Increased costs for tubeless spoke wheels on Royal Enfield Himalayan models for first-time purchasers
Royal Enfield and Triumph have made significant updates to their popular off-road motorcycles, introducing tubeless cross-spoke wheels. Let's take a closer look at the changes and pricing for each model.
Royal Enfield Himalayan
Royal Enfield has updated the Himalayan with tubeless cross-spoke wheels, priced more competitively compared to its rivals. The new wheels are now listed on the Royal Enfield MIY configurator, resulting in an additional cost over the ex-showroom price of the motorcycle.
For new buyers, the updated price for the tubeless wheels is ₹17,350, following a recent price hike from around ₹11,000-12,424. However, existing Himalayan 450 owners purchasing as an accessory will see a significant increase in cost, with the price hiked to around ₹40,655.
Triumph Scrambler 400 XC
Triumph has also introduced tubeless cross-spoke wheels with the Scrambler 400 XC. While the precise pricing difference between the tubeless wheels of the Royal Enfield Himalayan and the Triumph Scrambler 400 XC cannot be directly determined from the provided information, it's clear that the Royal Enfield wheels now cost ₹17,350 (new buyers) to over ₹40,000 (existing owners aftermarket) depending on the buyer's category.
Unfortunately, specific pricing details for the Triumph Scrambler 400 XC's tubeless cross-spoke wheels were not available in the search results. For those in need of this information, additional sources would need to be consulted.
Pricing Comparison
When it comes to the Scrambler 400 XC and the Himalayan, the Scrambler 400 XC commands a ₹27,000 premium over the standard Scrambler 400 X, which includes a new paint scheme, better underbelly protection, and the new tubeless spoked wheels. In contrast, the 390 Adventure S variant carries a ₹65,000 premium over the 390 Adventure X trim.
New Models on the Horizon
Royal Enfield recently showcased test mules of the larger Himalayan in Ladakh, suggesting it is designed for rugged terrain and long-distance travel. The larger Himalayan will be a middleweight adventure offering from Royal Enfield, powered by a twin-cylinder motor with a 700-750 cc displacement. The production version of the larger Himalayan is expected to arrive globally towards the end of this year.
Meanwhile, Triumph has also updated its Scrambler 400 XC, offering tubeless cross-spoke wheels at an affordable price, attracting both new and existing customers. No specific performance details for the larger Himalayan have been released as of yet.
In the world of off-road motorcycles, Royal Enfield and Triumph are making waves with their new tubeless cross-spoke wheels. Stay tuned for more updates as these models continue to evolve.
The Royal Enfield Himalayan and Triumph Scrambler 400 XC have both adopted tubeless cross-spoke wheels, a technological upgrade that sets them apart. Although the exact price difference between the tubeless wheels of both models isn't directly specified, the cost for the Royal Enfield Himalayan's new wheels ranges from ₹17,350 (for new buyers) to over ₹40,000 (for existing owners purchasing as an accessory). On the other hand, Triumph has integrated these tubeless cross-spoke wheels into the Scrambler 400 XC, boasting affordability as a key selling point.
