Royal Enfield, the world’s oldest motorcycle brand in continuous production, celebrated its monumental 125th anniversary at EICMA 2025 in Milan. The brand used its EICMA showcase to kick off a year-long calendar of commemorative activities, blending its legendary past with its dynamic present and ambitious future.
Siddhartha Lal, Executive Chairman, Eicher Motors Ltd., emphasized that this milestone is not just about legacy, but about
“looking ahead with clarity and conviction”. He highlighted that bold, future-facing innovations like the Electric Himalayan Testbed and Flying Flea city+ concept embody this evolution.
New Launches and Celebratory Editions
Royal Enfield unveiled a slew of new motorcycles at the event, showcasing its commitment to strengthening both its core segments and its electric future.
1. The Royal Enfield Bullet 650: Old School Forever
- The iconic Bullet, which has stood as a symbol of endurance since 1932 , now finds its most powerful expression yet.
- It is powered by the globally acclaimed 650cc parallel twin engine, offering more power, mettle, and character.
- The design pays tribute to its impeccable British lineage and Indian soul, preserving hallmarks like the gleaming hand-painted pinstripes and the iconic tiger lamps.
2. Classic 650 125th Anniversary Special Edition
- This Special Edition model commemorates 125 glorious years of Pure Motorcycling.
- The motorcycle features an exclusive ‘hypershift’ paint application that fluidly shifts between red and gold.
- It is embossed with a 125 Years crest in gold on classic red, paying tribute to the brand and the Classic’s enduring legacy.
3. Himalayan Mana Black Edition
- A striking new version of the celebrated adventure motorcycle, the Mana Black edition is inspired by the formidable Mana Pass route.
- It embodies minimalism and raw adventure, draped in a deep Stealth Black finish with matte detailing.
- The edition comes factory-accessorized with Black Rally hand guards, a Black Rally seat, a Rally mud guard, and tubeless spoked wheels for enhanced off-road performance.
4. Shotgun 650 x Rough Crafts Drop
- This is a limited-edition collaboration with celebrated custom builder Rough Crafts, carrying a distinctive design inspired by the “Caliber Royale” custom build.
- It features a real gold leaf stripe, a hand-cast solid brass tank badge, and seats with real quilted leather.
- The drop is limited to just 100 individually numbered units across India, Europe, North America, and APAC.
Charging for the Future: Electric Mobility
Royal Enfield solidified its electric future by expanding the Flying Flea portfolio.
- Flying Flea FF.S6: The brand’s city+ electric mobility division, Flying Flea, unveiled the new Scrambler-styled Flying Flea S6.
- Built for urban exploration, the FF.S6 combines lightweight structure and refined design with off-road ability, featuring a USD front fork and a staggered wheel setup (19-inch front, 18-inch rear).
- B. Govindarajan, CEO – Royal Enfield, confirmed that the Flying Flea portfolio will be expanded with the FF.S6, preparing for a launch in 2026.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
What major milestone did Royal Enfield celebrate at EICMA 2025? Royal Enfield celebrated 125 years of Pure Motorcycling at EICMA 2025.
Which acclaimed engine powers the new Royal Enfield Bullet 650? The new Bullet 650 is powered by the globally acclaimed 650cc parallel twin engine.
What are the key design features of the Classic 650 125th Anniversary Special Edition? The special edition features an exclusive ‘hypershift’ paint application and is embossed with a 125 Years crest in gold on classic red.
How many units of the Shotgun 650 x Rough Crafts Drop are available globally? The limited edition Shotgun 650 x Rough Crafts Drop is limited to just 100 individually numbered units across India, Europe, North America, and APAC.
What is the new electric motorcycle concept unveiled by Royal Enfield’s Flying Flea brand? The Flying Flea brand unveiled the scrambler-styled Flying Flea S6 (FF.S6), an urban explorer built for versatility and agility.
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