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Ditch the car, hop on a Flying Flea!
Has historic motorcycle brand Royal Enfield stumbled on the future of two-wheeled electric mobility?
Words by: Dan Trent
Published on 16 September 2026 | 0 min read
It’s got a novelty name but the Royal Enfield Flying Flea we’re out riding at the moment could mark the moment Indian manufacturing and tech does for electrifying motorcycling what China has done for cars.
Small, cute and affordable, the Flying Flea combines some very clever engineering with cutting edge technology, and a cool back story relating to its inspiration as a lightweight motorcycle dropped from planes to help paratroopers get to where they needed to be. All this for just £5,300, and yours to ride on L-plates after a simple one-day CBT course as your gateway to life on two wheels.
Certainly, for a younger, urban generation raised on Lime bikes and rental e-scooters it’s an interesting proposition. Just as it is for those in the suburbs with space in the garage for something cheap and sustainable for running errands or getting to the station for the morning commute. You can read more about the Flying Flea in our full review coming on Monday.
