Royal Enfield Classic 650

The Royal Enfield Classic 650 is an upcoming cruiser motorcycle with classic styling and retro design. As it has been spotted testing many times, we expect its launch sometime by the end of this calendar year. The Royal Enfield Classic 650 price is expected to be 3.2-3.8 Lakhs and it shall rival the Kawasaki Z650RS.

Let’s delve into the anticipated specifications and updates of this upcoming Royal Enfield bike.

Royal Enfield Classic 650 Latest Updates

1. 22 November 2024: Royal Enfield postpones the launch of Classic 650. It will now be launched in early 2025.
2. 05 November 2024: The Classic 650 Twin has been revealed at EICMA 2024. It’ll come in four colour options – Black Chrome, Bruntingthorpe Blue, Teal, and Vallum Red.
3. 25 October 2024: The long-awaited Classic 650 has been spotted testing in India. It exhibits a distinctive exterior design.
4. 23 Sep 2024: Royal Enfield Classic 650 has been spotted testing in the UK. It features dual tone colour scheme and a larger fuel tank design.
5. 15 May 2024: The Chennai-based bike maker files for the trademark of the name “Royal Enfield Classic 650 Twin”.
6. 15 March 2024: The Royal Enfield Classic 650 has again been spotted testing in Europe.
7. 26 February 2024: Along with the Scrambler 650, the Classic 350 was spotted testing in India.    

Royal Enfield Classic 650 Engine and Transmission

As the name suggests, this two-wheeler shall get a 648cc parallel-twin 4-stroke air and oil-cooled engine. It should develop similar peak power and torque to other 650cc Royal Enfield motorcycles, perhaps 46.4bhp and 52.3 Nm, respectively. The transmission is expected to be a six-speed constant mesh gearbox accompanied by a wet multi-plate clutch. This configuration generally provides smooth gear shifting, making every ride an enjoyable experience.

Royal Enfield Classic 650 Mileage

Further, the RE Classic 650 mileage is expected to be somewhere around 22 km/l. The exact fuel efficiency figures shall be known after the launch.  

Royal Enfield Classic 650 Specifications

This Classic 650 Royal Enfield is envisaged to be built upon a steel tubular spine frame. Its suspension system might include a USD front fork with 120-130mm wheel travel-ability and twin shock absorber in the rear. The vehicle should ride on an 18-inch front wheel and 17-inch rear wheel, wearing wide tubeless tyres at both ends. Further, the braking setup shall boast a single front disc and dual rear disc.

Royal Enfield Classic 650 Dimensions

This Royal Enfield classic should have similar dimensions to the Shotgun, perhaps a length of 2170mm with a 1465mm wheelbase. It should have a ground clearance and seat height of 140mm and 795mm, respectively. Additionally, it could weigh 240-250 kg with a 13/14-litre fuel tank capacity.

Royal Enfield Classic 650 Exterior Elements

The available pictures suggest that this upcoming bike looks aggressive as well as iconic. It flaunts a round headlamp with chrome surround and traditional looking turn indicators. The rear-view mirrors are circular and fixed on a chrome housing and the front fender is full-size. Looking from the sides, it exhibits a tear-drop fuel tank with model branding while exhaust pipe is dual. The seat design is single and adds to the ride comfort while the rear fender enhances bike’s forceful behaviour. In the rear, the Classic 650 cc displays a round tail lamp, round turn indicators, and a reflector.

Royal Enfield Classic 650 Features

This Royal Enfield bike shall have LED lighting system and a retro-inspired digital cum analogue instrument cluster. The cluster might also boast a built-in tripper navigation system, along with displaying all the essential information. Additionally, the bike must constitute an antilock braking system to prevent the vehicle from skidding during braking. It is also anticipated to incorporate a USB charging port to keep your phone charged on the go.

Royal Enfield Classic 650 Price

The Royal Enfield Classic 650 price is anticipated to be 3.2-3.8 lakhs which would make it a competition for the Keeway K-Light 250V, Zontes GK350, and the QJ Motor SRK 400.

Royal Enfield Classic 650 Launch Date

The Classic 650 launch date is not yet announced, yet we expect its arrival by the end of this year.

While the current information about the motorcycle is based on informed speculation and publicly accessible sources, it's important to acknowledge that the final specifications may differ upon the official release. We're closely monitoring the manufacturer's announcements to maintain the accuracy of this page.