Why Royal Enfield is using neutral indication system on bikes
China's tightened export procedures on rare earth magnets, which have intensified in 2025, are causing headaches for car makers everywhere. These magnets power essentials like gear sensors and steering systems. With shortages hitting hard, Royal Enfield had to temporarily omit gear sensors on its bikes, installing a neutral indication system instead, while other companies dropped gear indicators to save magnets for more critical parts.