THE ROYAL ENFIELD GUERRILLA 450 IS HERE!
- The all-new Royal Enfield Guerrilla 450, a premium modern roadster built for visceral responsiveness,rawinstinctandpureintuition,isa‘declarationofindependence’thatdefiantly stands apart, making it a formidable ‘All-Roadster’
- Built on the Sherpa 450 platform, the Guerrilla combines a powerful engine, with a dynamic chassis and riding modes| With 40PS and 40Nm delivered across the rev range, the Guerrilla 450 is a bold and spirited roadster
- BookingsinIndiaandEuropebegintoday|IntroductorypricestartingatINR2,39,000 (ex-showroom) in India, with test ride and retails startingonAugust1|Priced£4,850MSRP in the UK and € 5,290 MSRP in Germany, with retails starting mid-August across Europe
Roadsters will never be the same again, nor will the roads, as Royal Enfield today launched its premium modern roadster – the Royal Enfield Guerrilla 450; a motorcycle meant to remind the worldwhatroadsterswerereallymeanttobe-kinetic,intuitiveandeagertoplay throughout its wide power band. Precisely engineered to be raw, responsive and for visceral riding experience, the Guerrilla 450 is a powerful, versatile and sophisticated motorcycle meant to deliver pure, primal fun, be it the weekday hustle through traffic snarls, aspiritedSundaymorningzipthrough twisties, or long-haul rides on lazy roads.
The Guerrilla 450 is a motorcycle that embodies character, substance and defiance, much like Royal Enfield’s fiercely unique journeyofbuildingmotorcyclesthatstandapartfromtherest.The‘guerrilla’in Royal Enfield has been evident in its portfolioofclass-definingandaward-winningmotorcyclesthathave challenged dreary monotony, and have been developed for one purpose alone; the pure fun of motorcycling. The Guerrilla 450 marks a significant evolution in the long and storied legacy of strong roadsters from Royal Enfield that continue to lead categories.
Speaking about the Guerrilla 450, Siddhartha Lal, Managing Director – Eicher Motors Ltd. said, “The Guerrilla 450 is our take on modern roasters, and we are super happy with how it has turned out. The motorcycle is mechanicallycharacterful,supersophisticated,andcombinesperformance,versatilityand confidence-inspiring handling. It is built on the same platform as the Himalayan, buttunedtoroadster performance that makes it feel excitingly different when you ride it. The Guerrilla really brings out what roadsters were always meant to do. It is super responsive and absolutely gorgeous to ride at everyday speeds, and equally delightful when revved through its paces on full-gas. The engine, the chassis, the riding position, and the superlative handling of the motorcycle all come together to truly make it much more than the sum of its parts”
The Royal Enfield Guerrilla 450 will also be called the Royal Enfield GRR 450 in most of the Latin American markets. The lineup features three variants – Analogue, Dash and Flash – and five vibrant colourways. Bookings in India open today at an introductory price of INR 2,39,000with test rides and retails beginning onAugust1,2024.
TheAll-Roadster
The Guerrilla 450 premium roadster is engineered for all kinds of tarmac. With the characterful 452cc Sherpa engine tuned for excitingroadsterperformance,asteeltwinspartubularframe,adynamicriding stance that allows upright posture or a slightly sporty lean-in, the Guerrilla 450 truly goes back to OG roadster basics. Its dynamic ergonomics and sprightly performance lend it unparalleled versatility and responsiveness that make for a delightful ride. Whether it is a tucked-in, lean forward, full-gas sprintover twisty routes, or tackling rough city-streets and traffic snarls, a lazy Sunday morning ride, or a weekendhauloverlongdistances,theGuerillaiseagerandplianttodoitall,makingitatrue ‘all-roadster’
GRR-Moregrowl for the prowl
The Guerrilla 450 is powered by the newandadvanced452ccsingle-cylinderliquid-cooledSherpaengine andisengineeredforaneagerandspirited roadster performance. This powertrain debuted in the award-winning Himalayan 450 adventure tourer and has sincegainedhugeappreciation.Equippedwitha 4-valveDOHCsetup,theGuerrilla450 delivers an impressive 40 PS at 8,000 rpm and 40 NM of peak torque at 5,500 rpm, with more than 85% of this torque available starting at 3000rpm.Itswater-cooled system features an integrated water pump, twin-pass radiator, and internal bypass, ensuring optimal temperature control for peak performance in any condition. The 6-speed gearbox with assist and slip clutch enhances high-speed cruising comfort and adds an extra layer of safety that makes the Guerrilla 450 a true testament to Royal Enfield’s innovative spirit and engineering excellence.
Return of the Real Roadster
Nothing out there looks and rides like the Guerrilla 450; it is packed with sophistication, intuition and sensation. It features a stepped bench-seat, a 11 litre fuel tank, LED headlights, trafficators with integrated tail lamp, and an upswept silencer. Without any flashy features or pointless plastics, the Guerrilla has an athletic build with perfect angles, purposeful edges,andmusclesinalltherightplaces. Stripped of distractions and engineered with purpose and authenticity, the Guerrilla450payshomageto the OGs of roadsters. With its sleek design, performance-led riding geometryandpremiumbuildquality, the Guerrilla 450 challenges the norms, bringing a fresh approach to motorcycling.
IntuitiveRidingErgonomics
The ergonomics on the Guerrilla 450 are designed to work in harmony with different riding styles, enabling riders to handle everything from fast-flowing sweeping open roads, to tight technical switchbacks.Theridergeometryensuresthat the stance remains upright thanks to the low seat and mid-set footpegs. With a dynamic chassis the Guerrilla 450 is engineered for agility and quick handling, offeringstableyetlighthandlingandeasymanoeuvrability.The43mmtelescopicfrontforkand linkage-typemono-shockattherearboostriderconfidencewithoutsacrificingcomfort.Pairedwith 17-inch front and rear tubeless tires and 1440 mm wheelbase, the motorcycle maintains exceptional stability and control, ensuring a planted and stable, yet nimbleride.Thisengagingandresponsiveriding
dynamic makes the Guerrilla 450 ideal for city commuting and spirited ridesonwindingroads,strikinga balance between practicality and performance.
Switchmoods.SwitchModes
The Guerrilla 450 offers a dynamic riding experience tailored to the moods of the rider, thanks to its ultra-responsive Engine Management System (EMS) and ride-by-wire technology. With Performance Mode and Eco Mode, the rider can change the throttle response to suit their mood and riding conditions. Whetherefficientlynavigatingbustlingcitystreetsorhavingmorepowertothethrottleovertwistiesand open roads, this motorcycle allows the rider to have more fun with every ride.
Enabledbytechnology,notdefinedbyit
The top and mid variant of the Guerrilla comes with thenewTripperDash,a4-inchinfotainmentcluster that offers a simple, intuitive user interface. The Tripper Dash, supported by the RE App, now has enhanced features like Route-recordingwhichcanbeexportedinGPXformat,enablingtheridertoshare experiences with their peers. The GPX file can be imported from any device to relive and recreate the ride experience. Beyond navigation, the interface offers music control, weather forecasts, and comprehensive vehicle information. Royal Enfield Wingman will also be made available in the Guerrilla, sold as an MIY feature, enabling the rider to stay connected with the motorcycleandRoyalEnfieldGRID support at all times.
RoyalEnfield GMA and Apparel
Genuine Motorcycle Accessories for the Guerrilla 450aremeticulouslycrafted,elevatingbothstyleand functionality. With inspirationstakenfromtheFlat-TracksceneandUrbanriding,theaccessoriesinclude large engine guards andsumpguards,urbanseatthataddstostyleandbettersaddlecomfort,andtinted flyscreen and blacked out mirrors that enhance ride experience. The Flat Track inspiration is evident in the bench seat, silver sumpguard,headgrill,halcyonblackinstrumentcowl.Onecanadditionallyoptfor compact engine guards, bar-end mirrors with supporting mounts for enhanced ride and aesthetics. The Guerrilla 450 comes with versatile luggage solutions like soft panniers for city adventures.
The Guerrilla 450 apparel range denotes Royal Enfield’s take on urban moto-culture.TheT-shirts,caps and headgears are specially designed to appeal to the growing community of young and style-conscious riders. With the launch of the Guerrilla 450 roadster, Royal Enfield has introduced a new Crossroaderriding jacket – India’s first riding jacket with100%Titaniumsliders.TheCEcertifiedclassAjacketoffers superior air-flow with dual-sport fitting thereby encouraging riders to explore the streets with safety, comfort and style.
Bookings commence today across India, the UK and European countries and deliveries will start in August 2024. The motorcycle will ride into the rest of the worldinaphasedmannerbyearlynextyear. The lineup features three unique variants in stunning colourways. Royal Enfield has also launched the ‘Borderless Warranty Program’ with the Guerrilla 450. This initiative is aimed at offering riders the freedom to ride more and explore without limits on their Royal Enfield motorcycle, backed by an extensive network of 3000+ service centres across 70+ countries, worldwide.
In India, the Guerrilla 450 will be launched in 3 variants – Analogue, Dash and Flash, with six options. Analogue will have Smoke Silver and Playa Black. This variant will not have a TFT cluster. PlayaBlack features again in Dash along with Gold Dip;bothwithTFTdisplay.AtFlashvariantlevel,YellowRibbon andBravaBluefeaturewithtopspecs. For other markets, Smoke Silver is the only available option at
