Royal Enfield Himalayan 750 in India: should ₹5 lakh touring-bike buyers wait for the reported EICMA 2026 debut?

Reports of a near-production Royal Enfield Himalayan 750 and a reported EICMA 2026 debut for the brand’s new 750cc platform have created a practical timing question for Indian road-touring buyers.

What is known, and what is not

• Reported: recent coverage says a Himalayan 750 test mule appears closer to production and that Royal Enfield plans to introduce a 750cc platform at EICMA 2026.
• Unannounced: India launch timing, final specifications, variants, equipment and price have not been confirmed by Royal Enfield.
• Expected price: third-party estimates place it below ₹5 lakh, but that is not a confirmed India price.

Why the decision matters

For a buyer focused on highway touring, mountain roads and occasional broken stretches, the main comparison is not simply engine size. It is whether the current options already meet the brief for relaxed overtakes, rider and pillion comfort, fuel range, luggage support, service reach and realistic ownership cost—or whether a still-unannounced model is worth delaying a purchase for.

Would you wait for the Himalayan 750, or choose a current touring motorcycle now? Please share the budget and riding mix you are deciding around, then weigh price, touring comfort, service confidence and availability.