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Investor Presentation August 2023

1901 The first Royal Enfield motorcycle is produced. Designed by R. W. Smith and Frenchman Jules Gotiet, it has a 11/2 hp Minerva engine mounted in front of the steering head. The final drive is at the rear wheel by means of a long rawhide belt. 1943 Royal Enfield produces large quantities of motorcycles and bicycles during the Second World War. The most iconic military model is the 125cc Airbome' motorcycle known as the 'Flying Flea'. This 125cc 2-stroke can be loaded into a specially fabricated parachute cradle and dropped with paratroopers behind enemy lines. 1952 Madras Motors receives an order from the Indian Army for 800 350cc Bullets. The motorcycles arrive from Redditch in early 1953 and prove to be a great success, being both hardy and easy to maintain. Johnny Brittain wins the prestigious Scottish Six Day Trial' on his 350cc Bullet, 'HNP 33T. 1964 The iconic Continental GT café racer is launched to great acclaim. To showcase its endurance, a team of photojournalists ride it from John 'o Groats to Lands End in under 24 hours. The GT features a racing petrol tank, dip-on handlebars, rear sets, a humped race seat, rev counter and a swept-back exhaust. 1932 The legendary "Bullet" motorcycle is born. It is first displayed in November 1932 at the important Earls Court Motorcycle Show in London. Three versions: 250, 350 and 500cc are available with inclined 'sloper' engines. twin-ported cylinder heads, foot operated gear change and high compression pistons. 1948 The 350cc Bullet prototype. with radical swinging arm rear suspension, is previewed in the Colmore Cup Trial of March 1948. Two Bullets form part of the victorious British team in the 1948 ISDT (International Six Days' Trials). held in Italy. Both their riders win gold medals. 1955 The Redditch company partners with Madras Motors in India to form 'Enfield India'. Work commences on the construction of a purpose-built factory at Tiruvottiyur, near Madras. 1994 Eicher acquires Enfield India Limited. The company is renamed Royal Enfield Motors Limited. ROYAL 2008 The 500cc Unit Construction ENFIELD Engine (UCE) is launched in India. The retro-styled Classic MOTOR CYCLES version achieves cult status MADRAS MOTORS Mores immediately and sales grow rapidly. 2017 Production commences at Royal Enfield's third manufacturing facility - a new state-of-the-art factory at Vallam Vadagal, Chennai. 2020 Royal Enfield debuts the all-new Meteor 350, a class-leading. thoroughbred cruiser. With an all new ground-up engine and chassis, the motorcycle delivers a supreme riding experience on open highways and is sublime for city rides. 2022 Royal Enfield launched the Hunter 350, an incredibly stylish, joyful, and compact motorcycle that exudes retro-metro style. The motorcycle has received raving reviews from experts across the globe and has also won the most coveted Indian Motorcycle Of The Year 2023 award amongst the several other awards and accolades. 2016 Royal Enfield debuts its first purpose-built motorcycle, the Himalayan. With the all-new LS410 engine, a half-duplex split-cradle frame and steadfast suspension, it promises the ride of a lifetime on all roads and no roads. 2018 After premiering at EICMA 2017, Royal Enfield's most anticipated motorcycles, the 650 Twins Interceptor & Continental GT are launched across all global markets to rave reviews scalping two prestigious awards- The Indian Motorcyde of the Year' & The Thailand Bike of the Year: 2021 In its 120th year, Royal Enfield re-envisioned its iconic motorcycle, the Classic, with the launch of the All-New Royal Enfield Classic 350. The motorcycle adds a new chapter to Royal Enfield's legacy of building authentic post-war era British motorcycles that are loved by enthusiasts around the world. 2023 After a stunning debut at EICMA 2022, Royal Enfield launched the most anticipated and thoroughbred cruiser- Super Meteor 650. The motorcycle has received unprecedented love and appreciation across the globe.
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