Royal Enfield has been spotted testing its first electric motorcycle, the neo-retro C6, in Chennai. The test mule, heavily camouflaged, closely matches the design aesthetics of the World War II-era Flying Flea and the concept model unveiled at EICMA 2024.

 

1. Royal Enfield FF C6 has been spied undergoing test runs on public roads, reportedly in Chennai

2. The bike features a distinctive chassis, girder forks and a circular headlight

3. The Flying Flea C6 could also be joined by the S6 scrambler at launch

 

Royal Enfield is progressing rapidly towards the launch of its first electric motorcycle, the Flying Flea C6. The bike, which is based on the new 'L' platform, has been seen on public roads in what are believed to be city trials. The test mule, seen under heavy camouflage, stays true to the concept's design, featuring a circular headlamp, circular rear-view mirrors and a unique girder fork setup. The wavy, fin-like structures on the battery compartment are designed to enhance visuals and could improve cooling as well.

 

 

Along with this, a circular instrument console is also expected, offering Bluetooth-based connectivity, turn-by-turn navigation, and access to calls and music. The bike is equipped with disc brakes on both ends, with dual-channel ABS as standard. While official specs are still under wraps, the C6 is likely to be positioned as a premium urban-focused motorcycle and is slated for an early 2026 launch.

 

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