Royal Enfield has been dominating the 650cc segment in India with its Interceptor 650. The bike has sold a total of 2100 units in the last month, making it the best-selling 650cc bike in India. Its impressive engine and stunning looks have attracted many customers to the bike.
The bike is equipped with a powerful 648cc air/oil-cooled parallel-twin engine that delivers 47PS of power and 52Nm of peak torque output. It comes with a slip-and-assist clutch and 6-speed gearbox. The bike has a fuel tank capacity of 13.7 liters.
The Interceptor 650 comes with attractive features such as LED headlight setup and a twin-pod analog instrument cluster with a digital inset that displays the odometer, dual trip meter, and fuel level reading. The bike also has dual-channel ABS, a USB charging port, and switch cubes for safety. It comes with tubeless tires and alloy wheels in black ray and Barcelona blue variants.
The bike comes in 7 color options with prices ranging from INR 3 lakhs to INR 3.35 lakhs (ex-showroom). It competes with other 650cc bikes such as the Moto Morini SEIEMMEZO 650 ½ and Kawasaki Z650RS.
In other news, Mahindra has launched a cheaper version of its premium SUV, Yamaha has unveiled a new bike with a strong look and premium features, TVS is set to release its smart feature-packed bike at an affordable price, and Benling Aura has shaken up the market with its stylish look and impressive features. Meanwhile, Bajaj Platina is offering low down payment and easy installment options for those looking to bid farewell to their old bikes.
