Royal Enfield Continental GT 650 Prices, Specs & Features

Aiming to strengthen its market in the middleweight bike segment, Royal Enfield has introduced two new motorcycles – Royal Enfield Continental GT 650 and Royal Enfield Interceptor 650. The base version of the Continental GT 650 has been priced at Rs 2.65 lakh, while its Custom and Chrome models cost Rs 2.72 lakh and Rs 2.85 lakh. The Interceptor 650, on the other hand, is made available in the price range of Rs 2.50 lakh – Rs 2.70 lakh. All prices are ex-showroom. Both the motorcycles made their global debut at the EICMA show in Milan early November, 2017.

RE’s 650 twins are global products with high speed cruising capabilities. Interestingly, design and styling bits of the all-new Royal Enfield Continental GT 650 and Royal Enfield Interceptor 650 have been derived from RE’s 50-60s motorcycles. Both the models also marked debut of the Royal Enfield’s all-new 650cc parallel-twin engine that was showcased at the UK Technology Centre near Leicester. The RE Continental GT 650 and Interceptor 650 are the most powerful bikes from the Chennai-based bikemaker in India.

Royal Enfield Continental GT 650 Features

– Cafe-racer styling
– Twin-cylinder, 648cc, oil-cooled FI engine
– ABS (Anti-Lock Braking System)
– Slip clutch assist
– 18-inch spoke wheels
– LED headlight
– Chrome twin-exhaust pipe
– Twin-pod analogue instrument cluster
– Dual disc brakes Check Out – Upcoming Royal Enfield Bikes in India

Royal Enfield Continental GT 650 Price in India

The local manufacturing has surely helped the bikemaker to achieve aggressive pricing. As mentioned above, the entry-level variant of the Continental GT 650 comes with a price tag of Rs 2.65 lakh. While the Custom version is priced at Rs 2.72 lakh, the Chrome variant is made available at Rs 2.85 lakh (all, ex-showroom). States like Karnataka and Kerala that have higher levies and taxes, the standard version of the bike costs Rs 2.49 lakh and Rs 2.48 lakh respectively. Pictures & Details – Modified RE Surf Racer and Gentleman Brat Bikes

Royal Enfield Continental GT 650 Design

Built on all-new twin cradle chassis, RE’s new middleweight bike shares a strong resemblance with other bikes from the Continental GT series that carry cafe racer styling. The architecture used for the bike has been designed and developed by Harris Performance, which is renowned for manufacturing racing motorcycle chassis and components. Interestingly, this bike follows design philosophy from 1960s cafe racing culture.

Styling bits such a sculpted fuel tank, retro-styled twin-pod instrument console and clip-on handlebars enhance its cafe-racer styling. The bike also gets rear set footrests and upswept exhausts. The Continental GT 650 rides on 18-inch spoke wheels and 100-section front and 130-section rear tyres. The company will also offer a range of modular accessories with the bike including fly-screen, a lower clip-on handlebras, twin-seats, etc. Read – Royal Enfield Himalayan 750cc Adventure Tourer Confirmed

Royal Enfield Continental GT 650 Colours

RE offers the Continental GT 650 model lineup in five paint schemes, namely, Ice Queen, Black Magic, Dr. Mayhem, Ventura Blue and Mister Clean.

Dimensions

The overall length, width and height of RE’s new middleweight motorcycle stand at 2,122mm, 744mm and 1,024mm respectively. The bike offers a seat height of 790mm (single seat)/793 ((dual seat), and stands tall on a ground clearance of 174mm. Its tank fuel capacity stands at 12.5-litres. The Continental GT 650 carries a kerb weight of 198kg, and has a payload capacity of 200kg. Read: – Royal Enfield 1000cc Carberry Motorcycle – All You Need To Know

Royal Enfield Continental GT 650 Specifications

Powering RE’s new middleweight bike is an all-new parallel-twin, 648cc, oil-cooled, SOHC 4-valve fuel injected engine. This motor consists of a small radiator positioned at front of the engine on the double cradle chassis. It gets fins for air cooling, and has a 270 degree crank with a balancer shaft to smoothen out vibrations. The new Royal Enfield 650cc motorcycle comes with a compression ratio of 9:5:1. Read More – 2018 Royal Enfield Himalayan Price & Details 

The new 650cc unit is capable to deliver a maximum power of 47bhp at 7,250rpm, while pushing out a peak torque of 52Nm at 5,250rpm. Transmission duties on the bike are performed by an all-new 6-speed gearbox with slip assist clutch. The bike is claimed to have a thrilling exhaust note, but that can only be confirmed after seeing that in the flesh. This engine is A2 license compliant in UK.

Royal Enfield Continental GT 650 Mileage

As mentioned in the beginning, the Continental GT 650 is the most powerful bike from the Chennai bikemaker in the country. With hefty body-build and a powerful engine, this middleweight motorcycle is expected to be slightly less fuel efficient. This cafe racer will return a mileage around 15-20kmpl. One must note that the official mileage figures are yet to be revealed. Picture Gallery – Barood: A Tastefully Modified Royal Enfield 350

Royal Enfield Continental GT 650 Suspension & Braking System

Designed on the tubular steel double cradle frame, the motorcycle comes equipped with 41mm telescopic front fork and a pair of twin gas-charged shock absorbers for performing damping duties. The front and rear suspension units have 110mm travel and 88mm travel respectively. For braking purposes, the bike gets 320mm and 240mm disc brakes at the front and rear axles. The ABS (anti-lock braking system) comes as standard across the model lineup. Read – Royal Enfield Thunderbird 350X and 500X Price & Details

Royal Enfield Continental GT 650 Competition

In the middleweight segment, the new Continental GT 650 bike locks horns against the Harley-Davidson Street 750, albeit the former carries a lucrative price tag.

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