Royal Enfield Flying Flea, company’s first-ever EV unveiled: All you need to know about the retro-style new line
Royal Enfield has launched the Flying Flea C6, an electric motorcycle inspired by the WWII model. Designed for urban use, it features a lightweight aluminum frame, advanced safety tech, and a Bluetooth-enabled TFT display. Performance specs are yet to be disclosed.
Royal Enfield has unveiled its much-awaited first-ever electric motorbike, known as the ‘Flying Flea’. Inspired by the original Flying Flea motorbike that was widely used during the WWII, the new EV motorcycle offers a unique design. It comes with an aluminium frame that connects the entire bike.
With the introduction of theFlying Flea C6, the Royal Enfield has introduced this new line, branded under theFlying Flea name, marking the company’s significant step into the realm of electric motorcycles.
Interestingly, the electric Flying Flea C6 features a round full-color TFT screen display that provides comprehensive ride data. This display is Bluetooth-enabled, allowing seamless connection with a smartphone app. Notably, the Flying Flea C6 comes equipped with advanced safety features, including a traction control system and cornering ABS, making it the first Royal Enfield model to include these state-of-the-art technologies.
Drawing inspiration from the originalFlying Flea motorcycle, which played a notable role in the British Army during World War II, the newFlying Flea C6 is designed specifically for modern urban environments. This latest electric model is lightweight and represents the first in a series of urban-focused electric vehicles developed by Royal Enfield’s global teams in India, the UK, Italy, and other locations.
The electric division at Royal Enfield, comprising more than 200 engineers, showcased its first prototype, theHim-E, in 2023. Over time, the team has secured more than 28 patents related to electric motorcycle technology. Notably, the sales and distribution network for the new electric models will operate independently from the existing system used for traditional, petrol-powered motorcycles.
Interestingly, the company has not disclosed any performance specifications for the motorcycle yet. Details regarding the battery capacity and the electric motor remain undisclosed at this time. It is expected that the company will share this information in the near future.
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First Published:4 Nov 2024, 10:45 PM IST
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