Royal Enfield Interceptor 650

Design & Features:

Staying true to Royal Enfield’s classic heritage, the Interceptor 650 boasts a retro-inspired teardrop fuel tank, wide handlebars, and a twin-exhaust setup, giving it an authentic old-school charm. The semi-digital instrument console retains a minimalist feel, providing essential information like speed, fuel level, and trip meters. While it lacks features like riding modes, traction control, or a fully digital display, its timeless appeal and strong road presence make up for it.

Suspension and Handling:

The bike is equipped with 41mm telescopic forks at the front and twin coil-over shock absorbers at the rear, ensuring a comfortable and balanced ride. The long wheelbase and relaxed geometry contribute to stability on highways, but the 218 kg kerb weight makes maneuvering in traffic slightly challenging. Despite this, the suspension setup provides a plush ride over bad roads, making it a capable machine for long-distance touring.

Tyre and Wheel:

The Interceptor 650 rolls on 18-inch spoke wheels with a 100/90 front tyre and a 130/70 rear tyre. While the classic wheel setup offers a vintage aesthetic and stable ride quality, the thin rear tyre affects high-speed cornering confidence. Alloy wheels are available as an optional upgrade, offering the advantage of tubeless tyres for added convenience.

Braking System:

Braking duties are handled by a 320mm front disc and a 240mm rear disc, both equipped with dual-channel ABS. While the braking performance is decent for regular riding, it lacks the bite and feedback needed for aggressive riding or steep hill descents. An upgrade to high-performance brake pads can improve the overall braking experience.

Technology:

The Interceptor 650 keeps things simple, focusing on pure riding pleasure rather than excessive tech features. It comes with dual-channel ABS, a slipper clutch, a USB charging port, and a semi-digital instrument console. However, it lacks modern features like traction control, ride modes, Bluetooth connectivity, and a fully digital dashboard, which some competitors offer.

Colours:

The Interceptor 650 is available in several stunning color options, categorized into different themes:

• Black Ray

• Cali Green

• Barcelona Blue

• Sunset Strip

• Canyon Red

• Mark 2 Chrome

• Black Pearl