If you are waiting for a proper dual-sport machine that doesn't require a second mortgage, the wait is officially ending. The Royal Enfield Himalayan 750 is headed to Milan for its global reveal at EICMA 2026, scheduled for November 3–8. This isn't just a facelift of the 450; it’s a step up into the mid-weight category, where the competition is stiff and the price tags are usually intimidating.
The heart of this beast is expected to be a 750cc, air-oil-cooled parallel-twin engine. Leaning on the architecture of the existing 650cc platform, reports suggest it will punch out around 55 bhp and 60 Nm of torque, mated to a six-speed gearbox. To put that in perspective, it’s not a rocket, but for a bike designed to haul gear through mountain passes, that torque curve should feel linear and manageable, especially for riders coming from single-cylinder machines. It’s a sweet spot for daily commuting and weekend touring without the maintenance headaches of a liquid-cooled Euro-spec bike.
Hardware-wise, the spy shots tell a clear story. You’ll see a 19-inch front and 17-inch rear wheel setup, with sightings of both alloy and cross-spoke options floating around. Whether that’s a variant split or an accessory choice remains a mystery, but the upside-down front forks, twin-disc braking, and a tall windscreen suggest this is a touring-first machine. Cruise control and ride-by-wire are rumored to be on board, which would be a significant upgrade in usability for long-haul riders. The stepped seat and rear luggage rack are standard fare for the genre, but they signal that RE is taking the utility aspect seriously.
So, what does it cost? While RE hasn't dropped the hammer, the Indian market debut is slated for Motoverse 2026, with a likely launch toward the end of the year. Estimates place the ex-showroom price between ₹4.5 lakh and ₹5 lakh. If that holds true, it undercuts the BMW G310GS and puts the KTM 790 Adventure in a difficult position. It’s a bold price point that forces rivals to rethink their value proposition, but for the buyer, it means a capable, high-clearance adventure bike in a price bracket that was previously reserved for underpowered singles or heavily imported models. Watch for the final spec sheet in Milan; until then, treat these numbers as a strong indication, not gospel.