2026 Royal Enfield Guerrilla 450 Apex: Sportier Performance Meets Urban Agility
Royal Enfield, the global leader in the mid-size motorcycle segment, today announced the new 2026 Guerrilla 450 APEX models for EMEA markets, a sharper, more focused expression of its street-performance roadster.
Built around the same visceral Sherpa engine, the APEX redefines intent through stance and control – featuring a lower, more committed riding posture, road-focused tyres, and design elements that amplify its corner-hungry character. Every element is tuned to reward rider input, making real-world streets feel faster, and more involving.
Highlights of Guerrilla 450 Apex variant:
- Sportier riding position: Lowered and repositioned aluminium handlebars with a more forward-leaning riding triangle for a commanding, sport-focused stance.
- New road-biased tyres: APEX variant features new, road-biased 17” Vredestein Centauro ST tyres, carrying a sporty DNA while offering enhanced grip on wet and low friction surfaces.
- Updated ride modes: Refined Street and Sport ride modes with mode retention – allowing seamless switching and retaining the last selected mode across ignition cycles.
- Sharper visual identity and aesthetics: New CTGs, APEX Red and APEX Black further enhance the range, bringing a sharper visual identity. Standard rim tapes, a sculpted rear seat cowl and a colour-coded front cowl add to the motorcycle’s sportier stance.
- Additionally, a premium colour variant is available for the Guerrilla 450: Twilight Blue, alongside Shadow Ash.
Built on the iconic Sherpa platform and supported by a balanced steel twin spar frame, the 2026 Guerrilla 450 continues to deliver 40PS and 40Nm, offering strong, accessible performance across the rev range. Across its variants, the motorcycle emphasises stability under acceleration, agility in corners and confidence through changing road conditions.
All variants of the 2026 Guerrilla 450 are equipped with Royal Enfield’s Tripper Dash – a circular 4-inch TFT display with Google Maps-powered navigation and seamless smartphone connectivity – enhancing every ride with intuitive guidance, real-time ride insights, and providing a more connected, in-control riding experience.
Commenting on 125 years of Royal Enfield and 125,000 motorcycles built on the Sherpa platform, Yadvinder Singh Guleria, Chief Commercial Officer at Royal Enfield, said
“The Guerrilla 450 has established itself as a compelling proposition for riders seeking an engaging, street-focused motorcycle that blends everyday usability with spirited performance. With the 2026 updates, we are sharpening that proposition further — introducing a sportier expression with enhanced ergonomics, new road-biased tyres and features that amplify its agile, corner-hungry character. We now offer one machine with two flavours, to let customers choose between an upright, street-first ergonomics with plenty of muscle, or a grippier ride to conquer every corner. The launch also coincides with two important milestones for us as a brand — 125 years of Royal Enfield and 125,000 motorcycles built globally on the Sherpa platform.”
GRRR x Fairtex
Royal Enfield Guerrilla has partnered with Fairtex, the iconic Muay Thai brand, on a special collaboration rooted in discipline, precision, agility and controlled power – the traits of an urban fighter. The partnership introduces a limited-edition range of Fairtex x Guerrilla gear, including boxing gloves, Muay Thai shorts and a T-shirt, alongside a custom motorcycle based on the 2026 Royal Enfield Guerrilla 450 APEX. Finished in collaboration colours with a raw, street-focused stance, the build reflects the focused aggression and athleticism shared by both brands.
The collaboration was unveiled at GRRR Nights X Underground festival in Guwahati, an event designed to showcase the motorcycle’s versatility and performance. Drift demos, drag races and hands-on experiences gave participants a direct feel of the Guerrilla 450, complemented by live sets from EPR Iyer and Shaddly Mellow, along with DJ performances and an enthusiast meet-up that brought together the culture around the machine.
The 2026 Guerrilla 450 APEX adds a sharper, sportier dimension to the product, broadening its appeal to riders seeking agility and control in everyday urban riding. The range goes on sale in EMEA markets from April. Find your local Royal Enfield dealership at royalenfield.com.
| Guerrilla 450 | Pricing |
|---|---|
| APEX Black | £5,050 |
| APEX Red | £5,050 |
| Twilight Blue | £4,995 |
| Shadow Ash | £4,995 |
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