The Flying Flea, Royal Enfield’s First Electric Motorcycle

On the occasion of EICMA, Royal Enfield unveiled the Flying Flea, an electric motorcycle inspired by a model that brought fame to the brand

The EICMA (Milan Motorcycle Show) is a great opportunity for manufacturers to gauge public reception to their new products. Royal Enfield does not miss this opportunity and reveals its Flying Flea motorcycle, an electric bike largely inspired by a model of the same name. This model dates back to the 1940s and became famous during World War II. Parachuted behind enemy lines, this machine provided the Allies with a lightweight and fast means of transportation.

Today, Royal Enfield is leveraging this heritage to venture into electric motorcycle territory. Two versions are offered, the C6, with a classic design and a single seat, and the S6, more modern and capable of accommodating two people. This is a small revolution for the Indian manufacturer, which is tackling this for the first time in its 123-year history.

The Flying Flea Built Primarily for the City

The design of the Flying Flea aims to imitate its historical model in appearance. For this, it features, for example, a faux fuel tank integrated into the bodywork.

Ironically, the motorcycle is not large enough to house a high-capacity electric battery. The manufacturer has repeatedly described the role of the Flying Flea C6 as “city+”. This model is mainly designed for urban commuting, with occasional longer trips on faster roads.

By offering a model with an interesting design, Royal Enfield plays it safe. By abandoning the pursuit of performance at all costs, the manufacturer can easily move on if the project fails. If it succeeds, great; if not, no harm done. Will their choice pay off? No answer before 2026.

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