—highlighting an accessible seat height, touring accessory seats, an adjustable windscreen, a 195-kilo payload capacity, a narrow waistline, forged controls, and optional cast wheels. Pricing is set at an MSRP of £6999, which roughly translates to $9,400 at current exchange rates, with the true U.S. price expected to land just under $10,000.