Royal Enfield Guerrilla 450 Review : Royal Enfield has once again managed to stir the bike lovers in India by launching the all-new Guerrilla 450. This bike is a neo-retro roadster portion of the segment very recently introduced, it sincerely combines performance with a retro design. This is built on the 450cc platform like that of the Himalayan 450. The Guerrilla promises to be enjoying, engaging, and comfortable on the Indian roads. But does it live to the hype? Let’s find this out. The design of the Guerrilla 450 is a perfect blend of retro charm and urban style. It features round LED headlamp, teardrop-shaped fuel tank, flat seat, and minimal body panels that give clean, timeless looks.
The upright riding posture is comfortable for both city commutes and long rides. Apart from being slim and lightweight, Royal Enfield has mostly made this bike in comparison to a few other variants, which makes handling easier in heavy traffic.
Features-wise, the Guerrilla 450 keeps up with modernity. The fully digital TFT screen is smart for showing smartphone connectivity and is used for navigation, calls, and music. All-LED lighting and dual-channel ABS add to enhanced riding safety, along with ride-by-wire throttle which gives a very smooth feel during acceleration.
Sure, few electronics are high-end, but defining essentials makes the experience of riding as pure and engaging as possible. The heart of the Guerrilla 450 is its 452cc liquid-cooled single-cylinder engine, producing around 40 hp and 40 Nm of torque, making it perfect for both leisure highway riding and accessible city cruising. Smooth 6-speed gearbox with the assist-slipper clutch eases up gearing action and reduces engine braking. Upside-down forks rule suspension at the front, along with a monoshoock at the back, tuned to take bumps in Indian roads without giving stability.
What is of major concern regarding riding this motorcycle is that it feels very nimble, planted, and fun to ride. In the city, it is a properly responsive throttle and has an USPn manageable weight for weaving through traffic. Then, at highway speed, it behaves very well when at speed because its engine has enough grunt for quick overtakes.
The brakes are strong, and there’s confidence in them, adding to the all-round capability. All of that makes the Royal Enfield Guerrilla 450 a good-looking, performing, and rider-friendly motorcycle that strikes an excellent balance between classic design and modern performance. Whether you’re a commuter during the week or a weekend warrior or maybe someone looking for a fun roadster that still can be enjoyed on those open highways, the Guerrilla 450 is ready to win you over. It’s a bike that would feel right at home in the city as well as open roads, making it all the more attractive as the latest mid-capacity offering.