Product Launch Details
Royal Enfield, the global leader in the mid-size motorcycle segment (250cc–750cc), launched the Classic 350 Gorkha Edition in India on August 18, 2026. The motorcycle is inspired by the legacy of the Gorkha Regiment and pays tribute to their courage, discipline, and resilience.
Product Specifications & Features
The Classic 350 Gorkha Edition features a distinctive Gorkha Green colorway and is adorned with a bespoke insignia featuring legendary crossed Khukris. The motorcycle retains the signature upright riding posture and refined J-series engine of the Classic 350. It includes enhanced features such as an Assist & Slipper Clutch for smoother gear shifts and a Type-C USB Fast Charging port for everyday convenience.
Pricing and Availability
The Royal Enfield Classic 350 Gorkha Edition is priced at ₹2,10,684 (ex-showroom, New Delhi). Booking for the motorcycle opened on August 18, 2026.
Executive Commentary
Yadvinder Singh Guleria, Chief Commercial Officer of Royal Enfield, stated that the edition pays tribute to the military legacy defined by bravery, loyalty, and honor. Lieutenant General Sanjeev Chauhan, AVSM, YSM, President of Gorkha Brigade, commented on the privilege of seeing the Gorkha legacy acknowledged through this motorcycle.
Complementary Apparel Collection
Royal Enfield introduced the Gorkha Collection, an exclusive range of apparel inspired by the Gorkha Regiment. The collection includes dual-certified Jet and Quest helmets, high-ankle distressed leather boots, multi-functional headgear, and curated lifestyle apparel and collectibles. The collection features a color palette of regimental crimson, tactical olive green, matte black, and warm bronze, with design cues from military uniforms and regimental insignia.
Company Background Information
Royal Enfield is described as the oldest motorcycle brand in continuous production since 1901. It operates as a division of Eicher Motors Limited with over 2,100 retail outlets in India and nearly 1,200 stores in 80+ countries globally. The company has technical centers in the UK and India, four production facilities near Chennai, and seven CKD assembly facilities worldwide.