Weighs under 300 pounds, thanks to all of its carbon fiber components
No matter how modern or futuristic motorcycles get, there will always be an enormous fan base for simple and retro motorcycles. Aiming to take advantage of this, German brand Horex has taken the wraps off the Regina Evo motorcycle at the 2022 Intermot. Not only does this Royal Enfield Interceptor 650-rival look the part, but it also boasts carbon fiber from head to toe, which makes it a unique prospect.
First things first, the Horex Regina Evo takes inspiration from the company’s first-ever motorcycle introduced in 1950. Accordingly, the motorcycle dons old-school attire and looks disproportionate yet beautiful. The heavy chrome treatment on the handlebar, fuel tank, and engine, coupled with the spoke wheels, further amp up the bike’s old-school charm.
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Though it seems old-school and simple from a distance, the Regina Evo proves to be a mechanical marvel at a closer glance. A lot of the credit here goes to the motorcycle’s impressive carbon fiber chassis and swingarm. Such carbon fiber components are usually found on track-spec motorcycles like the Ducati Panigale Superleggera and BMW HP4 Race, but the Regina Evo is a pleasant exception. That’s not it, though, and you also get carbon fiber fenders at both ends, all of which results in a dry weight of just 133kg (293 pounds).
Housed inside the carbon fiber chassis is a 600cc, single-cylinder engine which produces a healthy 47 horsepower and 39.9 pound-feet. While this is comparable to the Royal Enfield Interceptor 650’s output, the Regina Evo weighs nearly 70kg less than the RE, meaning a much better power-to-weight ratio and an ecstatic riding experience (at least theoretically).
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Elsewhere, the Regina Evo flaunts all-LED illumination (with a cornering headlight), a touchscreen instrument cluster, cornering ABS, and traction control. The last two might be a bit of an overkill, but hey, more safety is always a good idea. Like the features, the fit-and-finish is top-tier too, and there’s no shortage of Horex emblems to remind you who made the bike.
Finally, the motorcycle rolls on 18-inch wheels wrapped in Metzeler rubber while 43mm forks and a monoshock help with suspension duties. Oh, and in case you’re curious, the seat height is adjustable, ranging from 790 to 810mm (31.1 to 31.9 inches).
So can you buy the Horex Regina Evo? Well, yes, you can! However, the company is yet to reveal the prices, and judging from the components on offer, you shouldn’t expect it to be easy on the pocket. What it does guarantee, though, is unmatched attention and plenty of bragging rights.
Punya is an avid motorcyclist who's always up for a ride to the canyons or the racetrack. He insists his riding skills are better than his writing skills, even though he's worked with some world-renowned automotive websites.