The newly launched Royal Enfield Himalayan 750 is powered by a new 743 cc parallel twin engine which makes 55 PS and 63 Nm.

The engine feels relaxed at 120 kmph and can hold 140 kmph without much effort.

Nearly 75% of peak torque is available from 2,500 rpm, meaning riding in stop-go traffic and quick overtake can be done easily.

It is the most feature-loaded RE bike, with a circular TFT console, Google Maps mirroring, TPMS, riding modes, traction control, switchable ABS and cruise control.

The bike has wide handlebars, a neutral footpeg position and a well-padded seat that give a comfortable riding triangle which is ideal for long rides.

It might look big and bulky but is easy to ride and changes direction easily, feels stable in corners and planted on the highway.

The stock seat is 815 mm, and the optional seats raise or lower the height by 20 mm

The gearbox is smooth, but a quickshifter isn’t offered, even as an accessory, which could have made touring easier.

The bike weighs 224 kg kerb which makes moving it in tight parking spots or making a slow U-turn a bit of a task.

The 280 mm twin discs and a 250 mm rear disc stop this bulky bike in a controlled manner, but the lever lacks a bit of feedback.